2023 Andrus Award for Community Service Winner
Congratulations Phil Chin!! 2023 WINNER of the Andrus Award for Community Service! Each year, AARP Maine recognizes one Mainer who continues Dr. Andrus’ legacy by selflessly giving back to their community. Phil Chin retired from a career as a radio…
Leaving No Stone Unturned
When I first met Sammee Quong several years ago, I knew I was meeting someone unique. Sammee has a smile that will knock you flat, and beautiful tattoos several of which are ginkgo leaves in honor of her Chinese heritage. Saying that she is “retired” is…
Someone You Should Know
Elias Thomas: Service Before Service Questions submitted by Ray Richardson and answered by Elias Thomas. Q: Tell us about yourself and your family. Give us a snapshot of what matters to you. A: When I was about four years old, I remember riding with my…
To Protect and Serve
In 1981, Chief Richard LaMunyon of the Wichita, Kansas Police Department saw that Special Olympics was in urgent need of funds. At the same time he had been feeling a need to get his officers out in to the community, getting to know people and giving…