Local Heroes

Nothing is more calming for the soul than the feeling of the sun on your face and the sights, sounds and smells of a trip along a trail.

Bob Burnside says, “I’m always optimistic. I always think the next person I meet will be my best friend; I always think the deal will go well.”

For people who serve as “books” in the Headwaters Human Library, the courage to talk openly about the differences among us is second nature.

Nineteen years ago, Erin resident Chricket Yule didn’t exactly set out to create a long-term recreational program for kids with special needs, let alone one that has galvanized her community and sparked lifelong friendships.

Over her more than 35 years in health care, Ronnie (Veronica) Inglis touched many lives. And today, her impact and leadership are as strong as ever.

Our annual salute to the extraordinary people who make our community a better place to live.

Local Heroes: Wanda & Wayne White helped construct the bridge on Island Lake.

Local Hero: Carl Cosack fought to save our land from quarry development.

Local Hero: Steve Brown, “tells real stories about real people”.

Local Hero: Harvey Kolodny, takes a quiet approach to changing the world.

Local Heroes: Lynda Lidwill, Wendy McDonald, Roseanne Rutledge, Judy Lomas and Jane Howard – ICU nurses.

Local Hero: Don Lobb has a remarkable ability to make dirt fascinating.