To the Editor:

We would like to commend Jackie and Todd, owners and operators of the Silver Spur Restaurant, and their employees for their energy and investment in creating a beautiful light show on Dec. 16, visible from the intersection of Highways 395 and 26 in Mt. Vernon.

The wonderful display was accompanied by a fire pit and two warming stations, hot chocolate and cider, candies and cookies and a lively Santa Claus for the kids (and young at heart!). The Grinch was also in attendance but was unable to steal the Christmas spirit displayed by all in attendance.

We are proud and heartened by the actions of the owners of this business. Their business was the bright spot for traffic coming and going. We wish them a very merry Christmas and a successful, happy new year. We Spur regulars love the owners and employees, the great food and the many conversations and good times enjoyed at our Silver Spur meeting place.

Ken and Marlou Delano

LaDawn and Charlie Fronapel

Mt. Vernon