Students received accolades, scholarships at area event

At right, Verndale Students of Character Calvin Brooks and Mazie Hopp.

Area students and their families gathered to share stories of adversity and determination at the 2024 Students of Character Celebration held on April 17 at Madden’s on Gull Lake.

Forty-five juniors and seniors from high schools throughout the area—including Cass, Crow Wing, Morrison, Todd, and Wadena counties—were honored at a special event recognizing students for their quiet leadership, perseverance, and dedication to their community, school, and fellow students.

Each honoree was selected by staff from their school and presented with a $750 scholarship, made possible by business and community donations....

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