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We received word from Joe Bolton that he was promoted to vice president and general manager of the automotive division for Sonoco Products Co., the parent company for Joe's division, Sebro Plastics. The news is actually a bit dated (it occurred two years ago) but just caught up with Joe and wanted to share his good news. Joe's family is also doing well — Kayla is now 16 (and driving), Philip is 14, Alex is 13 and Brenna is now 11. All are busy with school and sports.

Also received a quick note from Steve Guse, who is still in Singapore. He is very pleased to announce a new addition to his family, Sammi Ngoc Guse, was born in Singapore on Jan. 25. Both mother and daughter are doing well (and Steve reported that the aged father is surviving).