Salvation Army Tri-City Corps names Bellringer of the Year winner

Salvation Army Tri-City Corps (St. Charles, Ill.) volunteer Jeff Bowgren, right, receives his "Bellringer of the Year" award from Tri-City Corps Lt. Scott Smith for collecting $11,444.80 in donations over 224 hours of ringing during past Christmas season.

The Salvation Army Tri-City Corps’ Lieutenant Scott Smith has named Jeff Bowgren the Bellringer of the Year for his great work this past Christmas season, according to a news release.

Bowgren rang for 224 hours and collected $11,444.80 in donations to his red kettle during the season. He also continues to volunteer at the Community Center.