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Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia hosts celebration recognizing top three artists Mayor Sherman Lea joined U.S. Cellular to announce the winners of its 11th annual Black History Month Art Competition with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia at a celebration earlier today. The 10 finalists’ art was displayed in U.S. Cellular stores during the month of February, where the community voted for their favorites. Club members created original artwork in honor of influential African-Americans, including business people, sports figures, historical figures and celebrities for the contest in January. Over the years, U.S. Cellular has awarded $9,350 in gift cards and over 7,600 youth have participated in the annual program. “There is nothing like seeing an award winner’s face when they realize that they have been recognized by the community; it’s simply priceless,” said Bertram Daniels, area sales manager for U.S. Cellular. “This contest allows U.S. Cellular t

U.S. Cellular joined hundreds of students from Boys and Girls Clubs in Roanoke, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Virginia and Morgantown, West Virginia who were encouraged to create an original 8.5 x 11 piece of artwork in tribute of influential African Americans both past and present. They explored the accomplishments and contributions of these impactful figures as they researched their subjects. “We look forward to this event every year,” said Nathan Waddell, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-South, “It is incredible to see the amount of creativity that goes in to each entry. U.S. Cellular is committed to the enrichment and education of our youth here in our local communities. This contest provides a great opportunity to connect with the Boys & Girls Clubs in the communities where our associates live, work and volunteer. It is an honor to showcase the amazing talents of these young artists as we pay tribute to influential African Americans and celebrate our country’s d

Winners Determined by Local Community Votes , ROANOKE, Va. (Jan. 23, 2017) In honor of Martin Luther King Day last week, U.S. Cellular joined hundreds of students from The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia today to kick off the10th annual Black History Month Art Contest. During the month of January, students at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia are encouraged to create an original 8.5 x 11 piece of artwork in tribute of influential African Americans both past and present. They explored the accomplishments and contributions of these impactful figures as the research their subjects. “We look forward to this event every year,” said Nathan Waddell, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-South. “It is incredible to see the amount of creativity that goes in to each entry. U.S. Cellular is committed to the enrichment and education of our youth here in the Greater Roanoke area. This contest provides a great opportunity to connect with the Boys &

Pictured here are the winners of the 2015 Black History Month Art Competition from left to right: (back row) Linda Click, area sales manager, U.S. Cellular, Mayor Jenny Selin, Scott VanRiper, store manager, Andrew Reabe, Mountaineer Boys & Girls Club; (front row left to right): First Place Winner Mille Brown, Second Place Winner Deangelo Turner, and Third Place Winner Darion Turner. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (March 12, 2015) – Mayor Jenny Selin joined U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM) and the Mountaineer Boys & Girls Club to announce the winners of the Black History Month Art contest at a special ceremony at the club’s campus at the former Woodburn Elementary School’s Campus. The contest, now in its 6th year, is designed to honor influential African-Americans and inspire students’ creativity and knowledge of these heroes. “I am impressed with the originality and talent of the artwork,” said Mayor Selin. “I will enjoy the event again this year and spending time with the children.” M

Pictured here from left to right are the Winners of U.S. Cellular's Black History Month Art Competition:  Third Place Winner Daniel Ettah, a 6th Grader from Woodrow Wilson Middle School won a $150 gift card for a portrait of Jackie Robinson, First Place Winner Christian Berry, an 8th Grader from Christiansburg Middle School won a $500 gift card for his portrait of Jackie Robinson, Mayor David Bowers,  Second Place Winner Tyshawn Walker, an 11th Grader from William Flemming High School won a $200 gift card for a portrait of Martin Luther King and Malcolm X, and U.S. Cellular Area Sales Manager Bertram Daniels. ROANOKE/CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. --  Mayor David Bowers joined U.S. Cellular ( NYSE : USM) and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia to announce the winners of the Black History Month Art contest at a special ceremony March 10 at the club’s Ninth Street location in Roanoke. The contest, now in its seventh year, is designed to honor influential Af

Pictured here: left to right Malina Alexander, assistant director of the Boys and Girls Club, holding the first place winner Miah Kaehler’s art — a portrait of Billie Holiday; Anecia Miller who acted as Mayor during a portion of the winners ceremonies, Mayor Jim Manilla; Camden Fitzgerald holding his third-place portrait of Michael Jackson; Jaheim Felton holding his second-place portrait of Usher; and Linda Click, area sales manager for U.S. Cellular U.S. CELLULAR, MAYOR JIM MANILLA ANNOUNCE THE WINNERS OF THE FOURTH ANNUAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH ART CONTEST South Middle School Student Wins First Place, Second Year in a Row MORGANTOWN (March 14, 2013) –Mayor Jim Manilla joined U.S. Cellular and the Mountaineer Boys & Girls Club to announce the winners of the carrier’s fourth Annual Black History Month Art Contest at the Boys & Girls Club at 300 Court Street. “This contest is a great way for area children to get excited about our diversity,” said Mayor Manilla. “I am happ