Mike Cox, right, of Tarkio, Missouri, was recently recognized for being a 50-year member of the Allen-Schiffern American Legion Post #199 in Tarkio. Presenting his certificate was Legion Post #199 Commander Tim Morehouse, left. Mike served in the United States Air Force from 1972 to 1976. He reached the rank of sergeant, serving during the Vietnam era. Mike first served at Offutt AFB, Omaha, Nebraska, for two years, and then at RAF Alconbury, United Kingdom. He received his honorable discharge from there. Mike returned to Tarkio and to school at NWMSU, graduating in 1979. He continued living in Tarkio with his wife, Katherine, and taught in Shenandoah, Iowa, retiring after 36 years service in 2015. (Submitted photo)