Citizens honored at Banquet

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March 5, 2025

With a Masquerade- themed event last Saturday, the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce celebrated the accomplishments of 2024, and named several award winners and businesses for their contributions.

Board President Lyle Stogner was emcee for the evening. Executive Director Genny Mooney assisted and helped present awards along with Outgoing President Ashley Morris.

Dinner was provided by Mona’s Restaurant and desserts were by The Shack 2.0. Lots of items were up for grabs.

The following awards were presented:

• Outgoing President – Ashley Morris

• Outgoing Directors

• Henryetta Hero Award – Dillon Padgett

• Trailblazer Award – Amber Mordecai

• Henryetta Free-Lance Presentation of Henryettan of the Year – Dr. Susan Graham

• John Wayne Award – Jill & Jackie Francis

• Roy Madden Top Hand Award – TJ Mordecai

• Henryetta New Business of the Year – Beth Arabah Book Store

• Henryetta Business of the Year – 3 Bears, Phillip Agee, owner

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