[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 13]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 18910]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                  IN RECOGNITION OF TOM AND PEGGY RICE

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 11, 2007

  Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United States 
Congress, it is an honor for me to rise today to recognize the Tom and 
Peggy Rice for being awarded the WFTW Humanitarian Award for 2007.
  Radio station WFTW News Talk 1260, one of the oldest AM news and talk 
radio stations in Northwest Florida, has chosen Tom and Peggy Rice in 
recognition for their extraordinary contributions to countless local 
fund raising efforts.
  Tom and Peggy own the Magnolia Grill, a restaurant in Fort Walton 
Beach, Florida. Located in a historic home built in 1910, the Magnolia 
Grill is revered as a local gem for its true southern charm, delicious 
cuisine, and local historic memorabilia.
  Over the past several years, Tom and Peggy have worked tirelessly to 
help raise funds for numerous non-profit organizations throughout the 
community. On Saturday mornings, they host pancake breakfast fund 
raisers and donate all the food, beverages, supplies, and labor for the 
event.
  The Humanitarian Award, an antique street corner clock, sits proudly 
on display in the lobby of the Magnolia Grill for restaurant patrons to 
see. On the face of the clock, is a plaque acknowledging Tom and Peggy 
for their involvement within the community.
  As remarkable philanthropists, the Rice's generosity and commitment 
to service have helped to create a better life for the citizens of 
Northwest Florida and have made an impression that will last a 
lifetime.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, I am proud to 
recognize Tom and Peggy Rice for their exemplary community service and 
wish them both continued success and happiness.

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