A celebration of exceptional service
Joseph "Vic" Parrish gives Commander Jim Culpepper a handshake and a pat on the shoulder Saturday evening as Parrish receives the Legionnaire of the Year award during Post Falls American Legion Post 143's annual first responder and volunteer awards banquet, held at the Post.
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American Legion Post 143 Auxiliary Volunteer of the Year Paula Schloesser places her hands on her face Saturday evening as she is caught by surprise when Auxiliary President Marilyn Shay, center, and kitchen manager Corky Thomas honor her with the award.
Post Falls American Legion Volunteer of the Year Mike Jost is congratulated by his many loved ones Saturday night after receiving his award. From left: Mathew Bennett, Cindy Engle, Carmon Bennett, Jost and Lori Steckman.
Scott Oliver beams a bright smile Saturday night as he is named Kootenai County Fire and Rescue's Firefighter of the Year.
POST FALLS — It was an evening of surprise and celebration as the Post Falls American Legion Steven H. Nipp Post 143 honored the community's finest.
Volunteers, firefighters, paramedics, deputies and more were lifted for their dedicated service and selfless sacrifice during a Saturday evening banquet at the Post Falls Legion. The event was attended by nearly 100 guests.
Judge Advocate Joseph "Vic" Parrish received a standing ovation as he was recognized as the Legionnaire of the Year.
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