Jackie Strong

Jackie Strong

Jackie Strong is just that, a STRONG woman who influences others through her actions as a leader of various youth sports. Many times coaching more than one team at a time, her commitment to our youth and guiding them through the ups and downs of team sports which many...
Kim Pursley

Kim Pursley

What makes Kim Pursley influentual?Talk to her for a few minutes, get to know her and her story. Her way of connecting with others including all she gives back to our commUNITY and especially our schools influences others to do the same. So many of our schools have...
Laurie Ponos

Laurie Ponos

When you set out to recognize some amazing women in our city, that list cannot be complete with recognizing Laurie Ponos, an educator in our schools who has been kindergarten teacher to so many of our kids including yours truly. But her influence extends far beyond...
Chris Clayton

Chris Clayton

One of my favorite people in town, a person who exudes kindness is Chris Clayton. Her community work throughout the years may fly under the radar to others because she does not speak about it, but make no mistake, it is indeed noticed and appreciated. The work that...
Teri Goldwasser

Teri Goldwasser

Teri Goldwasser is known throughout town as a positive influencer and has many friends everywhere. Any conversation that takes place whether it be in person or on social media platforms, you can always count on Teri to be the voice of reason, inserting kindness and...