Worthington Crime Watch Gives Back to the Community
More than 50 children and teenagers sung and danced in the Armstrong Community Theater’s children’s production “Princess Whatsername” in 2014. The guardian of one of those young thespians yesterday noted a large donation to the theater group. (2014 KP File Photo)
by Sarah Hepfl and Jonathan Weaver
The spirit of Christmas is alive in Worthington, and the giving season isn’t over yet!
Cathy Slagle, head of the Worthington Crime Watch, reported a donation of near $1,000 to be given to the Worthington-West Franklin Volunteer Fire Department and the Armstrong Community Theater.
In this time of giving, the crime watch group had left over money from previous fundraising events that they decided to donate to a good cause in the spirit of Christmas.
Members of the crime watch treasury, Jean Ruffaner and Shawnee Stennett will be signing the checks over to Paul Wright of the Armstrong Community Theater and Mr. “Dewey” Stewart of the Worthington-West Franklin Volunteer Fire Department.
Slagle explained why the crime watch chose those two organizations to give back to.
“We really wanted to give back to the Fire Department as a thank- you for allowing us to hold all of our meetings there, free of charge.” Slagle said.
Slagle also has had personal interaction with Armstrong Community Theater leaders. Slagle’s granddaughter, 15-year-old Calista Dosch, is a member of the Armstrong Community Theater’s children’s theater.
Slagle noted that the children’s theater group has had a very positive impact on her granddaughter.
“The Armstrong Community Theater is a safe environment to help kids stay off the streets and boost their confidence. It’s a good way for kids to grow and find themselves,” Slagle said.
Theater President-elect Paul Wright appreciated the contribution.
“We rely a lot on people’s donations and their generosity - even as far as volunteering their time and expertise to help the theater in one way or another,” Wright said.
He said donations could be spent on operating expenses, rent at the Worthington Civic Center, or purchases for the five 2016 shows.
Wright said board directors are also looking into upgrading sound equipment.
Armstrong Community Theater also received more than $4,000 in donations via the Armstrong County Day of Giving in the Spring, and has received even more in local donations from residents and advertising businesses.
In addition to these donations, Slagle has even more Christmas cheer to spread. Slagle Trucking, located in Worthington, has decided to donate fresh Christmas trees to families in need.
“The trees we have available are fresh Fraiser Fir’s and Douglas Fir’s, and they are free to a good home.”
If you, or someone you know, has yet to been able to get a tree, please call 724-297-3861 and use the code word “JESUS”.
Local News | Sarah Hepfl December 22, 2015
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