In The Spotlight
• Jason Wilde placed first in computer applications and seventh in science - biology at the state UIL competition in Austin. He brought home the gold medal in computer applications with a near perfect paper, according to sponsor Reta Bell. Jason is the son of Leroy and Jeanie Wilde, and a senior at Garden City High School.
• M’Lynn Niehues won a bronze medal, placing third in the 400 meter race with a time of 1:00.99, at the state UIL track and field competition. M’Lynn, a junior, is the daughter of Cary and Rene Niehues.
• Several local women recently completed programs at Howard College in Big Spring. Darla Batla and Martha Johnson received Associate Degrees in Applied Science, Nursing. Denice Batla and Jamie Bradford received Associate Degrees in Applied Science, Dental Hygiene. Dana Henrichs and Maria Perez completed certificate programs.
• The team of Jill Hoelscher, Ryan Batla, Keith Batla and Drew Plagens won first place in livestock judging at the district roundup in Odessa. The team will represent Glasscock County and District 6 at the state roundup June 15.