Each year, the Commission for a Clean County (CCC) selects businesses, individuals and civic groups for their exceptional efforts in beautifying the county for the Community Pride Awards.

During the banquet luncheon held Wednesday, 10 local stewards were recognized for their work in picking up litter, educating the community and having "green" businesses.

Among those recognized were:

• Haley and Zac Guy of Appalachian Antique Hardwoods for being “green” and using reclaimed, re-purposed and restored wood in their building. They also installed a water runoff collection system and a sawdust collection system to donate to nurseries and compost piles.

• Deputy Heidi Warren, D.A.R.E. Officer with the Haywood County Sheriff’s Office, for planting a bed of red tulips at Junaluska Elementary ...