Mount Vernon / Knox County
EXCHANGE Club
“PROUDLY WE HAIL” FLAG RECOGNITION PROGRAM
Community members invited to help honor those who proudly display theAmerican ag.
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the Exchange Club of Mount Vernon/Knox County is encouraging residents to take part in a meaningful community tradition through its Proudly We Hail Flag Recognition Program.
The program recognizes individuals, families, businesses, farms, schools, churches, and organizations that regularly and properly display the American ag.
The Stars and Stripes remain one of the most powerful symbols of freedom, unity, and patriotism in our nation. Through Proudly We Hail, community members are encouraged to look for examples of respectful ag display throughout Knox County and nominate deserving recipients for recognition.
Those selected will receive a special plaque honoring their commitment to displaying the American ag with pride.The goal of the program is simple: to encourage appreciation for the American ag and the values it represents while promoting its proper display throughout our community.
The program also provides an opportunity to educate the public on ag etiquette and the U.S. Flag Code. If you observe a home, business, farm, school, church, or organization proudly displaying the American ag, consider submitting a nomination and helping honor those who truly embody the spirit of “Proudly We Hail.” See contact info below.
SPECIAL COMMUNITY EVENT
The community is invited to attend the Proudly We Hail Awards Presentation as we recognize local individuals and businesses who proudly display the American ag and exemplify patriotism in our community.
Friday, July 24, noon-1 p.m.
Habit ReStore parking lot, 405 W. Chestnut Street
•Special presentation by Jim Stoner portraying Woody Hayesw
•Patriotic music by the Dogwood Blossoms.
Awards will be presented in three categories:
•Outstanding Residential Display
•Outstanding Business Display
•Overall Best Display
Come celebrate patriotism, community pride, and the enduring spirit of the American ag.
We invite you to learn more about our mission, attend one of our meetings, and consider joining us in service.Together, we can continue to bring hope, help, and positive change to Knox County and beyond.
For more information on how you can get involved, reach out to our President Elect, Shawna Bock, at (330) 275-6898, visit www.nationalexchangeclub.org, or check us out on Facebook.
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Owner Eric Petersen (right) with his dad and former owner Dennis.
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To Please A Crowd! JULY
Cheesecake Rainbow Fruit Salad
Bake the night before, then pack it up for a picnic the next day!
Delicious straight from the cooler!
• 8 oz. whipped cream cheese
• 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
• 8 oz. dried spinach tortellini
• 8 oz. dried three-cheese tortellini
• 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
• 6 oz. marinated artichoke hearts, drained & chopped
• 5 cups chopped fruit (pineapple, melon, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until combined. Gently
Picnic Chicken
Oven-Fried Chicken Tenders
• 2/3 cup buttermilk
• 8 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup corn akes cereal
• 1 cup all-purpose our
• 2 oz. ranch dressing mix (dry)
• Cooking spray
Heat oven to 400°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. Pour buttermilk into shallow glass or plastic bowl. Add chicken; turn to coat. Let stand 5 min.
Meanwhile, in 2-quart resealable food-storage plastic bag, crush cereal with rolling pin. Add our and dressing mix (dry) to cereal in bag. Remove chicken from buttermilk; discard buttermilk. Add chicken to cereal mixture. Seal bag; shake to coat. Place chicken on cookie sheet. Spray with cooking spray. Bake 45-50 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut. stir in fruit. Serve cold.
Tortellini Pasta Salad
• 6 oz. sliced black olives, drained
• ½ red onion, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup grated carrots
• 1 ½ cups oil and vinegar dressing
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in spinach and three-cheese tortellini and return to a boil. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tortellini oat to the top, pasta tender yet rm to the bite, and lling is hot, 10 to 11 minutes. Drain well; cool tortellini. Combine tortellini, grape tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, red onion, and carrots in a large bowl; toss with dressing.
Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate until chilled, at least 3 hours to overnight.
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