[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 12348]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 IN RECOGNITION OF JOHN ``KIRK'' KIRKPATRICK AND HIS CAREER IN SERVICE 
                         TO OWENSBORO, KENTUCKY

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                           HON. BRETT GUTHRIE

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 24, 2013

  Mr. GUTHRIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of John 
``Kirk'' Kirkpatrick. Born and raised in Owensboro, Kentucky, Kirk has 
strived to better his surrounding community in every way possible.
   Kirk's career began with Owensboro on the Air, Inc., where he served 
in a number of capacities. Kirk also handled public relations for the 
city's television system before joining WaxWorks/VideoWorks in 1984. 
Kirk served as President and CEO of the RiverPark Center Foundation for 
two years, working to help develop the riverfront. After facilitating 
major improvements to The RiverPark Center, he returned to WaxWorks/
VideoWorks to continue his career until his recent retirement.
   Kirk's background in communications made him a natural for Master of 
Ceremonies for the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce's monthly 
Rooster Booster meetings. Kirk branded ``the good news phone'' as his 
signature personality to share the great happenings of Owensboro. For 
more than 35 years, Kirk has served in this capacity, with the 
Owensboro Chamber of Commerce recognizing him as ``Member of the Year'' 
three times.
   Serving in numerous Board of Director positions, it is evident that 
Kirk has dedicated his career to serving the greater Owensboro 
community--for both current and future generations. Kirk recently 
accepted his latest role as an ambassador for the Owensboro Convention 
Center. I couldn't think of anyone better suited for this important 
role. Recently named an All-America City with Kirk's help, Owensboro is 
fortunate to call Kirk one of its residents.
   I look forward to seeing Kirk's new endeavors and would like to 
thank him for all he has and will continue to do on behalf of 
Owensboro, Kentucky.

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