It's been a busy couple of weeks around the Union Hall as we celebrate our Season of Caring, Season of Sharing. From the smiling faces in the pictures we've been sharing, it looks like it was a successful Holiday Season.

I want to take a moment to thank everyone who helps with our holiday endeavors: the Local Union Officers and Business Agents, the office staff, the Teamster Horsemen, the Smiley Family Cookie Factory, and, last but not least, the Members.

The Members who take an ornament to purchase a gift for a child from a needy family, the Members who work behind the scenes making goodie bags, the Members who give their precious time and show up at our events, and the Members who pitch in and do what's needed. The Members who stand together as one proud organization to support working men and women.

I've said it so often, but I'll repeat it: it's the Members coming together to support THEIR Union that makes me say, "I'm Proud to be a Teamster!" On behalf of everyone at Local 776, I wish you a safe and Merry Christmas!

Fraternally,

Ed Thompson,

President, Teamsters Local 776