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Day of Caring 2010 announced

Save the date on your calendar … United Way of Williamson County has announced that Day of Caring 2010 will be Saturday, April 17. (details and more information coming soon)


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LIVE UNITED at the Dell Diamond ... May 24, 2010


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LIVE UNITED at the Dell Diamond: May 24, 2010

Come out to the ballpark for a great evening of fun — and support local nonprofit agencies (and the Round Rock Express) at the same time!

  • Learn about volunteer opportunities in the community at the nonprofit agency fair in the Heritage Center

  • Enjoy giveaways, plus $1 hot dogs and sodas

  • Purchase your tickets at half-price … (form pending / check back!)


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(L-R) LeAnn Powers, UWWC Chief Professional Officer, Andrew Shell, WBC Opportunities Executive Director, Bill Engvall, Jr., and William DeLeon, WBC Opportunities Chair


United Way of Williamson County (UWWC) presented the 2010 Janet Engvall McTigue Advancing Excellence Award to Williamson Burnet County Opportunities (WBC Opportunities) during a private reception at the home of Dorothy and Tom Shockley on Jan. 18, 2010. The staff and board members of United Way and WBC Opportunities, the Engvall family (including Bill Engvall, Jr., popular actor, comedian, and brother of Janet Engvall McTigue) participated in this special evening. (L-R) LeAnn Powers, UWWC Chief Professional Officer; Andrew Shell, WBC Opportunities Executive Director; Bill Engvall, Jr.; and William DeLeon, WBC Opportunities Chair.

 

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MLK Jr. Day = Jan. 18, 2010

Some chose to make the MLK Jr. holiday on Jan. 18 a day 'on' —
giving of their time to volunteer projects around Williamson County.

Organized by United Way of Williamson County, The Volunteer Center and nine organizations, 175 volunteers raked, shoveled, organized, cleaned, and made blankets. Participating organizations included Williamson County Champion Park, Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County, Goodwill of Hutto, Round Rock Housing Authority, WBC Opportunities in Taylor and Spirit Reins in Liberty Hill. The blanket-making project was coordinated at the Neighborhood Conference Committee offices in Round Rock, with Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center and Hope Alliance as the beneficiaries of the blankets.

 

Some of the schools, businesses and service groups participating included Westwood High School, Target and the Round Rock ChangeMakers.

 

View a sampling of images from Williamson County residents who came out to get involved, lend a hand, and LIVE UNITED!

 

 

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Day of Caring Volunteers Create an Impact in Williamson County

Five volunteer projects making a difference in five cities in Williamson County. This was the goal of United Way of Williamson County's October 9th Day of Caring. While the welcomed rain forced a change in some of the originally planned projects it did not dampen the spirits of the many volunteers who gave their valuable time and talent to making an impact in our community. … [ read full release ]

 

AJ Wagner and Michelle Robertson, Seton

AJ Wagner and Michelle Robertson, Seton Medical Center Williamson

 

DAY OF CARING PHOTO GALLERY:
View a sampling of images from Williamson County residents who came out to get involved, lend a hand, and LIVE UNITED!

 

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IMPORTANT SWINE FLU INFORMATION
In recent days, the Swine Flu has been reported in humans in Texas, across the U.S. and abroad.

Prevention and/or controlling the spread of Swine Flu is important to us at United Way of Williamson County so we offer the following resources and tips regarding the Swine Flu.

Swine Flu Prevention Tips

Symptoms of Swine Flu
Swine Flu symptoms are similar to those of the common flu. They could include:

This list is provided as information only. We encourage you to call your doctor if you have any concerns or questions.

Up-to-date Williamson County information regarding the Swine Flu

Visit the Williamson County & Cities Health District
for the latest information regarding the Swine Flu in Williamson County
www.wcchd.org/PublicHealthAlerts.htm

Information on seasonal flu and seasonal flu surveillance in Williamson County
www.wcchd.org/Services/DiseaseMgmt/Influenza.htm

Additional Resources


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