Special to the News
Abigail Hyatt of Weogufka was awarded a scholarship by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, or PBCI, for her participation in Alabama’s livestock industry on Sunday, March 17, at a ceremony held in coordination with the Southeastern Livestock Exposition (SLE) Rodeo.
Pictured from left are PBCI Tribal Council Member Keith Martin, Hyatt and SLE President Frank Ellis.
The PBCI has a proud history of supporting youth in livestock. Each year young people from each of Alabama’s 67 counties are awarded scholarships from the Tribe to aid in future participation in youth livestock events or further education during SLE Livestock Week.
