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By Joyce M. Johnson
Special to the Beacon Journal
Published on Monday, Sep 22, 2008
Akron's Anthony Alexander, known for his work with numerous charity groups, received the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's most prestigious award Thursday evening at the second annual Akron/Canton Dinner of Champions Gala.
Alexander, president and chief executive of FirstEnergy Corp., received the Norman Cohn Hope Award for his dedication to community service. His wife, Becky, accompanied him to the gala.
Proceeds from the benefit, held at the University of Akron Student Union Ballroom, will help the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
''My dad had MS and that's why I am involved,'' said Doug Price.
David Lum, browsing the auction items, was interested in some of the sports packages. Spotted among the 200 guests were Debbie and Terry Costigan, Mike and Barb Burrows, Dr. Sam Kaludy, Bridget De Chagas, Caitlin Johnson, Michele and Garret Ferrara, and Fred and Nancy Pickton.
The evening began with a silent auction and cocktail reception, followed by dinner and a program. Rebecca Bailey and Ana Etsler sold tickets for a 50/50 raffle.
Volunteer Alice Miller escorted guests to the Kent State research table, where they could put on 3-D glasses to see MRI activity and learn about the work being done for a cure to multiple sclerosis.
Kelly Craig described the experience as incredible.
William Considine and Robert Reffner co-chaired the gala, presented by Oak Associates.
''I have seen the heartache of this disease and this is an opportunity for me to do a little bit to help,'' Reffner said.
''One of my employees struggles with this disease, so we are all here to make lives better,'' Lynn Cavalier added.
Akron's Anthony Alexander, known for his work with numerous charity groups, received the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's most prestigious award Thursday evening at the second annual Akron/Canton Dinner of Champions Gala.
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