WHEATLAND — The Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary of Wheatland awarded its first scholarship for a graduating student of Platte County School District No. 1. Meagan VanBuskirk, of Glendo, was awarded the $500 scholarship at the auxiliary’s joint installation of new officers May 11.
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WHEATLAND — The Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary of Wheatland awarded its first scholarship for a graduating student of Platte County School District No. 1. Meagan VanBuskirk, of Glendo, was awarded the $500 scholarship at the auxiliary’s joint installation of new officers May 11.
The award decision was difficult; the auxiliary received quite a few applications. VanBuskirk was chosen for many reasons. The auxiliary hopes to continue offering scholarships to local graduating seniors in the future.
The next event the auxiliary sponsors is the Patriotic Business Window decorating contest. Wheatland isn’t very busy for the 4th of July other than the fireworks display that is sponsored by the Wheatland Volunteer Fire Department. The VFW Auxiliary urges businesses to show their patriotism by decorating their store front windows with a patriotic theme.
This will include all businesses in Wheatland. The business may decorate however they choose — paint the windows, patriotic display in the windowsill, patriotic pictures, etc. The auxiliary encourages businesses to participate to show how important it is for residents and travelers alike to show their patriotism on this national patriotic holiday. The VFW Auxiliary is always spreading the word about patriotism, flag etiquette and supporting veterans and their families for all of the sacrifices they have made.