Nicholas Barbre, a graduate of Clements High School, was recently awarded the Turner Endowed Scholarship.

The scholarship was created in memory of Binford and Elizabeth Turner, life-long residents of the Ripley Community who believed in the value of education.

The scholarship is awarded each year to a graduate of Clements High School and administered through the Limestone Area Community Foundation.

Barbre, is the son of Jeff and Tina Barbre. He was active in the Senior Beta Club, Yearbook Staff, Math Club, FFA and Students Against Destructive Decisions.

He attended Boys State and was a pitcher for the Clements baseball team.

Barbre volunteers for numerous church activities and is active in the community.

He plans to attend Auburn University and major in biosystems engineering.