On July 2, Justin M. Brunick, the seventh and youngest son of Edward and Claudia Brunick, received his Eagle Scout award, the highest rank in the Boy Scouts. Justin, who attends the Watertown, South Dakota, congregation, joins his six older brothers in attaining this honor.

The requirements to become an Eagle Scout include earning at least 21 merit badges, assuming positions of leadership in the troop and a service project.

The Brunick Eagle projects were varied. James and Joel helped develop a wildlife sanctuary. Jason planted saplings for shoreline stabilization. Jonathan helped with flood relief preparations. Joshua built set storage for the Town Players. Jerod sanded, primed and painted soccer goals.

Justin repaired and painted benches, picnic tables and the flag pole at Jensen Park in front of the Senior Citizens' Center in Watertown.