Elks honor Eagle Scout…Van Wert Lodge No. 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks recently recognized Xavier Tyas for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. He was presented a letter of commendation and a special citation from Bryon F. Klatt, Grand Exalted Ruler/National President of the Elks. For his Eagle Scout project, Tyas built and installed a book box and a Food Pantry Box at Union Center. Pictured from left to right are Greg Amstutz, Black Swamp Council Representative, Eagle Scout Xavier Tyas and Michael C. Stanley, Lodge Scouting Liaison.