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Andrea Piedra, who has recently been recognized as a hero for saving the life of a choking 7-year-old during Christmas on the River festivities, was recognized by the Demopolis Board of Education for her actions. Piedra was recognized at the Dec. 11 meeting. Piedra is a Demopolis High School senior, and is a health science student who learned the procedure for saving a choking victim in her classes. Her teacher, Nadine Rogers, also attended. Pictured L-R: Demopolis Superintendent Tony Willis, Health Science Program teacher Nadine Rogers, and Andrea Piedra.