On Saturday, Nov. 18, Barky Pines Animal Rescue & Sanctuary and the Indian Trail Improvement District held a ceremony celebrating the eighth anniversary of Downers Dog Park in The Acreage. The ceremony included a tree planting in reminiscence of former ITID Supervisor Michelle Damone, who handed away from most cancers earlier this yr. Damone performed an essential position in opening the canine park. Some canine homeowners that adopted from Barky Pines got here by for some enjoyable. The dogs obtained to color with their paws. Learn extra about Barky Pines at www.barkypinesanimalrescue.com. PHOTO BY ERIN DAVISSON