Lincoln and PHS Alumnus of the Year 2022 - The REES

Davis said, “Just like many of us, with new knees, hips, or pacemakers, The Rees has been revitalized to do what it did for us, in the past and is prepared to do even more in the future. Like past recipients the committee recognized that The Rees will be an ambassador and an economic driver for our great community. Attracting thousands of people to our downtown to enjoy not only The Rees, but our wonderful museum, the Wild Rose Moon, and the Heartland Artist Gallery as we develop and expand an Arts Campus in downtown Plymouth.” 

Davis added that the selection committee for the award recognized that the alumni of Lincoln and PHS were instrumental in revitalizing The Rees. “All of us who care about community; the doctors, lawyers, bus drivers, business owners, teachers, service workers - each and every one of us are included as a major part of this distinguished alumni recognition.” 

Davis continued, “Randy and Eleanor Danielson saw a need many years ago when they purchases The Rees and donated it to the Wythougan Valley Preservation Council for future development and our community began to ‘Imagine the Possibilities’.” 

The committee established a 501c3 and moved toward renovation and development. The grand re-opening will be held on October 1, 2022. “This couldn’t have been accomplished without the support, guidance, and involvement of many former alumni and community members who have volunteered, donated money, material, skills, or in other ways have helped make this happen.” 

Mayor’s Month of Music continues this Friday in River Park Square with The 1985! From 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Individuals and families are welcome to pack a picnic or purchase refreshments from a food truck or the concession stands. 

Pilot News Group Photo / Jamie Fleury 

Jack Davis, Randy Danielson, Donna Pontius, and Jan Boos Bean.