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High School Students Showcase Skills at Inaugural Lake Land College Welding Contest

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MATTOON, Ill. (WCIA) — Over 50 juniors and seniors from high schools participated in the inaugural welding competition hosted by Lake Land College last week. The senior with the highest score will earn a $500 scholarship applicable to their tuition at Lake Land College.

Carson Swinford, a high school student, has dedicated two years to honing his skills in the welding program.

“When I lower my hood, everything else just fades away,” Swinford shared. “The stress and homework just disappear from my mind.”

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