Wipper intends to follow his purpose to work in law enforcement. 3:00 am, May 2, 2021 ×
Malachi Wipper said he felt uncertain about the future until his faith provided him with assurance of the path he s on. Now he hopes to become a police detective. Submitted Photo (April 2021)
Malachi Wipper, of Pine River, is an example of how much a sense of purpose can change life.
This Pine River-Backus High School senior said it wasn t that long ago that he found himself in a position where the future was overwhelmingly uncertain. That s actually when I come to faith. And, you know, realized inside that, well, actually, there is somewhere I m going, you know. I m part of a really big plan and I can live by that plan. It ll satisfy me.
Trout received a Student of Character scholarship toward her future degree in nursing. 3:00 am, Apr. 19, 2021 ×
Avery Trout is in the fast lane toward a career in nursing.Submitted Photo (April 2021)
Sometimes difficulty breeds compassion. Perhaps that s one of the reasons Avery Trout is so determined to care for other people.
Years ago, the Pine River-Backus High School senior experienced an uncomfortable family challenge. Dealing with that challenge wasn t always easy. I talk to a lot of people about things because I ve experienced a lot of things. Avery Trout. A lot of students weren t very helpful, Trout said.
If you ask her, she thinks those experiences helped her to be more helpful for others going through hard times.