9/10/14 - The Livingston County United Way kicked off its annual fundraising campaign Tuesday. To mark the occasion, a free family-themed event was held at the Livingston County EMS/Public Safety Complex on Tooley Road. It allowed attendees the opportunity to see more than 30 unique vehicles up close and tour the state-of-the-art EMS headquarters and training center. In addition to the all of the unique wheels on display, the programs and initiatives supported by the local United Way were showcased. Executive Director Nancy Rosso says it allows the community to see how the work being done together makes a difference to address critical needs and all of the funds stay local. The 2014 campaign co-chairs are retired Livingston County Prosecutor David Morse and Livingston County Drain Commissioner Brian Jonckheere. The pair came up with the unique vehicle theme to help spark community interest. Morse says it offered an opportunity for both the young and the old to check out a wide variety of vehicles you donât typically see, from dragsters to farm equipment, fuel dragsters and M-DOTâs mega tow plow. Jonckheere told WHMI itâs a special organization and Livingston County actually ranks as one of the top in the nation. He urged the public and employers to get involved in the coming months, saying the campaign should really be considered a community investment. More information about the Livingston County United Way, its programs and initiatives as well as volunteer opportunities can be found through the link below. (JM)
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