Brianna Kruse wins FFA state public speaking

After winning the Section 15 and District 3 competitions, Staunton FFA member Brianna Kruse competed on June 14 in the Illinois FFA State Creed Speaking Finals at the State FFA Convention in Springfield.

Participants present the FFA Creed from memory and answer questions about its meaning and purpose. The event boosts students' self-confidence and develops their abilities to communicate in a powerful, professional manner. Brianna was named the top Creed Speaker in Illinois and will advance to the National FFA competition this fall. Brianna is the daughter of John and Julie Kruse of Staunton an...