North Carolina Representative Chris Whitmire visited Tryon Estates on March 8, 2013 to view the newly renovated Memorial Garden. Discussions were held with Rep Whitmire on a number of topics by Rev. Ralph Kuether, Chaplain; Nancy McKinstry, Executive Director; and Al Hart, planning officer for future improvements. This was the first visit by Rep. Whitmire and his assistant to the Tryon Estates Retirement-Life Community. Pictured below, from left to right are: Janet Crain, Legislative Assistant; Nancy Mc Kinstry, Executive Director at Tryon Estates; Rev. Ralph Kuether, Chaplain at Tryon Estates; and NC Representative Chris Whitmire. (photo submitted by Al Hart)