ELLISVILLE – To commemorate Mississippi Arbor Day on Friday, February 10, the Ellisville Garden Club and several Jones College horticulture students planted a red maple tree in memory of Sandra Wright who passed away, July 9, 2022. Recording Secretary and Arbor Day Chairman of the Ellisville Garden Club, Sandra Shows and members of the organization paid tribute to the EG Club member, Ellisville realtor and owner of Magnolia Real Estate, who also taught math and served as division chair at Jones College for 31 years. The tree and plaque are located near the Lake and Walking Trail on the Ellisville campus, across from Jones Hall.
Additionally, Ellisville Mayor Lynn Buckhaults announced during the dedication ceremony that Ellisville is once again recognized as a Tree City USA, due in part to the Ellisville Garden Club’s efforts.
