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Ky. DOC presents annual awards to top performers

A luncheon on Sept. 9 honored top performers within the Kentucky Department of Corrections

By C1 Staff

FRANKFORT, Ky. — The Kentucky Department of Corrections recently honored employees across the state at an annual luncheon held Sept. 9.

Surf Kentucky reports that Don Bottoms was awarded the “Warden of the Year” award for his efforts to bring new inmate programs to his institution and for the importance he places on staff.

Susan Thompson was named “Probation and Parole Supervisor of the Year” for her ability to encourage her employees, implementing re-entry programs and her dedication to the department by volunteering to assist with the staff shortage in the institutions.

Ashley Thomas won the “Rookie of the Year” award for her role as a human resource specialist in the department’s division of personnel services, praised for her work performance and her attention to detail.

For a full list of the awards, check out the DOC’s website.

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