Clay-Union Electric Corporation recognizes local student at ‘Scholar of the Week’ event

Gayville-Volin High School is pleased to announce Luke Buffington, son of Larry and Cheri Buffington, as Touchstone Energy Cooperative's Scholar of the Week. Luke was recognized at Gayville-Volin High School, and presented with a cash award.

Mike Kjose (left), Clay-Union Electric member service director, presents Luke Buffington (center) with a Scholar of the Week check. Also present was Natalie Selchert, Gayville/Volin High Guidance (right) who nominated Luke for the award. (Submitted photo)

Clay-Union Electric Corporation salutes Luke and all students who set an example of hard work and high academic standards. Luke will be featured on KSFY during the 6 p.m. news on Thursday, March 15, and again on the KSFY morning news on Friday, March 16 between 6a.m. and 7a.m.

Clay-Union Electric Corporation, is a part of Touchstone Energy Cooperatives, and provides electric power in South Dakota to Clay, Yankton and Union counties. Touchstone Energy Cooperatives are local, active members of their communities, dedicated to building our communities and improving our way of life.

There are 626 Touchstone Energy Cooperatives in 45 states deliver electric power and energy solutions to more than 22 million customers every day. They serve commercial, industrial, agricultural and residential customers with integrity, accountability, innovation and commitment to community.

Nominations for the award were submitted by area school principals and faculty, whose selections were based on excellence in the classroom and service in the community.