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Today is National Good Neighbor Day across the country, and a big event is planned in Houston. Organizers report that 5,000 roses will be given to neighbors across Texas County.
The rose giveaway — recipients keep one rose and pass the other 11 to their friends and neighbors — is a model for other communities in the state over the years, and it has received statewide recognition for organizer Shari McCallister, who birthed the event from D & L Florist. Local businesses and individuals pitch in to help sponsor the day.
A ticket attached to the rose is good for admission to a free movie showing of “UP” at the Melba at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29. It is sponsored by Community Betterment and Arts Council of Houston Inc. Reservations can be made by calling 417-260-0043. The ticket also will be used for door prizes.
Now, the state celebrates Missouri Good Neighbor Week from Sept. 28 to Oct. 4. (After a bill was signed in 2022).