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Top 10 Monroe Patch Stories of 2012
Based on the number of people reading and commenting, these were the top stories of 2012.
We would like to take a moment to thank all of our readers here at Monroe Patch. During our first year serving this community, we've enjoyed the banter, the leads, and the fellowship as we faced those difficult life stories.
Here are the top 10 stories for this year:
1. Walton County Bridge Named in Honor of the World's Oldest Living Person
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On August 24, The Besse Brown Cooper Bridge on New Hope Church Road in Between was dedicated a little after 2 p.m. Mrs. Cooper was 116 years and 110 days old when she passed away on December 4th this year.
2. Day After Christmas Sales to Rival Black Friday Deals
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It seems like only last week that we were looking for some great deals! Monroe Patch readers looking for some after-Christmas bargains found some helpful links.
3. FDA Adds 139 New Products to Peanut Recall List
One of the largest product recalls ever in October, 2012.
4. Celebrate National Grandparents Day by Preserving Family History and Share What Makes Your Grandparents Special
In September, Monroe Patch shared some ideas on capturing the wisdom of our grandparents to remember.
5. Spotlight on World's Oldest Person Moves to Iowa
With the December death of Ms. Besse, the title of world's oldest person has now officially been passed on to Iowa's Dina Manfredini.
6. Decision 2012: Debate Schedule - Vice Presidential Candidates Next Week
In such a hotly debated election year, we were surprised that this didn't make the top 5.
7. Last Chance for Peak Viewing of Orionids Meteor Shower 2012
It was a great year for watching meteor showers! The October event was met with clear skies perfect for skygazing.
8. Monroe Wreck Saturday Results in Woman Being Lifeflighted to a Hospital
Jennifer Phillips Ford was seriously injured in this wreck and though she still isn't home, her husband's Facebook updates show that she is improving.
9. Geminid Meteor Shower 2012 On Its Way - When and Where to Watch
The Geminids, the last celestial event of the year, gave a spectacular show!
10. Monroe Man Killed in Motorcycle Accident Saturday
The October accident on Youth Monroe Road took the life of 54 year old George Latimore.
What was YOUR favorite story from Monroe Patch during 2012?
