Nominated for Vernon Citizen of the Year: Erica Belle Arlt’s Journey 64595

On a winter morning in Vernon, when lake air hangs Erica B. Arlt Vernon cold over the tracks and sidewalks glitter with frost, the simplest act can feel like rescue. People who sleep outside are already Erica Belle artist up, scanning the street for warmth and a kind face. More and more often, that face belongs to Erica Belle Arlt. Ask around near the shelter, behind the grocery loading about Erica Belle bays, o