[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 61 (Thursday, April 17, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E645]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           TRIBUTE TO SAMMY GEORGE OF CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE

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                             HON. ZACH WAMP

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 17, 2008

  Mr. WAMP. Madam Speaker, today I rise to honor Sammy George of my 
hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee, as he departs the broadcasting 
industry at the height of his career with 35 years of service. Mr. 
George has been an outstanding leader at home, in the industry and 
within our community. Now that he will be spending more time with his 
family and friends, I want to take a moment to recognize his tremendous 
accomplishments and thank him for all he has done in Chattanooga.
  Alter serving in the U.S. Marines in Vietnam, Sammy returned to his 
hometown of West Blocton, Alabama, where he worked as a disc jockey, 
DJ. He moved to Chattanooga in 1985 to become the general manager of 
the upstart radio station WUSY US-101 where he has remained for more 
than 22 years.
  During his term, the station has won countless awards and has been 
recognized for its distinction and excellence These include nine 
Country Music Association Station of the Year awards, four R&R Station 
of the Year awards, one Academy of Country Music Station award, a 
National Association of Business, NAB, Marconi for Personality of the 
Year and the NAB Crystal award.
  Most importantly, Sammy has focused his talent and energy on helping 
those in need. He has humbly led our community in raising millions of 
dollars for charitable causes, including $5 million for the St. Jude 
Children's Research Hospital and $800,000 of supplies for Hurricane 
Katrina victims.
  Sammy retires as the market manager for Clear Channel/Chattanooga 
where he oversaw three popular radio stations: WUSY US-101, WLND 98.1 
The Legend, and WRXR Rock 105. After taking some much deserved time 
off, he will bring his wealth of experience to Northwest Georgia Bank 
where he will be vice-president for new business.
  Sammy George is a man of integrity, loyalty and outstanding 
leadership, and I am proud to recognize him today.

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