[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 139 (Wednesday, October 7, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1931]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                TRIBUTE TO CAROLYN MOORE OF MUNSTER, IN.

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                        HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 7, 1998

  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is truly my distinct honor to 
congratulate one of Northwest Indiana's hidden treasures: Carolyn 
Moore, of Munster, Indiana. The Owner and President of Laughing Cat 
Productions, Carol's work, ``Citizens Financial Services History,'' has 
been recognized with a Telly Finalist Award. Since 1986, when she 
founded Laughing Cat Productions, Carol has been serving businesses, 
schools, and individuals who wish to have a video produced. Winning a 
Telly Award is a significant honor, and raises Carol to the top of her 
field, not only in Northwest Indiana, but across the entire United 
States. The Telly Awards are a national competition for people and 
companies who create videos, commercials, and films; Carol earned a 
Finalist Award in the category of corporate image. The Telly Awards 
Organization was founded in 1980 to showcase and offer recognition to 
outstanding non-network and cable television commercials. Past winners 
include the Ford Motor Company, the American Medical Society, and 
Pepsi. Carol's Award and Recognition places her among the best in the 
advertising business.
  When I think of Carol, however, the first image which comes to my 
mind is not her successful professional career, but her extraordinary 
community activism. Whenever a project has needed a leader or an issue 
has needed to be addressed, Carol has stepped forward to accept the 
challenge. I cannot emphasize how much her involvement in the community 
means to me, and to our region. Well before her career in advertising 
and production, Carol served our community as one of its most dedicated 
and successful activists. Beginning in 1978, she helped lead Northwest 
Indiana's endeavor to create a local television station. Her vision was 
realized in 1985, with a federal grant of one million dollars for a 
local television station from the Development of Commerce's National 
Telecommunications and Information Administration. Today, the residents 
of Northwest Indiana enjoy the fruit of Carol's labors: WYIN Channel 
56, the region's only local broadcast station. Carol's community 
activism did not stop in 1985, however. For over a decade, she has 
worked with the Northwest Indiana Literacy Coalition, and today serves 
as a member of the Board of Directors. She is a member of both the 
Munster and Gary Chambers of Commerce, serves as the President of the 
Communicators of Northwest Indiana, and is currently the Vice President 
of Marketing for the Northwest Indiana World Trade Council.
  Though Carol is dedicated to her career and community, she has never 
limited her time and love for her family. Longtime residents of 
Munster, Carol and her husband Dave have raised three children; 
Jillian, 27; Douglas, 23; and Owen, 21. Outside of her work and 
volunteer service, Carol enjoys spending her time reading, sailing, and 
golfing. She plans to continue her work as President of Laughing Cat 
Productions, and hopes to slowly expand the company. In addition, she 
intends to maintain her high levels of community service and 
involvement in the local media.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my distinguished colleagues join me 
in congratulating Carolyn Moore for her truly well-earned honor, and, 
though often unrecognized, for her exemplary efforts to improve our 
region. Carol's community activism and desire to improve our community 
is commendable and praiseworthy. Whether through advancing the public's 
literacy awareness, championing the cause of local and public 
television in Northwest Indiana, or pursuing the economic re-
vitalization of Northwest Indiana, Carol's actions have left an 
indelible mark on Indiana's First Congressional District. We are indeed 
fortunate to have such a dedicated and self-sacrificing citizen.

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