Valerie Lakey
My name is Val Lakey. I am a wife and a mother of two, our son is in college, our daughter is in high school. We are cattle and hay ranchers in northeastern California. We have owned a small grocery store and deli. I am a reporter for the local newspaper and do freelance writing. I have served with many community organizations including chamber, school site council, cattlewomen, education foundation and and am currently in my second term as a Board of Trustee for the school district. I coordinate a peer mentoring program at the high school and coach volleyball. I enjoy our small town and rural lifestyle. I am blessed to live in a community where I can appreciate the simple things in life.
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Shasta College, University of California, Davis studied journalism and communicationsInterests
Rural life and agriculture, outdoors, gardening, crafts, scrapbooking, writing, christian fellowship, sports, animals, community service, coaching, Peer Mentor advisor, school boardMotto
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Inspirational Scripture Through the GenerationsScriptures that have been passed through generations of family that have provided guidance, encouragement and love. Through the example of my grandfather and his faith, these meaningful verses have become the foundation of our family. -
Volunteer Opportunities Are Limitless in Northern CaliforniaSmall communities rely on volunteers. There is always a place to volunteer. Tutoring youth, gardening and maintenance, fundraising and helping to keep the community safe are a few options in this small community and others just like it. -
Fall River Wild Rice Festival Shows Off Local Agriculture CommodityThe Fall River Wild Rice Festival in Northern California highlighted the local crop and provided entertainment for people of all ages while giving attendees a taste of the unique crop.