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Rotary Club of Chickasha, Oklahoma

2018.8.2 April Heiple, Food & Shelter

The August 2, 2018 Chickasha Rotary Club meeting was called to order by President John Gorton. Prayer was led by Rot. Tom Rose and pledged by Rot. Ed Stanton. Rot. Mitch Williams led the club in a Phil Collins tune, "Another Day in Paradise". Catering was provided by Jimmy's Egg.

The Rotarian of the Day was Cassie Ersland who introduced April Heiple, the Executive Director of Food & Shelter of Norman.

Pres. John Gorton calling the meeting to order.

The Sunshine report provided by Rot. Brad Duvall

As you can see, there was an informal passing of the coveted Sgt of Arms vest from Rot. Chris Mosley to Sgt. of Arms Brad Duvall. Once fully 'vested' into his title, Duvall was on the prowl for fines. Rot. Ed Chamberlain was the first to give to the cause.

Visiting guests for the meeting were:

Rot. Cody White and his guest Tyler Grace

Chris Long and his daughter, Emily Long the 2018 Watermelon Queen

Rot. Ron Sanders introduced the 2018 RYLA Campers.

Faith Terry, Carleigh Elliott and Blake White. All three campers gave their statement on the high quality of the RYLA camp.

Special guest was the 2018 Rush Springs Watermelon Queen, Emily Long.

Emily provided information on the 2018 Watermelon Festival. She also brought three watermelons for auction. The two Royal Jubilee melons were both sold for $60 each to Rots. Pauline Garrett and Ann Arnold. The Red Diamond melon was sold to Rot. John Mosley for $50.

Rotarian of the Day Cassie Ersland introducing her program.

April Heiple with Food & Shelter

April Heiple is the Executive Director of Food and Shelter, Norman, Oklahoma’s soup kitchen and homeless services center. Throughout her 19 years in human services, April has developed a great passion for helping people overcome struggles related to poverty and victimization.

April graduated from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma in 2002 with a bachelor of science in Psychology. April moved to Norman for graduate school in 2002 and completed a Master of Human Relations in 2005 and subsequently a Master of Public Administration in 2010 both from the University of Oklahoma.

April has worked with many different state and local organizations including Women’s Service Center here in Chickasha. She traveled the state in 2007 interviewing hundreds of victims of crime and authored a state-wide assessment of victims services resulting in better, more research based services in Oklahoma. She was appointed by Governor Brad Henry to serve on the state task force to end sexual violence and has been honored by multiple organizations for her activism and leadership.

She is a 2012 graduate of Leadership Norman and in the same year was honored by her alma mater as Distinguished Alumni. She is very proud to be an active member of the Cleveland County Continuum of Care; a group working collaboratively to end homelessness in Norman.

April and her husband Greg have 4 amazing children; Kaetlyn, Zach, Xander and Mia. Her favorite color is yellow.

2018.7.19 Josh Gaskamp, Noble Research Institute

The meeting for July 19, 2018 was called to order by President John Gorton. The prayer was led by Rot. Ronnie Bogle, pledge by Rot. Ron Sanders, and a rousing song of "Old Time Rock and Roll" by Rot. Mitch Williams. Catering was provided by Billy Sims BBQ. Guests for the day were Josh Epperson, Mike Van Sickle and Windy Williams. The program was Josh Gaskamp with the Noble Research Institute.

President John Gorton calling the meeting to order and providing "Historical Events on This Day". Who knew you could put so much ice in a public swimming pool?

Rot Jay Epperson with guest Josh Epperson.

Guest Windy Williams with Rot. Ronnie Bogle

Guest Mike Van Sickle with Rot. Pauline Garrett

The Sunshine Report by Rot. Brad Duvall mentioned those who need to be kept in our thoughts.

Rot. Mark Tibbetts reminding everyone to check on the elderly during this hot weather. Oddly, he seemed to mention Rot. Hays and Mosley.

Sgt. of Arms Duvall read a report from the FBI (?) on the witness protection program involving the Past President Allen and the Past Sgt. of Arms Allen. Something odd with the Allen family?

Sgt. of Arms Duvall collecting a fine from Rot. Chris Mosley who mentioned doing an imitation of Tom Cruise from "Risky Business".

Another short-pant fine collected, this time from Rot. Tom Rose.

Rot. Chris Mosley receiving his Two Year Perfect Attendance award from Pres. Gorton

Rot. of the Day, Dick McCalla introducing his program.

Josh Gaskamp with Noble Research Institute discussing feral hogs.

Josh Gaskamp is the technical consultation manager for Noble Research Institute. Gaskamp serves as a wildlife and range consultant in the producer relations program. He joined the Noble Research Instituted in 2007 after working as a hunting guide and gun-dog trainer for the King Ranch.

His areas of interest include wildlife habitat improvement, range management, white-tailed deer management, fisheries management, plant identification, prescribed fire and feral hog impacts. Gashkamp's research on drop-nets as a potential tool for feral hog control led him to develop the BoarBuster(TM) suspended corral trap.

Josh grew up in Brenham, Texas and has both a Master and Bachelor of Science in Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences from Texas A&M University.

2018.7.26 George Plummer, KOOL 105.5

The July 26, 2018 Chickasha Rotary Club meeting was called to order by VP Gerron Smith. The prayer was led by Rot. Tom Rose and the pledge by Rot. Cody White. Rot. Mitch Williams led the song "Celebration" by Kool & the Gang in honor of KOOL 105.5 being the speaker. Catering was provided by Rock Island Grill.

The Rotarian of the Day was Michael Oberlender who presented George Plummer with KOOL 105.5.

VP Gerron Smith ringing the meeting to order.

Everyone singing "Celebration"

Rot. Lt. David Brittle and his lovely guest, Lt. Amanda Brittle.

Rot. Pauline Garrett with her guest Mike Van Sickle

The Sunshine Report was presented by Rot. Hal Brock

Rot. Chris Mosley filled in as the acting Sgt. of Arms and was quick to collect the fines.

Rot. Michael Oberlender presenting his program for the day.

George Plummer is the news and sports director, and a marketing consultant for KOOL 105.5 and 106.1, The Ranch radio stations (which are a part of Mollman Media). He's worked in the media industry for about 35 years, working in both the radio and newspaper sectors - both in Duncan and in Anadarko.

George spent five years as the managing editor of the Chickasha Daily Express when Charles Drew was the publisher, and together they led the team at the paper in publishing a special Centennial edition for Chickasha's 100th birthday. Several copies of those newspapers are included in the Centennial vault buried in front of the Grady County Courthouse.

He was honored at the State Capital for his excellence in journalism for his coverage of the Grady County Conservation District and the Oklahoma Association of Conservation Districts. George has broadcast hundreds of high school sporting events, and has called state championship games in football, baseball, softball, basketball, and soccer. He's also covered many Grady County High School basketball tournaments, and is a two-time winner of awards from the Oklahoma Basketball Coaches Association. George has also been the Public Address Announcer for USAO basketball games.

He and his wife, Louse, have been married for 35 years and is known as "The Voice of Grady County".

2018.7.12 Mark Yates, Oklahoma Wind Coalition

President John Gorton called the July 12, 2018 meeting to order. Prayer was led by Rot. Kory Kirkland and pledge by Rot. Charlie Burruss. Rot. Mitch Williams led the club in the song "Summer Breeze". The club had one guest today, Mike Van Sickle, with FNBT. Catering was provided by Interurban. Pres. Gorton presented a 9-year Perfect Attendance Award to Rot. Pauline Garrett.

Pres. John Gorton calling the meeting to order.

Pres. Gorton presenting award to Rot. Pauline Garrett

Rot. Brad Duvall providing the Sunshine report.

Sgt. of Arms Duvall collecting a fine from Rot. Ed Stanton

Sgt. of Arms Duvall discussing the short-pant fine with Rot. Jason Jernagin.

The Rotarian of the Day was Steve LaForge, and in his absence, Treasury Sharon Bowman introduced the speaker, Mark Yates. Mark is the Oklahoma Director for the Wind Coalition, the leading advocacy organization representing the wind industry in Oklahoma. Mark is a graduate of East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma where he holds a Bachelors degree in History and a Masters in Secondary Administration. Mark lives in Edmond, OK with his wife, Stacy, and daughter. They are very active in the community and with their church.

Treas. Sharon Bowman introducing today's program

Mark Yates with the Oklahoma Wind Coalition

2018.7.5 Steve Emmons, Oklahoma Association of Chiefs of Police

The first meeting for the 2018-2019 year was called to order by President John Gorton. The prayer was led by Rot. Ed Stanton and the pledged by Rot. Jay Epperson with Rot. Mitch Williams leading the group in "God Bless America". Catering was provided by BJ's. The Rotarian of the Day was Rot. Kory Kirkland who introduced Steve Emmons, the Executive Director with the Oklahoma Association of Chiefs of Police.

President John Gorton calls to order the first meeting of his term.

The Sunshine report is provided by Rot. Hal Brock.

In the absence of the new Sgt. of Arms, Rot. Jim Allen fulfills the position and collecting fines.

Rotarian of the Day, Kory Kirkland, introduces the program.

Steve Emmons, Executive Director with the Oklahoma Association of Chiefs of Police

Pres. John Gorton presenting the 4-Way Test coin to Mr. Emmons

2018.6.28 Officer Installation

The 2018-2019 Officer Installation was held at the Canadian Valley Technology Center on June 28, 2018. President Elizabeth Allen called the meeting to order, Rot. Ann Manchester led the prayer, Rot. Gary McNatt led the pledge, and Rot. John Mosley led the song of 'God Bless America'. Catering was provided by Cotton Patch.

To start the meeting, Pres. Elizabeth presented a check for $325 to Rot. Lewis Knisley for the YMCA. Each week, any fine money for the 2017-2018 year was earmarked to be presented to the Chickasha YMCA to help support the scholarships for children.

Rot. Lewis Knisley and Pres. Elizabeth Allen with the $325 donation check to the YMCA

Pres. Elizabeth proceeded to present the Rotarian of the Year Award, the Perfect Attendance Awards and the Service Above Self Awards.

Rotarian of the Year - Rot. Ann Manchester and Pres. Elizabeth Allen

Perfect attendance for Pres. Elizabeth Allen

Perfect attendance:

Ed Chamberlain - 8 years

Bill McVey - 3 years

Jim Allen - 3 years

John Gorton - 1 year

Sharon Bowman - 3 years

Ann Manchester - 3 years

Peggy Boldt - 26 years

Ron Sanders - 37 years

Not Present: Pauline Garrett 9 years and Chris Mosley 2 years

Service Above Self Awards:

Brad Duvall, Conrad Duprez, Ed Stanton, Gerron Smith, Jim Allen, John Gorton, Ann Manchester, Michael Oberlender, and Sharon Bowman.

Installing the 2018-2019 President:

President Elizabeth Allen passing the leadership to President-Elect John Gorton.

Swearing in of the 2018-2019 Board of Directors:

Directors Lewis Knisley, Ron Sanders, Treasurer Sharon Bowman, Secretary Ann Manchester, President John Gorton

President John Gorton, President-Elect Ed Stanton, VP Gerron Smith, Sgt of Arms Brad Duvall and Past-President Elizabeth Allen

2018.6.21 Jon Kopec, Gulfport Energy

The June 21, 2018 Chickasha Rotary Club meeting was called to order by Pres. Elizabeth Allen. Prayer for the meeting was led by Rot. Greg Elliott, pledge by Rot. Chris Mosley, and the song, "Beverly Hillbillies" by Rot. Mitch Williams. Catering was provided by Chicken Express. The Rotarian of the Day was Rot. John Jernigan who introduced his son-in-law, Jon Kopec, Senior Environmentalist representative for Gulfport Energy.

With June 21st being National Selfie Day, Rot. Ann Manchester took a picture of the club members.

President Elizabeth Allen calling her last regular meeting to order.

Rot. Mitch Williams leading the club in "Beverly Hillbillies"

Sgt. of Arms Jim Allen discussing violations with Rot. Tim Elliott

Rot. Jim Allen demonstrating a little 'sunshine' with Rot. Ron Sanders.

Rot. Conrad Duprez accepting some 'sunshine' from Rot. Jim Allen and Rot. Sharon Bowman

Rotarian of the Day, John Jernigan introducing his program.

Program of the day, Jon Kopec with Gulfport Energy.

2018.6.14 Cathy Castello

The June 14, 2018 meeting was called to order by President Elizabeth Allen. Prayer was led by Pres. Allen, pledge by Rot. John Gorton and song by Rot. Mitch Williams. Catering was provided by Jimmy's Egg.

Pres. Allen calling the meeting to order.

Sgt of Arms Jim Allen giving helpful tips to Rot. Brad Duvall (Sgt of Arms in Training)

Pres. Allen introduced the program for the day, Cathy Costello, a mental health advocate.

On August 23rd, 2015, Cathy Costello’s life changed forever. Her oldest son, who for many years battled with mental illness, had quit taking his medication. Meeting on a quiet summer evening with his parents at a local restaurant in Oklahoma City, Christian Costello inexplicably stabbed his father, Labor Commissioner, Mark Costello, to death. Mark died in Cathy’s arms.

Through her deeply rooted faith in God and incredible resilience, Cathy has transformed an immense tragedy into a source of hope for so many. As a national speaker who travels across the country sharing her story and advocating for mental health awareness, Cathy hopes to first honor the legacy of the late, great Mark Costello, and second, to break through the stigma of mental illness and allow her personal experience to be a source of change, strength, and hope for others.

Cathy Costello discussing mental health.

2018.6.7 Gay Petit, Canadian Valley Tech

The June 7, 2018, Rotary Club of Chickasha meeting was called to order by President-Elect John Gorton. Prayer was led by Rot. Ed Stanton and pledged by Rot. Brad Duvall. Rot. Mitch Williams provided a great rendition of "Working Man Blues'. Catering was provided by Rock Island Grill.

The Rotarian of the Day was Rot. Bob Hays who presented Gay Petit, the Career Development Counselor and the Mentor Match Coordinator. Gay's program was how the business community can get involved to provide 'on the job' insight for students.

President-Elect John Gorton calling the meeting to order.

Rot. Brad Duvall providing the Sunshine Report.

Rot. Brad Duvall collecting fines as the temporary Sgt. of Arms.

Rotarian of the Day, Rot. Bob Hays introducing his guest.

Gay Petit, Career Development Counselor with Canadian Valley Tech

2018.5.31 Mark Brennaman DBSA

The meeting was called to order by President Elizabeth Allen. The prayer was led by Rot. Michael Oberlender and the pledge by Rot. Hal Brock. Catering was provided by Billy Sims BBQ. The Rotarian of the Day was Julius Haralson and in his absence,

Pres. Elizabeth introduced the speaker, Mark Brennaman with the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA). Mark recently retired from teaching student success courses at University of Central Oklahoma. he now works part-time for Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of Oklahoma, a non-profit organization that helps people with mental health disorders live product lives. In addition to his work in mental health, Mark also helps companies have successful wellness programs that empower individuals to achieve and maintain wellness.

Seth Oberlender thank the club for awarding the Dan Procter Scholarship award to him at the CHS awards assembly.

Seth Oberlender and Pres. Elizabeth Allen

Sergeant-of-Arms Rot. Jim Allen providing the Sunshine report.

Mark Brennaman with the DBSA, the speaker for the day.

2018.5.24 Joe Waugh, Tipton's Children's Home

President Elizabeth Allen called the meeting to order. Prayer was led by Rot. Gerron Smith, the pledge by Rot. Tom Rose, and song, "Sunny Side of the Street" by Rot. Mitch Williams. Catering was provided by Interurban.

The Rotarian of the Day was David Hall who introduced Joe Waugh with the Tipton's Children's Home. Joe has been in his current position with the Home for four years. He has been married for 30 years and has four children. One child is in graduate school at OSU, one is a college graduate, one that works in Norman and the fourth is a sophomore in Tipton. Before going to work at the Home, Joe was a stockbroker with Merrill Lynch and Edward Jones.

Joe Waugh, Tipton's Children's Home

2018.5.10 Dr. Irv Wagner from OU, Trombone Professor

The meeting was called to order by President Elizabeth Allen. Pres. Allen led the club in prayer and pledge. Catering was provided by BJ's Restaurant. The Rotarian of the Day was President-Elect John Gorton who introduced Dr. Irv Wagner, trombone professor for the University of Oklahoma.

Dr. Irvin Wagner is a faculty member at the University of Oklahoma where he holds the distinguished titles of David Ross Boyd and Regents Professor of Music. At OU he teaches trombone and conducts the Trombone Choir. he also enjoys serving as the Conductor of the Oklahoma Community Orchestra as well as a frequent Guest Conductor for the Austin Symphony Orchestra, the Kansas City Symphony Orchestra and other orchestras around the world such as the Paraguay National Symphony Orchestra, the Russian Imperial Orchestra in St. Petersburg, Russia and the Cannes Symphony Orchestra in France. He's performed for US Presidents, The Pope and for Elvis Presley.

Rotarian of the Day, President-Elect John Gorton introducing Dr. Irv Wagner.

Dr. Irvin Wagner, Professor of Trombone at the University of Oklahoma

A trombone quartette: Aaron Smith, Brandon Nutt, Nathan Walyer, and Dr. Irv Wagner.

2018.5.10 Ogie Shaw

The May 20, 2018 Rotary Club was called to order by President Elizabeth Allen who also led the group in prayer and pledge. Catering was provided by Cotton Patch. The Rotarian of the Day was Rot. John Feaver. In his absence, Pres. Allen introduced the program, Ogie Shaw, BA, BA, MSM and President of Ogie Shaw Fitness and Ogie Shaw Wellness.

Ogie Shaw is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with B.A. degrees in both Speech and physical Education. He also holds a Master of Sacred Ministry degree from Multnomah Biblical Seminary in Portland, Oregon. He earned a certificate as a Cooper Trained™ Health Promotion Director from the Cooper Institute® in Dallas, Texas.

He played on two State Championship baseball teams in high school. He was an outstanding army football and basketball player, studied Karate in Japan, and holds a Second Degree Black Belt. He won First Place in the Carolina Karate Tournament.

He served four years in the U.S. Army, and was presented the Army Commendation Medal for his work in Military Intelligence in Vietnam. He has served as Brigade Fitness Director for the Oregon National Guard.

The program on fitness was extremely interesting and well presented.

Ogie Shaw

Newspaper article with Mr. Shaw

Mr. Shaw demonstrating the Isorobic exerciser.

Volunteer, Rotarian Brad Duvall giving the Isorobic a try.

2018.5.3 Christi Roney Habitat for Humanity

The meeting was called to order by President Elizabeth Allen. Prayer was led by Pres. Allen and the pledge by Rotarian Lewis Knisley. Catering was provided by Chicken Express. Rotarian David Posey introduced the program, Christi Roney with the Habitat for Humanity.

The Rotarian of the Day - David Posey

Christi Roney with the Habitat for Humanity

2018.4.26 Sundy Corbin, Long Term Care

President Elizabeth Allen called the meeting to order. The prayer was led by Rot. Michael Oberlender and the pledge by Rot. Hank Ross. Catering was provided by Jimmy's Egg.

President-Elect John Gorton gave a recap of his training from the 2018 P.E.T.S. program in Dallas. He challenged the club to volunteer for the new year's committees and positions. He also challenged the member to try to bring someone new to Rotary to increase membership.

President Elect John Gorton

Rotarian Frank Farmer introduced the day's program: Sundy Corbin with New York Life, who discussed Long Term Care.

Rotarian of the Day, Frank Farmer

Sundy Corbin has been helping and serving her clients since 2004 specializing in insurance recommendations related to estate, business and long term care planning. She is a continued education instructor for the Oklahoma Bar Association, Oklahoma Department of Insurance and the Oklahoma Society of CPA's one the subject of long term care and insurance planning. Currently she works for New York Life.

Sundy Corbin discussing the details of Long Term Care

2018.4.19 Shian Burns, OSU Extension

President Elizabeth Allen called the meeting to order. The club welcomed the visitor: Daryl Anderson. Prayer was led by Rotarian Kory Kirkland and pledge was led by Rotarian Rocky Roberson. Catering was provided by Rock Island Grill.

Rotarian of the day was Jay Epperson who introduced Shian Burns with the OSU Extension. Shian discussed how the importance of butterfly gardens to help with pollination.

Shian Burns with the OSU Extension discussing butterfly gardens.

2018.4.17 Raffle Winner

The winner of the 2018 Chickasha Rotary Club raffle is APRIL BRATCHER. April won a two night stay at Belle Amore in Broken Bow, a $50 gift card to both Abendnigos and to Grateful Head Pizza.

Rotarian President-Elect John Gorton presenting the gift certificates to April Bratcher.

2018.4.12 State Rep. Leslie Osborn

Posted on Apr 12, 2018

The meeting was called to order by President Elizabeth Allen. Prayer was led by Rotarian Tom Adams and the pledge by Rotarian Pauline Garrett. With the absence of Rotarian Tim Elliott, Rot. Steve LaForge introduced the program speaker, State Representative Leslie Osborn. Catering was provided by Billy Sims BBQ.

Rep. Osborn gave great information on the state budge, how items get appropriated, and an update on the Oklahoma teachers walk.

Rotarian Steve LaForge introducing the program speaker for the day.

Oklahoma State Representative Leslie Osborn.

2018.4.5 Cindy Byrd, Deputy State Auditor

The April 5, 2018 meeting was called to order by President Allen. The club was led in prayer by Rotarian Jim Allen and the pledge by Rotarian David Posey. The Rotarian of the Day was Rotarian Greg Elliott who presented Cindy Byrd, the Oklahoma Deputy State Auditor. Catering was provided by Interurban.

The Sunshine Report was handled by Rotarian Jim Allen who visited with Rotarians Mark Tibbetts and Rocky Roberson.

The Sgt of Arms was quick to notice that the Chickasha Citizen of the Year (Rotarian Tim Elliott) was in attendance at the meeting.

Rotarian Greg Elliott introducing Deputy State Auditor Cindy Byrd.

Deputy State Auditor Cindy Byrd discussing some of the more interesting aspects of auditing.

2018.3.29 Capt Lyle Hall, US Navy

The meeting was called to order by President Elizabeth Allen, who also lead the club in the prayer and pledge. Catering was provided by BJ's.

The Rotarian of the Day was Rotarian John Allen. The program was America's Navy, presented by Captain Lyle Hall. Captain Hall is a native of Cement, Oklahoma and graduated from Texas A&M University in 1991. He assumed command of the NROTC Unit at OU in July 2016.

President Allen and Captain Hall

Captain Lyle Hall presenting, "America's Navy"

2018.3.22 Mary Kate Henson, TSET, Open Streets

The meeting was called to order by Board Member Chris Mosley. The prayer was lead by Rotarian Tom Avant followed by the pledge by Rotarian John Gorton. Catering was provided by Cotton Patch.

The Rotarian of the Day was Mary Kate Henson who discussed the Open Streets/Moving Feets event that will be on Saturday, May 5th from 10 am to 1 pm. The festival will be on Chickasha Ave between the train depot and 3rd Street. Open Streets/Moving Feets is a free, international celebration encouraging physical and mental health as well as a focus on education.

Mary Kate Henson, with TSET discussing the Open Streets / Moving Feets Celebration

2018.3.15 Zelda McCall, Oklahoma Blood Institute

The meeting was called to order by President Elizabeth Allen. Prayer was led Rotarian Cody White and pledge by Rotarian Jay Epperson. President Allen inducted three new members: Lt. David Brittle (a transfer), Cassie Ersland and John Noblitt. Each new member gave a brief statement to introduce themselves to the club. Catering was provided by Chicken Express.

The Rotarian of the Day was Richard Dillon and the speaker was Zelda McCall with the Oklahoma Blood Institute.

Induction of the three new members.

Lt. David Brittle from The Salvation Army.

Cassie Ersland from USAO

John Noblitt, the City Manager of Chickasha

Zelda McCall with the Oklahoma Blood Institute

2018.3.8 Jack Herron, Superintendent of Chickasha Schools

President Elizabeth Allen called the meeting to order and led both the prayer and flag salute. First order of business was presenting the PHF+2 to Rotarian David Posey. President Allen stated that Cassandra Ersland had been voted into the club. Allen also announced that City Manager John Noblitt has also submitted an application.

The ROTD was Rotarian Bret Burns who introduced the Chickasha Superintendent John Herrons.

President Allen presenting the PHF+2 to Rotarian David Posey .

Jack Herron the Chickasha Superintendent

2018.3.1 Dan Boren, Chickasaw Nation

Posted by Ann Manchester

The 3/1/2018 meeting was called to order by President Elizabeth Allen. A drawing to provide 130 free PHF points was awarded to Rotarians Burruss, McNatt, and Stanton. President Allen had a club vote for Rotarian John Gorton to be the 2017-2018 President-Elect. The club voted a unanimous YAY. President Allen presented the name of Cassandra Ersland for a prospective member.

Prayer was provided by Rotarian Chris Mosley, pledged by Rotarian Jerry Pittman, and catering by Rock Island Grill.

Rotarian Ronnie Bogle introduced his program: Dan Boren, President of Corporate Development for the Chickasaw Nation.

Dan Boren, President of Corporate Development, Chickasaw Nation

2018.8.15 Rotary Run Update

President Elizabeth Allen called the meeting to order. Rotarian Kory Kirkland provided opening prayer and Rotarian Gary McNatt led the flag salute. Catering was provided by Interurban.

President Elizabeth discussed the upcoming fund-raiser/run, scheduled for Saturday, April 7th.