LOUISIANA, Mo. — Linda Beer, center, was named Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year during the organization’s annual banquet April 13 at the American Legion. Pictured presenting a Missouri House of Representatives resolution recognizing her community involvement is State Rep. Chad Perkins. At left is incoming Chamber President Katie Niedner, who is holding a John Stoeckley print of the front entrance to the Virgil and Linda Beer home. Beer also received the Louisiana Community Betterment Advocate Award presented by Diana Huckstep. The Mercantile Bank was named Chamber Member of the Year. Jodie Ries received the Elks Lodge Distinguished Service Award for her work with the Louisiana Bluegrass Pickers Festival. A Kentucky Derby theme highlighted the evening, with Paulette Powelson winning Best-Dressed Female and Jim Ross named Best-Dressed Male. In addition. the chamber unveiled its new logo, designed by Tegan Carrington.