The Cumberland County Soil and Water Conservation District held its annual awards banquet last night at the community complex.

Jeff Dodson was presented with a plaque honoring him as the 2023 Outstanding Conservation Farmer in Cumberland County.

Dodson operates his farm in the Pleasant Hill community.

Keith Cole commented on the accomplishments of Dodson before the presentation of the award:

Dodson gave a brief comment after receiving the honor:

Several students were honored at the banquet.

2023 Holder-Bush Memorial Scholarship winners (each received a $300 scholarship)

Sophie Helton, Abbigail Miller, Maggie Miller, and Kallie Hale

Cumberland County Soil and Water Conservation District Stewardship Poster Contest winners

1^ST PLACE WINNERS (received $20 each. These posters will be submitted to the state competition)

10^th – 12^th grade – Heidi Melton

7^th – 9^th grade – Abbey Hazelton

4^th – 6^th grade – Elisha Neal

2^nd – 3^rd grade – Lily Dowlen

K-1^st grade – Cade Coffey

2^nd PLACE WINNERS (received $15 each)

10^th – 12^th grade – Nick Osmun

7^th – 9^th grade – Elliana Peterson

4^th – 6^th grade – Alissa Quatman

2^nd – 3^rd grade – Marley Brannon

K-1^st grade – Benjamin Hallberg