Scholarship Winners Announced
Published on June 11, 2007 under Midwest League (MWL1) News Release
SPOKANE, WA - F&M Bank and the Spokane Indians announced today the winners of their college scholarships for this year. Katie Matthews (West Valley High School), Rachel Wagley (Shadle Park High School), Jie Jiao (Central Valley High School), Alicia Wheeler (Rogers High School), and Shawn Hennessey (Liberty High School)will all receive $500 towards their college tuition.
"The scholarship recipients this year are among the brightest and the best in our community and we feel blessed that through our partnership with the Indians we are able to help them achieve their education and their dreams," said John Wagner, of F&M Bank.
These awards are based on achievement in four areas: scholarship, leadership, character and community involvement. The scholarships were open to any student who attends a high school in Spokane County.
"The selection process was tough since there were so many good applicants," said Andy Billig, President of the Spokane Indians. "We feel that we've picked some very special kids here, and are happy to be helping them go to college."
The scholarship winners and their families will be hosted at the Spokane Indians game on June 21st and honored for their achievement during a pre-game ceremony.
Spokane kicks off it's 2007 season with Opening Night Fireworks & AAA Magnet Schedule Giveaway on June 19th at 6:30 p.m., sponsored by Les Schwab Tires, KREM 2-TV and Cat Country 94. Tickets are on sale now, for more information call the Spokane Indians ticket office at (509) 535-2922 or visit www.spokaneindiansbaseball.com. Make it an Indians Summer!
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