Charles’ Story We are proud to feature Charles Kay and the work he does for so many Onslow County citizens. Many know Charles from his work at his family-owned business, Excel Body Works, but he also has another passion; VOLUNTEERING. Kay is a proud member of the Onslow County Kiwanis Club, and this month JOEMC…
Raquel’s Story JOEMC members are doing great things, and the co-op’s Power of Community is showcasing outstanding neighbors working to make the community even better every day. Our community is full of outstanding people doing extraordinary things. This month’s Power of Community member is no exemption; Racquel Painter is a woman on a mission. Sgt.…
Jean’s Story Jean Beasley is Powering our Community and the sea. A chance encounter with a nesting sea turtle prompted Jean Beasley’s daughter, Karen, to fund a project to protect the sea turtles, their nests, and the emerging hatchlings on Topsail Island. Today, her daughter’s dream lives on and now includes The Karen Beasley Sea…
Mini’s Story Mini Mittal has a multitude of talents and her passion for literacy is driving force for good in our community. She believes education is a very powerful tool that can changes lives and that literacy in particular is the only way towards a more peaceful and better world. More stories
Joy’s Story Joy Wynne, Executive Chair of Jones County Rise exhibits how the Power of Community helps after a tradedy. Jones County Rise was created in the wake of Hurricane Florence. Through the donations of countless businesses and organizations Jones COunty Rise has helped many residents get back on their feet.l They still have 200…
Vanessa’s Story Vanessa Ervin joined the Jacksonville Rotary Club to make a difference in her local community, and at the time, she believed that alone would be impactful. Twenty-seven years later, she recognizes the global community she’s part of has impacted her even more than she ever imagined. Mrs. Ervin’s passion for bringing people together…
Col. Kopka’s Story JOEMC members are doing great things, and the co-op’s Power of Community is showcasing outstanding neighbors working to make the community even better every day. During the month of May Col. John Kopka showcases his love for our community every day. At age 80, he has not slowed down; whether he is…
Dr. Don’s Story JOEMC members are doing great things, and the co-op’s Power of Community is showcasing outstanding neighbors working to make the community even better every day. During the month of April we featured Dr. Don Herring, Board Chairman of Onslow Community Outreach. The Outreach was created to be a helping hand for families…
MaryAnn’s Story JOEMC members are doing great things, and the co-op’s Power of Community is showcasing outstanding neighbors working to make the community even better every day. During the month of March we featured MaryAnn LeRay, Board Chairman of The Filling Station in Pollocksville. The non-profit seeks to meet the nutritional, educational, and spiritual needs…
Toni’s Story JOEMC members are doing great things, and the co-op’s Power of Community is showcasing outstanding neighbors working to make the community even better every day. During the month of January we highlighted Toni O’Neill, Founder and Director of the Possumwood Acres Wildlife Sanctuary located in Hubert. Toni is a wildlife rehabilitator and…
