James Ward of Malden, Mo., and Linda and Willard Cohen of Linn Creek, Mo., announce the engagement of their daughter, Shawna R. Ward, to Justin H. Hanks, both of Eldon, Mo. He is the son of Steve and Marsha Hanks of Eldon.

Ward is a 1993 graduate of Central High School, and received a manicuring license from the state of Missouri in 1997. She is employed at Windjammer Spa and Salon at Tan-Tara Resort in Osage Beach, Mo.

Hanks is a 1997 graduate of Eldon High School. He is a millwork specialist at Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse in Osage Beach.

The wedding is planned for Feb. 14, 2003.