THE MAYOR’S AWARD

The Mayor’s Usher Award at The Dixie for good humor and patience in the public service of the arts was awarded by Director of Operations Angela DeMaris (left) to Jeaneen Blakeman (second from left) for the 2020 season and Lynda and Robert Hudson (fourth and fifth from left) for the 2021 season. Mayor Dale Kelley (center) told the gathering that he was very appreciative of the ushers and their services and the leadership of DeMaris and the staff that make sure everything at The Dixie is going well. See other photos and story on page 12A. Photo by Shirley Nanney