Photos: Agape volunteer given Apex Award

Francis “Butch” DeLaet, left, of Sidney, is presented with the Shelby County United Way’s 2024 Volunteer Apex Award by Shelby County United Way president and CEO Karla Young, of Fort Loramie. The award ceremony was held at Agape where DeLaet volunteers his time. DeLaet drives pickup and delivery trucks for Agape and typically volunteers over 40 hours per week. Agape pantry manager Mike McRill credited him for keeping the operation running. DeLaet also has long been affiliated with the Houston Community Association and was a board member of the organization for 13 years.

Luke Gronneberg | Sidney Daily News