Women’s group elects officers

Battle Ground — Bonnie Walden was recently elected as president of the Battle Ground Greater Federation of Women’s Clubs, replacing former leader Valerie Huey. Officers who will serve this year also include First Vice President Terry Grendahl, Second Vice President Marla Polos, Secretary Bonnie Rippengale and Treasurer Mary Lee Miller. The worldwide organization is based around encouraging women to better themselves and their community. The Battle Ground chapter was created in 1972. Each fall its Ladybug Bazaar showcases hundreds of Clark County artisans and their crafts.