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The Fort Recovery Area Chamber of Commerce recognized outstanding individuals, businesses and organizations during its 2025 Annual Awards Banquet Monday night at the Fort Recovery American Legion. Citizen of the year winner Amy Wendel is shown with husband, Kurt, and daughters Kenzie, Whitley and Elsie. Daughter Zoey missed the event while taking third place at the Mercer County Spelling Bee.
The Fort Recovery Area Chamber of Commerce recognized outstanding individuals, businesses and organizations during its 2025 Annual Awards Banquet Monday night at the Fort Recovery American Legion.
"The people and businesses recognized tonight represent the very best of what makes our community strong," said chamber president Shawn Robinson in a news release. "Their dedication, generosity, and commitment to Fort Recovery help create a community we can all be proud of. We are grateful for their contributions and honored to recognize them."
Wangler ACE Hardware was named Business of the Year. Hall of Fame honors were awarded to Carl Hastings and Tom Kaup. Amy Wendel was recognized as Citizen of the Year. The Mayor's Outstanding Community Service Award was presented to the Southwest Mercer Fire District, and longtime village administrator Randy Diller received the Friend of the Chamber Award.
The Fort Recovery Area Chamber of Commerce recognized outstanding individuals, businesses and organizations during its 2025 Annual Awards Banquet Monday night at the Fort Recovery American Legion. The Mayor's Outstanding Community Service Award was presented to the Southwest Mercer Fire District.
In addition, Beautification Awards were presented to Garrett and Rachel Faller for Most Improved Dwelling, Dan and Marcia Schmitz for Most Improved Residential Property, and Polanco Mexican Kitchen for Most Improved Commercial Property.
The Chamber of Commerce/Rabe Scholarship was awarded to Olivia Knapke, daughter of Joe and Kim Knapke, while the Fort Recovery Merchant Association Scholarship was presented to Georgia Wenning, daughter of Matt and Stacy Wenning.
The chamber also extends its appreciation to the Fort Recovery American Legion for its generous support and for providing the venue for the evening's banquet.
The success of the event was made possible through the generous support of numerous sponsors, the release noted. Brockman Boeckman Funeral Home served as the banquet sponsor, while Park National Bank sponsored the beverages and Wabash sponsored the programs.
