Just received information from Robin Howell and Jay Bowen regarding one of the many beautification projects being undertaken by the citizens' volunteer organization HARC (Huntington Area Revitalization Coalition). Jay Bowen reported:

"One of our HARC projects coming up. This is an area at the downtown post office that at one time was well maintained but has suffered from neglect over the last few years. We are going to plant flowers, including the Veteran’s Rose and help the different armed services organizations install their flags. It will be a lovely site once again honoring our veterans."


The following information was sent to us by Gene and Robin Howell. If you want to be involved in this project to honor our veterans - living and dead - here is how you can do it:

Yes, I would like to purchase a Veterans’ Honor Rose bush for the Veterans Memorial garden on Memorial Blvd. and 3rd Ave. in Huntington. Veterans’ Honor“10% of net sales from our 2000 Rose of the Year winner supports American veteran’s health care. ( More than $ 516,200 donated to date.)” One of the most magnificent red roses ever is a fitting tribute to the men and women who have served our country. Plump buds unfurl into huge, high-centered blossoms in a bright , true red. As the raspberry-scented flowers mature, their bright color is softened by overtones of pastel pink. The fragrant flowers last up to two weeks in the vase!” Jackson & Perkins $19.00 each, or 3 for $ 54.99. Make your checks payable to HARC , P.O. Box 312, Huntington WV 25708. Checks must be in by February 14, 2009.

If you want to purchase but cannot get the check mailed in time, please call Jay Bowen at: (304) 634-8342.