CCWAA 2009...
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Evansville, IN The Evansville Conquer Chiari Walk Across America was a truly wonder-filled day! We had about 300 people in attendance and although we didn't raise as much money as last year, we did receive the attention of the local news. Walk participants enjoyed music from the Sweet Adelines, balloon making from Stubby T. Clown, a bounce house for the kids, burgers and hot dogs prepared on site by the Holy Smokers and most importantly the fellowship and feelings of unity this special day created. Two local news stations covered the walk, Monica Griest, our walk organizer, my son Nick and I (co- organizer) were interviewed. Due to local coverage in the press, one walker could not participate because she was receiving decompression surgery the Monday before the walk! Our efforts of awareness have indeed been met and we will continue to build on the momentum we have built so far. As we look forward to next year, we will foster the new friendships we have made with other Chiarians and continue to bring awareness locally to this under understood disorder. Thank you Evansville for a truly successful day! --TJ
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