William Fleming student Ollie Howie is being recognized for his community service.
He was among the top 10% of all applicants for the Prudential Spirit of Community awards. Based on the number of volunteer hours indicated in his application he qualified for the president's volunteer service award. The award recognizes Americans of all ages to volunteered significant amounts of their time to serve their communities and their country.
He received a letter from President Obama saying in part "thank you for helping to address the most pressing needs in your community and our country."
"It's definitely a pat on the back, definitely something to say that what you've been doing is recognized and is appreciated and you should continue to do it" said Howie.
Howie is involved in multiple organizations including Student Government Association, National Honor Society, Southern Christian Leadership Conference and NAACP. He also started My Brother's Keepers Club in 2001 that helps those less fortunate.
Howie is going to Harvard in the fall where he plans on doing pre-law work before attending law school.
Federal authorities say they've raided 7-Eleven stores across Long Island and in Virginia as part of a probe into human smuggling, identity theft and money laundering.
Federal authorities say they've raided 7-Eleven stores across Long Island and in Virginia as part of a probe into human smuggling, identity theft and money laundering.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:31 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:31:33 GMT
Court records show a Carroll County substitute bus driver has been arrested and charged with DUI and reckless driving. Court papers claim Ricky Lee Phillips was on his way to pick up students from summer
Court records show a Carroll County substitute bus driver has been arrested and charged with DUI and reckless driving.
Thursday, June 6 2013 9:39 AM EDT2013-06-06 13:39:20 GMT
VMI is ready for its close up. This week, a major film called "Field of Lost Shoes" is shooting in Lexington.What began as a conversation with his business partner ultimately led screenwriter, producer,
VMI is ready for its close up. This week, a major film called "Field of Lost Shoes" is shooting in Lexington.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:36 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:36:21 GMT
Friday was a reunion that Roanoke County resident Mary Morris never thought could happen, and is certainly one she will never forget. The story starts twelve years ago when her and her husband of fifty
Friday was a reunion that Roanoke County resident Mary Morris never thought could happen, and is certainly one she will never forget. The story starts twelve years ago when her and her husband of fifty
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:54 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:54:41 GMT
An old school in our area is getting a bit of a makeover and it's all thanks to a local group of volunteers in Buena Vista who decided to step up to the plate. Reverend Bryon LePere came up with the idea
An old school in our area is getting a bit of a makeover and it's all thanks to a local group of volunteers in Buena Vista who decided to step up to the plate.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:53 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:53:10 GMT
The Internet and television are used to make art. An artist from Chicago, Jason Salavon, designed the installation for one of the Taubman Museum of Art's latest exhibits. Projections of social media,
The Internet and television are used to make art.
An artist from Chicago, Jason Salavon, designed the installation for one of the Taubman Museum of Art's latest exhibits.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:44 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:44:04 GMT
The Roanoke County Police Department has released a new video aimed at teaching local kids about calling 911. Dispatcher Beverly Orange took a big part in making the video a reality, and says it's something
The Roanoke County Police Department has released a new video aimed at teaching local kids about calling 911. Dispatcher Beverly Orange took a big part in making the video a reality, and says it's something
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:54 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:54:41 GMT
An old school in our area is getting a bit of a makeover and it's all thanks to a local group of volunteers in Buena Vista who decided to step up to the plate. Reverend Bryon LePere came up with the idea
An old school in our area is getting a bit of a makeover and it's all thanks to a local group of volunteers in Buena Vista who decided to step up to the plate.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:31 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:31:33 GMT
Court records show a Carroll County substitute bus driver has been arrested and charged with DUI and reckless driving. Court papers claim Ricky Lee Phillips was on his way to pick up students from summer
Court records show a Carroll County substitute bus driver has been arrested and charged with DUI and reckless driving.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:29 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:29:18 GMT
Accused New River Valley Mall shooter Neil MacInnis is scheduled to be in court this afternoon. MacInnis is accused of shooting two women at the New River Community College's satellite campus inside the
Accused New River Valley Mall shooter Neil MacInnis is scheduled to be in court this afternoon.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:53 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:53:24 GMT
A Flash Flood Watch is in effect until 6 p.m. Tuesday for areas along and north of Highway 460 as well as Franklin and Campbell Counties. Heavy rain fell, up to two inches, across these areas this morning
A Flash Flood Watch is in effect until 6 p.m. Tuesday. Additional heavy rain of one to two inches is possible which could lead to high water problems.
