They are the people who go that extra mile to help others.
They are the unsung heroes of our region.
They are the people who do the right thing simply because it’s the right thing to do.
They are our 2021 Community Stars.
This year’s 10 honorees have been selected, and when they are recognized during the annual dinner that is scheduled for 6 p.m. Oct. 28 at Froehlich’s Classic Corner, they will be following in the footsteps of the more than 200 Stars who have been named since the program was started in 1998.
This year’s honorees include:
• Steve Forte of Wintersville.
• Jon Greiner of Toronto.
• Dennis Jones of Weirton.
• Flora VerStraten-Merrin of Richmond.
• Kathleen Cass Michael of Brilliant.
• Holly Pate of Steubenville.
• Mattie Patterson of Steubenville.
• Chuck Svokas of Weirton.
• Bobby Westfall of Mingo Junction.
• Brian Wilson of Steubenville.
Main Street Bank is the presenting sponsor of the event, with support being provided by M&M True Value Hardware. During the dinner, each honoree will receive an award and a gift certificate from M&M Hardware. Scott Campbell, owner of the store at 4148 Sunset Blvd., added he will make a donation in each star’s name to a charity of that person’s choice.
Tickets purchased using this online form can be picked up at the Herald-Star offices prior to the presentation during normal business hours or may be picked up at the will call desk right before the presentation.