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Jackson County CASA – CARnival for CASA

The Unity Village campus was the setting for Jackson County CASA’s 15th Annual CARnival for CASA, which was held on September 13th. From their vehicles, families could enjoy the spirit of a parade, along with jugglers, a dance troupe, exotic birds and reptiles, and more. Susie and John Newsam were the honorary chairmen.

Roy Thomas got an up-close look at a boa constrictor from Animal Wonders.

 

Sondra Wallace, Maggie Haghirian, and Brittani Rhoades distributed much-needed supplies, courtesy of Jewish Family Services. 

Also featured in the October 17, 2020 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Todd Riggins Photography

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