The Archdale-Trinity Chamber of Commerce bestows awards to highlight these people who make the community strong.
“Winning a community award from the Chamber signals not only achievement but recognition, by both business leaders and the community at-large,” said Beverly Nelson, president of the Archdale-Trinity Chamber of Commerce. “It indicates a level of service beyond just a local arena.
“To win one of these awards, service and achievement are on a larger scale and benefit many, many people.”
Nominations for the awards come from the community at-large, as well as Chamber members. Award winners are selected by a Chamber committee.
“We hope by hosting these awards that we are communicating to all the residents of Archdale and Trinity that the Chamber and its members — the businesses that you patronize — are committed to promoting a sense of community, unity and pride in who we all are.”
Duke Energy Advocacy Quality of Life Award
Ryan Hoskins of Archdale Drug doesn’t offer his support to the community to receive awards.
“This is what I am supposed to be doing anyway,” Hoskins said. “But it’s an honor to be recognized, and hopefully it will inspire others to do the same thing.”
Hoskins opened Archdale Drug in 1999 and has expanded to two other stores in the Triad.
“He is well-known for his excellent customer service and care for his clients,” said the Awards Committee.
In addition to serving customers at his three pharmacy locations, Hoskins is a member of the Archdale-Trinity Rotary Club and serves on the board of the Grubb Family YMCA of Archdale-Trinity and Crime Stoppers of Archdale. “His generosity has extended to many local charitable organizations such as Community Outreach of Archdale-Trinity, SerCo’s Cheer Fund and the Northwestern Randolph County Arts Council,” said the Committee.
He has been a gold sponsor of the Chamber’s Bush Hill Heritage Festival for more than 10 years, ensuring the viability of this growing community event. He also has served as the Community Hero Grand Marshal of the annual Christmas parade.
Hoskins’ commitment to community and quality of life was recently demonstrated in an expansion project at his Archdale store. Hoskins chose to pave additions to the parking lot with a pervious surface, setting a standard for “green” business models.
“Ryan Hoskins is an example of commitment and generosity and what it means to be part of a community,” said the Awards Committee.
Member/Business of the Year Award
The City of Archdale earned the Member/Business of the Year Award, the only award selected by the Chamber’s Board of Directors. The award recognizes the chamber member who has made outstanding contributions to the Chamber.
“Archdale has truly been a partner in helping the Chamber to accomplish its mission of creating an environment conducive to business growth, and developing programs and events that make Archdale a great place where families want to work, live and play,” said the Awards Committee.
The city has been a partner in the presentation of the Chamber’s biggest event — the annual Bush Hill Heritage Festival.
City of Archdale staff mark the streets, provide garbage service, security and safety personnel, block the streets and install signage.
“These are just a few of the tasks associated with the Festival that the city handles,” the Committee said. “By providing this logistical support, the Chamber and its volunteers can focus on creating an event that brings 25,000 people to this community to celebrate the heritage of Archdale.”
The City was praised for other support provided to the Chamber.
City personnel serve on the Chamber’s education, transportation, economic development, community action, awards and Bush Hill committees. City personnel volunteer for Chamber events such as job shadowing, Reality Store, membership visits, candidate’s forums and Business After Hours, among others.
Since the inception of the Chamber’s leadership program, Archdale has enrolled at least one city employee each year in the program.
City personnel serve on the Chamber’s Board of Directors and have served as the Chamber’s board chair.
“The Board of Directors of the Archdale-Trinity Chamber of Commerce would like to say thank you to the City of Archdale for being such a valued and faithful member,” said the Awards Committee.
Archdale Mayor Bert Lance-Stone, seated, accepted the award on behalf of the city. Standing from left are Council members Eddie Causey, Larry Warlick, Lewis Dorsett and Roger Blackwell, and City Manager Jerry Yarborough. Not pictured are Council members Trey Gray and Tim Williams. Youth of the Year
DeAnna Minor, 2009 Miss Trinity, earned the Youth of the Year award, which recognizes a student in the Archdale-Trinity area who has overcome obstacles or demonstrated leadership in pursuit of an education.
Wearing the Miss Trinity crown meant more than winning a contest for Minor. It was a platform for her to address the growing problem of childhood obesity.
Minor chose this as her platform during her reign as Miss Trinity, because obesity is linked to serious medical issues and has increased dramatically. She wanted to help educate children about healthy lifestyle choices such as better nutrition and daily physical activity. After a presentation about healthy snacks, students at Trinity Elementary School summer camp brought healthier snacks, telling their teachers that “DeAnna would be proud of them.”
She also advocates exercise and has served as coach for two youth cheerleading teams. She is co-captain of the Trinity High School cheerleaders, a member of the Spirit Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the Spanish Club. She is a member of Caraway Baptist Church. She has maintained a straight A average through her high school career and plans to pursue a career in teaching.
Extra Mile Award
Joy Branning, director of the Archdale Senior Center since January 2006, earned the Extra Mile Award, which recognizes an individual who gives more than expected or required to improve the quality of life in the Archdale-Trinity community in the course of their regular job.
“Many people go above and beyond what is required by their employer and this award was established to recognize that achievement,” said the Awards Committee. “Anyone who knows Joy, knows she is a person of integrity, compassion and loads of energy!”
As center director, Branning oversees activities, volunteers, Meals on Wheels, nutrition and congregate meals and assists seniors and their families to find resources available through Randolph County Senior Adults Association.
In addition to her prescribed duties, Branning is an active member of the SALT Council Committee (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together), Senior Ms. Randolph County pageant committee and other committees of the Senior Adults Association.
She has served as a loaned executive for the United Way of Great High Point for the last two years. She participates in Chamber programs such as job shadowing and its leadership program.
Branning guided the Archdale Senior Center through the process of certification as a Center of Merit by the N.C. Division of Aging and Adult Services. A Center of Merit meets or exceeds standards in administration, volunteer management, programming and services for senior adults.
“This is an outstanding achievement and brings recognition to our county and our community,” said the Awards Committee.
Youth Advocate Award
Three high school students earned the Youth Advocate Award, which honors an individual, business or group who works for the benefit of the youth.
Award recipients were Wesley Turnbill, Jonathan Turnbill and Holden Patterson, who exemplify compassion and commitment, said the Awards Committee. They have volunteered with Special Olympics for four years.
At the ages of 11, 12 and 14, the trio began to help Randolph County’s Special Olympics soccer team as they prepared for the fall games. They reported early on Saturday mornings to help unload the equipment and set up the field. They encouraged the athletes during their warm-ups and at competition.
This involvement led the young men to become a part of the fall games of the Randolph County Special Olympics.
They continue to volunteer where needed, recruit their friends to help and encourage the Special Olympic athletes to compete and succeed.
“We would like to say thank you on behalf of our community,” said the Awards Committee.
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