Sturgis FFA member prepares for national public speaking contest

Bennett Gordon is fourth sibling to participate in this event

Oct 24, 2025
Oct 24, 2025

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Carrying on a proud family tradition, Bennett Gordon, a member of the Sturgis FFA Chapter, will represent South Dakota in the National FFA Prepared Public Speaking competition at the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo, to be held Oct. 29 through Nov. 1 in Indianapolis.

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