Jack J. Thomas and Glenda Smith are celebrating 50 years of marriage. They were married June 19, 1960 in Danville, Ill.

They currently reside in Niles. They are both graduates of Eastern Illinois University and Central Michigan University and spent their careers in education.

Their children are Penny (Rex) Sanders and grandchildren John Jack and Joshua; Russel (Sharon) Thomas and grandchildren Beau and Emmalee.

A family trip to Pigeon Forge is planned for August.