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Clint Melton Joins Brad Halfacre To Discuss Rickman Community & Recreation Center's Transformation

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Brad Halfacre talks with Clint Melton about the past, present, and future of the Rickman Community and Recreation Center. Clint shares the center’s history, how it fell into disuse over the years, and his vision to restore it as a safe, welcoming outdoor space for local families. The conversation highlights challenges like funding and facility repairs, along with community partnerships, volunteer opportunities, and plans for the center’s 20-acre property. Driven by his love for the outdoors and his desire to create opportunities for his four sons and other families, Clint hopes to bring new life back to a treasured community space.

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