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Alexander Puzio of Muncy has earned the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest advancement rank within Scouting America. He is a member of Troop 25 chartered by the Muncy Baptist Church.

To earn the rank of Eagle, each scout must attain at least 21 merit badges as well as demonstrate leadership, including successfully planning and completing a community service project. Alex earned 38 merit badges, planned and lead a community service project benefiting the Muncy Historical Society. Alex’s Eagle project consisted of moving approximately 500 paver stones from the Civil War Memorial at the Muncy Cemetery to the Muncy Historical Society. Using the pavers, he installed a commemorative pathway on the south side garden at the Muncy Historical Society.

Alex received the Eagle Award at a Court of Honor ceremony held on April 19. At the ceremony he was presented with a Citation from the State House of Representatives by Rep. Joe Hamm and the Lycoming County Award of Excellence by Commissioners Scott Metzger, Marc Sortman, and Mark Mussina.

Alex is currently a senior at Muncy Jr./Sr. High School. He is the son of Stephen and Kelly Puzio of Muncy.