Opinion - Silver Helmet: Years of dedication recognized

Jerry Jones, editor of the Gazette, was recently awarded the Silver Helmet Award. It was given by the Washington State Football Coaches Association for his continued, dedicated service to rural county high school football coverage.

It is a fitting recognition. Jerry has covered Whitman County high school sports since 1965. He can be seen on the sidelines, looking for the photos that describe the game, show the action and, as important, give as many kids as possible a chance for a published picture.

This award is for his coverage of football.

Jerry also covers all high school sports with the sa...