Congratulations to

Misty Blanton

in Balsam, NC for winning the Mountain Basket!

Pictured above is NCECA's 2009 Mountain Raffle Basket. Accepting the basket for the winner, Misty Blanton from Balsam, NC is Cheyenne Johnson (left). Mrs. Johnson, a parent of three year old Garrett , sold the winning ticket. Holding the basket is Judi Whatley, (center) Director from Webster Early Education and Preschool. Also pictured is Ellen Queen (right) classroom teacher. The center encouraged parents to help them with the fundraising event and Mrs. Johnson took tickets to her work at a local bank where her friend Misty, bought the winning ticket.