Katelyn Kidd Awarded College Scholarship from Floyd County Farm Bureau - Kentucky Farm Bureau

Katelyn Kidd Awarded College Scholarship from Floyd County Farm Bureau

Saul Akers, President of Floyd County Farm Bureau, recently attended an awards ceremony at Betsy Layne High School.  During the ceremony, a scholarship was presented to Katelyn Olivia Kidd. 

Katelyn plans to attend Morehead State University to earn a degree in pre-veterinary medicine, and then continue her education at Auburn University to receive a degree in veterinary medicine. Katelyn is the daughter of John and Talila Kidd of Honaker, Kentucky. 

Congratulations to Katelyn! We wish her the best in her college pursuits!  

Saul Akers, President of Floyd County Farm Bureau, presents Katelyn Kidd with the 2021 Floyd County Farm Bureau Scholarship. 
Saul Akers, President of Floyd County Farm Bureau, speaks to attendees at an awards ceremony at Betsy Layne High School. 

 

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