At the LA County Fair on Sept. 26, three Claremont citizens were recognized. They were awarded for their good deeds around the community, such as volunteer work, participating in drives, and donating money.

Axel Garcia, a third grader at Sumner/Danbury Elementary in Claremont, was acknowledged for his participation in his school’s holiday toy drive. Over 3,000 toys were donated to many families in need. With Garcia’s contribution, more than 250 kids will have something to open during this season’s holidays.

Betty Crocker was given the title “most valuable player” for keeping the Claremont community safe and also received this award at the LA County Fair for founding the “Keeping the Good in our Neighborhood” crime watch. Crocker’s program has funded several nonprofit foundations such as the Inland Valley Humane Society.

Lastly, the LA County Fair recognized Helaine Goldwater for her continuous volunteer work. She currently volunteers for Meals on Wheels, the local art museum, Little League, and AYSO soccer. In addition, Goldwater directs the Pilgrim Place advancement committee, is in charge of two water district campaigns, and is the main spokeswoman of the Community Emergency Response Team.

The notable deeds of Garcia, Crocker, and Goldwater were honored on LA County Fair’s Claremont Day, when they attended the community reception and paraded along with CHS’s junior fair board members and Claremont city council.