[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 177 (Thursday, November 20, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2321]
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                     TRIBUTE TO MRS. GLORIA COOPER

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                            HON. FRED UPTON

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 20, 2008

  Mr. UPTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mrs. Gloria 
Cooper of Niles, Michigan for over two decades of broadcasting 
excellence.
  For nearly a quarter century, we in southwest Michigan welcomed 
Gloria into our homes as the hostess of the popular ``Here's Gloria'' 
and ``Gloria's Place'' radio programs on WNIL-AM 1290. Since she first 
hit the airwaves in 1966, Gloria's in-depth interviews and community 
focus through the years earned her the reputation as the ``Voice of 
Niles.''
  In 2006, Gloria took her show to the Web where she has continued to 
educate and entertain her faithful listeners. On November 24, Gloria 
will record her final interview, marking the end of an era. We will all 
miss Gloria's voice over the airwaves and Internet. She is a treasure 
of our community, and I will miss being ``grilled'' by my friend on the 
pressing issues of the day.
  Once again, I would like to congratulate and express my gratitude to 
Gloria Cooper for her many years of distinguished service to the 
residents of Berrien County. I wish Gloria and her husband Richard all 
the best. May God continue to bless the entire Cooper family. Gloria's 
gift of communication has enriched us all.

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