Webster Area Public Library celebrated the 80th birthday of Smokey the Bear July 12. Since 1944 Smokey the Bear has been the symbol of protection for America’s forests and grasslands from human-caused wildfires. Pictured are those who helped celebrate the occasion, from left front Freyja Howe, Addy Johnson, Beatrix Howe, Gracelyn and Archer Chevalier. Back row includes Corbin and Bryson Johnson and Iris Marsh. Reporter & Farmer | Annie Witt
