Exalted Ruler Rader Dod presented the Lodge Awards for the 2025-2026 Elk year. Congratulations to all the recipients.
Certificate of Honor to Eric Obaugh for his commitment to fly the largest American Flags in Staunton. The largest one can be seen by thousands of people a day driving on Interstate 81. It measures 30’x60′ and flies at 150′ feet above the ground. Thanks Eric for your patriotism.
Certificate of Honor to Lodge Tyler Joe Mader for his care and commitment to the flag flying above our lodge. Joe makes sure our flag doesn’t look worn, and lowers it to half mast when required. Joe is a Lifetime member of 32 years. Thanks Joe for all you do for the lodge.
Citizen of the Year was presented to Tonya Diggs, Manager of Food Lion in Staunton. Tonya has helped us with our Christmas Baskets for years. We couldn’t do what we do with our her. Thanks for all you do for us.
Officer of the year is Leading Knight Donnie Eckert. Donnie has been a member of Staunton Lodge for 8 years. Donnie chairs are Veterans Committee. Donnie has great commitment to our Veterans and organizes our Veterans Parade and Guest Speakers. Thanks Donnie for being so Awesome!
Drum Roll Please….The Elk of the Year is Robbie Miller. Robbie has not only been our House Committee Chair for 9 years, but instrumental in keeping our Lodge one of the best run Lodges in the Commonwealth. He is an amazing Father, Husband (Katie might think differently), Coach, Outdoorsman, Committed to his friends, and, well, would do just about anything for you. We all love ya, and appreciate you Buzz. Well deserved again. Lol.
