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Sunrise Optimist oratorical contest winners announced

The Sunrise Optimist Club of Yuma salutes three individuals who placed in the club’s annual oratorical competition.

Emily Kissel (center in photo above) won first prize of $150 and will advance to the Arizona District Oratorical contest to be held in Tucson in late April. Emme Smith (left) won second place and $75; Lucy Fields garnered third place and $50. All three young ladies are seniors at Gila Ridge High School.

Jillian Kravitz

Jillian Kravitz, a senior at Cibola High School, has been honored for her exemplary volunteer service with a President’s Volunteer Service award.

The award, which recognizes Americans of all ages who have volunteered a significant number of hours to serve their communities and their country, was granted by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program. Kravitz was nominated for national honors this fall in recognition of her volunteer service.

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards is sponsored by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP).

KATE CAMPA FUNDRAISER

WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHERE: American Legion Post 56, 1490 W. 3rd St. GOING ON: Fundraiser for Kate Campa includes grilled chicken dinner, beans, rice, macaroni salad, tortilla and salsa; funds will be used to help the family with medical, transportation expenses; desserts available for purchase; raffle drawings, 50/50 COST: $8 INFO: Steve Mercado at romurkydo@ roadrunner.com or (928) 941-9801

VILLAGE JAZZ

WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m. WHERE: Village area of Yuma Palms Regional Center GOING ON: One of the most popular groups ever at the series, San Diego’s High Society Jazz Band brings Dixieland excitement back to Yuma; bring own seating; free INFO: Go to YumaJazz.com