Million Dollar Meal Fundraiser
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Reading is fun at Cimarron Elementary!
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Welcome Home Heroes!
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A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Sister Rotary Club of Torreón! We had the honor of visiting our sister Rotary Club of Torreón, and we’re filled with gratitude for the warm hospitality and genuine friendship extended to us. From heartfelt conversations to shared laughter, every moment reminded us of the global Rotary spirit that connects us across borders. We are especially inspired by your legacy of meaningful service projects, a true testament to your ongoing commitment to Service Above Self. Thank you for your unwavering dedication and for making us feel at home. Here’s to continued collaboration and a shared mission of creating lasting change in our communities and beyond!
The Rotary Clubs of North Shore, Texas, and Torreón, Mexico, are proudly celebrating 25 years as Sister Clubs, a partnership that has fostered cross-border friendship and meaningful service since its official formation in March 2000. The connection began when Rotarians John Painter and Celso Reyes met during district governor training and encouraged collaboration between then North Shore president Dr. Donald Niño and Torreón president Gabriel DeLeon.
The first official visit to Torreón took place in September 2001. Dr. Niño, his wife, and then-club president Mark Mulloy with his wife were warmly welcomed by the Torreón club with a luncheon and tour of their community projects, including a drug rehabilitation program, computer vocational classes, and facilities for seniors and orphans. The visit coincided with La Feria, Torreón’s major annual fundraiser held each September, which raises funds through cultural festivities and entertainment.
In 2003, Torreón members visited North Shore for the club’s Fish Fry, and regular exchanges have continued nearly every year since, building personal and professional bonds. Over the years, the clubs have collaborated on numerous joint projects. In Torreón, efforts have included furnishing a school food kitchen, donating equipment to a rehab center, supporting a kindergarten bathroom renovation, and funding breast cancer and genetic testing programs. Matching grants have also supported water, hospital, and senior care initiatives.
The partnership extends into the U.S. as well. The Torreón club has contributed to North Shore’s annual backpack and school supply drive and supported a global grant to build a seminary school inside the Darrington Prison in Texas, promoting inmate rehabilitation through education and faith.
Now celebrating their silver anniversary, the Sister Club relationship between North Shore and Torreón remains a shining example of Rotary’s motto: Service Above Self, demonstrating how international friendship and service can transform communities across borders.
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This month, Rotarians around the world are united in action to support the health and well-being of mothers and children. Access to essential resources like clean water, nutrition, and health services can save lives — and even small efforts make a big impact.
💛 Our club is stepping up by collecting and donating diapers to families in need — a simple, powerful way to support maternal health and give every child a healthy start.
🧷 Because when Rotarians come together, communities grow stronger.
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| On June 13, 2025 we gathered for our 68th Annual Installation Banquet and Awards Ceremony. We praised our outgoing 2024-2025 President, Mrs. Danna Urbantke Nino, for her incredible leadership, servants heart, and for meeting and exceeding all of her goals. We then welcomed in our newly installed 2025-2026 President, Mrs. Minelia Izaguirre. We were joined by Rotary District 5890 Past District Governor, Ms. Heather Rimato, Governor Mrs. Nancy Anderson, District Governor Elect, Mr. Tom Kelchner, Past District Governors Mr. John Painter, and Mr. Bill Palko. We were also joined by Assistant Governor, Ms. Edie Houlden, District Govenor Wlect Nominee Ms. Dona Ficker Burke, and many others. Our master of ceremonies, was our own Wayne Oquin, who did an excellent job. | |
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Thank you, Danna Nino!!
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