He's a little uncomfortable about all the attention he's getting since he appeared before the council and would rather everyone focus on the needs of the city instead. Folks in Royal City learned a long time ago that the best way to thank a kind neighbor like Christensen is quietly. The farmer won't let his name be used for publicity. He doesn't do things for recognition. He's done so much for so many people.
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Copyright 1998 Tri-City Herald. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Before TV news cameras and reporters, Bill Eikenbary of Sunnyside led the city council and about 30 residents in a prayer giving thanks to God. Eikenbary, an officer and chaplain with the city's police department, asked that God's wisdom be granted to the council members as they made their decisions Tuesday night.