Veterans of Foreign Affairs (VFW) Post 7800 Commander Donald Cockram presented certificates and monetary awards to students who participated in the VFW scholarship essay writing contest.
Voice of Democracy essay contest winner Maria Turner, a senior at Patrick County High School (left) with Donald Cockram.
Patriot’s Pen essay contest winner Kayleigh Smith, a 7th grader at Blue Ridge Elementary School (left) with Donald Cockram.
Patriot’s Pen essay contest winner Hannah Phillips, a 7th grader at Meadows of Dan Elementary School (left) with Donald Cockram.
More than 40 VFW members and family members attended the event.
