On Saturday, December 5, the Elks Lodge sponsored its annual free throw contest.
Blake Barnes, age 8, is pictured with Terry Langston, coordinator of the local competition. Blake scored 20 out of 25 free throws and won the 8-9 age group. Blake will advance to districts in Chaffee on January 9.
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