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WHB Garden Club Awards Three Scholarships

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Julia Ryvicker

Julia Ryvicker

Marcus Haynia

Marcus Haynia

Matilda Buchen

Matilda Buchen

authorStaff Writer on May 13, 2025
The Westhampton Garden Club awarded two additional scholarships this year due to the outstanding pool of applicants, according to a press release issued by the organization last week. A total... more

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