Joining together to bask in the unifying power of prayer, a crowd estimated at close to 100 gathered Thursday at the Farmers Market for the local celebration of National Day of Prayer. Sheriff and longtime preacher Jackie Matheny was one of seven speakers to offer his thoughts as he was asked to pray for law enforcement. Before offering his prayers, Matheny said he has never seen hatred as bad as it is today and noted a small group of people, such as Jesus Christ and his disciples, prove you can make a lasting difference.
Nation unites in prayer