Christian County students awarded Farm Bureau scholarships
Louisville, KY (July 6, 2018) – Chloe Holloway, James King, Makenzie Shaw, and Victoria Sims, all seniors in Christian County, are each the recipient of a $2,000 college scholarship from Christian County 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.
Chloe Holloway plans to attend Hopkinsville Community College to pursue a degree in community & leadership development. Holloway is the daughter of Anthony and Sherry Holloway of Gracey, KY.
James King plans to attend the University of Kentucky to pursue a degree in agriculture business. He is the son of Kelly King of Hopkinsville, KY.
Makenzie Shaw will attend Campbellsville University to pursue a degree in a health profession. Shaw is the daughter of Carl Shaw and Lisa and Eric Lacy of Hopkinsville, KY.
Victoria Sims is heading to the University of Louisville. Sims is the daughter of David and Laura Sims of Hopkinsville, 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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