The Mena Regional Auxiliary, Inc. recently awarded $1,000 scholarships to three recipients who are currently enrolled in a medical-related field. Wesley Wells (pictured third from left) is currently a Nuclear Medicine Tech at Mena Regional Health System. Wes is applying for the 2021 Physicians Assistance program at UAMS. Ashely Bedwell (pictured center front) is a CNA currently enrolled in the LPN program at the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain. Members of the Mena Regional Auxiliary, Inc. pictured presenting the scholarships from left: Ewanta Turner, Sara Mitchell, Melba Head, Linda Johnson and Marilyn Davenport. Submitted photo.

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