A SHOUT OUT TO OUR FRIENDS TO THE WEST

Almost 6 months ago Stanhope's sister city to the west, Stratford, was ravaged by fall tornadoes. Just weeks following the mess with Hurricane Katrina, the people of Southern Hamilton County Iowa showed the World how to deal with a natural disaster with impeccable class, dignity and courage. No complaining, no blaming, just neighbors and complete strangers showing up to ask what they could do to help.

Tonight, KCCI Channel 8 had a great follow up story on the recovery in Stratford. To watch the video and text of the story click on the following link: http://www.kcci.com/weather/9169429/detail.html

The Board of Governors at Stanhope State encourages everyone to give what you can and keep the folks in Stratford in your prayers.

Donations are still being accepted for the recovery efforts. You can send your donations to the following address:

Stratford Tornado Relief Fund
P.O. Box 200
Stratford, IA 50249