First Waughtown Baptist celebrates College Day - WS Chronicle

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First Waughtown Baptist celebrates College Day - WS Chronicle

First Waughtown Baptist Church (FWBC) recognized 11 high school and college graduates during its College Day service Sunday, June 12. Each graduate received a congratulatory gift from the church in a drive-thru event Thursday, June 16.

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