CITY WIDE EXTERMINATING ANNOUNCES 2026 STEVEN R. SMITH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT

Locust, NC – City Wide Exterminating proudly announces Any Beatriz Izaula Chicas as the recipient of the 2026 Steven R. Smith Memorial Scholarship. Created in 2022 to honor the legacy of Locust’s late Chief of Police, Steven R. Smith, the scholarship continues to reflect City Wide’s commitment to supporting local students and celebrating community leadership.

Ashley Morrison, President of City Wide Exterminating, said, “One of the most meaningful ways we can honor Chief Smith’s legacy is by investing in students who are committed to building a bright future. We’re proud to recognize Any’s hard work and determination, and we look forward to seeing all she accomplishes in the years ahead.”

Any Beatriz Izaula Chicas, a 2026 graduate of East Mecklenburg High School, plans to attend Central Piedmont Community College this fall before transferring to a four-year university to continue her education.

Melissa Smith, wife of Chief Smith, shared, “Steven believed that every student deserves encouragement and the opportunity to pursue their goals. It’s inspiring to see this scholarship continue to support young people like Any, and I know he would have been honored to be part of her journey.”

The $1,000 annual scholarship is awarded to a graduating high school senior in the greater Charlotte metro area who demonstrates unwavering character, hard work, and community involvement. Applications for the 2027 award will open in early 2027. For more information, visit citywideexterm.com/scholarship.