MV Chamber Awards Banquet on April 18

Chamber recognized top volunteers, educators & businesses

COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE AWARD: Dr. Jack & Kris Gochenour, Wilow Park Veterinary Clinic.

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VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR: David Jones (right) accepts the Chamber Volunteer of the Year Award from 2026 Missouri Valley Chamber President, Cathy Jones.

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YOUTH VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR: Hailey Miller, Missouri Valley.

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EDUCATOR/TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Michael Dorland.

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COMMUNITY IMPACT OF THE YEAR: Washington County Bank (WCB, Missouri Valley. Shown from left: Cathy Jones, Joan Martens, Cody Carritt, Karen Thomas.

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COMMUNITY IMPACT OF THE YEAR: CHI Health of Missouri Valley. Shown from left: Becky Wohlers, Heather Fogelman, Christy Jackson, Julie Brown, Sharon Pitt, Amanda Lary, Alex Burhopp, David Jones, Connie McWilliams, Courtney Mahler.

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CHAMBER RECOGNITION: Dr. Jack Gochenour (right), Willow Lake Veterinary Clinic, was recognized as a 38 year member of the Missouri Valley Chamber of Commerce.

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CHAMBER RECOGNITION: Mari Jo Buckley (left), of MJs Flowers, was honored for 30-years as a member of the Missouri Valley Chamber of Commerce.

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RECOGNITION: Executive Chamber Director Jeanne Wortman (left) honors David Jones (right) with the Past President Plaque, as he steps down as Chamber President.

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