Leland VFW Post Recognition Night

Leland VFW Post 12196 held their annual recognition night at their May meeting. Each year the VFW recognizes students who participate in the Patriot Pen and Voice of Democracy contests, Teacher of the Year and Safety Officer of the Year. Additionally, the Post recognizes individuals and businesses that have given service to support our community and veterans.

This year the Post is happy to announce the following receipts of these awards and recognitions:

Avery Phillips-8^th Grade Classical Charter School

Keiran Daniels- 8^th Grade Leland Middle School

  Laura Askue-Teacher of the Year- BC Early College High School

   James Lancaster-Battalion Chief Leland Fire and Rescue

Eric Terashima for his work in bringing Afghan refugees to America

Veronica Carter for her tireless efforts to make our community a better place to live and for her support of veterans

Kelly Lachey-Event Manager at Blossoms Restaurant for her tremendous support of civic and veterans’ groups in Leland

Frank Stritter- Historian for his support to Post 12196 events. (not pictured)

Piggly Wiggly- for their unwavering support of veterans and local organizations.

 Seashore Car Wash- for their unwavering support of veterans and local organizations.