Pine River-Backus Student Wins Congressional Art Competition Hosted by Congressman Stauber

Today, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) announced that Pine River-Backus High School freshman Raena Hanneken has won first place in the Congressional Art Competition hosted by his office. Judges chose Raena's painting, "Scenic Sunset at Split Rock," as the winner out of all the unique submissions from talented students across Minnesota's Eighth Congressional District. "Scenic Sunset at Split Rock" will hang in the U.S. Capitol alongside the winning artwork from other Congressional Districts across the country.

Congressman Stauber stated, "Congratulations Raena on your winning work of art, and thank you to all of the very talented students who participated in this year's Congressional Art Competition. All of the submissions this year were so special, and I am always so incredibly proud of the artistic talent coming out of northeast Minnesota. I look forward to seeing this beautiful scene from Split Rock displayed in the Halls of Congress every time I walk to the Capitol to vote."

The Congressional Art Competition takes place each spring. Students are encouraged to visit Congressman Stauber's website to learn more.

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