American Legion Auxiliary essay contest winner

Every year, the American Legion Auxiliary sponsors an Americanism essay contest.

This year's winner is Rachel Boeshans, a seventh grade student at Carrington Public Schools. She received a monetary reward and a certificate of excellence for her outstanding essay.

What does Patriotism mean to me?

By Rachel Boeshans

There are three main themes that come to my mind when someone says patriotism. Patri...