Cumberland County Honors Outstanding Volunteers at Governor's Stars Awards

Carolyn Jozwiak and Seth Troglin recognized for their dedicated community service

Mar. 10, 2026 at 3:33pm

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Volunteer Tennessee's annual Governor's Volunteer Stars Awards celebrated the contributions of exceptional volunteers across the state, including in Cumberland County. Carolyn Jozwiak was named the adult honoree for her tireless efforts with local organizations like the Cumberland County Master Gardeners and Downtown Crossville, Inc. Meanwhile, high school student Seth Troglin was recognized as the youth honoree for founding and leading the Spread the Light livestock show, an inclusive event that gives youth with special needs the opportunity to experience showing animals.

Why it matters

The Governor's Volunteer Stars Awards shine a light on the vital role volunteers play in strengthening local communities. Jozwiak and Troglin's stories exemplify the power of dedicated service, community engagement, and inclusive initiatives to make a meaningful difference.

The details

Carolyn Jozwiak has lived in Cumberland County for over 20 years and has generously volunteered with numerous organizations, including the Cumberland County Master Gardeners, Downtown Crossville, Inc., the Crossville Depot, and the Veterans Memorial Park. She is particularly passionate about decorating downtown Crossville for fall and Christmas, as well as coordinating the annual Christmas tree lighting event. Meanwhile, Seth Troglin, a student at Cumberland County High School and member of the school's Future Farmers of America chapter, conceived, organized, and led the Spread the Light livestock show, an event that provides youth with special needs the opportunity to experience showing animals. What started as Troglin's idea has grown into a cherished new tradition at the Cumberland County fair.

  • The Governor's Volunteer Stars Awards are held annually by Volunteer Tennessee.
  • Carolyn Jozwiak has volunteered in Cumberland County for more than 20 years.
  • Seth Troglin founded the Spread the Light livestock show, which is now a regular event at the Cumberland County fair.

The players

Carolyn Jozwiak

The adult honoree from Cumberland County, recognized for her dedicated volunteer work with local organizations such as the Cumberland County Master Gardeners, Downtown Crossville, Inc., the Crossville Depot, and the Veterans Memorial Park.

Seth Troglin

The youth honoree from Cumberland County, a student at Cumberland County High School and member of the school's Future Farmers of America chapter, who founded and leads the Spread the Light livestock show, an inclusive event that gives youth with special needs the opportunity to experience showing animals.

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The takeaway

The Governor's Volunteer Stars Awards highlight the invaluable contributions of volunteers like Carolyn Jozwiak and Seth Troglin, who are making a tangible difference in their local communities through dedicated service, inclusive initiatives, and a commitment to bringing people together around shared goals.