March 29, 2024

Lions name winners of peace poster

The Newton Lions Club recently named the local winners of the International Lions Club peace poster contest. The theme this year was “Share The Peace” The contest is open to 5th graders and this year 70 students participated under the instruction of art teacher Libby O’Lear. The Newton Lions Club has sponsored this contest in Newton for the past five years. The top three posters were selected and the winners received a certificate and cash prize. The top three this year were all from Woodrow Wilson school. They are, from left, first place — Rhiannon Tratchel, second place — Laurel Schoppa, third place — Madison Price. Also pictured is Terri Ayres, Newton Lions Club Peace Poster Coordinator.