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Writings and reflections by Steve West. Thursday, July 30, 2015. This is the full version of my raccoon story, published in The Arab Tribune. On July 29, 2015. Abbreviated versions have been published in T he Huntsville Times. The early years of ministry left me with some bruises and a few scars. I was young, and I had a nagging ability to hold onto residual pain from those occasional conflicts that come our way.

Turning out unique versions of everything from Booker T to Beyoncé, this 12-piece band is powered by some of the best musicians in the New York City area. Steve Wexler and The Top Shelf features a powerhouse, four-piece horn section whose members have performed with The Temptations. And The Tonight Show Orchestra. The horns are backed by a virtuoso rhythm section whose members have performed with John Lennon.

Time to get back to some fundraising basics. The sad death of Olive Cooke and the press feast unleashed has long been coming. Understanding and trust are being challenged. Right or wrong, we need to respond. So where are we? What can we do? 10 of the best words to use in legacy fundraising.