JONESBORO — Southern Crescent Habitat for Humanity joined the world in mourning the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and joins observances around the world to remember his life of service.
He and Rosalynn Carter served as Habitat for Humanity’s most famous volunteers more the 35 years they helped to build affordable housing with the organization.
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