STATEHOUSE (Sept. 22, 2021) – Clay City's Paul Sinders was among 21 older Indiana residents honored with this year's Golden Hoosier Award for his volunteer service in the community, according to State Rep. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute).
Sinders served over 40 years in public education, including as principal at Clay City Junior/Senior High School. A current Clay County commissioner, he's been a member of numerous boards including the YMCA and Wabash Valley Community Foundation, and continues to serve as an advisor for several more. Sinders is also currently president of the Association of Indiana Counties West Central District.
"Service-minded Hoosiers like Paul are important parts of our community," Heaton said. "Many charities and local organizations rely on their help to carry out their missions. Paul is deserving of this recognition for his efforts to make our local community a great place to call home."
The Golden Hoosier Award was established in 2008 to honor older Hoosiers whose volunteer work and commitment to their communities have made a positive impact. To be eligible, nominees must be age 65 or older and have volunteered for at least the past three years.
The award is presented by Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch in partnership with the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, and is the highest honor given to Hoosier seniors. To date, more than 260 citizens have received the Golden Hoosier Award.
This year's Golden Hoosier Award recipients were honored through a video ceremony, which can be viewed at in.gov/lg.
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State Rep. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) represents House District 46,
which includes portions of Clay, Monroe, Owen and Vigo counties.
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