To be among the best in the state of Ohio in skills that will help you advance in life requires hours of preparation and hard work.
Two students, Ethan Compton and Tessa Risner, from the Pike County Career Technology Center were among the best in the SkillsUSA competition that took place on April 25 and 26 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.
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