A Taylorville FFA leader has been nominated and given a $500 check for the Golden Owl program. Taylorville FFA Advisor Sue Schafer was selected among 4 other Illinois finalists out of 96 qualifiers. FFA State Secretary Jordi Oliver praised Schafer.

Rod Stoll, who is with Farm Credit Illinois also praised Schafer, saying that agriculture is an integral part to the future of Illinois. 

Stoll also read some of the nominations that talked about the hard work Schafer gave to the students and citizens of Taylorville.

Schafer, who was taken by surprise by the nomination, says that it is an honor.

The winner of the Golden Owl Award will be announced from the 5 finalists in June of 2021. We here at Regional Radio News, salute you Sue Schafer!