Commissioners honor local hero

Matt Leverich receives a certificate of recognition from the Payne County Board of Commissioners for his heroic actions. Pictured from left, Commissioner Rhonda Markum, Commissioner Seth Conley, Matt Leverich, Commissioner Zach Cavett.
Matt Leverich receives a certificate of recognition from the Payne County Board of Commissioners for his heroic actions. Pictured from left, Commissioner Rhonda Markum, Commissioner Seth Conley, Matt Leverich, Commissioner Zach Cavett.

STILLWATER — The Payne County Board of Commissioners on Monday recognized a local man for heroic actions that saved the life of a 95-year-old woman during the March wildfires.

Matt Leverich received a Certificate of Recognition during the June 16 meeting for rescuing Arzella Dennis from her burning home as fast-moving wildfires swept through the area on March 14.

According to county officials, Denni…