Club News
Paul Harris Fellow Pinning Ceremony
Rayford Copelin, Club President, pinned four Rotarians with their new Paul Harris Fellow (PHF) pins received from Rotary International during the November 5, 2024 meeting. From left to right: (standing) Steve Waters (PHF +1), Joe West (PHF +2), David Chadwick (PHF +1), Rayford Copelin, and (seated) Robert Hughes (PHF +1).
Two Members Honored for 50 Years of Service to Rotary
During the Tuesday, October 29 meeting, Club President Rayford Copelin presented certificates to Joe West and David Chadwick for 50 years of service to the club. In recognition of their dedicated service to the Rotary Club of Center, donations to Polio Plus was made on their behalf earning them an additional Paul Harris Fellow.
Darren and Kerri Wiggins spoke at the Tuesday, October 22nd meeting about Wiggins Farms. They highlighted day to day operations of their agriculture business as well as what it takes to get watermelons from the farm to the table. They spoke about the promotional side of the business and gave a glimpse into the negotiations aspects of working with large companies.
2023-2024 Rotary Year Highlights
The community celebrated renovations of the Fannie Brown Booth Memorial Library on April 30, 2024, achieved through the efforts of the Center Rotary Club. Steve Waters, Center Rotary Club President, described the event. “Obviously we’re here to dedicate what we’ve done through a grant from the Rotary District 5910, and it’s just a great day for the library,” said Waters. “We revamped this room, so nice. I appreciate everybody’s help in doing this.”