One of Garner’s biggest boosters and most well-known faces is being honored for his many years of work on behalf of his hometown.

Neal Padgett, who led the Garner Chamber of Commerce for 14 years before retiring in February, has been named the 2020 recipient of the James R. Stevens Service to Garner Award. The honor is bestowed on individuals who have made substantial, outstanding contributions to the Town of Garner over a significant number of years.