Last Friday, Dec 30, the Webster county courthouse was packed, but it was not for the trial of the century. Instead, it was actually a day of celebration.
Kicking off the day of celebrations was a swearing-in ceremony for Webster county officials. Webster County Sheriff Roye Cole welcomed the crowd with a few words about the importance of the swearing-in ceremony. Austin Graybill, Assessor for Webster County, then introduced the honoree officials.
The honorees were as follows:
Stacy Atkison - Recorder of Deeds
Benjamin J. Berkstresser - Prosecuting Attorney
Justin M. Evans - Associate Circuit Judge
Todd Hungerford - Treasurer
Paul Ipock - Presiding Commissioner
Chuck Replogle - Associate Circuit Judge
Stephanie Vestal - Circuit Clerk
Stanley D. Whitehurst - County Clerk
After the officials were sworn in, Danielle Boggs, Public Administrator, gave a speech that included some encouragement and advice. These words reminded citizens, and officials that the duties performed were public service, not perfect service. Everyone is human, and these officials make the best decisions based on what information they have available to them.
The last part of the ceremony included recognition for their years of public service presented by Presiding Commissioner Paul Ipock. The recipients of the awards include the following:
Randy Owens - Five years of service
Jerry Austin - Five years of service
Andrew Muncy - Five years of service
Aaron Cantrell - Five years of service
Jerry Edwards - Five years of service
Dale Fraker - Five years of service
Austin Graybill - Five years of service
Casey Jones - Five years of service
Kevin McCown - Five years of service
Benda Welch - 15 years of service
Scott Miller - 15 years of service
Dorisel Bennett - 20 years of service
"It's a bit cliché, but it is an honor to be part of this," tells Judge Justin Evans after being one of the officials sworn into office.
All the officials started their new terms on Jan 1 of this year, 2023. As the new year begins, it brings new opportunities and challenges. Still, these officials will do their very best for Webster County.
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