Duane Bauer, Herington, has received a special thank you for paying it forward in his community. Bauer was selected to receive free fuel from Tanks of Thanks, a program that rewards people who go the extra mile for others.

Recently, Bauer received a $50 Tanks of Thanks gift card, which is redeemable at any Cenex location, for his volunteer efforts with the Herington community’s VFW. Bauer is one of three people from Post #1281 who drives veterans to appointments across four towns in the area.

The Tanks of Thanks program from CHS and Cenex retailers encourages people to nominate neighbors, family and friends for free fuel as a way thank them for doing good deeds.