Kerkman will represent Clearwater Legion at Cornhusker Girls State

Emma Kerkman, a Summerland-Clearwater junior, will represent Clearwater American Legion Post 267 Auxiliary at the 2021 session of Cornhusker Girls State.

She is the daughter of Kelly and Amy Kerkman.

Kerkman applied for Girls' State because the annual event, which focuses on citizenship and government education, because it offers "a great opportunity and a great experience.

"I feel like you can get a lot out of Girls State and make amazing friendships," Kerman said. "Although COVID has put some minor setbacks for Girls Sate, I am still very grateful for this amazing opportunity that I get to e...