12 Broadcaster Press March 26, 2013 www.broadcasteronline.com One in a VerMillion Meet Sue Jopling By David Lias david.lias@plaintalk.net The recipient of this year’s United Way of Vermillion Volunteer of the Year Award is best known for her work with the Back to School Backpack Program. “But if there is a need to be filled in this community, she is always willing to fill it,” said Dan Kenton, president of the United Way of Vermillion, shortly before he and Kelsey Collier-Wise, the organization’s executive director, presented the award to Sue Jopling at the annual Vermillion Area Chamber of Commerce and Community Awards Banquet, held March 14 at the Eagles Club. Kenton noted that Jopling’s contributions to the community range from participating in international mission trips, filling sandbags during Missouri River flooding in the Vermillion area, and giving input to the Civic Council Board as one of its members, to serving as a Caring Clown and providing her talents to her church and the community’s schools. “She has committed her life to caring for others and making them feel special,” Kenton said. “The success of the Back to School Backpack Program reflects that care. Every fall, over 200 children in our community are outfitted with backpacks and the school supplies they need to excel.” He added that throughout the year, Sue solicits everything from haircuts and dental supplies for local youth, and goes out of her way to deliver backpacks to kids who need them. A letter nominating Sue for the award states, “As one works with Sue, it becomes evident that she knows each child, what they need, and it is absolutely a wonderful thing to watch happen. The children are gifted with a beautiful smile and total acceptance – no questions asked.” “The things that I do – I never do it by myself,” Sue told the banquet audience as she accepted the award. “I do it with support from The Welcome Table, and United Way, and my family. I want to say thank you to everybody for the support that you give, especially to the Back to School program.” Dan Kenton, president of the United Way of Vermillion, and Kelsey Collier-Wise, the organization?s executive director, present Sue Jopling with the United Way of Vermillion Volunteer of the Year Award. (Photo by David Lias) Turn Yo ur Clutter i nto Cash! Thursday,April18,2013 Riverfront Event Center, Historic Downtown Yankton Doors Open 4:30pm Dinner Served 5:00-7:00pm Booths Open 4:30-7:00pm Speaker 7:30pm at Dakota Theatre Advance Ti Onl $20 ckets: y Available at Hy-Vee and the Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan until April 14 presented by... Advertise your Garage Sale to thousands of readers! 624-4429 Cedar County Veterinary Services Presents: Dog-N-Jog din in Bid us Help g... Farewell To Rick Haught of Dakota PC Saturday April 13st 10AM 2013 Come help us celebrate spring and get Fido fit! Who: All runners, walkers, and canine athletes (of all shapes!) What: 5K race, for the serious and the…not so serious When: April 13th, glorious spring! (rain date April 20th) Where: Vermillion, SD, starting at Cedar County Vet 906 E Cherry Why: Support physical fitness and enjoy spring How: Register today or the day of the race to claim your t-shirt and be part of the fun Runners & Walkers of all ages are welcome. Dog not required. Registration Fee: $20 which includes t-shirt, gift bag, door prizes and refreshments. Register now at Cedar County Veterinary Services or Register in person on race day 9-9:45AM 906 E Cherry St Vermillion, SD 57069 (605) 658-1658 www.cedarcountyvet.com Wednesday, April 3rd 5-7PM Rick has accepted a position at the University of Oregon. Stop in at the store and say goodbye on April 3rd between the hours of 5PM and 7PM. Rick’s favorite refreshments will be served. 1216 E Cherry St, Vermillion, SD 57069 • (605) 624-4845