Jim Mathis shovels dirt around the base of a Colorado blue spruce tree during an Arbor Day celebration Friday at David Brewer Park. The tree was planted to honor Mathis for his years of service to the Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department and community. The tree was planted next to park's tennis courts, which are named in honor of Mathis. Photo Credit: John Richmeier
Jim Mathis shovels dirt around the base of a Colorado blue spruce tree during an Arbor Day celebration Friday at David Brewer Park. The tree…