Elks honor Eagle Scout…

Van Wert Lodge No. 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks recently recognized Xavier Tyler for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Xavier is a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 35, sponsored by the Presbyterian Church in Van Wert. Tyler attended Vantage Career Center and graduated this spring from Van Wert High School. He was presented a letter of commendation and a special citation from Bryon F. Klatt, Grand Exalted Ruler/National President of the Elks. For Tyler’s Eagle Scout project, he built and installed a book box and a Food Pantry Box at Union Center. Pictured from left to right are Greg Amstutz, Black Swamp Council Representative, Eagle Scout Xavier Tyler and Michael C. Stanley, Lodge Scouting Liaison. Photo submitted