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Arlene Alter, 51
Vero Beach, Fla.
Community rebuilding, St. Bernard Project
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Treaudo watched Alter work, day after day, to rebuild his home that Katrina had ravaged. Alter experienced firsthand Treaudo's deep appreciation for her efforts. In the intersection, a friendship was born.
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