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A number of Powhatan students have taken top honors in a local art show sponsored by the Woman’s Club of Powhatan County.

Those receiving blue ribbons went on to compete at the district level, and from there contestants proceed to the state competition.

Preston James of Powhatan High School received the People’s Choice Award on the district Level for his entry in the art contest.

Other students receiving blue ribbons included:

Anna Stewart of Powhatan Elementary received Best in Show

Justin Stoner, Powhatan Elementary

Trevor O’Brien, Pocahontas Elementary

Madison Haden, Pocahontas Elementary

Brennen Kunka, Powhatan Junior High

Blue Ribbon in Writing:
Caileigh Dintino, Poetry, “Overflowing Thoughts,” Powhatan Elementary

Kristen Tambellini, Short Story, “The Fire Animals,” Powhatan Elementary

Blue Ribbon winners in art from Blessed Sacrament Huguenot:
Kailee Gregg, Blessed Sacrament Huguenot

Erin Barney, Blessed Sacrament Huguenot

Kristina Rogers, Blessed Sacrament Huguenot

Blue Ribbon in Needlework
Merci Kessler, Woman’s Club of Powhatan