Karate awards given

Josh Holmes, pictured center, was awarded the Grand Champion Trophy for his performance at the Taekwondo Advantage Championships Tournament held March 12 at the Taekwondo Advantage martial art school on North Main in Sikeston. Holmes placed first in forms, one-step forms, and point sparring to capture the event's top honors. Pictured with Holmes from left are instructors DeRay Ivie and Tim Wall.