Dinwiddie County announces 2021 Hometown Heroes
Carolyn Smith and John Bonner have been honored as this year's Dinwiddie Hometown Heroes. (Source: Dinwiddie County)
By Hannah Eason | February 27, 2021 at 4:29 PM EST - Updated February 27 at 4:30 PM
DINWIDDIE COUNTY, Va. (WWBT) - Two Dinwiddie residents have been honored as 2021â²s Hometown Heroes, highlighting their backgrounds in law enforcement and agriculture in honor of Black History Month.
Carolyn A. Smith, a life-long resident of Dinwiddie County, was honored for her contributions to law enforcement.
Dinwiddie native John W. Bonner was honored for his contributions to the community through agriculture.
âIt was an honor to serve on the selection committee for the 2021 Hometown Heroes program. I feel these are two outstanding honorees,â said Harrison Moody, vice-chair of the Dinwiddie Board of Supervisors. âAs a farmer, I am especially pleased to see those recognized for contributions in agriculture category. Local farmers feed America.â