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Cheryl Schweizer/Columbia Basin Herald Above: Fausto Parra was one of eight Big Bend Community College students recognized for their determination to get an education at the Transforming Lives banquet at Big Bend Community College Wednesday. Big Bend trustee Mike Villarreal (right) presents him with the award. Below: Irene Gonzalez watches as her classmates are honored and waits her turn to receive the Transforming Lives award.

Cheryl Schweizer/Columbia Basin Herald Above: Fausto Parra was one of eight Big Bend Community College students recognized for their determination to get an education at the Transforming Lives banquet at Big Bend Community College Wednesday. Big Bend trustee Mike Villarreal (right) presents him with the award. Below: Irene Gonzalez watches as her classmates are honored and waits her turn to receive the Transforming Lives award.

December 9, 2016

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'Transforming Lives'
December 9, 2016 2 a.m.

'Transforming Lives'

MOSES LAKE — People who want to go to college often face obstacles, and it's not just the expense.