Patterson Scout wins state VFW honor

Eagle Scout Liam McCloy, 16, is the recipient of the VFW Post 4222 Louisiana Scout of the Year Award.
He received the award Friday.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States annually awards three individuals who are: Eagle Scouts, Girl Scout Gold Award recipients, Venture Summit Award recipients, or Sea Scout Quartermasters who have risen above their peers in exemplifying the qualities of that rank.
McCloy did not receive the national scholarship.
But he was recognized for his achievements in scouting.
His membership with the scouts dates back to first grade. He is a member of Boy Scout Troop 41 of Patterson.
McCloy is a senior at Central Catholic High School in Morgan City.