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The Bitner-Bechdel Beech Creek American Legion Post 623 recently presented eight wives with The Military Spouse Award. The ceremony, held May 19, saw eight veterans’ wives receive the honor. Pictured, from left, are Malcolm Dorman and spouse Geneva; Larry Traux and spouse Helen; Steve Kowatch and spouse Amy; Gary Cox and spouse Diane; Jeff Brungard and spouse Wendy; George Smith and spouse Lisa Yearick; Todd Miller and spouse Sharon; and Kirby Hills and spouse Colleen.