A Salute to Everyday Heros
Erica Riggins, Bay News 9 Anchor was there to greet all the winners and their friends and family that came to the luncheon. This was the 10th year for Bay News 9 to give out this award and Outback Steakhouse has sponsored it every year. Every Monday Bill Murphy profiles a local person who is making a difference in the Bay area and beyond on “Everyday Heroes”. As you know the Bay area they cover is over 6 counties. It is a great honor that Dylan Martin, our local 16 year old racecar driver from Lakeland was one of the winners.
Dylan has raised over $10,000 in the past two years to give to the kids of C.A.R.S. Racing for a Cause. He has visited hundreds of children at the Shriners and St. Joseph’s Children Hospital where he helps them smile and to forget where they are at if for just a moment. Dylan talks to kids of all ages about the importance of wearing their seat belts, helmets and staying in school at community events and school functions. He is a very active advocate for helping numerous charities. He takes the time to walk through the grandstands to shake hands and hand out coloring sheets to the fans. Dylan Martin is not a super hero. He doesn’t wear a cap and a mask, but with his firesuit, a caring heart and a giving spirit he is making a difference.
Congratulations again Dylan Martin for being our Hero!
( Photo/Press Release Credit – Kim Scheffler)