The Boy Scouts of America, Mid-America Council hosted a banquet during the national organization’s 100th anniversary honoring their top volunteer leadership and Scouting supporters on Saturday, June 12, 2010 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Central, 3321 South 72nd Street, Omaha.

Leadership, service, achievement, outdoors and character were highlighted during this special celebration. The C.L. Werner Family was recognized as the Centennial Citizen of the Year. An individual or family can be recognized for this honor when they exemplify the core values of Scouting through their community volunteerism. Union Pacific Railroad was honored as the Centennial Corporate Partner of the Year. An organization can be selected for this recognition for demonstrating remarkable support for youth in our community. Seventeen volunteers were awarded the Silver Beaver Award, the most prestigious national award handed out by the Boy Scouts of America and the Mid-America Council.

For 100 years, the Boy Scouts of America has created a strong foundation of leadership, service, and community for millions of America’s youth. The Mid-America Council’s history began locally in 1916 and currently serves 30,972 youth in 58 counties in Nebraska, Iowa and South Dakota. Additionally, the Durham Scout Center celebrates its 15th anniversary this year and the Durham family was recognized at the event for their long-time and continued dedication to youth and Scouting in our community.

More information on Boy Scouts of America can be found by visiting www.mac-bsa.org.