Carrollton Scout Troop 141 honors members for achievements at Court of Honor ceremony

Event at VFW Post 3301 includes merit badge presentations and Silver Beaver Award for longtime Scouter Virgil Schlabach

Scouts recognized were Jaden Logan, Clark Robidoux and Parker McIntire in the front row, and Cooper Becknell, Dallak Paulette and Hayden Paul in the back row.

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Published October 15, 2025 - 6:00 a.m.

Members of Carrollton Scout Troop 141 gathered at VFW Post 3301 for a Court of Honor, where they received merit badges and rank advancements earned so far this year.

Scouts recognized were Jaden Logan, Clark Robidoux, Parker McIntire, Cooper Becknell, Dallak Paulette and Hayden Paul.

Longtime Scouter Virgil Schlabach, left, was presented the Silver Beaver Award from Toby Hoy, Buckeye Council vice president of programs.

The ceremony also included a special presentation to longtime Scouter Virgil Schlabach, who was awarded the Silver Beaver by Toby Hoy, Buckeye Council vice president of programs. The Silver Beaver Award is among the highest honors a Boy Scout council can bestow, recognizing those who have dedicated their lives to community service and the values of Scouting.

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