On July 8, 2001 the City of Mullens was inundated by the most destructive flood in its history, On July 8, 2008 the residents will mark this event by formally commencing one more project that demonstrates their determination to invigorate a once thriving community. Volunteers, led by the Mullens Mayor and City Commissioners, have been preparing for the arrival of their fifth AmeriCorps NCCC Team that will help construct an Outdoor Entertainment Center where local music and performing arts can be exhibited.
Today, residents of Mullens welcome the Wolf 5 AmeriCorps*NCCC Team arriving here from their headquarters in Perry Point, MD. Wolf 5 has accepted the challenge to help local volunteers build an outdoor theatre in 30 days. The Team will then assist with and participate in a grand opening and celebration of the contribution the AmeriCorps and Volunteers have made toward revitalizing efforts. The celebration and pig roast will be on August 9, 2008.
Performers for the August 9th Celebration
- Wilma Bowers
- The Ayers Family
- Lynn Mills
- The Gospel Heirs
- The SJD
- Heart & Soul
- Dvon Duncan
- The Muddy Bottom Boys
- Carl Jordan and The Wyoming County Ramblers
- The Bluegrass Crossties
- Ivan & Friends
- Bertha Dunford
- The Swift River Band
Sponsors of the Mullens Outdoor Entertainment Center include:
- City of Mullens Mayor and Commissioners
- Rural Appalachian Improvement League, Inc.
- Wyoming County Board of Education
- Volunteer West Virginia
- West Virginia Development Office
- Means Lumber
- Union Power
Partners of this project include:
- AmeriCorps*NCCC
- AmeriCorps*VISTA/Coal Heritage Highway Authority
- AmeriCorps*VISTA/Office of Surface Mining
- Blueprint Community of Mullens
- Groundwork Wyoming County
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