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for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
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Casey King  -   Bob Uglum brought guest Casey King, an insurance agent with Great Southern Agency.  Casey moved to Carrollton two years ago from Greenville Georgia.

 

 

 

 

 

Elizabeth Herrin  -   Elizabeth is married to Stuart Herrin.  She graduated from Bremen High School in 2012 and earned two undergraduate degrees and one Masters degree from UWG.  Elizabeth has worked in UWG Athletics for four years and she is Mitch Gray’s daughter.

 

 

 

 

 

Rhonda Bush  -  Rhonda has served as head tennis coach at UWG for the past three seasons.  She graduated from West Georgia College in 1991 with a degree In Finance.  She has lived in Carroll County since 1998 with husband Jeff Bush and twin boys Andrew and Bryan  Rhonda retired after twenty-nine years as a flight attendant with Delta Airlines.

 

 

 

Chris Mishler  -  Mrs. Mishler, visiting from Chesaning Michigan,  is the mother of Tressa Kelly.

 

 

 

 

 

Georgia Waddell  -  Georgia is the Circle-K President at UWG.

 

 

 

Timothy VanJohnson Jr – Timothy is the Circle-K Lieutenant Governor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Noah Brewer, Key Club Advisor at Carrollton High School, brought several Key Club Leaders:

Emma McBride,  Gunter Hamrick, James Noon, Mark Zimmer – Key Club Co-President, Isabelle Keller -Key Club V.P, and Sydney Cumby – Key Club Co-President.

Photographed (not in the order listed) with Jennifer McNiel, Key Club Liason

 

 

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for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
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Troy Vollenweider  - W. Troy Vollenweider joined the UGA SBDC at the University of West Georgia in January 2022.

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Erin Waters  -  We enjoyed and excellent program by Kiwanian Travis Thomaston, principal of Carrollton Junior High.  We were joined by prospective member Erin Waters, Manager of Wise Crack Chiropractic.  Sponsored by Jenny Ingram, Erin is a Carrollton native, Central High School graduate (where she was the band drum major), and a business major graduate of Georgia State University.  She loves dogs and is a person who "plans well and gets things done."  Despite my introduction, she promises to return! 

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Blake Wingo  -  Past President Clint Backstrom invited prospective member Blake Wingo.  Blake, a 2020 graduate of UWG, is currently enrolled in the graduate school.  A resident of Bowdon, Blake serves as the UWG Coordinator of the Title Nine Program.

 

 

 

Casey King  -  Golden K member, Bob Uglum, joined us for lunch and even brought us a prospective member, Casey King.  Originally from Greenville, GA, Casey is an insurance agent with Great Southern Agency in Carrollton, GA.  Casey was inquiring about an outstanding civic club and Bob told her "You can't do better than the Carrollton Kiwanis Club."  Keep up the great work, Bob!

 

 

 

Georgia Waddell, a Junior UWG Biology Major and President of Circle K, shared lunch with us.  She enjoys visiting our club and we enjoy her company as well.

 

 

 

 

Jackie McGuinn  -  Past President, Dale Williams, brought prospective member Jackie McGuinn.  Jackie has lived in the West Georgia area for the last 20 years while employed at Southwire and is now with Care Track.  She loves travelling and cooking.

 

-  Fred

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
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Allison Tanner  -  Today's meeting was special.  The gavel of the Presidency was placed in the capable hands of our new President, Johnny Tanner.  Also present was First Lady and wife Alison Tanner, lighting up the room with her smile and colorful attire.  Alison is an outstanding teacher, now close to retiring.  Born and raised in Montana, she and Johnny have three children.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Jason Bretch joined us for a second visit, a testament to his excitement about becoming a Kiwanian.  Sponsored by Will Ozier, Jason is Coordinator of Training for Deco Star.  A devoted woodworker, Jason and wife Allyson have a son named Knox.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

First Lady Karen Williams accompanied husband and our President, Dale Williams, as he completed his tenure as President and was honored with a Hixson award.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We were blessed with the presence of two outstanding members of Circle K:  Senior Timothy Van Johnson, Jr., who is majoring in Health and Community Wellness and now serves as Lieutenant-Governor for the Metro Area; and Georgia Waddell, a Biology major and President of Circle K.  Georgia, whose family and extended family live in Florida, is spear-heading an effort to provide assistance to victims of category 4 hurricane Ian.

Meet the Press:  Thanks Dan Minish for the newspaper coverage.

Let the visitor beware -
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with a FLARE !!!

Georgia Waddell   -  UWG Circle K President

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Georgia Waddell   -  UWG Circle K President

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Timothy VanJohnson Jr  - Circle K Lt. Governor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Kiara Robinson , UWG Circle K Social Events Chair.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Timothy VanJohnson, Jr.  , Circle K Metro Lt. Governor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Notable Attendance 

(Not a Guest)  - Welcome back Stuart Yahm !

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Tim Warren introduced the guests in Fred's absence.

 

Ryan Phillips  -  Paul McDaniel brought prospective member Ryan Phillips, the Cost Share Coordinator with the Georgia Forestry Commission.  Ryan and his wife have two daughters, ages four and two, and they just moved to Carrollton.  Ryan is a UGA graduate and his wife is originally from Roopville, Georgia.

 

 

 

 

Sarah Powell  -  Sarah Powell, the UWG Director of Government Relations and External Relations, accompanied Dr. Kelley to the meeting.   Sarah and her husband Jason met when both were students at UWG.

 

 

 

 

 

Joanna Reitz  -  Joanna is the new women's basketball coach at UWG.  She moved to Carrollton from Denver Colorado, and most recently coached at the University of Utah.  Coach Reitz visited to invite Kiwanians to attend and support the women's basketball team (and other teams) at UWG.

 

 

 

Bob Uglum  -  Bob Uglum, Golden K Kiwanian extraordinaire - visited to hear the UWG President.

 

 

 

 

 

Titan Bynum  -  Linda brought a special visitor - grandson Titan .

 

 

 

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Tim Warren introduced the guests in Fred's absence.

 

Ian Lyle  -   Mr. Lyle has been Principal at Carrollton High School - going on two years.  He and wife Brandi have two children:  Charlie and Reid.   A lifelong Carrollton resident,  Mr. Lyle is a graduate of Carrollton High School and UWG.

 

Paul Fitz-simons is serving his sixth year as Athletic Director.  He has coached football, basketball, and lacross.   Mr. Fitz-simons is married  to Alison Sanders, the 1999 CHS Homecoming Queen and they have two daughters.

 

Tucker Cole is the sports editor for the Time-Georgian.  He is a graduate from Haralson County High School and currently a junior Mass Communications  major at UWG.    The Kiwanis Club appreciates the coverage from the reporters Dan Minish and Tucker Cole.

 

 

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Jason Bretch - Will Ozier invited Jason Bretch.  Jason and his wife Allyson have one son:  Knox.

 

 

 

 

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Katie Gargan  - Ashley Hulsey invited her friend to lunch and check-out the Kiwanis Club.

Jeff McClendon  -  Dr. Ernest McClendon brought his son to lunch.  Jeff was in town helping celebrate the seventieth wedding anniversary of Ernst and Doris.

Mary Erickson  -  Mary enjoyed lunch and the program presented by her husband; Bill.

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Bruce Guthrie, Managing Editor with the TIMES-GEORGIAN, introduced reporter Kennae Hunter, who joined us to cover the excellent presentation by one of our own, Kiwanian Senator Mike Dugan.

 

 

OMA Project - Lemonade for Eliminate (eliminating maternal and neo-natal tetanus)  

OMA K-Kids  -  We were blessed with the presence of two Oak Mountain K-Kids:  President Alane Deloney (accompanied by her Dad, Robert) and Vice-President Aiden Swerttager (accompanied by her Dad, Ryan).  They spoke to the Club about their fund-raiser for the Eliminate Program and handed President Dale W. Williams a check for $1,500!  With Alane and Aiden were teachers Susie Hobbs (K-Kids Leader) and Michelle Alexander.  Thanks to Linda Robles for inviting them!

 

 

 

 

 

 

    Matt Sever  -  Grocery Magnate Johnny Tanner brought prospective member and Tanner Grocery Employee Matt Sever.

 

   

 

 

Taylor Wilson  -  Steve Fuller invited prospective member Taylor Wilson, an Executive Accountant, musician, chef.  Taylor and wife Shenea come to us from Atlanta.

 

 

 

   

 

 

 Susan Berry  -  Milton Berry invited wife Susan.  They are my wonderful neighbors and I appreciate their agreeing to allow me to stay in the neighborhood.

 

 

 

 

Fred

 

 

 

 

 

 

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

David McCracken  -  Past Governor, Richard Dixon, invited his pastor, Rev. David McCracken, called to Oak Grove Baptist Church from the wilds of Alabama.  David and his wife Melissa, have two sons, Asher and Isaac.

 

 

 

Jennifer McNeil  -  Jenny Ingram brought prospective member, Jennifer McNiel.  A mother of four, she works in the UWG Bursar's Office.  She and her children love attending the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast and Jennifer, a Key Club Member in her youth, is surely destined to join our outstanding club!

 

 

 

 

Roger Kaiser, Georgia Tech basketball star, beloved coach (60 years!) with 4 National Championships, author and sought-after public speaker, was the guest of Johnny Tanner, who is, after Roger's wife, Beverly Kaiser, the coach's biggest fan.  Asked to name the most significant accomplishment of his life, Roger said, "without question, marrying my wife, Beverly." 

 

 

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Evan Fuller  -  Steve Fuller invited son and prospective member, Evan Fuller.  Employed at Printpack, Evan experienced gratitude for getting his start at Tanner Grocery, one of three family generations to do so.  Evan and Steve bond riding motorcycles and working together at the family winery.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ramon Montgomery  -  Governor Richard Dixon brought prospective member Ramon Montgomery (with the Atlanta Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America).  Ramon serves as District Director for the Indian Springs District (Douglas and Carroll counties).  Ramon has two sons, with whom he enjoys outdoor activities.  He is also committed to mentoring young people. Ramon was observed filling out a membership application; despite my rowdy introduction of him, he's ready to join our club!

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Photo by Dan Minish:  Bob Myers, Kirsten Childs, (Leroy Child's granddaughter) and Mark Herring.

 

 

Neva Lomason Memorial Library hosted a ceremony for the grand unveiling of their LeRoy Childs wall display on April 2nd at 11 am.

This project honors the life and legacy of Mr. LeRoy Childs, who was a former Director of the West Georgia Regional Library System.

Mr. Childs was the first Black public library director in Georgia and was posthumously honored with the Georgia Public Library Service’s 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award.a

Leroy Childs served as President of the Carrollton Kiwanis Club 1985-86.

 

 

 

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
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with a FLARE !!!

Katherine Hinman  -   Katherine Hinman enjoyed lunch with husband John, and visited to support Dr. Welch in the the presentation of the  nursing program at UWG.

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for Dr. Fred Richards
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Tara Chapman  -  Mark Herring brought Kathy Chapman.  Tara, a guest of the Club, is the about-to-be President of the newly resurrected Haralson County Kiwanis Club.  Tara is the COO of the Haralson County Chamber of Commerce and her successful business, Ladies Way, was recently recognized as the Emerging Business of the Year.  Congratulations Tara, and thanks for your servant leadership!

 

 

 

Angela Thompson  -  Jenny Ingram invited Angela Thompson, beloved Central High School cheerleader who now serves as the Office Manager of Primerica in Carrollton.  A lover of cats, a fantastic dancer  (even in high heels), and younger sister to our own Steve Fuller, 4th District Carroll County Commissioner, Angela has the soul and spirit of what makes a great Kiwanian.

 

 

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Fulford family  -  We had a full house attending Kristi Fulford Garrett's program on the James R. Fulford Neurology Endowment Fund at Tanner Health System's Foundation.  Louise Reeves' guests included: Linda Fulford (wife of the late James R. Fulford and co-founder of RA-LIN and Associates), Andrea Chapman (daughter of Ray & Linda Fulford, married to Josh Chapman and planning a trip to Spain with her mother). 

 

 

 

Glynda Bailey  -  Bill Bailey was all smiles sitting next to his guest and wife Glynda Bailey, retired beautician and co-owner of Beauty Village in Carrollton.

 

 

 

 

   Karen Williams and Brandon Williams  -   President Dale Williams invited wife, Karen, and their son, Brandon Williams.  Brandon is a prospective member and is excited about his new job at RA-LIN.  He and wife Katie have two children, son Reese and daughter Mallory.

 

 

 

 

 

Scott McClendon  - Career Navy man and good son Scott McClendon visited his mother post-surgery and enjoyed a Kiwanis lunch and program with Ernest.

 

 

    David Lambert  -  Melanie Lambert arrived with her husband, David.  He looked handsome and tough in his leather motorcycle jacket!

 

 

   

Jami Bower  -  The club welcomed Jami Bower, wife of the late Art Bower, a beloved member of our club for whom this year's Dr. Seuss project was named.  Jami is working with University Advancement at UWG.

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for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
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Rick Scott  -  Linda Robles brought prospective member Richard "Rick" Scott to hear the memorable program.  Rick works with Southwire's outstanding 12-4 Life program.  He and his wife have three children.  They attend worship at CWOW (Church Without Walls).  Rick is dedicated to helping young people become productive and successful persons, capable of making positive contributions to the workplace and the communities in which they live.  Sounds like he was born to be a Kiwanian and member of our club!  

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Steve Fuller  - Despite my previous introduction, District 4 Carroll County Commissioner Steve Fuller not only returned but has submitted his membership application.  Co-sponsored by Johnny Tanner and Randy Miller, Steve is a U.S. Navy veteran, who earned a UWG B.A. and a Master in Education from Old Dominion University.  He's served as a coach and education teacher in the Carroll County Schools, is an active member of the American Legion, is owner and operator of Swamp Fox Vineyards, and, with Donna, has two sons  and three grandchildren.  And there is so much more!  Let Steve know we're glad he's now a Kiwanian!  Fred

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

-  Fred  

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Katheryn Grams  -  John Hinman brought wife, Kathryn Grams.  While John whispered into Kathryn's left ear tender declarations of love, I reminded fellow-Kiwanians that, in addition to being a past Dean of the UWG School of Nursing, Kathryn remains active in numerous organizations serving the community. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bruce Guthrie  -  Managing Editor of the Times--Georgian, also joined us.  We greatly appreciate the interest and support of representatives of the media.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ryan Dahlberg  -  While water poured into Z-6 at UWG, President Dale Williams and troubleshooter Neil Weathington went into alert mode and informed the membership to meet at Bakery 27/LittleHawaiian for today's meeting.  We shared a mouth-watering meal, devoured delicious desserts, and listened to an excellent program by Dr. Julie Post from the West Georgia Technical College. Accompanying Dr. Post was W.G.T.C. Director of IT, Ryan Dahlberg.  Ryan, relatively new to the area, lives in Haralson County.  He is married and has two daughters and was excited about attending the Daddy-Daughter Dance later today.

 

-  Fred  

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for Dr. Fred Richards
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Mary Erickson  -  Bill's wife, Mary, joined us to hear his talk.  Mary Erickson is a retired Associate Professor in the UWG School of Nursing.  She earned two degrees in Nursing from Emory University.  She can often be found at Gallery Row on the Square reading huge history books or traveling with Bill to keep him from getting into trouble in numerous countries around the world.

 

 

Beth Graf  -  Robert Graf invited wife, Beth (both neighbors of the Ericksons) to hear Bill's moving program.  Beth is a founding member of the St. Margaret's Episcotrailians and has a nursing degree from UWG, and a M.A. in Psychology, also from UWG.  As Robert says:  "Beth is exceptional:  she can heal the body, the s

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Dr. Susan Welch  -  Professor and Associate Dean in the UWG School of Nursing, has joined our club and will be inducted January 21st.  Sponsored by Jenny Ingram, Susan is an excellent addition to our club!

 

 

 

 

Troy Vollenweider  -  Jeremy Sabo and Will Ozier are sponsoring the return of Troy Vollenweider to the club.  Troy left us for a position in Brunswick but is now working at UWG as a Business Consultant.  Welcome back, Troy!

 

 

We enjoyed an interesting, informative program by Jennette Gayer, working with the Georgia Solar Energy Association.  Jennette Spoke about the importance and benefits of solar energy and its public and commercial use in Georgia.  Listening to Jeannette were two of our own, Kiwanians Tim Martin and John Hinman, energy visionaries promoting and implementing the use of solar energy in our area.

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
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with a FLARE !!!

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
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Dan Dixon  -  Past Georgia District Governor and outstanding Kiwanian Richard Dixon invited son and prospective member Dan Dixon.  Dan is owner of Carroll County Recover, a recovery program that works with the Carroll Drug Court.  Dan joined us to hear

Mike Ferarro and Nate Stephens present a moving and interesting talk on the Blake House and its program "regenerating men" to move beyond addictions and live purposeful, more meaningful lives.  Shane Sauls, a past member of the staff of the Blake House also joined us for lunch.

- Fred

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Guests October 29, 2021

Meet the Press - Times-Georgia staff reporter Dan Minish visited to cover the news shared by Linda Patterson Robles of the non-profit ministry of "It takes a Village".

Julie Williard  -  Craig Williard enjoyed lunch with his wife Julie.

  - Fred

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Guests October 22, 2021

Meet the Press - Times-Georgia staff personnel Bruce Guthrie and Dan Minish visited to cover the news shared by Kent Johnston, Parks Director of Carrollton Georgia.

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for Dr. Fred Richards
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Guests October 15, 2021

Dan Dixon  -  Richard Dixon invited son Dan, "The Man" Dixon, Addictions Counselor/Founder of Carroll County Recovers partnering with Carroll County Drug Court.  Dan is married to Kylie and they are the blessed parents of adorable daughter Macey.  A graduate of Central High School, Dan set a record for the shot put as a young lad and participated in the Junior Olympics.  He has Richard's and Nancy's DNA so is gifted with the athletic prowess that runs in the family.

Erin Backstrom, devoted wife of Clint, our Past Outstanding President attended today's meeting. She is a Simulation Nurse Educator at UWG and, of course, the much loved and appreciated past First Lady of our club.

Dan Minish, Times-Georgian reporter, was with us again to report on our program.  We're immensely grateful for Dan's commitment to attending our meetings and reporting on our programs and service to the community.  Let Dan know we appreciate what he does!

Let the visitor beware -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Guests October 1, 2021

Karen Williams  -  President Clint Backstrom said adieu and surrendered the gavel to Dale Williams.  Looking on with adoration was our new First Lady, Karen Williams, bringing to the inaugural occasion a combination of sweet solemnity and loving humor.

  Chantrice Swint  -   Derick Newton, over the years mentor to multitudes, brought once again another outstanding prospective member, Chantrice Swint, to our club.  A FInancial Advisor with Edward Jones, she is a graduate of UWG and also holds two master's degrees in her field.  She has two children, 15 and 17.  We look forward to her return.

 - Fred

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Guests September 24, 2021

Erin Backstrom  -  President Clint Backstrom was honored with a George P. Hixson Fellow award and a standing ovation as he concluded his outstanding service to the club during the pandemic.  First Lady Erin Backstrom, looked on with adoration as he received the award and then she and Clint also announced:   "We're having a baby in March!"

 Kathryn Grams  -  Also receiving a Hixson Award was John Hinman.  John was accompanied by his wife, Kathryn Grams, retired Dean of UWG's School of Nursing, who placed a kiss on John's lips as the club applauded him for his years of service.

Katie Holley  -  We were excited to induct a new member, Katie Holley, sponsored by Travis Thomason.  Travis praised Katie for her work as Assistant Principal at Carrollton Junior High School.   Katie loves traveling, crafts, and is a great fan of the Auburn Tigers.  She also spent 8 years in Asia (Burma) teaching English.  We assume Katie, as Assistant Principal., oversees discipline at the school.  Someone was overheard saying, "Hopefully, she'll be able to make the Club Herald behave."

 - Fred

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Guests September 17, 2021

 - Fred

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Guests September 10, 2021

Dan Minish -  The Times-Georgian reporter visited to hear Ryan Ayers speak to the Kiwanis Club.

 - Fred

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Guests September 3, 2021

Kelly Meigs, Hannah Collins, and Rita Miller  -  Loy Howard, Executive Director of the Tanner Health System, presented an overview of the services available, the status of present and future projects, and the hospital's being overwhelmed with the influx of Delta variant virus patients due significantly to the failure of persons to get vaccinated.  His entourage present to hear his program were:  Kelly Meigs, Vice President of Marketing Strategy and Planning, Tanner Health System, charged with promoting the many programs devoted to the health and welfare of all of us;  Hannah Collins, Service Line Community Outreach Coordinator, Tanner Health System; and Rita Miller, Executive Director of The Birches of Villa Rica, a community for seniors.

Dan Minish and Bruce Guthrie  -  The  media joined us to cover Loy Howard's newsworthy presentation.  Kiwanian Sue Horn, publisher of the Star News; Dan Minish,Times-Georgian reporter; and Bruce Guthrie, Managing Editor of the Times-Georgian, took copious notes to get out the news.

 - Fred

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Guests August 27, 2021

Chuck Robinson, Assistant Principal of Central High School, joined us to hear Darius Smiley, Head Football Coach at Central, present a program on the challenges of and the positive expectations for the gridiron season.  Coach Robinson played baseball at and is a proud graduate of UWG!

Bruce Guthrie & Dan Minish  - We appreciate always the support of representatives of the media who cover our programs and get out the word that we are the best civic club in Georgia!  Covering the program by Coach Smiley were Times Georgian Managing Editor, Bruce Guthrie, and reporter, Dan Minish.

 - Fred