Edmonds volunteer extraordinaire Laura Spehar graciously accepted her award Thursday as the 2011 Citizen of the Year, an annual recognition sponsored by the Edmonds Kiwanis Club. But the woman who is known around town for her work with at least 25 different organizations immediately turned the spotlight elsewhere. “I’m honored,” Spehar said during the presentation…
Congratulations to Edmonds resident and My Edmonds News “Environmental Advocate” columnist Laura Spehar, who has been chosen by the Edmonds Kiwanis Club as Edmonds’ Citizen of the Year for 2011. Spehar, who was nominated by Bonnie Mott, will be honored at the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce luncheon meeting today at the Edmonds Yacht Club. Here’s…
The National Wildlife Federation has presented Edmonds resident Laura Spehar, leader of the Edmonds Certified Community Wildlife Habitat Team, with its Conservation Service Award. The award, presented Feb. 5 at the Woodland Park Zoo, recognizes Spehar’s efforts as an exceptional community member and volunteer. “The energy, enthusiasm and commitment that Laura brings to our conservation…
