MT. VERNON, IL — The Girl Scouts of America are celebrating their 109th birthday this year. Mt. Vernon Mayor John Lewis held a proclamation on Wednesday this past week honoring and praising the organization.

He says Girl Scouts combines time-tested, research-backed methods with exciting, modern programming that speaks to today’s girls and is designed to strengthened leadership development.

Friday, March 12th the actual anniversary date of the Girl Scouts. If you’d like to get involved with the local Mt. Vernon chapter, contact Sheila Scrivner at 316-3853.