Eight local people will be honored for their dedication and service at the Rotary Club of Michigan City's annual Service Above Self Awards on Thursday, Nov. 5.
This year's recipients are Ashley Zahrt, MCAS Educator of the Year; Corporal Sophia Williams, MCHS JROTC Cadet of the Year; Detective Tempest Miller, MCPD Police Officer of the Year; Sgt. Sarah Boylan, Correctional Officer of the Year; Gabrielle Winslett, Department of Child Services Worker of the Year; Tyler Kreighbaum, MCFD Firefighter of the Year; Hannah Abbott, Emergency Medical Services Technician of the Year; and Kylie Moore, Public Safety Telecommunicator of the Year.
The club said the recipients were selected for their commitment to public service and leadership, and for reflecting Rotary's motto, "Service Above Self." The awards highlight first responders, educators and student leaders.
The awards breakfast is open to the public and will take place at 8 a.m. on Nov. 5 at the Elston Building, with parking in the Holdcraft Theatre lot off Pine Street. Doors open at 8 a.m., the program begins at 8:30 a.m., breakfast will be served, and a $15 donation per person is encouraged.
"Whether they are mentoring youth, protecting the public, or serving in emergency situations, each recipient reflects the true spirit of service that Rotary strives to promote," said Marty Corley, chair of the club's award committee.
The awards are sponsored by Highstreet Insurance & Financial Services. The Rotary Club of Michigan City meets weekly on Thursdays at noon at The Salvation Army.
