Photo special to the Sun

Employees of MECO, the company that manufactures barbecue and cooking grills at its plant on Industrial Road, were recognized for their years of service to the company on Dec. 13. Seated on the front row, from left, are: Kimberly Taylor, 25 years; Sheila Dykes, 15 years; Tammy Reaves, 25 years; Mechelle Brooks, 25 years; and Lisa Grinstead, 35 years. Standing on the back row are: Bobby Steven, 15 years; Terry Walters, 25 years; Bobby Crum, 40 years; Dayton Easterly, 20 years; Theresa Earl, 5 years; David Smith, 25 years; Frances Hilton, 15 years; Buddy Yonz, 10 years; and not pictured, Melinda Hickerson, 10 years. Yonz and Hickerson are employees of Unaka Company, the parent company of MECO.