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Foundation honors standout students with college funding By Carla Davis The Alabama Power Foundation presented $2,500 scholarships to 20 students to attend college, or a trade or technical school. It's the 28th consecutive year for the scholarship program. The scholarships are awarded to children of active, retired or deceased employees, and are renewable for up to three years. The students must be high school seniors or post- secondary undergraduates to be eligible for a scholarship. The recipients are selected by an independent company based on academic achievement, participation in extracurricular activities, leadership and service in the community. "We are proud to have a hand in helping these students realize their dreams," said Myla Calhoun, president of the foundation. "We know the value of a good education and the diverse opportunities it offers. That's why we provide many avenues aimed at helping today's students become successful." Since 1991, the foundation has awarded more than $4 million in scholarships, setting more than 1,200 students on the path toward their future careers. • Kayla Billups, University of West Alabama, Sandra Crayton, Tuscaloosa Crew Headquarters. • Isabella Blake, Prattville High School, John Blake, Montgomery Office. • Jeslyn Blankenship, University of South Alabama, Kimberly Blankenship, Corporate Headquarters. • Bruce Brand, Elmore County High School, Bruce Brand, Jordan Dam. • John Downey, Jacksonville State University, Darren Downey, Gadsden Steam Plant. • Makaela Etheridge, University of South Alabama, David Etheridge, Greene County Steam Plant. EDUCATION 18 The 2019 scholarship winners, the school they attended and their Alabama Power parent or guardian are:

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