Caldwell County students awarded Farm Bureau scholarships
Louisville, KY (July 6, 2018) – Hannah York and Taely Beth Freeman, both seniors at Caldwell County High School, are the recipients of college scholarships from Kentucky Farm Bureau. In partnership with County Farm Bureaus, the Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation awarded $465,400 this year to deserving students from across the Commonwealth.
Hannah York was awarded a $1,000 scholarship from Caldwell County Farm Bureau. After graduating from high school, York plans to attend Murray State University to earn a degree in agriculture business. York is the daughter of Wes and Nikel York of Princeton, KY.
Taely Freeman received a $2,000 scholarship from Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance Companies. After completing high school, Freeman is heading to the University of Kentucky to pursue a degree in architecture. Freeman is the daughter of Brad and Cassie Vivrette of Princeton, KY.
Farm Bureau scholarships, offered annually, are awarded to recipients who display the greatest levels of academic excellence, involvement in extracurricular activities, leadership abilities and financial need.
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