Washougal High School students Victor Slavic, Sam Sharp, Darci Akers, and Janelle Kovacs received honors for their essays about democracy by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Ladies Auxiliary. The Voice of Democracy essay contest is a nationwide, annual event sponsored by the VFW and Ladies Auxiliary. This year’s theme was “Does my generation have a role in Ameri
ca’s future.” Victor received the 1st place award, Sam received 2nd place, and Darci and Janelle received Honorable Mentions.