Dexter, Missouri - The Elk's Lodge in Dexter hosted their annual American Essay contest for third, fourth, and fifth grade students.

The topic "What the Pledge of Allegiance Means to Me" is an ongoing event held each year.  The top three winners will on to the next level of judging at the district and then on to the state level. 

First place was Bailey Whitaker  Second place was Tucker Kyle and third place went to Kayleigh Gibson