Chapter 254

“In short, we want this community to thrive and to carry our production facility along with it. We feel it’s a win/win situation, if this community can overcome whatever distrust, fear, ignorance, and hatred its citizens may harbor,” finished Lisa.

“There are a few more items we’d like to share,” stated Stephanie as she finished conferring with Steve, Gwen, Jordan, and Charlie. “Jordan, Gwen, Naomi, and some of the rest of us women will be available to discuss all sorts of things that might interest teenage girls and young women. We’ll be meandering down Main Street this evening and tomorrow. People, especially young women, are encouraged to ask us about making movies, music, fashion, and educational opportunities. At the same time, and again on Main Street, Jared, Steve and their buddies will be available to discuss sports, especially playing football, as well as various career choices and educational opportunities both in and out of the military. They’ll even talk about maki