Council Elects New President, Awards Silver Beavers at Annual Business Meeting

New Council President Kyle Smith

Yocona Area Council held its Annual Business Meeting and Volunteer Recognition Banquet on December 11, 2012 at the First United Methodist Church in Tupelo.  Kyle Smith, former Tallahatchie District Chairman, was elected as Council President.  Kyle is the CFO and Trust Officer of the People's Bank in Ripley.  Kyle has been involved with the council for many years and brings a cheerful optimism to the position.

Also on the agenda was the approval of district and council commissioners.  Johnny Price of Oxford retained his position as Council Commissioner while Ty Robinson, Scott Kirkland, Rob Freeman and Rick Robinson were elected District Commissioners of their respective districts.

John Fulwider recieves the Medal of Merit

One of the highlights of the evening was the awarding of the Medal of Merit to Eagle Scout John Fulwider of Troop 499 in Fulton.  John saved a classmate from choking by performing the Heimlich maneuver and for his efforts was awarded the Medal of Merit by the National Court of Honor. Congratulations, John...we are so proud of you!

Finally, the Council awarded the prestigious Silver Beaver to four Council Scouters.  Among those honored were Mark Lovil, Johnny Price, Debbie Dabbs and Joe Harris.  Many Silver Beaver recipients were on hand to witness the presentation.

Silver Beaver Recipients from L-R, Debbie Dabbs, Johnny Price,
Mark Lovil and Joe Harris