Durwards honored for decades of service

A North Havre couple retiring from service on Hill County boards were honored Monday for their decades of service to the county.

Charles Durward received a framed certificate recognizing his 41 years on the county planning board, and Gaynelle Durward received a framed certificate for 33 years on the county zoning board.

Charles commented after receiving his award that he and his wife just celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary, with more than half of that spent on the boards.

Gaynelle said their involvement stemmed from their being in the North Havre Community Club, the involvement of wh...