In recognition of Read Across America Day, a national celebration of Dr. Seuss’ birthday, Durgee Junior High School held a poster contest the first week of March, in which students designed posters to promote a favorite book. Contest winners David Vanslyke (right), first place; Sarah Bovee (center), second place; and Emily Denniston (left), third place were announced March 9. Each received a gift certificate for Barnes & Noble. Those who received honorable mention were McKenna Curtis, Tess Robb, Madison Beckley, Nicole Stephenson, Shawn Langdon and Wesley Thurston.