Marty Hendin, vice president for communications for the St. Louis Cardinals, thanks Amber Etheridge, Miss Missouri 2003, for her support of the “Party With A Purpose” sponsored by Legal Advocates for Abused Women (LAAW). Hendin will be honored for his 10 years of service as a volunteer for LAAW, which provides services for victims of domestic violence and abuse. Etheride is a victim advocate for the Victim Center of Springfield, Mo., and speaks about the subject throughout the state. File Photo: Jim Herren Photography