Jose Galarza, Jr. placed third with his speech on meeting the needs of senior citizens  in the West Region 4-Way test Speech Contest held Saturday, April 22, at Kutztown University. Jose competed against students representing Rotary Clubs from Kutztown, Fleetwood, West Reading/ Wyomissing, Conrad Weiser, and Reading. Ayla Blatt of Kutztown placed first for her speech on the value of buying local produce and  Rachael Maurer of Conrad Weiser placed second for her speech on helping the homeless and lifting up those in poverty. Jose was awarded a certificate and $100.