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On October 1st, a merger began. No there was no hostile takeover and people did not get rich overnight. What I am referring to is one of the mergers within the Girl Scouts of the USA organization. All across America this much beloved organization is going through historic a reorganization. This move is in response to the ever changing world in which we live and the dedication of the Girl Scouts of the USA to meet those challenges.

In east Tennessee, the Tanasi Council, Girl Scouts of Moccasin Bend Council, and the Girl Scouts of Appalachian Council are joining together. This will create a high capacity council serving nearly 50 counties. The combination of volunteers and staffing resources will enable the new council to increase the number of programs and events for the girls. The nearly 20% growth of Girl Scout membership in 2007 and 2008 has allowed for more opportunity for young girls to reap the benefits scouting represents.

This merger should be complete in October of 2009. For more information on the Girl Scouts of the USA, click HERE .