The Port Putnam Logo Contest concluded with the announcement of its winners, highlighting student creativity and community collaboration. Tiffany Odom from Q.I. Roberts Junior-Senior High School won first place among 25 entries submitted by students across Putnam County. She received a $1,500 prize, divided equally between herself and her school.
The contest encouraged students to design a logo that embodies the vision and identity of Port Putnam. Entries were judged by local leaders including Laura Pavlus from the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, along with Julianne Young, JT Stout, Leigh Doran, and Sam Sullivan.
Victoria De La Torre from Peniel Baptist Academy earned second place with a $1,000 prize split between her and her school. Joshua Dukes from Putnam Virtual School took third place, receiving a $500 award shared with his school.
Ava Beck and Madalyn Tilton were also recognized as finalists for their creative contributions.
Former State Representative Bobby Payne sponsored the contest by providing all prize funding to support student achievement and school arts programs. The initiative was conducted in partnership with the Putnam County School District, Peniel Baptist Academy, and the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce to emphasize community investment in youth engagement and economic development.