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As part of the observance of “Extra Mile Day” nationwide, Rapid City mayor Sam Kooiker is recognizing Justin Speck, artistic director of Black Hills Community Theatre and long-time artistic director of the Rapid City Central High School theatre department.

Proclaiming November 3 as Extra Mile Justin Speck Day, Mayor Kooiker cited Speck’s many artistic and educational achievements and recognitions, noting community appreciation for Speck’s innovation and leadership…[Read more…]

Huntington Mayor Brooks Fetters (seated, center) prepares to sign a proclamation designating Nov. 1 as Extra Mile Day in Huntington, encouraging organizations and individuals to “go the extra mile to make a positive difference in our community.” With him are several community members whose volunteer efforts have helped improve several city parks and have been involved in other community volunteerism. They include (from left) Chris Kauffman, Jenna Strick, Rev. Richard Strick,…[Read more…]

Los Angeles, CA, October 31, 2014 — On November 1st, over 520 cities across America will proclaim Extra Mile Day…a day recognizing the capacity we each have to create positive change in ourselves, families, organizations and communities when we go the extra mile. Starting with 23 cities in 2009, this passionate movement acknowledges local volunteer heroes and organizations who are “going the extra mile” for their community and others.

“In 2009, bad news dominated our attention,” recalls Extra Mile Day Founder Shawn Anderson. “People were losing their jobs and homes…it was a tough time. Because of this, I felt a ‘what are you doing to help me?’ dependency was developing. So I decided to use my voice and remind others that the power to create positive change in life does not rest with a government program, boss or spouse, but rather with the person standing in front of the mirror.”…[Read more…]

LAWTON, Okla._Mayors across the United States are recognizing the growing movement that is dedicated to encouraging individuals and organizations to “go the extra mile” in service and volunteerism. On November 1, 500 mayors are expected to declare “Extra Mile Day.”

Lawton and Mayor Fred Fitch joined the list.

Extra Mile Day celebrates individuals and organizations that have chosen to create positive change in their communities by going the extra mile. Mayor Fitch’s declaration and the Extra Mile campaign are reminders that we each have the power to create positive change in our own lives and in the lives of others when we go the extra mile…[Read more…]

Elgin is one of 500 cities across the nation to recognize and participate in “Extra Mile Day America” on November 1, 2014. The” Extra Mile Day” effort encourages all individuals in our community to take time to not only “go the extra mile” in his or her own life, but to also acknowledge those who are inspirational in the efforts and commitments they make to improve their, families, community, and country. In observance of Extra Mile Day, the Elgin C.E.R.T. Team and Fire Corps will partner with Elgin Sam’s Club employees to host a cookout Saturday November 1 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at 1000 S. Randall Road…[Read more…]

LOS ANGELES, CA – Today, November 1st, over 500 cities from across the United States will proclaim Extra Mile Day…a day recognizing the capacity we each have to create positive change in ourselves, families, organizations and communities when we “go the extra mile.” Growing from 23 cities in its inaugural 2009 year, Extra Mile Day is the vision of motivational guru Shawn Anderson, a man passionate about making his life count and empowering others to do the same.

Whether it is in encouraging others to continue to pursue fading dreams or uplifting people to not to let life’s tragedies derail hope, Anderson has dedicated his life to inspiring others to maximize their potential and contribution. His message is consistent and to the point: “Want a better life? Go the extra mile.”…[Read more…]

Joining Extra Mile America By making a declaration for Saturday, Mayor Dave Bieter put Boise on board with nine other Idaho cities – Ammon, Caldwell, Chubbuck, Garden City, Hayden, Lewiston, Moscow, Mountain Home and Nampa – and about 500 around the U.S. to promote volunteerism, civic engagement and positive change in homes and families and in the community at large…[Read more…]

Framingham’s Board of Selectmen proclaimed today, November 1, to be Extra Mile Day in Framingham.

Selectmen are participating in the nation-wide campaign and encouraging ”each individual in the community to take time on this day to ‘go the extra mile’ in their own life and to acknowledge all those around who are inspirational in their efforts to make their organizations, families, community, country, and world a better place.”…[Read more…]

JEFFERSONVILLE — Mayor Mike Moore joins as many as 500 mayors across the county who have declared Nov. 1 as Extra Mile Day in their cities.

The day recognizes the ability of people to positively affect their communities and organizations by taking the extra step.

“We just wanted to kind of pass on the awareness that it’s always good to give back,” Moore said…[Read more…]

A smile can make a huge difference in someone’s day; hence, the philosophy behind “Extra Mile Day.”

Cleveland Mayor Tom Rowland has declared Nov. 1 “Extra Mile Day” and is encouraging members of the community to take a little time out for others.

“(Extra Mile Day) encourages each individual, not necessarily in a group, to do something for someone that you don’t usually do. It could be just a thank you to our military or emergency service person, running an errand for someone, visiting a shut-in, taking someone to lunch. Read the Banner and read about someone’s accomplishment, and give them a call to say ‘Congratulations’— just something you wouldn’t ordinarily do to make someone’s day a little better,” Rowland said…[Read more…]

GREEN RIVER – On Thursday, Green River Mayor Hank Castillion gave the Extra-Mile Day Proclamation to commence November 1st. The Extra-Mile Day Proclamation recognizes individuals and organizations that donate their time and energy for the betterment of their community.

The proclamation reads, whereas Green River is a community that encourages its citizens to maximize their personal contribution to the community by giving of themselves wholeheartedly and with total effort, commitment, and conviction to their individual ambitions, family, friends, and community…[Read more…]

Saturday, November 1 has been declared “Extra Mile Day” by the city of Yuma.

“I urge each individual in the community to take time on this day to not only ‘go the extra mile’ in his or her own life, but also acknowledge all those who are inspirational in their efforts and commitment to make their organizations, families, community, country or world a better place,” said Mayor Doug Nicholls…[Read more…]

CARLISLE — Mayor Tim Scott has declared Saturday, Nov. 1, as “Extra Mile Day” in conjunction with a nationwide initiative celebrating individuals and organizations which have chosen to create positive change in their communities by going the extra mile…[Read more…]

NAMPA — Nampa Mayor Bob Henry has declared Nov. 1 to be Extra Mile Day, a day recognizing the capacity we each have to create positive change in ourselves, families, organizations and communities when we “go the extra mile,” according to a release.

Nampa joins more than 500 cities nationwide that have joined Extra Mile America in making the Nov. 1 declaration…[Read more…]

Aberdeen has joined a growing list of communities that have declared Saturday as Extra Mile Day, a day set aside to encourage individuals and organizations to “go the extra mile” in service and volunteerism.

According to a news release from Extra Mile America, Extra Mile Day celebrates individuals and organizations that have chosen to create positive change in their communities by going the extra mile…[Read more…]