Livingston earns Eagle Scout honor

Blake Livingston, of Post Falls, has earned the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor for the Boy Scouts of America.

A member of The Inland Northwest Council, Troop 206, Livingston is one of about 4 percent of all Boy Scouts who attain the Eagle rank, according to the U.S. Scouting Service.

Each candidate must earn 21 merit badges and complete a community project. Livingston chose to construct a picnic table cover in Hilde Kellogg Park in Post Falls.

Livingston, a Post Falls High student, also participates in snowboarding club and tennis. He is the son of Michael Livingston and Deena Shopbell of Post Falls.