President's Message

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Dear Friends and Members of WAHS,

       This time of COVID-19 is unprecedented and WAHS is working hard to navigate during the pandemic. We know that our local businesses are working even harder. It is very important that WAHS give back to them as they have so often donated to and sponsored our events. 

       This year, we supported the Westby Chamber of Commerce downtown Christmas event by purchasing a $100 gift card that can be redeemed at any Westby business. Anyone who "Liked" our WAHS Facebook posts, published between November 19 and December 3, was entered into a drawing for the $100 gift card. The more "Likes" made, the more entries and chances a person had to win! Using a random number generator, Mayor Danny Helgerson pushed the button to choose Trish Grathen as our lucky winner. 

       On Saturday, December 5, I met with Trish to present the certificate and found out she has deep Westby roots. Her mother grew up in Westby and her grandfather was a local tobacco buyer back in the day. We are happy that Trish's interest in Westby history brought her to our Facebook page and the contest that will help the businesses that have supported WAHS for so many years!

        The holidays are a great way to show appreciation and gratitude for our friends, members and  our community. WAHS is full of gratitude for all of you who have supported us in this very difficult year. We wish you and yours continued health and safety in these trying times. Have a very Merry Christmas and we hope that 2021 brings happiness to you all!

Blaine Hedberg

WAHS President