Aiden Joseph Bernard of Hurricane received scouting’s highest honor, the Eagle Scout badge, in a Court of Honor ceremony held on Sunday, March 7, at his church, Winfield Baptist. Aiden is a member of Boy Scout Troop 236 of Hurricane. Aiden’s achievements over the course of his journey to Eagle Scout were recognized at the ceremony. His mother, Amber, presented him with the Eagle Badge, and he, in turn, presented her with an Eagle Mother pin. He presented an Eagle tie tack to his father, Joe.

The Marine Corps League William B. Fulks Detachment #1474 presented Aiden with a good citizenship award, and the American Legion Post 187 presented Aiden with a certificate of appreciation. West Virginia State Senator Glen Jefferies thanked Aiden for his community service as a Boy Scout, and discussed famous Eagle Scouts. Jefferies presented Aiden with a certificate of recognition from the Senate, as well as a retired West Virginia state flag which flew over the State Capital in Charleston.