11/06/09 - Madison County
A fallen Jackson police officer
was recognized Friday for his service to the city.
Sergeant Andy Bailey was
recognized with Union University's Distinguished Service
Award. Bailey, who was a 1976 graduate of Union, was killed
in the line of duty five years ago. His daughter, Brooke
accepted the award on behalf of the family. She said she is
thankful that the community still remembers her father.
"It still brings so many emotions for me and my family, said Brooke Bailey\, daughter of Andy. "I'm just so grateful for the Jackson community."
Also recognized during
the ceremony, Union math professor Don Richard, who received
the Distinguished Faculty-Staff Award. Also, members of the
Class of 1960 were recognized, as they are celebrating
their 50th class reunion this weekend.