CONWAY — A record crowd packed the Gibson Center for Senior Services' Sprague Dining Room last Friday afternoon to honor retiring nutrition director Fran Lampidis for her 35 years of dedication, commitment and love for the patrons of the center.
“If ever there was a valley treasure, it’s you, Fran Lampidis,” said Charlie Macomber, Gibson Board of Directors president, a statement that was met with applause and murmurs of approval.
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