Community Q&A 3/6/03

Name: Ryan McClard

Lives in: Jackson

Family: I'm married to Laura McClard.

Job: I'm a mortgage lender for Mid-America Mortgage Services in Jackson.

What do you like most about the area? Small town conservative values and our tight-knit community feeling.

Favorite food: Prime rib.

Favorite TV show: The original C.S.I.

Best advice: Step out of your comfort zone. I guarantee you will surprise yourself with your new-found ability.

Person you most admire: President George W. Bush

What would you do if you won the lottery? Invest for retirement.

Pet Peeve: Taxes

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