Local FFA chapters wrapped up a week of celebrating National FFA Week with a visit to the KILJ studios, where members from Mount Pleasant, Fort Madison, and Central Lee gathered to draw the winner of a Bush Hog mower raffle. The mower was donated by Armstrong Tractor in Donnellson, with proceeds from ticket sales supporting chapter activities and educational opportunities.
Each chapter plans to use the funds raised in different ways, including helping cover travel expenses for leadership trips, conferences, and competitions. The Mount Pleasant FFA Chapter will direct its share toward their greenhouse, supporting hands-on learning and expanding opportunities for students in plant science and horticulture.
The winner of the Bush Hog mower was Gabe Van Ausdall, whose ticket was sold by the Central Lee FFA Chapter.
Students present for the drawing included Aubrey Weber, President of Central Lee; Avery Peterson, Central Lee member; Adelyn Lampe, Treasurer of Fort Madison; Finley Johnson, Secretary of Fort Madison; Hannah Kirchner, Fort Madison member and Jacie Campbell Mount Pleasant President. Their participation highlighted the collaboration between local chapters and the shared goal of strengthening agricultural education and leadership opportunities for area students.