Jobs Fair and Small Business Seminar October 2012

In October of 2012 - the Horicon Phoenix Program put on a Jobs Fair and Small Business Seminar.

Horicon is a lovely city - but wouldn't be able to survive if it were not for the many small businesses in our community. We also know that many struggle to find jobs locally, or have to resort to commuting for work.

This event aimed to provide resources for those looking for jobs and to provide help for small businesses. Thanks to all those involved.

Many businesses and organizations set up booths for job-seekers

Dee Relyea presents the class in Job Search Strategies.

Patricia Pettey of the U.S. Small Business Administration prepares her materials for the Small Business Seminar.

These are just a few of the people who helped provide this service to the community.

Phoenix Award Winner for Fall 2012

The Fall 2012 recipient of the Horicon Phoenix Award is a true embodiment of the essence and spirit of the Phoenix in many ways. We are very pleased to present David Katsma with our latest award.

David has been a resource for those addicted and struggling with dependency, working to help them rebuild their lives through his mission at Marshview Ministries Church in Horicon.

At the same time, David was hard at work coordinating efforts with the Horicon Phoenix Program and City of Horicon to build the new disc golf course in Riverbend Park.

A common theme throughout all of David’s work is rebirth and renewal, both in a personal sense and in his community. While David was keeping his Church mission going, building the disc golf course for our town, and being a father and husband, he was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. Throughout last year with the support of his family, friends and his faith, he battled and beat the cancer with a grace and dignity that was nothing short of inspirational.

David is a selfless contributor to his neighbors and community, and someone we are proud to call friend. Please join us in celebrating this award with David. — with Melissa Keenan, David Katsma, Daniel Buchner, Tammy Wiard-Baltzley and Kathryn Knop.