BILLINGS, Mont. – NonStop Local recognized outstanding local educators with the Gold Star Award. Today, the honor went to Mandy Bacon, a fourth-grade teacher at Broadwater Elementary in Billings.

Bacon, whose family has a rich teaching history, expressed her passion for the profession. "I am the truly lucky one because I get to come every day and be with people's most special gift they own and they entrust them to me every day and it's a really special thing to get to be their teacher," Bacon said.

Tracy Smith from NonStop Local was present to award Bacon as the October Gold Star recipient, celebrating her dedication and contribution to education.

Bacon's story highlights the impact teachers have in shaping young minds and the community's appreciation for their hard work and commitment.

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