2009

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CONTRIBUTION FOR ECCC PROJECT

SUBMITIED PHOTO Charlotte Brackeen (left) of Union is shown presenting a check to Dr. Phil A. Sutphin, president of East Central Com– munity College, with proceeds designated for the Founders' Gym Renovation Fund. Fundraislng efforts are under way to restore the facility, recognized as one of the oldest buildings on the Decatur campus and the oldest standing brick gym– nasium In East Mississippi. Brackeen's late husband, Den– ver, was an All-American basketball player for the Warriors and was among the many college and high school athletes to play in the facility, which hosted hundreds of basketball games from 1930 to 1970, including local, regional and state championships for both high school and college level teams. Founders' Gym was also used for other activities, including the traditional May Day program, proms, dances, plays, musicals, graduations and many community events. Dr. Sut– phin said the renovation project includes four phases at an estimated cost of $8 million. He said the College is also pur– suing grant money to assist with the renovation. Contribu– tions may be made to the ECCC Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 129, Decatur, MS 39327. For more Information contact Stacey Hollingsworth, executive director, Foundation and Alumni Relations, 601-635-2111 or call toll free, 877-462- 3222, ext. 327. Her e-mail address Is sholllnc.eccc.edu.

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