Parade Specialties Owner Jim Dittmer is recognized as the Independence Chamber of Commerce Member of the Year.
At last night's Independence Chamber of Commerce 111th Annual Banquet and Fundraiser, Dittmer was recognized for his years of service to the community.
Independence Chamber Director Lisa Wilson says Dittmer is a big part of the success of the city's many parades.
While Dittmer was unable to accept the award due to ongoing cancer treatments, a video of the crowd congratulating him was recorded and will be sent his way. Over 300 people packed the Civic Center in Independence for the event last night.
