Submitted Photo Shannon Stranger Horse was named Employee of the Year in the East Segment (White Shield). Awards were announced Tuesday, Aug. 26, during the Employee Appreciation Day for East Segment employees. The event was held at Fort Stevenson State Park near Garrison.

Submitted Photo Greta Hosie registers Lexi Fox for prizes to be awarded during the Employee Appreciation Day for the East Segment Tuesday, Aug. 26. Employees and their families were invited to the event.

Submitted Photo East Segment Councilman Fred Fox announces awards at the Employee Appreciation Day for East Segment employees. Fox sponsored the event held Tuesday, Aug. 26.

Submitted Photo Dan Esquibel with Scooter attended Employee Appreciation Day for the East Segment Tuesday, Aug. 26. The event included lunch, swimming, bouncy houses for children, team-building games, bonuses for each employee and an award ceremony honoring employees’ dedication.