DAR Citizens of Year

The Hempstead County selections for Daughters of the American Revolution, John Cain Chapter, Citizens of the Year were introduced Thursday. Left to right are Claire Chambless, Spring Hill High School; Rayleigh Hart, Garrett Memorial Christian School; and, Elizabeth Bamber, Hope High School. All three are senior students, and intend to continue their studies in college after graduation, Chambless in nursing; Hart in accounting/finance; and, Bamber in veterinary technology. Bamber was also named Thursday as the recipient of the HHS Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Cadet of the Year, to be awarded May 9. – Ken McLemore/Hope Public Schools