Congratulations to Eagle Scout Johnathan Yaron of Paden City whose entry in the Arthur M. and Berdena King Eagle Scout Essay Contest was selected as West Virginia’s entry in the 2024 National scholarship competition. He is the third winner sponsored by the Fort Henry Chapter.

John submitted an application, essay and four-generation genealogy chart.

He will receive a trophy and $100 from the WVSSAR along with an Eagle Scout medal and patch from the Fort Henry Chapter.

The national contest prizes are $10,000 for first place, $6,000 for second place and $4,000 for runner up. John is a son of Lizbeth and Thomas Yaron.

Congratulations, John!