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Baker Today
By the People, for the People
Baker Couple Named 2025 Citizens of the Year
Eldon and Monica King recognized for their selfless service to the community.
Apr. 9, 2026 at 9:03am
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The King family's quiet acts of service and generosity have made a lasting impact on their Baker, Montana community.Baker TodayThe citizens of Baker, Montana have selected Eldon and Monica King and their family as the 2025 Citizens of the Year for their tireless efforts to help their neighbors and keep the community clean and welcoming. The Kings were recognized at the Baker City Council meeting for their quiet acts of service, including picking up trash, removing snow, providing yard work and small engine repair, and volunteering at their church.
Why it matters
The King family's consistent, everyday acts of kindness and service make Baker a better place to live, and their example encourages others to step up and help their neighbors. Communities are strengthened not only by major events or large programs, but by the cumulative impact of small, generous gestures.
The details
Throughout the year, the King family can be found picking up trash along roadways, assisting residents by removing snow, helping with yard work and property upkeep, and providing small engine repair services - often donating their time and skills simply to help someone in need. Beyond these visible acts of service, the Kings also give generously of their time to their church and faith community.
- The Kings were recognized at the Baker City Council meeting on April 1, 2026.
- The City of Baker has been honoring its Citizens of the Year since 2007.
The players
Eldon and Monica King
A Baker, Montana couple recognized as the 2025 Citizens of the Year for their consistent acts of service and generosity to their community.
Steve Zachmann
The mayor of Baker, Montana who presented the Kings with a plaque recognizing them as the 2025 Citizens of the Year.
What they’re saying
“We as a family want to give all the praise and glory to God for giving us the opportunities and abilities to serve him by serving others. We are blessed to live in this community and thankful for the many friends we've made.”
— Eldon King
The takeaway
The King family's selfless acts of service and compassion for their neighbors are an inspiring example of how small, everyday gestures can have a profound impact on strengthening a community. Their recognition as Citizens of the Year highlights the importance of honoring those who give quietly and humbly to make their town a better place.
