Victoria Shaw, right, president of Vandalia VFW Auxiliary 2173, presents a check to Becky Chitwood, manager of Carquest for a donation to Hire Heroes USA. The group empowers U.S. military members, veterans, and military spouses to succeed in the civilian workforce. Chitwood said they would also be holding a free-will donation meal at the Vandalia Carquest location on June 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Photo Credit: Photo submitted by Victoria Shaw
