Women who made difference recognized

GARDNERVILLE, Nev.

Women in History 2009 honorees, Sue Smith, Luetta Dressler Bergevin and Grace Bower, during the Women

in History reception at the Douglas County Museum & Cultural Center on Saturday. Left, about 100 people attend the reception recognizing seven women who have contributed to the quality of life in Douglas County. Also among this year's honorees are Mattie Jepsen, Freida Pitts, Debbie Byers and Cindy McIntosh. This year's

nominees will be added to the 83 women included in the historical society's remembering project since 2000. The women were nominated by relatives, friends and

co-workers for their efforts in contributing to the community and are recognized for their qualities that epitomize a woman in Douglas County.