From left to right, Flotilla 8-8 Commander Harry De Lope, Auxiliarist of the Month Bob White and US Coast Guard Auxiliary David Chareonsuphiphat at the flotilla's meeting on July 11, 2009. Courtesy photo.

LAKE COUNTY – The commander of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary was hosted by Lake County Flotilla 8-8 at its recent meeting.

Commander David K. Chareonsuphiphat made an official visit to Flotilla 8-8 on July 11.

During the meeting, Chareonsuphiphat presented flotilla member Bob White with the Auxiliarist of the Month Award from the US Coast Guard.

At the flotilla's meeting on July 11, 2009, Public Affairs Officer Bunny De Lope presents Flotilla 8-8 of Lake County with an oversized check received from Wal-Mart. The $1,000 check is for the children's annual free life jacket giveaway. Courtesy photo.