Students, teachers and staff honored at Lincoln County board meeting
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The board recognized student achievements (including a state-level cross-country qualifier), athletic teams, teacher and support-staff of the month, and a retired educator for long service to schools in Lincoln County.
The Lincoln County school board devoted a portion of its meeting to recognizing students and staff across the district.
Landry Stubblefield, student body secretary at Unity, described the student council's work monitoring K–2 students at breakfast, supporting back-to-school night and organizing spirit events. Ella Edwards, vice president, and Audrey Roselle, student body president, outlined upcoming student activities including a trip to Donaldson Nursing Home, a hot‑chocolate sale and a Lions Color Run to raise funds for school spirit events.
Mister Bryant and other presenters recognized Trevor Murphy, a junior at Lincoln County High School, for advancing to the state cross‑country meet and recording a personal best of 17:26. Blanche's volleyball team and multiple academic achievers were also named. Bridget Jones recognized Misty Fitzgerald, a general‑education assistant at Unity, for 15 years of service; Hannah Posey recognized Amy Bates as teacher of the month for South Lincoln; Christy Wright presented Jonah Owens Lee for recognition at Lincoln Central Academy; and the board honored retired teacher Carol Brown for a 48‑year career largely at Highland Rim.
Speakers emphasized community support for athletics, drama and academic programs. No formal board actions were associated with recognitions beyond presentations and photo opportunities.