The National Golf Foundation named the William Powell family the recipient of the Jack Nicklaus Golf Family of the Year Award in 1992. Powell also has been awarded the Cornerstone of Freedom Award from the Dr. Also that year, the First Tee Program named the Life Skills Scholarship in his honor. The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus recognized William Powell in 1999 for his service to his state and country. "It shows what my parents contributed to American history." "I think it's quite incredible," Renee Powell said of the National Register of Historic Places designation. Ohio Governor Bob Taft sent a personal letter and proclamation. The Powells were honored March 20 in Canton at a dinner hosted by the Stark County Planning Commission. His son, Lawrence Powell, is the course superintendent and a member of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America. His daughter, Renee Powell, a PGA member, serves as the club's head professional and is founder of the Renee Powell Youth Golf Program. Currently, two of Powell's children are actively involved in the day-to-day operations at Clearview. The first nine holes opened in 1948 on what used to be a dairy farm. Powell, 84, founded Clearview Golf Club in 1946. The PGA is pleased to be part of this significant part of American history." Having the course listed on the National Register of Historic Places perpetuates the Powell legacy. "Clearview Golf Club has evolved along with the game of golf. "The PGA of America joins all golf enthusiasts of Ohio in saluting Clearview Golf Club and the William Powell family on this honor," said PGA of America President Jack Connelly. The PGA of America, as announced in September 1999, initiated the lead in renovating the historic club. Powell, Clearview Golf Club is one of 14 golf courses on the National Register, according to the National Park Service.
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