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Students of the Semester!
Posted on Jan. 29, 2026

Students Recognized

Arlington, Darrington & Lakewood Districts


Twice per year, our club honors students selected by their school staff as outstanding.  On January 29, our club hosted students, their families, and school staff from middle and high schools across the three school districts.   With funds generated from the club's annual Duck Dash fundraiser, each student recognized a charitable organization to receive a $100 donation from the club.

 

Before introducing our club's Youth Services Associate Director, Mel Simpson, President Bob told our guests a bit about Rotary and the youth programs that our club sponsors.  Mel also spoke about Rotary’s International Student Exchange program.  The intent of both Bob's and Mel’s remarks was to inform the students and family in attendance about these opportunities.

 

 

In the above photo, joining the Arlington and Lakewood Superintendents, Chrys Sweating on the far left, and Erin Murphy on the far

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Program January 22, 2026
Posted on Jan. 22, 2026

Apple Cup

Too Good to Be Through

Sports Writer--Bud Withers

When the Apple Cup rivalry between WSU and the U of W is the topic of the January 22 club program, it brings out the die-hard club members (and a former club member) with their school colors to hear from the author of “Too Good to Be Through.”  Bud Withers is a veteran of 31 Apple Cups and a retired sports reporter for both the Seattle Times and the Seattle PI.  He is a 1970 graduate of WSU.

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January 15 Program

Computer Scams & Hacks

Lance Coupaud, Whitehorse IT Solutions, LLC

 

Our program on January 15 was our own Lance Coupaud with Whitehorse IT Solutions. He focused on the rise of sophisticated scams affecting individuals and organizations. In his IT business, he is often called to fix damage caused by a hack on his customers' computers and hears their complaints about being scammed out of their money.

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Miss Vicky Update
Posted on Feb. 05, 2026

Lee and Miss Vicky's 2026 Latest from Lee

 

Miss Vicky Outside Oiler's Arena

 

"The "Ascent to Mount" Edmonton was a success, with Arlington Rotarian, Wally Thomas, joining the Miss Vicky driving team. Encountering some winter weather at Rogers Pass, MV arrived in good shape. Three presentations were well received and Miss Vicky stood tall at the Oil Kings hockey game, defeating the Americans /Tri-Cities team. Rotarian Maelle Toews and her husband shepherded the Ford to the coziness of a heated hangar provided by Ms. Jeanette at Villeneuve Airport. Thanks to all for many courtesies. Over $7,000 toward Miss Vicky's third $25k challenge check!"
Lee reported at the meeting as he was acknowledged as a recipient of the RI Service Above Self Award, that Miss Vicky is back in the shop. 

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International Projects Update
Posted on Jan. 08, 2026

Our International Projects

At our January 8 meeting, the international project team of Barney and George updated us on the projects in the Dominican Republic.  

                

George and Barney discussed a completed reservoir project and ongoing initiatives, including a 30,000-gallon water tank project in Clavelina, Dominican Republic, that will provide year-round water access to approximately 650 families. The club's $8,000 contribution, matched by the Everett Rotary Club, will leverage into a $60,000 project through Rotary Foundation funding. The presentation also covered a shade garden project that has expanded from 9 to 20 gardens, with the Ministry of Agriculture offering to cover fertilizer and pesticide costs, and a literacy program that has distributed about 11,000 books to 11 elementary schools.
 
This was an update to the presentation that our international project team gave us on September 4. Here is a link to a previous story, including a link to the program on our YouTube channel.: September 4 Story
 
Club Excellence Award

We Are A Club of Excellence!

Of Course--We are a Club of Excellence

One of the Highlights of 2025!

The Club Excellence award, formerly the Rotary Citation award, recognizes clubs that achieve specific goals throughout the year, such as increasing their membership, engaging members in sustainable service projects, giving to The Rotary Foundation, building awareness of Rotary in our community, and having an up-to-date strategic plan. A club that achieves these goals contributes to the club's overall health and culture for generations to come. 

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Holiday Service Projects
Posted on Dec. 19, 2025

Holiday Service Projects

They're a Wrap!

Wow — have our members been busy the last 14 days!  It started on December 5, when our club partnered with the local firefighters to canvas the GlenEagle neighborhood for its annual food drive benefiting the Arlington Community Food Bank.  We had two shifts: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Here is a Rotarian and Fire Chief's report on the club members' efforts: 

 

Hello all, last night the weather presented some challenges, it POURED at times! Though it seemed quieter than previous years, our numbers were really good. Last night, we collected 2,495 pounds of food, all of which was delivered to the Food Bank this morning. In 2024, we collected 2,523 pounds; we were only off 28 pounds. Thank you to all who came out and stood up to Mother Nature. …Thank you, Katy & DJ, for donning the Duck Dash Splishy & Splashy costumes one last time. 

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December 11 Program
Posted on Dec. 11, 2025

A Christmas Wish

30 Years of Making Christmas Brighter for Families

Rotarians Kim Deisher-Allen and Nicole Voshell 

 

At our December 11 meeting, Rotarian and co-president of A Christmas Wish, Kim Deisher-Allen, gave us a history of A Christmas Wish, followed by the volunteer coordinator and vice-president, Rotarian Nicole Voshell, who told us about the work club members would be doing following the presentation.

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Arlington Rotary Logo Apparel & Gear
Posted on Jan. 26, 2026

Start 2026 by letting your family & Friends Know!

You're a proud Rotarian.

We have partnered with D & R Designs to create a store where members and others can purchase shirts, hats, and gear.  They will also put the Rotary Club of Arlington logo on the apparel that you provide.  To go to the Rotary store, click on the image below:

Here is the link if you would like to store it: https://designsbydandr.com/rotary/

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Arlington

Service Above Self Since 1970

We meet In Person
Thursdays at 12:00 p.m.
Arlington Boys and Girls Club
18513 59th Ave NE
(Hadley Community Room)
Arlington, WA 98223
United States of America
An exception for the 3rd Thursday for a monthly evening meeting at Rodeo Lounge, unless otherwise announced. A hybrid meeting using Zoom on the 1st meeting of the month.
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Bob Campbell
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Dave Kraski
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Jennifer Holocker
Secretary
Katy Shores
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Yvonne Gallardo-Van Ornam
Past President
Mel Simpson
Foundation Director
Barney Petersen
Membership Director
Duane Rhodes
Public Relations Director
Dave Duskin
Club Administration Director
Kim Deisher-Allen
Youth Services Director
DJ Lockwood
Community Funding Director
Cindy Huleatt
Service Projects Director
Chad Hilker
Youth Exchange Officer
Jessica Ronhaar
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Simona DeVries
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Rick Olson
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Dave Duskin
Associate Director Foundation
George Bowden
Associate Director Membership
Harold McClure
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Mel Simpson
Associate Director Administration
Nicole Voshell
Associate Director Youth Services
Kevin Raymond
Associate Director Community Funding
Bill Kmet
Associate Director Service Projects
Gina Hilker
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Feb 19, 2026 5:30 PM
Club Assembly Meeting/Duck Dash Sponsorship Kick off
Don Vanney
Feb 26, 2026
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