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| Posted by Keri Mohror on May 30, 2013
| The Alexandria Rotary Club met at the Alexandria Opportunities Center for its May 30, 2013, meeting. Center Director Mike Burke provided some background on the work of the center, which has been in existence in its present form for 26 years. The center employs 135 disabled persons who do piece work for local manufacturers. After lunch, the group had a tour of the facility. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on May 23, 2013
 | Rotarians were treated to a pop concert by the Jefferson High School choir at their May 23, 2013, meeting. Thanks, choristers! | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Apr 25, 2013
 | At the April 25, 2013, meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Reed Becker introduced Chuck Gulsvig and Ashlie Bradley of Sanford Health. Gulsvig spoke on Sanford's overall mission and changes and enhancements to services since Sanford acquired Broadway Medical Clinic. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Apr 18, 2013
 | At the April 18, 2013, meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Rotarian Keith Meyer introduced Mary Yaw, founder of Titus2. Yaw updated the club on activities of the Titus2 ministry, which provides transitional housing and divorce care services for women. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Apr 18, 2013
 | Two new members were inducted at the April 18, 2013, meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club. Welcome, Tyler Golberg and Eric Ristvedt! | | | Posted by Keri Mohror
 | At the April 4, 2013, meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Rotarian Mark Maloney welcomed Pete Thomes, director of Biz to Biz. The organization is a referral-based group that seeks to increase revenue for its members. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Mar 07, 2013
 | At the March 7, 2013, meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Rotarian Mike Johnson introduced guest speaker Carliss Stark. Carliss appeared on behalf of the United Way of Douglas & Pope Counties, and shared the impact of that organization's work. She noted that the top issue the agency is dealing with currently is hunger. The United Way serves 250-300 families monthly at its food drop and provides bags of food at area schools for youngsters who would otherwise go hungry over the weekends. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Feb 28, 2013
 | At the February 28 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Rotarian Linda Roles introduced fellow Rotarian Larry Zilliox. Larry presented on the Rotary Foundation's million dollar campaign. Contributing to the Rotary Foundation supports the organization's primary areas of focus:
1) Eradicating Polio
2) Supporting basic education and literacy
3) Promoting peace and conflict resolution
4) Reducing child mortality
5) Fighting hunger | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Feb 21, 2013
 | At its February 21, 2013, meeting, the Alexandria Rotary Club welcomed Jeff Bartholomew, director of the local YMCA. He spoke to the group on the success of the YMCA in its first two years and a new, $2.5 million capital campaign that will construct new child watch and multi-use space as well as outdoor fields at the facility. If the campaign is successful, the YMCA expects to have the new space available for use by January 1, 2014. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Feb 14, 2013
 | At the February 14 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Rotarian Shawn Reilly introduced Craig Kronholm of the Coalition for Impartial Justice. The broad-based, non-partisan organization advocates for a constitutional ballot question that allows voters the opportunity to decide how they would like to select and retain judges in Minnesota. | | | Posted by Select Member on Feb 07, 2013
 | Members of the Alexandria Rotary Club and their families packed 10,000 meals to be delivered to hungry kids locally and around the world. The Kids Against Hunger event was held February 7, 2013.
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 | At the January 24, 2013 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Nick Heydt introduced his father, John Heydt, and Carol Wenner, representatives of the Inclusion Network. The organization's mission is to provide access to learning opportunities, dialogues and experiences which support actions toward equality and justice to strengthen our community. The group provides training, and is beginning to provide resources on bullying. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Jan 17, 2013
 | At the January 17 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Rotarian Stuart Henrickson introduced Sandy Domine of the MS Society, who spoke on that organization's mission and work. |
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 | At the January 3, 2013 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Brett Grinager, master distiller for the Panther Distillery in Osakis, spoke to the group about the process and challenges of starting a distillery and the company's plans for the future. Panther Distillery was scheduled to launch its first beverage, "Whitewater Whiskey," in early January. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror
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Member Larry Zilliox spoke at the December 27 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club on his recent trip to Bangladdesh and Nepal. Zilliox was one of 70 international volunteers who participated in Habitat for Humanity Bangladesh's first large-scale volunteer build. The volunteers worked to complete 10 brick houses. Zilliox also shared slides and anecdotes from his stay in Nepal. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror
 | Once again, the Jefferson Carolers provided wonderful entertainment for the Alexandria Rotary Club's December 20 meeting. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Dec 06, 2012
 | This week Rotarians will be delivering dictionaries to third grade classes in the area, an annual project of the club. Pictured are members Bill Bolm, Coni McKay, Jeremy Anderson and Nicole Nettleton. The dictionaries are funded through the club's fundraising efforts. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Nov 29, 2012
 | At the November 29, 2012, meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Brian Gibson welcomed Jenna Payne of Someplace Safe, a nonprofit organization that seeks to eliminate violence in West Central Minnesota and beyond. She provided information about "breaking the silence" around domestic abuse, which is the most common killer of women in the United States; medical costs associated with domestic violence total $5.8 billion annually. She also shared tips for identifying and responding to incidences of domestic violence. Someplace Safe served 780 victims of domestic abuse in 2012. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Nov 29, 2012
 | Several new members were inducted into the Alexandria Rotary Club at the November 29, 2012, meeting. Rotarian Todd Emmons installed the members, who included (left to right) Pat Kalina, Beth Telander, Carl Vaagenes, Kathy Patton, Sara Stadtherr,Connie Mondry and Nicole Nettleton. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror
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Mike Weber, Chris Mohr, Connie McKay,
Todd Emmons | At the November 8, 2012, meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Todd Emmons welcomed fellow Rotarian and Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Coni McKay. Coni spoke on the Leadership Alexandria program, established in 1991. To date, 400 individuals have participated in the program, which offers specialized training and experiences designed to build leadership skills. Mike Weber, Alexandria City Planner and 1992 graduate of the course, and Chris Mohr of Glenwood State Bank, a 2012 alumna of the program, also spoke about how participation impacted their lives and careers. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Oct 25, 2012
 | Rotarians Jim Bill and Vic Dale were happy to pose with two dozen of the exquisite roses available October 25 through the annual Rotary rose sale. Members collected their roses at the H.Boyd Nelson facility, which has kindly hosted the event for several years. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Oct 19, 2012
 | At the October 18, 2012, meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, member Sue Jung introduced Tami Bredeson of Carlos Creek Winery as guest speaker. She discussed the history of the winery and how it operates. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Oct 19, 2012
 | The Alexandria Rotary Club was proud to celebrate Honorary Member Bud Kolstad's 99th birthday at the October 18, 2012, meeting. He's pictured here with members Kathy Patton and Janet Baker Nevalainen. Hats off to you, Bud! | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Oct 11, 2012
 | At the October 11 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, a crack team of "sales consultants" presented tips and strategies to boost the club's annual Rose Sale fundraiser. The club has set a goal of increasing the number of orders by one dozen per member this year. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror
 | Past President Rachel Barduson and current President Patty Peterson presented a check for $5,000 to representatives Beth Hoover and Annie Skoglund of the Douglas County Historical Society. The funds, from a district grant, will be used to construct a shed for the Historical Society's garden. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Oct 04, 2012
 | The Alexandria Rotary Club welcomed the new coach and two players from the Alexandria Blizzard hockey team to their October 4 meeting. Coach Jeff Crouse introduced players Garrett Skinner and Ian Eckland and provided an overview of the team and its activities. The team recently transitioned to a Tier 3 team, comprising players aged 16-20. They are 3-2 on the season so far. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Sep 20, 2012
 | At the September 20, 2012 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Rotarian JoEllen Doebbert encouraged members to reflect on the "bridges" they are constructing to leave to future generations. How do we make a difference in the lives of others? What are our passions, and how are our actions a reflection of what's important to us? At the conclusion of the presentation, several Rotarians shared their stories of "bridge-builders" they've encountered in their own lives. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Sep 13, 2012
 | At the September 13 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Rotarian Vic Dale introduced Karen Simmons, director of the Douglas County Library. Simmons, who calls the library "the best bargain in town," discussed how new technologies, especially digital books and e-readers, are changing how libraries operate. She also noted that the local library has recently begun programming targeted at teens. She reminded members that September is Library Card Sign-Up Month and invited them to join the Friends of the Library. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Sep 06, 2012
 | The atmosphere was electric at the September 6 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, as Rotarian Al Crowser and several colleagues from Alexandria Light & Power provided the program. Al introduced Board of Public Works members Steve Senden, John Perino and fellow Rotarian Rick Paulsen. After briefly overviewing ALP's important role in the community, Al turned the program over to Operations Manager Scott Deitz. He offered more information, including updates on projects ALP has recently completed or will soon undertake. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Aug 30, 2012
 | Rotarians were on their best behavior at the August 30 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, which welcomed Douglas County Sheriff Troy Wolbersen as special guest. Wolbersen, introduced by Kim Collins, described the new ARMOR (Allied Radio Matrix for Operational Response) radio system that will replace the county's antiquated analog system. The infrastructure of the new digital system will be funded by the state of Minnesota, while the county will provide all stationary and mobile radio equipment. The new system will allow greater ease of communication among law enforcement and other public service agencies. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Aug 09, 2012
 | The Alexandria Rotary Club held the August 9 meeting at City Park for a fish fry. It was a sunny but cool and comfortable day in Alexandria and, as usually is the case for this annual event, Rotarians brought along many guests. In lieu of the normal weekly guest speaker, the guests were put to work sharing their biography. Each was handed the microphone and learning and laughing ensued. Club members also welcomed the newest Rotarian in Alexandria, Pat Kalina. Pat is Marketing and Communication Coordinator at the Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Aug 02, 2012
 | The Alexandria Rotary was honored to welcome District Governor Bob Stoll to its August 2, 2012, meeting. Governor Stoll shared his story of how overcoming an abusive childhood inspired him to want to make a difference in the world through Rotary. He also reminded members of Rotary's many accomplishments, goals and programs, including the fight to eradicate polio. He further outlined Rotary International's three-pronged strategic plan to support and strengthen clubs, focus and increase humanitarian services and enhance Rotary's public image and awareness. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Jul 26, 2012
 | Alexandria Rotary members and their guests enjoyed a delightful picnic supper at Carlos State Park on July 26, followed by games including bocce ball, washer toss and kickball. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Jul 19, 2012
 | At the July 19, 2012, meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Rotarian Linda Kloubec introduced guest speaker Mike Burke. Burke is the new director of the Alexandria Opportunity Center, a nonprofit organization that provides employment opportunities and assistance to individuals with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. The center currently serves 133 clients. Clients at the center typically do piece work, and the center processed 12 million units of various pieces last year. The AOC also assists with supportive employment of individuals in the community. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror
 | At the July 5, 2012 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, guest Rotarian Corrine Lewis introduced her special guest, 18-year-old Tirza Wonderwolf from near Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Tirza shared some information about her home country and the differences between The Netherlands and what she's seen here in the United States. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Jun 28, 2012
 | At the June 28, 2012, meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, 2011-12 President Rachel Barduson concluded a successful year and handed the gavel to incoming President Patty Peterson. The international theme for the upcoming Rotary year is Peace through Service. Following the transfer of power, the membership divided into committee groups to conduct a planning assembly for the coming year. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Jun 14, 2012
 | At the June 14 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Rotarian Craig Mische introduced Jason Bergmann, who spoke to the club about Heifer International. The organization provides livestock and other resources and supports sustainable agriculture worldwide. Bergmann noted that Heifer International's work in helping individuals and families become self sufficient has the secondary effect of supporting education and the empowerment of women in those communities as well. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Jun 07, 2012
 | Members of the Alexandria Rotary Club learned about changes to the pork industry at their June 7, 2012, meeting. Rotarian Jim Bill welcomed guest speaker Pam Gierke of Gierke Farms, who spoke on behalf of the Pork Producers Association. She discussed how new science and technologies, especially in genetics, are impacting the industry by creating more efficient farming and healthier, leaner product. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on May 24, 2012
 | Rotarians learned about the importance of tourism to the local economy at the Alexandria Rotary Club's May 23, 2012, meeting. Rotarian Virgil Batesole introduced Sara Stadtherr, director of the Alexandria Hotel & Hospitality Association. She spoke on the ways the association promotes the area to potential visitors and supports local programs and events. She reported that tourism and the hospitality industry create $92 million in sales annually and support 2,087 jobs in Douglas County. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on May 17, 2012
 | At this week's Alexandria Rotary Club meeting, members learned about Diversity Resource Action Alliance (DRAA). Formed in 2003, DRAA is a volunteer community organization committed to strengthening the understanding and appreciation of diversity and cultural differences in the greater Alexandria Area. Deb LeDoux began the presentation with a background an overview of DRAA including its mission: "DRAA provides a platform for building and strengthening community understanding and appreciation of diversity and cultural differences". Scott Keehn followed with a information about a Inclusion Network training. Inclusion Network volunteer trainers provide diversity and inclusion training, consulting and facilitation services to empower people to take action towards greater equality. If you'd like to learn more about DRAA, visit www.diversitytoday.org. You can also find them on Facebook at facebook.com/diversityresourceactionAlliance.
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 | Coach Randy Albers and three members of the Jefferson High School fast-pitch softball squad were special guests at the May 10 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club. Albers spoke briefly of his own softball history, and the team members - Lauren Trumm, Macaille Lucas and Taylor Ellingsen - introduced themselves and answered questions about the team and their sport. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Apr 19, 2012
 | Several new members were inducted into the Alexandria Rotary Club at its April 19, 2012, meeting. Pictured at left are Jonathan Olson, Sam Steidl, Vic Dale and Randi Thompson.x | 
| Rick Paulsen, chair of the Fundraising Committee, accepted a District award for the Alexandria Club's bean bag fundraiser, which garnered funds for the Polio Plus campaign. |  | The Alexandria Club was recognized with a Honorable Mention Award for membership development at the District Conference. The membership team, comprising Todd Emmons, Brian Simon and Jeff Montgomery, accepted the certificate at the April 19 meeting. |  | Tim Bush, club president for the 2010-11 program year, accepted the district Award of Excellence for community service. The award recognized the club's $15,000 contribution to the Maritime Gardens in Alexandria. The club funded construction of a gazebo in the new gardens. |  | Longtime Rotarian William "Rock" Anderson received a "Service Above Self" Award from the district in recognition of his many years of committed service to the local club. Left: President Rachel Barduson offers Anderson congratulations on behalf of the club. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Apr 19, 2012
 | Jefferson High School sophomores Bryce Klang (pictured left), Kacy McCormick and Molly Schouweiler, along with their adviser, JHS math instructor Jeremy Bydlon, were special guests at the April 19, 2012 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club. The students are members of the Mechatronics Robotics Team. The club participates in competitions in which they are tasked with designing and constructing a functional robot capable of performing specified actions. The students demonstrated their current robots, nicknamed Murphy and Rover. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Apr 12, 2012
 | At the April 12 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Rotarian Andrew Wiener introduced his sister, Kristin Grode, as the guest speaker. Kristen founded an organization, "The Diaper Drive," that collects disposable diapers for distribution to needy families through local social service agencies. Since beginning the effort in 2010, the group has collected nearly half a million diapers, of which 140,000 were collected through the Alexandria chapter. The Diaper Drive has grown to six chapters in Minnesota and the Dakotas. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Apr 05, 2012
 | “Giving Back” was the theme of the Alexandria Rotary Club’s April 5 meeting, as two Rotarians, William “Rock” Anderson and Craig Mische, will be honored for “service above self” at the district conference; additionally, the club learned about the Alexandria Community Foundation’s efforts. Rotarian Tim Bush introduced Jeff Restad, member of the AACF’s Board of Directors, and Glen Tautges, a representative of the Central Minnesota Community Foundation. Restad shared that the Alexandria Community Foundation partnered last year with the Central Minnesota Community Fund, headquartered in St. Cloud. The partnership allows the local organization to leverage the expertise of the SCMCF. The Alexandria foundation currently holds nearly $700,000 in unrestricted funds and recently received an Otto Bremer Foundation grant of $360,000.
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 | Homes, hope and community were the theme of the March 29 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, as Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Lori Anderson shared the work of that organization in Douglas County. Now celebrating its 15th year, Habitat has constructed 30 homes since 1997 and has five projects planned for the upcoming build season. The group also contributes internationally, sending a delegation to Cambodia last year to work on Habitat homes in that impoverished region. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Mar 19, 2012
 | The second annual bean bag tournament was held Saturday, March 17 at Broadway Ballroom. Watch for a recap of the event coming soon, and check out additional photos in the photo gallery! | | | Posted by Keri Mohror
 ; | At the March 8 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, the members gained more information about the zebra mussel threat from guest speaker Bonnie Huettle (pictured here with Rotarian Sam Steidl). She is the president of the Douglas County Lakes Association, an organization that promotes awareness and prevention of invasive species in area lakes. |  | Also, the club got a preview of the March 17 beanbag tournament when Nick Heydt, Brad Nyberg, Wayne Elton and Rick Paulsen (pictured at left) demonstrated their bag-throwing techniques. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror
 | At the March 1, 2012 meeting, members of the Alexandria Rotary Club welcomed Carol Wenner, fundraising director for the Alexandria branch of Kids Against Hunger. She shared that the organization, founded by Richard Proudfit, packs specially developed meal packets that are shipped around the world; in addition, a third of the meals packed stay in the local community to feed the hungry here. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror
 | At the February 23, 2012 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, Rotarian Rick Paulsen introduced Chuck Bokinskie. Bokinskie, a member of the local Viking Sportsmen, Inc., organization, shared that group’s goal to return the Alexandria lakes area to its previous glory as the “fish bowl of the nation.” To date, the organization has stocked 21 lakes with more than half a million walleye fingerlings. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror
 | The Alexandria Rotary Club visited Douglas County Hospital to learn about recent additions to the facility. Rotarian Carl Vaagenes hosted the club. The hospital is a county-owned acute-care hospital with 127 beeds serving approximately 150,000 people in Central Minnesota. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror
 | Tom Wacholz (ORB Management), Dee Peshek (Chairperson of Luther Crest's Board) and Rob Barse (ORB Management) were invited to the February 2 Rotary Club meeting by Rotarian Jody Shaskey-Setright to share Luther Crest's vision of their future.Originally a boys' camp, Luther Crest is now a year-round retreat center. | | | Posted by Keri Mohror
 | At the January 27 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club, member Jeff Schiffman introduced Alexandria Fire Chief Jeff Karrow. Karrow provided a dissection of the major Sun-Opta fire of January 2011, relating how the fire department responded to the 29-hour crisis. The fire fighters battled -34 F temperatures in addition to the fire, which complicated the operation. |
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 | Despite frigid temperatures, members of the Alexandria Rotary Club were warmed at their January 19, 2012, meeting by a reminder of how Rotary makes an impact in the community. Rotarian Linda Roles introduced Linda Dolan, Director of Scholarships at Alexandria Technical & Community College. Dolan noted that the Alexandria club has funded two students with $500 scholarships for the current academic year, and has awarded a total of nine $500 scholarships over the past five years. She then introduced Stephanie Schultz, a student in the marine engine program at ATCC and a recipient of the Rotary scholarship this year. |
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 | At their first meeting of 2012, the Alexandria Rotary Club welcomed Jennifer Odland of the Alexandria Technical & Community College Foundation. She was introduced by Rotarian Kathy Nohre. Jennifer discussed the history of the new student housing project at ATCC, scheduled to receive its first students this coming fall. |
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 | Representatives from the Alexandria Blizzard hockey team were the special guests at the December 29, 2011 meeting of the Alexandria Rotary Club. The team's business manager, Bryant Black, was introduced by Rotarian Jason Pohlen. Black was joined by team co-captains Tom Williams and Vadim Gyesbreghs as well as Coach Doc DelCastillo. |
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 | The Alexandria Rotary Club was awarded a $500 neighborhood community grant to furnish a new hobby room at Grand Arbor senior living center. Larry Zilliox presented the check to Knute Nelson Home's Katie Perry at the December 22 meeting. |
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Give a warm welcome to our newest member, Andrew Wiener, an attorney with Tillitt, McCarten, Johnson & Haseman, Ltd. Andrew was sponsored by Ralph Tillitt. Glad to have you with us, Andrew! | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Dec 15, 2011
 | The Alexandria Rotary Club was entertained at its December 15 meeting by the Jefferson High School Carolers. |
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 | We extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Don Kramer, who passed away Tuesday, November 8. Don had been a member of the Alexandria Rotary Club since 1972. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, November 16 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church in Alexandria. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 15 from 4 to 7 p.m. with parish prayers at 4:30 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home. Don was a faithful member and cheerful presence at Rotary meetings, and will be deeply missed. |
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Former District Governor and Alexandria Rotarian Larry Zilliox demonstrates how very close we really are to ending Polio in the world.  | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Oct 18, 2011
Condolences to Dave Anderson on the loss of his mother Lavonne. We also extend our sincere sympathy to Larry Zilliox, whose friend Sue Fischer passed away on Saturday. Also, please keep Don Kramer in your thoughts and prayers, as he has suffered a stroke. We will post more information as it becomes available. | | Posted by Keri Mohror on Oct 14, 2011
 | World service is one of the four major avenues of service for Rotarians. Rotary facilitates hundreds of millions of dollars a year of cash and volunteer services internationally. Our mission is to enhance education, promote self-help and train people around the world. Some examples:SafeWater Plus: Districts 5950 and 5960 are partnering with World Vision and Haiti Outreach for a $2 million safe water project in the Central Plateau Region of Haiti. We’re in the process of drilling and repairing 141 wells, building 1,200 latrines and providing health and sanitation education. Ambassadorial Scholarships. Rotary offers the world’s largest privately funded international scholarships program. World Community Service. District 5950’s World Community Service Committee coordinates designated matching grant funds from Rotary International. Youth Exchange. Youth Exchange provides opportunities for young people to meet people from other cultures and to live in their countries and homes – enriching the lives of both families and countries. Rotary Foundation. The mission of the Foundation is to advance world understanding, goodwill and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education and the alleviation of poverty. Group Study Exchange. GSE is a vital part of how Rotary builds international community. For more information about Rotary’s world service initiatives, visit www.rotary.org. |
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 | Happy 97th birthday October 13 to Rotarian Bud Kolstad! |
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 | Rotarian Brad Nyberg introduced Dave Rush, Land and Resource Director, who provided an overview of the Douglas County Comprehensive Land Use Plan. Also, a couple of high-class sales consultants provided training for the upcoming rose sale fundraiser. |
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| Feb 21, 2013 Welcome to our newest Rotarians, Lynelle Brickweg and Cliff Korkowski. Welcome to the club! | | May 31, 2013 June 1 - Rodger Nelson
June 5 - Bill Bolm
June 5 - Richard Lahn
June 17 - Kathy Nohre
June 17 - Adam Becker
June 18 - Lynelle Brickweg
June 21 - Tim Moe
June 26 - Lesley Stewart | | May 31, 2013 June 6 - Ron & Annette Sletto
June 6 - Greg & Tammy Huss
June 12 - Jim & Anne Eidsvold
June 19 - Brian & Emily Simon
June 20 - Jody & Steve Hanson
June 26 - Shawn & Christine Reilly
June 27 - Richard & Denise Lahn
June 28 - Mark & Sally Anderson
June 29 - Al & Cindy Crowser
June 29 - Jody & Carl Shaskey-Setright |
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