Locals honored with the Heart of 31 Award

Locals honored with the Heart of 31 Award

STATEHOUSE — State Rep. Lori Goss-Reaves (R-Marion) recently recognized two recipients of her newly launched Heart of 31 Award, which celebrates outstanding individuals in House District 31 who go above and beyond to serve others.

Girl Scouts award outstanding volunteers

Submitted PhotoVOLUNTEER AWARD — Woodlawn resident Gretel Pierpoint, CENTER, was one of three volunteers to recently be honored at the Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois Second Annual Recognition of Excellence ceremony. She received the Sustained Service Award. Also pictured, FROM LEFT, are Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois (GSofSI) Board Chair Linda Manley and GSofSI CEO Loretta Graham. Three area residents recognized for excellence   By TRAVIS MO…