Richard Paul Loughlin and Wilma Walker Loughlin began dating in 1989.  During the four years they dated Richardâs persistence in asking Wilma to marry him paid off. He would joke âOn the fourth time she said YES!â The two married at the First Baptist Church in Whitehouse on June 23, 1993. Â
During the 31 years they were together, Richard gave Wilma the world and Wilma poured her energy into providing him a loving home and helping him build a successful C.P.A firm.  They often commented on what a wonderful life they had together. The two shared a love of travel, dancing, pinochle and volunteer work in Henderson and the surrounding community.  Together, they established a large group of friends to share in the activities they so enjoyed. Â
Effective Monday, the club will be closed to members and is scheduled to reopen in-person programs on Thursday, Jan. 7, in tandem with the scheduled reopening of Henderson County public schools. As always, ongoing operations remain contingent on community health and based on the direction of health officials.
“We’re doing everything possible to keep our Club members and staff protected from the Covid-19 virus, particularly as community spread becomes more prevalent,” said Nicola Barksdale, president of the Club’s board of directors. “We’ve been working closely with local public health officials and taking all recommended precautionary measures, and we feel this is the safest choice at this time, given present circumstances,” Barksdale said.
Blue Ridge Humane hosting two holiday pet food giveaways
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Pet owners who need pet food are invited to the following drive-thru giveaways:
Saturday, Dec. 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., at the Boys & Girls Club of Henderson County parking lot, 1304 Ashe St, Hendersonville.
Monday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Blue Ridge Humane Society Adoption Center, 88 Centipede Lane, Hendersonville.
Cat and dog food will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis as supplies last to those in need or affected by COVID-19, according to a news release from BRHS.
Social distancing and protective measures will be taken by all staff and BRHS asks the public to do the same during the drive-thru pick-up.