MORRISONVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) -- Jim Kelmel has always called "Our Town Morrisonville" home, and after years of dedicating himself to the community, he's being recognized for his giving spirit.

Growing up on the farm with seven brothers and sisters was part of his everyday life while growing up in Christian County. It's where they made memories as kids and where he decided to stick around.

"Started work as a mechanic for a guy, did that for 3-4 years, and then went to work at the school," Kelmel explained.

For nearly four decades, he was in charge of buildings, grounds and transportation. He was on the team that built the new junior high and high school about 20 years ago. Working on projects like that, where he can impact the community, is his forte.

"You watch people grow. I've seen gen

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