The High-Point Thomasville HiToms had a night to remember capped off with an 8-5 victory over the Carolina Disco Turkeys. 

 

The HiToms bats got on the board early, scoring five runs in the first two innings largely thanks to an RBI double from Nathan Chrismon and a solo shot from Brantley Willis. Despite the Turkeys using eight different pitchers, the HiToms were able to continue to pour on the runs, putting up a three spot in the seventh highlighted by an RBI single from Yates Sikes. The HiToms pitching staff was able to limit the Turkey batters, with Noah Young recording the win after pitching two shut out, no-hit innings.

 

A special pre-game celebration was held to celebrate the life of Warren King on June 11th. Tuesday night was also the 3rd annual Thomasville Stars Night as the HiToms teamed up with Thomasville Tourism Commision, honoring nine people from Thomasville. All nine were awarded a plaque.

 

Here’s a list of the nine that were recognized at the game:

 

  • Leslie and Chris Watts: Community volunteers/Tourism BOD – For their efforts to revitalize Thomasville one building at a time.  They held out for the right buyer to make sure that a business that would add value to Thomasville was in their building.  Also, Leslie has volunteered on the Tourism Board for 3 years and serves as the secretary. 

 

  • Sam Olshinski: Thomasville Fire Department – Sam has been working for Thomasville Fire & Rescue since July 2006. As theDivision Chief of Emergency Management for the City of Thomasville, Sam works tirelessly to ensure our City is prepared, endures and recovers, in the case of a natural disaster. He coordinates training with multiple agencies, including local hospitals, first responders, and City, County, & State officials, to ensure we are all on the same page of hazard mitigation and recovery. Chief Olshinski coordinates with local businesses ensuring their emergency response plan is current. He and representatives from the Thomasville Police Department offer training in Active Assailant Response to our local businesses, as well. Chief Olshinski is consistently applying for grants for projects that will have a direct impact our community as a whole. Sam resides in the Thomasville community with his wife, Lauren, and two children, Lydia and Henry. He is a staple at the local softball fields and martial arts studios in supporting their children’s hobbies. Sam is a well-deserving candidate for this award. His unwavering commitment to the citizens, business owners, and tourists of Thomasville is phenomenal.

 

  • Miranda L. Bolton: MLK – Social Action Committee – Miranda aka (Shion) has worked tirelessly behind the scenes since 2001 as  administrator of  MLK-SAC securing grant monies to fund our annual MLK Holiday celebration in Thomasville.Her commitment to excellence has made our local event a renowned regional event. 

 

  • Jerry Hines: Thomasville Area Chamber of Commerce – Jerry has given his 45 years of worklife to the City of Thomasville – he has had a major impact on our community.  He is the ultimate volunteer. Runs the concession stand at Cushwah and pool.  He has been committed to the success of our community for many many years.  He continues to be passionate about continuing to make our community be successful.  Incredible work ethic. 

 

  • Laura-Lee Jones: Chaplain Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center – She has been working at Novant for two years. She provides excellent emotional support and bereavement support for our patients and families that are experiencing extremely difficult situations. She is truly a light for our families, and we are excited to celebrate her for her remarkable patient care.

 

  • Eric Kuppel: Community Volunteer – Eric chairs the missions committee at Memorial United Methodist Church volunteers with Cooperative Community Ministry, The Father’s Storehouse, and Home Solutions of Davidson County- among other organizations. He also sits on the Planning Board! Keep Davidson County Beautiful volunteer for 2 years

 

  • Desiree Ferguson: Teacher at Hasty Elementary – Desiree Ferguson has been a classroom teacher for 11 years. Desiree is an educator innovator. Her classroom is full of hands on experiences and project based learning. When you enter her classroom you want to become a third grade student. Her infectious smile is both welcoming and comforting for students. The positive engagement and growth of her students each year makes her an unsung hero

 

  • Melanie Kuppel (Community YMCA): Director of Property Management Tom A. Finch – We all call Melanie, Mel.  She has worked at the YMCA for 13 years.  Most recently Mel has moved into the role of Director of Property Management.  She does an amazing job keeping the property looking beautiful and our facility ready every day for our community.  She is one of the most selfless women I know.  She is always looking for ways to encourage her co-workers and make them smile.  Mel is an extremely hard worker and strives to always give her best.  We are so fortunate to have Mel at our YMCA.