Marion/Florence FFA chapter placed third at the South Central District FFA Public Speaking Career Development Event Jan. 14 in Wellington.

Participants presented prepared speeches of varied lengths, and prepared and delivered extemporaneous speeches.

Braden Fahey placed second and Elizabeth Meyer fourth in the senior division, which qualified them to participate in the state public speaking career development event. Meyer also placed first in the extemporaneous division to qualify for state.

Aidan Cairns placed seventh in the sophomore division, while Carley Stapleford made the finals and placed sixth in the freshman division. Antone Vinduska placed eighth and Alli Hett placed ninth in the freshman division.

Other members competing from Marion included Kaylie Waner, Caleb Hett, and Jayden Hallowell.