United Way of Randolph County President Dottie Wamsley and Executive Director Bonnie Phares released the results of its 2008 auction at the monthly board of directors meeting on Sept. 25. Receipts from the event, according to Wamsley and Phares, totaled $22,146.75, as compared with last year’s proceeds of $19,479.11. “We did very well considering the rising cost of living due to the increases in fuel,” Phares said. “The generosity of the citizens in our community and their concern for those less fortunate than they was visible beyond question during the auction.” Fundraising Chairman Gary Clay voiced his concerns for this year’s campaign saying, “I think this year’s fundraising campaign will be tough because of the rising cost of living and a reduction in the number of employees at one of our major contributors.” He extended his hopes that contributors will do all they can to help meet this year’s goal.