Mary Micou, second from left, is honored at Saturday’s 12th Gateway to the Delta Festival as the 2023 “CARE Hometown Hero.” Charleston Mayor Sedrick Smith, left, presents Micou with a ceremonial key to the city while CARE volunteer Ray Clolinger, third from left, holds a certificate awarded to Micou by the local camp of the Modern Woodmen of America. At right, Charleston Arts and Revitalization Effort Executive Director Dana Clolinger looks on. (Photo by Clay McFerrin)
It shouldn’t take you very long to figure out who this year’s Hometown Hero is. She has been involved with CARE for many years now, being one of its founding members and serving as president.
And while most of you Charlestonians have gained knowledge from her tutelage, even us transplants are well acquainted with her and respect her.
