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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

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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

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Guests August 20, 2021

Randy Harper  -  Joe Tarshis invited prospective member, Randy Harper.  Randy, born in Newnan, is a Southwire employee who has worked there for over 43 years.  He has four children and ten grandchildren. In addition to enjoying being a grandfather, he's a car enthusiast.

Hugh Bass  -  Bo Bass brought Dad, Hugh Bass.  Hugh is a retired real estate appraiser, a well-known local citizen known for his sense of humor, and is greatly appreciated as the father who helped bring two of our members into the world:  Bo and John.  Thanks, Hugh, and please come back often to visit the club!

 

 - Fred

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Friday the 13th, August 2021

Ian Lyle, Principal of Carrollton High School, joined us to "give support" to program presenter, Joey King, the new Head Coach of the Carrollton Trojans.

Media representatives also joined us:  Reporter, Dan Minish and Managing Editor, Bruce Guthrie, of the TIMES-GEORGIAN.Bruce, invited by Mark Herrin, is new to Carrollton.  His wife and three children will arrive soon, moving here in about a month from Arkansas.  

Mark Herrin also brought prospective member Jeff Hughes with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.  Jeff, who has a great sense of humor, has been married for 34 years "to the same woman!"  They have two adult children and a daughter who is an artist, and a son who is an Army Infantry officer.

Javeese Smith invited prospective member Bruce Kirby.  Bruce is with Southwire and works to make a difference by involvement in the community and helping others.

Jenny Ingram brought prospective member and marketing professional Camellia Chandler.  Camellia and her husband come to us from Woodstock, GA and now reside in Bowdon.  She is about to give birth to a baby boy - hopefully a future, prospective Kiwanian!

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August 6, 2021

Hollie Presnal  -  Mark Herring brought prospective member Hollie Presnal, currently the Program Manager for the UWG Continuing Education Department.

Patrick Morgan  -  V.P. Johnny Tanner brought Patrick Morgan.   Patrick graduated from UGA with a degree in Finance.  He is a fourth generation family member in the Morgan Oil Company.  Patrick loves to disc golf, and enjoys serving as a grill master. 

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July 30, 2021

We had a large, enthusiastic gathering waiting to hear Laura Richards' inspiring and entertaining program on the Carrollton Greenbelt.  Johnny Tanner invited daughter Molly Tanner and sister Lisa Barber.  Molly is a smart, personable Art Education major at the University of North Georgia in Dahlonega.  Lisa is a pastor's wife now living in Florence, AL.  They have three teenage children.  Lisa is active in community theatre and musicals.  When she was a child, she managed a successful lemonade stand and sold huge amounts of Girl Scout cookies on Dixie Street.

Jim Carter invited special friend, Cathy Perry.  Jim bragged about her being the first Vice President of the Carrollton Civic Women's Club.  Cathy is retired from a successful career in the automotive industry.

Mark Herring brought prospective member, Ann East.  Ann is a loan officer at Ag South Farm Credit.  She lives in Lineville, Alabama and is a loyal football fan.  Roll Tide!

Mitch Clifton invited prospective member Melissa Cox, Director of Development in the University Advancement Division.  A UWG graduate with a BA in Business Administration, she's happy to be back home at UWG.

UWG Development Team members Nichole Fannin and Ketty Cusick joined us to celebrate UWG student Katie Enderle, who is this year's recipient of the Col. Frank Jones Scholarship.  Members who knew Frank miss him.  He'd be impressed and proud knowing that Katie has been awarded the scholarship in his name.

          

 - Fred

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July 23, 2021

Our program presenter and sister of Johnny Tanner, Sally Macaulay and an array of interesting guests made for an exciting, informative meeting.  Alison Tanner, wife of Johnny Tanner and the woman who made him into the outstanding, manly man he is, joined us to hear Sally's presentation on the Marietta Chalkoberfest.  Marietta Kiwanian, Andy Gaines, was present to hear Sally, his fellow Marietta Kiwanian, present the program.

Brightening up the meeting was Katie Macaulay, oldest daughter of Hugh and Sally Macaulay.  Katie works in insurance sales for the Farmers' Insurance Company.  Most likely Katie is the inspiration for the Farmers' TV ad that announces:  {"We know a thing or two because we've seen a thing or two."  Come back to see us, Kalie!

Our own Tim Chapman, Superintendent of the Carrollton Center for the Arts, distributed a brochure reminding us all we have a fantastic arts center right here in town.

     

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Guests July 16, 2021

Tyler Paul Smith  -  Jack Whitman invited Georgia Representative Tyler Paul Smith (representing District 18).  A graduate of Bremen High School, the Citadel, and Atlanta's John Marshall Law School, Representative Smith informed us he considers one of his greatest accomplishments being invited to be part of Jack's pool shooting team.  Smith has a sense of humor; after Jack told him the Club Herald is a Democrat, Smith quipped:  "It's good knowing this is a bipartisan group."

Kiwanian Mike Renfrow, a UWG retiree who's been enjoying his retirement for years, joined us for lunch. It's always a treat to get to spend time with Mike.

Stephanie Cirasa  -  John Hinman did a yeoman's job of introducing our program:  Stephanie Cirasa, Director of the Waypoint Ranch, a program dedicated to helping veterans and their families heal from the consequences of their service to America.  She was accompanied by veterans Jay DeBaker and Tiffany Savage, who work with Stephanie in the program.

John Nino  -  Sponsored by Joe Tarshis, John Nino, Retired Army veteran (Military Police) was inducted into the club.  Thanks, John, for choosing our Kiwanis club.

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Guests July 09, 2021

Mike Speir  -  Dale Williams invited prospective member and well-known Carrollton native, Mike Speir, who achieved fame in 1969 when chosen Employee of the Year at the T-Burger, then a local teenage hangout serving the likes of Jim Collins, Richard Dixson (who are well-known for consuming a record number of hotdogs and burgers).  A marine (USMC, 1971-1993) and in possession of numerous academic degrees:  CHS (1970), UWG (1978), and UGA (1989, 1993), Mike is looking forward to cooking burgers at the annual cookout for Senior citizens.

John Nino - Retired Army Veteran (Military Police!), John Nino, returned and brought with him his membership application.  Sponsored by Joe Tarshis, John is a devotee of photography, wood-working, and railroading.  Thank you, John, for checking out our club and deciding to get on board!

Dan Minish  -  Reporter for the TIMES-GEORGIAN, Dan Minish, joined us to cover our program.  We're grateful for the media's interest in all our club does to serve the children of the communty.

The Carrollton Kiwanis Foundation presents a check to Derick Newton for the Carroll County Mentor Program.  The continuous support of the Mentor Program helps mentor school age kids, and helps provide scholarships to students that graduate high school and continue to attend an education institution.  The Kiwanis Foundation has been a partner in the community impact of the Mentor Program.

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Guests June 25, 2021

Linda Robles brought friend, Addie Weiss, as a guest.  Addie is a first grader who dreams of being a doctor so she can help others.  Let's keep in touch with Addie; she's surely destined to be a future Kiwanian.

Susan Smith, a prospective member and sister to new member Sandra Morris (who is current Rotarian of the Year) joined us to hear the great program by Chief Joel Richards and Sheriff Terry Langley.  Susan is the retired Associate Director of Ingram Library and presently also President of the Pilot Club of Haralson County.  Please come back, Susan to make Sandra Morris behave.

Joe Tarshis brought prospective member John Nino.  John "returned to have a second look."  He is an Army veteran who served in the Military Police and moved here from Arkansas with his wife.  Sounds like he was called here to become a Kiwanian.  Thanks for returning, John, for "a second look."

  Member Sue Horn (publisher of the Star News) and Dan Minish (reporter for the Times-Georgian) also joined us to report on our Friday program.

 

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Guests June 11, 2021

Susan Smith is a retired UWG Librarian who lives on a farm in Bowdon and is president of the Haralson County Pilot Club.  

Melanie Lambert invited husband, David, to share a romantic lunch date. 

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Guests May 28, 2021

Judy White  -  Derick Newton invited Judy White, his Edward Jones Office Manager, to hear the inspirationally-moving presentation by Kiki McDaniel (assisted by her husband and our friend and former member of our club, Tracy) on the Chase the Victory non-profit organization the McDaniels established in honor of their son, Chase, who died from cancer in 2019.  Judy has worked with Derick for sixteen years and says, "Working with Derick is, every day, a joyful experience."

Sandra Morris  -  Neil Weathington invited prospective member Sandra Morris, servant leader and community activist.  Sandra, County School Board Chair and consultant to non-profit Safe Families for Children, has submitted her membership application.  It's clear Sandra knows where the action is!

David Lambert  -  Melanie Lambert was accompanied by husband David.  Having them both at the meeting reminds us that love and romance are still alive and well in Carroll County.

Wayne Reynolds  -  Kiwanian Sue Horn, publisher of the STAR NEWS sent writer and Director of Advertising, Wayne Reynolds, to cover Kiki McDaniel's program. We always appreciate the presence of the media at our programs.

John Nino  -  Joe Tarshis brought prospective member, John Nino.  John comes to us from Arkansas.  A veteran, he recently spent seven years working with the Georgia Governor's Military Affairs Committee. John enjoys model railroading and woodworking.  He's married, with two sons and two step-children.  Bring him back, Joe!

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Guests May 14, 2021

Bill Bailey and Chris Criswell  -    We were witness to a memorable, festive event when the entire club bellowed out a Happy Birthday tune to celebrate the birthday of Louise (Lulu) Reeves, member extraordinaire and superstar athlete.  Lulu was flanked on either side by Coach Chris Criswell and Coach Bill Bailey, the three constituting a trinity of well-known stars of the Georgia sports scene.  Chris, confessing he is a better judge than a cook and brother of our outstanding program presenter, retired Coach Tim Criswell, is a veteran World Championship Chili Judge and has served nine times as a judge at the internationally known chili challenge in Terlingua, Texas.  Bill Bailey, now a real estate agent, announced he is now available to help us buy or sell a home.  [Bill Bailey has submitted his membership application !]

Stuart Lewis  -  Milton Berry invited guest and hopefully prospective member, Fred Lewis, a person as terrific as his first name!  A retired coach and teacher, he is also the proud dad of Stuart Lewis, a retired coach/teacher who has been in Carrollton since 1981.  Fred Lewis has the spirit and soul of a Kiwanian.  Milton, bring him back to us!  Bill Bailey and Tim Criswell are also considering joining the club.  It was a great meeting!

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Guests January 22, 2021

Dr. Tressa Kelly -   The First Lady of UWG accompanied her husband  and enjoyed lunch and program with the Kiwanis Club.

Jami Bower  -   Art Bower brought his wife Jami; Associate V.P. of Constituent Relations and Engagement at UWG.  Originally from Heflin Alabama, Jami attended the University of Alabama.  She has been at UWG for ten years.

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Guests January 8, 2021

Carri Tarpley  -  

Carrie Tarpley joined us to hear a deeply moving program by Dr. Tom Peterson, a UWG Professor of Education and the founder of the SPARK Mentoring program.  Carrie is the mother of Allyson Tarpley, UWG student and graduate assistant to Dr. Peterson.  Carrie works at Southwire, home-schooled her two children for 12 years, and served on mission trips to Ghana, West Africa.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chyna Smith -  (photo not available)

We were also blessed with a visit from Chyna Smith, the older sister of Ray Smith, one of the young men in the SPARK program.  Chryna is training to be a paramedic.

 

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Guests December 18, 2020

A proud Richard Dixon invited brother and legendary All State Halfback for Carrollton High School, Joe Dixon.  He is retired from Joe's Tools.  Joe is married to Judy and they have two daughters and two granddaughters.  Joe also ran track with Jim Carter.

Prospective member, Shane Davis returned to us to hear Carrollton City Manager, Tim Grizzard's program.  Sponsored by Terry Langley, Shane is owner and operator of Best Bonding.  He and his wife have five children.  Shane has an enlightened approach to the bonding business by including an emphasis on social services, helping persons access 

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Guests December 11, 2020

Shane Davis  -  Terry Langley brought prospective member Shane Davis, owner and operator of Best Bonding.  Married seventeen years, he and his wife have five children.  Shane's approach to the bonding business includes an emphasis on social services, helping persons acquire rehab, find housing, and get their lives back on track.  Sounds like a great Kiwanian!

David Lambert  -  Melanie Lambert came to the meeting with husband/escort/romantic fantasy David.  It's special knowing that coming to a Kiwanis meeting is one of their favorite dates.

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Guests November 13, 2020

Mitch Backstrom  -  President-Elect Clint Backstrom invited Dad, Mitch, who is having thoughts about possibly joining our club.  Hopefully my introduction didn't dissuade him from joining!  Mitch, a UWG graduate (BA and MA) tells us he is proud of his 33 years of working for the West Georgia Tool and Die - and, of course, proud of son, Clint, as well.

Daniel Jackson  -  a STAR NEWS reporter, joined us to cover the program on drugs and gang violence.  Daniel, retired from the Army, served 20 years with tours of duty taking him around the world.  He and wife, Demetric - also an Army veteran - have three children.  We always appreciate representatives of the media covering our club programs.

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Guests October 16, 2020

David Lambert  -  Melanie Lambert shared a somewhat romantic lunch with husband David.

Bill Bailey  -  Louise Reeves invited her beloved coach, Bill Bailey.  A teacher and coach in the Carroll County Schools for 35 years, Coach Bailey was on the coaching staff when Central won the state championship in 86-87.  Bill is a past president of the Georgia Coaching Association and still serves on the Board.

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Guests October 2, 2020

Trent Ross  -  Jim Collins brought new member and UWG graduate Trent Ross.  Trent is serving as Manager of the UWG Coliseum and is completing his doctorate in Education at UWG.  He and his wife have two children.  Once a baseball player at UWG where he met his wife, Trent has submitted his membership application! 

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Guests September 18, 2020

Daniel Jackson  -  a STAR NEWS reporter, joined us to cover Tim Martin's program.  Daniel, retired from the Army, served 20 years with tours of duty taking him around the world.  He and wife, Demetric - also an Army veteran - have three children.  We always appreciate representatives of the media covering our club programs.

Mitch Backstrom  -  President-Elect Clint Backstrom invited Dad, Mitch, who is having thoughts about possibly joining our club.  Hopefully my introduction didn't dissuade him from joining!  Mitch, a UWG graduate (BA and MA) tells us he is proud of his 33 years of working for the West Georgia Tool and Die - and, of course, proud of son, Clint, as well.

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Guests September 4, 2020

Daniel Jackson  -  Kiwanian and Publisher of the STAR NEWS, Sue Horn,  brought new reporter, Daniel Jackson to cover the program by Jeff Richards.  Daniel, a retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant, served twenty years with tours in Iraq, Afghanistan, Turkey, Germany, and South Korea.  He and his wife Demetric (also retired from the military) have three grown sons.  In between reporting for the STAR NEWS, Daniel is completing his BA degree at UWG.

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Guests August 21, 2020

Sandra McCormick   -  Carroll County Supervising Manager of School Nutrition, attended the meeting to support program presenters Charity Aarons (Director, Partnerships & Communication, Carroll County School System),

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and Bridgett Cross -  (Director of School Nutrition) who gave an inspiring and moving program on the school system's herculean effort to supply meals for children and families during the pandemic.  Sandra, invited to comment on her experiences, shared stories that also touched the hearts of everyone present.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

David, husband and best friend of Kiwanian Melanie Lambert, joined us to enjoy a romantic date and luncheon with his bride.  It's always fun to have these honeymooners with us! 

 

 

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Guests August 7, 2020

Mark Herring arranged for two members of the media to hear and report on the excellent presentation by Erica Tisinger, who is running for State Court Judge.  Times-Georgian representatives were reporter Stephanie Allen, a graduate of Florida State University, and photographer Jay Luzardo, who, originally from New Jersey, has traveled across America and to more than thirty countries.   

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Prissi Sullivan, a self-described "Muck-Raker" reporter for the STAR NEWS since 2004, accompanied boss and Kiwanian, Sue Horn, to report on Wayne Garner's entertaining and insightful overview of his experiences as Carrollton Mayor, Georgia Senator, and much more.

 

 

 

 

Dale Williams invited son, Brandon Williams, and Ben Brown.  Brandon, currently "in-between" opportunities, is enjoying having more time to spend with Dad Dale.  Ben, who comes from Buford, GA, is an excellent carpenter and is known to be Dale Williams' favorite employee - at least that is what Ben told us.  Fred

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Erin Backstrom -  Clint Backstrom invited his bride Erin.  While celebrating her marriage to a great Kiwanian,  Erin serves as simulation Nurse Educator at the

University of West Georgia.

David Lambert  -  Melanie  Lambert shared lunch with husband David.  David, joined Melanie at our meeting to join all of us as we celebrated Melanie's birthday.  Happy Birthday!  Melanie !

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(June 19, 2020)

 

 

Prissi Sullivan, reporter for the Star News, joined us for lunch to hear a powerful and informative update on the COVID-19 pandemic presented by Laura Larson, M.D. 

 

 

Also attending to hear Dr. Larson's program were Janie Phillips, Overhouse Supervisor at Higgins General Hospital in Bremen and Kelly Meigs, Director of Marketing at Tanner Medical Center.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Randy Miller brought prospective member Kate Diringer.  Kate joined the Kiwanians working at the USDA Food Distribution Event held at Tabernacle Baptist Church.  Kate volunteers with organizations promoting policies and programs to restore and humanize communities in America.

 

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