Saturday, June 2, 2007

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Citizens enjoy the luncheon on Saturday. The chorus helped set the festive mood for the day. Governor Barber reports on the bills from the VGS Legislature.
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The staff sends a special "Thank You Very Much" to the American Legion Auxiliary. VGS Chairwoman Julia Wells addresses the citizens. Getting the awards always is a thrill for cities.
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Jana Pettey welcomes the citizens to the final assembly, Rock 'n' Reminisce. An essay winner shares her touching story about her experience at VGS. The chorus performs one of its final songs.
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The Tennessee Samsung scholarship was announced by Kathy Hendrickson. The junior counselors perform "After the Fire" for the citizens. Another essay winner shares her memories of the week.
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Lauren Barber, left, and Kori Furcolowe are named 2007 Girls Nation Senators. Chairwoman Julia Wells, left, and Director Martha Kelly bid the citizens farewell. The memories of VGS will remain for a lifetime.