John Deere Classic earns top PGA honors

The John Deere Classic continues to attract positive attention for its annual tournament at TPC Deere Run.

This time, the John Deere Classic earned an award for “Most Engaged Community” during the 2011 tournament. The PGA Tour presented the honors during its Tournament Advisory Council meetings on December 10.

Tournament Director Clair Peterson says it represents all the community involvement during the tournament’s 41-year history.

“We raised $5.3 million for charity in 2011, and in this community that really makes an impact,” he said.

The 2012 John Deere Classic will take place July 9-15 at TPC Deere Run.