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

 

 

 

 

 

 

Guests September 22, 2023

 

John Tanner and Steve Davis  -  President Johnny Tanner invited two guests, son John Tanner and Rev. Steve Davis, who joined us to hear an outstanding program by Joe Garrett: John, a 2022 graduate of UWG and its former IT staff member, is now happily employed by Tanner Grocery, celebrating its 130th year of feeding Carroll County; Steve Davis, former Pastor of the Carrollton First Baptist Church, is perfecting his golf game, relaxing, and enjoying time with his granddaughter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lisa Crafton  -  Micheal Crafton brought wife Lisa Crafton. Lisa is a former UWG English Professor and a scholarly devotee of the English Romantic Poets and William Blake. She and Micheal enjoy hiking and traveling when she is not volunteering with the St. Margaret's Episcopal Church Outreach Program.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jimmy Garrett  -  Our lovable Louise Reeves invited Jimmy Garrett, father of our program presenter, Joe Garrett.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CKI  -  We were treated to a visit by two outstanding members of the UWG Circle K: Senior Victory Beil, President, Business Management Major and Public Administration Minor; Justice Bell, Circle K Vice-President,Black Student Alliance, Treasurer, and Lead Graphic Design staff member of Wolf Radio. Both Justice and Victoria want us to know they love our club!

 

 

 

 

 

 

-  Fred

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

Guests September 15 2023

 

CKI  -  We welcomed six UWG Circle K members: Senior Art Major and Marketing Minor Kennedee Williams; Senior Finance major and Management Minor Alice McDonald, who served as President of his K-Club in Jamaica; Kaniesha Williams, a Junior Sociology Major and Psychology Minor; Freshman and Secondary Ed. Major, Reggie Ponder; Circle K Vice President and Black Student Alliance Treasurer, Justice Bell; and Circle K President, Senior Business Management and Public Administration Minor, Victoria Beil.

 

 

 

Zarah Spraggins  -  Mark Herring invited prospective member Zarah Spraggins, Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Program and Event Manager.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bryce McNiel  -  Jennifer McNiel brought outstanding son, Bryce. Bryce is a Carrollton Middle School 6th grader, Band and Boy Scouts member, and a great Kiwanian volunteer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Newnan InterClub  -  We enjoyed another interclub visit from the Newnan Kiwanis Club: George Alexander, Club Past President, retired Navy fighter pilot and Delta Pilot and a 37 years City Councilman; Club Past President and popular bagpiper, Michael Scott.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Joe Garrett  -  Financial wizard, columnist and motivational speaker, Joe Garrett, dropped by to tell us the title for his program for September 23rd:  "Sheriff Terry Langley and the Burwell Mafia - the Eliot Ness Story of Our Time."

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

- Fred 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

Guests September 08 2023

 

George Alexander and Keith Ross  -  We welcomed an interclub from the Newnan Kiwanis Club:  George Alexander and Keith Ross.  George Alexander, who had visited our club a few times at least twenty years ago is a past Newnan Club President.  A retired Navy Fighter Pilot and a former Delta Captain (20 years) he has also served for 34 years on the Newnan City Council.  Keith Ross, Newnan Club President in 2022, is the owner of the Independent Insurance Agency.  Keith proudly announced that the Kiwanis County Fair, held during his Presidency, was attended by 40,000 and raised $210,000 for scholarships.

 

 

 

 Jessica Adzofor  -   We were visited by still another outstanding member of the UWG Circle K:  Jessica Adzofor.  Jessica is a UWG Freshman Nursing major.  She is stepping up to be the Circle K secretary.  We're fortunate to have students like Jessica, Kenedee, Justice, and Victoria as part of the Kiwanis family!. 

 

 

 

 

- Fred 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

Guests September 01 2023

 

 

UWG CKI  -  We were visited by three outstanding UWG Circle K students: (photo, LtoR:) Victoria Beil, Justice Bell, and Kennedee Williams. Justice Bell is a junior Psychology and Criminology major and also an active member of the Black Student Alliance. Kennedee Williams is a senior majoring in Studio Art with a Marketing minor. She is also a two-time state-champion runner, breaking records in the 4x4, 1600, 800 and 5K run in high school. Victoria Biel is Circle K President. She is majoring in Public Administration with plans to work for a non-profit. Victoria has been active in Kiwanis Clubs since the 8th grade and was the recipient of the Kiwanis scholarship which made it possible for her to go to college.

 

 

 

 

(Photo:  L to R) Eddie Spain and L.J. Davis  -  Joe Tarshis invited two prospective members: Eddie Spain and L.J. Davis. Eddie Spain is a retired Manager of the San Diego County Sheriff's Department and a former Marine Corp Sergeant. L. J. Davis is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Psychotherapist in in his 15th year of practice and a member of the Unitarian Universalist Church. He also served for two years with the Peace Corps in Ghana. He and wife, Annie have twelve year old son, Raine.

 

 

 

 

Tracy McDaniel  -  Derrick Newton invited prospective member and former Kiwanian Board member of our club, Tracy McDaniel. He is a Financial Advisor with Edward E.Jones, and a UWG graduate who was a great player on the UWG Braves football team.  Come on back to us, Big Mac!

 

 

 

 

Jeff Hughes  -  Mark Herring brought Jeff Hughes, who works with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.  We always enjoy his visiting our club!

 

 

 

 

- Fred 

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 !!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Guests August 20 2023

 

Tommy Amorosa  -  Patrick Yuran invited prospective member and former boxer Tommy Amorosa.  Originally from Long Island, New York, Tommy is the Athletic Director at Oak Mountain Academy.  An educator now for thirty years, he and his wife, Tammy, are "parents" to five adorable dogs.

 

 

 

 

   Kierston Phillips  -   Shane Davis brought prospective member attorney Kierston Phillips.  A 2008 UWG graduate, Kierston went on the earn a Master's in Public Administration in 2010 and a law degree from John Marshall Law School in 2012.  Kierston, who served seven years as an Assistant Magistrate Judge, is a candidate running for Chief Magistrate Judge.

 

 

 

 

 

- Fred 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

Guests August 11 2023

 

Crystal Simpkins  -  We enjoyed the opportunity to welcome Christal Simpkins, the wife of Rev. Randy Simpkin, who presented an inspiring program on his being called to donate one of his kidneys to save the life of a stranger, who is now his friend. Christal and Randy have three sons, Zach, Tucker and Joe. Zach, a baritone, was a winner in a past Art and Music Showcase organized by our club. Christal and Randy also have two special "daughters-in-love" and a wonderful granddaughter, Elizabeth Mae.

 

 

Stuart Lewis  -  Prospective Kiwanian Stuart Lewis joined his father-in-law to hear the program by Randy Simpkins.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Samira Barnett  -  Also present was Times-Georgian reporter and UWG graduate Samira Barnett. As always, we appreciate the Times-Georgian's coverage of our outstanding programs!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

- Fred 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

Guests August 4 2023

 

Cindy Minish  -  TIMES-GEORGIAN reporter Dan Minish (who often makes our presence in the community a front-page event!) invited wife, Cindy, to prove to her he actually spends his Fridays with our club.  Cindy, retired from the Carroll County School System after 27 years of service, has been a coordinator of the gifted programs, curriculum specialist, and Bay Springs Teacher of the Year.  Now a Red Cross volunteer, Cindy appears to be destined to fulfill her life even more as a member of our club.

 

 

 

 

L.J. Davis  -  Joe Tarshis brought prospective member L.J. Davis.  L.J., former Interim Director of the UWG Counseling Center, is now a Licensed Professional Counselor in private practice.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hugh Bass  -  A proud Bo Bass brought his dad, Hugh Bass.  Hugh has been in the real estate business for 49 years.  He and Bo have worked together for 41 years.  Bo said of his dad:  "He's always been my hero!"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nathaniel Smith  -  Former Georgia Governor of Kiwanis International, the Honorable Richard Dixon, invited prospective member and Chief Magistrate Judge, Nathaniel Smith.  Nathaniel (a former member of our club before he entered military service) and his wife, Shonda, have three children.  We could use a Judge in our Club so give Nathaniel a call and encourage him to re-join. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

- Fred 

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

 

 

 

We enjoyed an entertaining, upbeat program by Joey King, Carrollton Head Football Coach.  Coach King spoke about his lifelong desire to be a football coach and the team's players and upcoming games.  We have a lot of athletic heroes in our club, so there was a full house of members and guests present to hear Coach King's program. 

 

 

 

 

 Guests July 28 2023

 

 

The Press - Also attending and covering the program were the Times-Georgian's Dan Minish, Bruce Guthrie, Noah Schroyer, and Tucker Cole.

 

Tim Criswell  -  Jim Collins and Johnny Tanner invited prospective member Coach Tim Criswell, a champion in his own right.  After 36 outstanding years with the Carrollton City Schools, Tim continues to serve as a part-time employee with the system's Alternative School.  Tim's son, Cooper, was recently inducted into the Trojan Hall of Fame.

 

 

 

InterClub  -  We were visited by an interclub from the Carrollton Golden K:  Past President of both the Golden K and our club, Bob Uglum, arrived with David Stone, retired Southwire executive and an active member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church.

 

 

 

 

 

Tim McDonell  -  Johnny Tanner, committed to bringing in new members (!) invited prospective member Tim McDonell, Director of Environmental Services at Tanner Health Systems.  His children, son Jordan and daughter Morgan, were outstanding Carrollton High School athletes.  Tim played basketball at Sprayberry High School and Covenant College and was lauded as a "damn good" player.  He also has spent twenty years coaching with the Special Olympics. Sounds like he's already a Kiwanian in his heart!

 

 

 

 

 

 - Fred 

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

 Guests July 21 2023

 

 

Angie McDaniel and Anne Gibbons  -  Paul McDaniel invited wife, Angie, and mother-in-law Anne Gibbons.  Angie is a counselor at Temple High School.  As all of us gratefully remember, Angie is a former distinguished president of our club.  Anne, the wonderful Mom who brought Angie into the world, is retired from Georgia Power where she worked i Corporate Security.

 

 

 

 

 

Erin Backstrom  -  Clint Backstrom brought wife, Erin, who serves as Clinical Outcome Manager at Tanner Health Systems.  It was a joy to introduce Erin and she was happy getting to spend time with her "wonderful, handsome, attentive husband!"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Samira Barnett  -  Dan Minish and Bruce Guthrie from the TIMES-GEORGIAN joined us, accompanied by Samira Barnett, a graduate of UWG and a new reporter with the TIMES-GEORGIAN.

 

 

 

 

 

 - Fred 

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

 Guests July 14 2023

 

We enjoyed an interesting program by UWG football coach, David Dean.

 

 

Photo:  Johnny Tanner, Kiwanis President; Coach Dean; and Mark Herring, Kiwanis Vice-President

 

 

Matt Cook  -  Joining us was Matt Cook, a UWG graduate and Coach Dean's greatest fan.  Matt is UWG Associate Athletic Director for Marketing and doing an excellent job of promoting and informing folks of the outstanding athletic programs at UWG.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stuart Lewis -  Milton Berry invited prospective member and his favorite son-in-law, Stuart Lewis.  Originally from Columbus, GA, Stuart played baseball under coach Archie White at UWG and was inducted into the UWG Hall of Fame.  He went on to teach Physical Education and serve as a coach at Central High School.

 

 

 

 

 

 - Fred 

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

 Guests July 7 2023

 

We enjoyed an energetic, dynamic program by Coach Umbrah Brown of the Central High School Lions.

 

 

 

 

   Major Craig Dodson and Captain Guy Pope:   We also celebrated the return of two prospective members sponsored by Shane Davis:  Major Craig Dodson and Captain Guy Pope, both with the Carroll County Sheriff's Department led by Kiwanian Sheriff Terry Langley. 

 

Major Dodson has served the community for 33 years.  He and wife Pam have four children;

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Captain Guy Pope is married and he and his wife have five children and two grand-children.

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More good news:  Both Craig and Guy have submitted their membership applications!

 

 - Fred 

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

 Guests June 30 2023

 

We had a full house present to hear an excellent program on Independence Day by author and retired UWG Professor John Ferling.

 

 

   Craig Dodson and Guy Pope  -  Shane Davis invited two prospective members for a return visit to the club:  Major Craig Dodson with the Carroll County Sheriff's Department has served our community for 33 years.  He and wife Pam have four children; and Gary Pope, who is a Captain with the CCSD.  Gary is married and he and his wife have 5 children and 2 grandchildren.

 

 

 

Kennedy Koda and Julia Moore  -   Richard and Nancy Dixon brought two special guests:  Granddaughter Kennedy Koda (Raffle Winner Queen) who is entering the tenth grade this Fall lives in Peachtree City and attends Starr’s Mill High School where she plays Lacrosse; and Granddaughter Julia Moore, who hails from Morristown, TN (Go VOLS!) and is in the seventh grade at Lakeway Christian Academy.  Julia is a cheerleader, plays the piano, sings, enjoys art, and takes gymnastics.  She has multiple talents like her grandparents!

 

 

 

  Molly Tannner  -   A proud President, Johnny Tanner, invited youngest daughter Molly Tanner.  Molly is an art education major and senior at the University of North Georgia.  She is an avid reader, an excellent student who has never made a B (!) and plans to be an art teacher.

 

 

 

Allison and Tucker York  -  Mark Herring brought daughter and grandson Allison and Tucker York.  Allison graduated in 2015 and was a director at ChickFil-A for 7 years.  Now enjoying being a stay-at-home mom, she said her dad inspired her love of sports when she was growing up and, in turn, she now takes her son to games.

 

 

 

 

 - Fred 

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

 Guests June 9 2023

 

Guy Pope  -  Shane Davis, setting a good example for all of us, invited another prospective member, Captain Guy Pope of the Carroll County Sheriff's Department. Guy, married to Teresa, has served the county for 34 years.  When asked what it's been like to serve with Sheriff Langley for 34 years, I saw a tear of gratitude flowing down his left cheek.

 

 

 

Angie McDaniel -  Outstanding Kiwanian Paul McDaniel, brought precious wife Angie, who is also a Past President of our club and a great one at that.  Angie is a counselor at Temple High School.  They brought a wonderful photo of handsome son, Milo.  Paul said "I have a magnificent wife.  My body temperature goes up 20 degrees when I'm near her."  

 

 

 

 

Interclub -  We were graced with the presence of an interclub visit by two members of the White Oak Golden K of Newnan.  Mike Jumda, who describes himself as an "Old Sergeant Major who served for 33 years in the Army" and Frank Kona West, originally from Hawaii, who served in the Navy in Vietnam, rescuing downed pilots in the ocean.  Frank moved from Wisconsin to Newnan 5 years ago and became a Kiwanian.  Hopefully, they will return for a visit.  They are a delight to meet.

 

 - Fred 

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

 Guests May 26 2023

 

 

Jamie Bower  -  Lacey Robinson brought prospective members Jami Bower and Joe Cusick.  Jami, who has submitted her membership application, created and implemented the "Go West" marketing campaign at the University of West Georgia.  We loved her husband and fellow Kiwanian, the late Art Bower, and we're excited she plans to join our club! 

 

 

 

Joe Cusick, raised in Philadelphia and a Navy veteran, retired from the Health and Safety field.  He and wife Marilyn moved to Carrollton in 2016 to be near their one and only grandchild.  Joe has helped to raise funds for the Impact West Georgia shelter for the homeless.

 

 

 

Shane Davis invited prospective members:  Craig Dodson, Judge Michael Hubbard, and Jason Swindle.  Craig Dodson is a Major with the Carroll County Sheriff' Department and has served the community for 33 years.  Craig is from Villa Rica and married for 27 years to Pam Dodson.  He and Pam have four children.  Michael Hubbard, Carroll County State Court Judge, is a former Villa Rica Court judge.  Michael and his wife are raising two adoorable "weenie dogs."  Jason Swindle is a Carrollton attorney on Tanner Street who writes a column on legal issues for the Times-Georgian.

 

          

 

Rylee Edwards  -  Aleesha Edwards Williams brought daughter Rylee Edwards.  Rylee is a joy to meet.  She's a smart lover of science and is going into the fifth grade this Fall.

 

Nicholas MacLeish    Aleesha also invited prospective member Nicholas MacLeish, District Executive with the Atlanta Council, Boy Scouts of America.  Nicholas arrived in time to catch part of the program but, unfortunately, I did not get to introduce him.  I'll do him justice next time. 

 

 

 

 - Fred 

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

 Guests May 12 2023

 

Jami Bower  -  Lacey Robinson invited Jami Bower to join us.  She is the widow of our beloved Kiwanian Art Bower.  Jami, who retired from UWG last year, created and implemented the popular "Go West" marketing program at UWG.  Jami described meeting and marrying Art as the greatest gift of her life, and a source of joy that remains with her now.

 

 

 

  Oak Mountain Academy  -  We were visited by a wonderful group from Oak Mountain Academy:  Sandra Porter, a person of many talents and a baker who treats grateful students to gourmet cookies; Michelle Alexander, Third Grade Teacher and Coordinator of the Oak Mountain Academy K-Kids; Karen Buchanan, Fifth Grade Teacher, ten years with OMA; Hanson Kaufman, OMA student who enjoys reading sports, and music; and Lily Grace Nelson, OMA student and archery enthusiast with a great sense of humor.  Hanson and Grace spoke to the club about OMA's fundraiser for Kiwanis International's Iodine Deficiency Program and presented our club with a check for $1,200 dollars!  We need Grace and Hanson in our club now! 

 

 

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 - Fred 

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

 Guests May 5 2023

 

 

Service member Lieutenant Greg Holcomb and guest, Sergeant Corey Allen, both officers with the Carroll County Sheriff's Department, were recognized for serving with Jim Collins' crew cooking hamburgers for the Spring Fling gathering of senior citizens, an annual event coordinated by member Sandra Morris.

  Sergeant Corey Allen and wife Shannon have two children, Emma and Luke.  Emma, an excellent golfer, is a graduating senior at Carrollton High School.

   Circle K member, Timothy Van Johnson, Jr. and Tori Beil joined us to hear Brenda Sue Holcombe's singing troupe, Noteworthy, and a special performance by Blair Lipham, daughter of member Luke Lipham.  Timothy is a UWG graduating senior, Past President of Circle K, and a past Lieutenant Governor of the Metro Division.  Timothy expressed his gratitude for  being a part of the "Kiwanis family of awesome people" and for the support we've given to him and other rising leaders.  Tori, a junior and Circle K President, is a Business Management major with a minor in Public Administration. 

 

 

Photo:  Greg Holcomb, Sandra Morris, Corey Allen

 

 

 - Fred 

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

 Guests April 28 2023

 

 

 Interclub  -   We were honored with an interclub visit from the all-female membership Kiwanis Club of Coweta County.  It was our opportunity to meet four outstanding women dedicated to serving the children of Coweta County.  Their visit also was an opportunity for one of the members, Jane Duenckel, to visit with high school friend Randy Miller!  Joining us for lunch were: Jeri Burnette, retired school teacher with 43 years of teaching experience; Aline Archibald, retired from teaching after 33 years; Linda Dickerson, Club Past President and current Safety Coordinator and Fund-Raising Chair and a Registered Nurse who served others for 43 years; and Randy's friend, Jane Duenckel, retired teacher who thankfully made me behave during my introductions.

 

 

Photo:  L-R: Jane Duenckel, Randy Miller, Linda Dickerson, Aline Archibald, & Jeri Burnett….from Kiwanis Club of Coweta County.

 

 - Fred 

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

 Guests April 14 2023

 

  Joe Tarshis brought wife and community volunteer, Sue, to brighten up our meeting.  Sue, a mother of three talented and smart daughters, and the grandmother of two active boys, has been married to Joe for 47 years.  She is a founding, active member of West Georgia Unitarian Universalists and serves on the Board of Directors of Circles of West Georgia.  She is also a "Soup Wrangler" for Empty Bowls, contacting local restaurants to invite them to donate soup for the annual fundraiser for the Soup Kitchen.  Thanks, Sue, for all you do to help the community!

    Kathy Parsons, founder of the nonprofit Impact West Georgia, was inducted into the club. Sponsored by Lacey Robinson and Robert Graf, Kathy works with the homeless and less fortunate and with veterans and the disadvantaged.  Like the rest of us, she is committed to improving the community, one person at a time.

 

 

 

Photo:  Susan Tarshis and Dr. Fred Richards.

 

 

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 - Fred 

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

 Guests March 24 2023

 

We enjoyed another eventful gathering of the best civic club in Georgia!

 

   Opal Backstom  -  Dad Clint Backstrom and Grand Poppa Backstrom proudly showed off (daughter and granddaughter respectively) Opal Backstrom, who recently celebrated her first birthday.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We also celebrated the 93rd birthday of Ernest McClendon.  Attending with Ernest were wife Doris, daughter Rebecca, and granddaughter Samantha.  Rebecca, married with five children, was clearly happy getting to see her many friends in Carrollton.  Samantha, a high school senior, is an outstanding student who plays the trombone and guitar.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jim Watters, City Council member, joined us for lunch. Next to him was one of our favorite Golden K members, Bob Uglum, who visits on a regular basis.  Looks like he wants to also join our club!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Lynn Weathington  - Neil Weathington invited wife, Lynn, to share a lunch date.  Lynn is an author who recently published Summer Solstice, a contemporary re-telling of Jesus' parable of the prodigal.  Rebecca helped edit the book.

 

[  Neil's shameless advertisement:  Go to Amazon and order the book.  While supplies last.  HA!]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

 

Bobby Sanders  -  Jeremy Sabo brought prospective member Bobby Sanders.  A huge Georgia Bulldog fan, Bobby is a retired banker and alum of the University of West Georgia (then West Georgia College?).  Married to Carole, he's joyfully proud of his three amazing granddaughters.  He has a million dollar smile, suggesting he was born to be a member of our club!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Kathy Parsons, founder of Impact West Georgia, a non-profit serving the homeless and others in need in our community, has submitted her membership application.  On behalf of our club, President Johnny Tanner, along with members Lacey Robinson and Robert Graf, presented a check to Kathy to support her programs.

 

 

 

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 !!!

 

 

Kathy Parsons  -  Lacey Robinson invited prospective member Kathy Parsons, who earlier this year gave an impressive program on Impact West Georgia - a faith-based non-profit serving the homeless and veterans.  Kathy holds a BA in Pastoral Ministry and Biblical Studies.  She is also a Certified Minister of Missions.  In 2022, Kathy created an Emergency Community Shelter operating out of St. Margaret's Episcopal Church.  She has served the community for 20 years.

 

 

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 - Fred 

 

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

 

Mike Limerick  -  Joe Tarshis brought prospective member and uncanny look-alike, Mike Limerick.  Surely a DNA test could reveal that they are closely related.  Mike and wife, Debbie, recently moved to Carrollton.  He's a retired health administrator.  He met and married Debbie when he worked at Tanner Hospital 40 years ago.  Welcome back, Mike, and make your return really rewarding by joining our club!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Susan Berry  -    Milton Berry invited wife and best friend, Susan, to share a romantic lunch date.  Sitting closely together, they were all smiles celebrating the arrival of their ninth grandchild.  Congratulations!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dewey Smith - "Mr. Kiwanis" visited the Carrollton Kiwanis Club on Friday, February 17, 2023.   The meeting was right on his way from Albany Georgia to visit Oziers for Kiwanis apparel.  Dewey Smith was Governor of the Georgia District of KI in 2007, and has just recently completed a term as Trustee for Kiwanis International.  And he bought the last blue blazer from Bremen with Kiwanis inner-lining !  And he drives a vehicle with Georgia License Tag # KIWANIS.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Meet the Press:  Dan Minish and Noah Schroyer,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

February 10 2023

 

 

Bryce McNiel - Jennifer McNeil brought son Bryce McNieil.  A fifth grader at Carrollton Middle School, Bryce plays the trombone in the band and has recently moved from the Cub Scouts to the Boy Scouts.  Bryce's commitment to serving others is an inspiration for all of us.  He has volunteered to work at the concession stand during football season and will also be seen helping at the Pancake Breakfast!  I'm ready to sponsor him as a member of the club! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 - Fred 

 

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 !!!

Troy Vollenweider; of the Georgia Small Business Development Center, has submitted his application for membership.

The Return of Dr. Richards !!

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

Troy Vollenweider; of the Georgia Small Business Development Center, has submitted his application for membership.

Kiwanian Dr. Rick Tillman brought his wife Sally to hear their daughter's inspiring presentation.

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

Fran Robinson  -  Lacey brought his wife to hear Kathy Parsons' program .

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

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

 

 

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

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
with a FLARE !!!

 

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 -
for Dr. Fred Richards
Introduces guests
with a FLARE !!!

Georgia Waddell   -  UWG Circle K President

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

Georgia Waddell   -  UWG Circle K President

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Timothy VanJohnson Jr  - Circle K Lt. Governor