by Dennis Dalman
editor@thenewsleaders.com
The Sartell Area Chamber of Commerce bestowed four prestigious awards during its annual honors banquet on Nov. 17 at Blackberry Ridge Golf Course and Event Center, which was given Business of the Year honors that night.
Sonja Babich, director of sales and marketing for Blackberry Ridge, hosted the well-attended banquet. Sartell Mayor Sarah Jane Nicoll announced and presented the four awards.
“If you are here tonight, it’s because you care about our community, our businesses, our stability, our students and our future,” Nicoll told the audience. “We are truly blessed to live in a community where neighbors give so generously of their time and talent to make a difference in the lives of others. Tonight, we are recognizing individuals and companies who have exemplified abundant character, integrity and community engagement.”
Those honored at the banquet were the following:
- Business of the Year for 2016: Blackberry Ridge Golf Course and Event Center.
- Citizens of the Year: Randy and Tami Kruzel.
- Senior Volunteer Citizens of the Year: Roger and Jan Farley.
- Youth Volunteer of the Year: Logan Payne.
