Jackson County Farm Bureau Recognized with Top Honors in KFB's Safety Challenge Awards Competition

Louisville, KY (December 1, 2017) – Jackson County Farm Bureau won top honors for its region of the state in the 2017 Safety Challenge Awards competition during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Louisville. The award was given to Jackson County Farm Bureau for hosting a progressive safety day, educating nearly 200 children on accident prevention and the safe operation of ATVs (all-terrain vehicles).

*Phyllis Purvis (center)* received a plaque commemorating Jackson County Farm Bureau’s 2017 Safety Challenge award from B. Todd Bright, KFB’s Director, Communication Division (left), and David S. Beck, KFB Executive Vice President (right).

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