Rotary meeting notes: August 22, 2007
Our meeting was called to order today by President Beetle Bailey. Invocation was given by Blount Sheppard. John Hanson recognized our visitors, Kelly Payne and members of the interact club.
Lyman Whitehead shared with our group that Chuck Larsen’s recent surgery did not go as well as anticipated and reminded us to keep Chuck in our thoughts and prayers. He then shared some of his entertaining commentary.
Rod Funderburk was pleased to announce to our club that both of our candidates were awarded scholarships recently. Way to go!
Jim Wellman informed us that the volunteer sign up sheet for the Okra Strut would be available in the near future. This year, the club is seeking children/grandchildren of our members to ride on our float in the parade. Please let Jim know if you have children available/interested. Look for more details on assistance needed for another successful Okra Strut.
The excitement heated up when Beetle asked Skey Caskey to do a quick auction for an Authentic Steve Spurrier signed visor. If you were not present, words cannot describe the fun had by all. Needless to say, the club is $200.00 richer thanks to the generosity of Bob Mosely and Joel Collins and the good nature of our President, Beetle Bailey. If you missed our meeting, call or sit by a fellow Rotarian that was present and ask for details.
Steve Spurrier lands experienced placekicker after recruiting trip to Lake Murray - Irmo Rotary. Beetle Bailey, formerly partial to a different in-state University, shows off his autographed Carolina hat. Beetle says - Go Cocks!!
Eddie Robinson introduced Chip Huggins and our own Nathan Ballentine who provided legislative updates as well as community items:
• They invited us to attend the upcoming Prayer Breakfast at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church on September 27, 2007 at 7:30. Tickets are $8.00 or a table for $250.00.
• There is a Memorial for CPL David Weinmontz(sp?) on August 30th. David was a Dutch Fork Graduate killed at war.
• New law surrounding Gang Violations
• Underage Drinking Laws
• Programs beginning in Middle School for credit, checking acct, etc. Asked for volunteers to assist.
• Department of Revenue errors and its impact on School programs as well as other programs
• Cigarette Tax
• Discussion of our roads and bridges given the recent Bridge Collapse
• Discussion of toll roads--pros vs. cons-status of our toll roads in SC
• AND last but certainly not least the status of the GREEN BEAN Museum
President Beetle dismissed the meeting after thanking our speakers for the opportunity to visit with them.
Our meeting was called to order today by President Beetle Bailey. Invocation was given by Blount Sheppard. John Hanson recognized our visitors, Kelly Payne and members of the interact club.
Lyman Whitehead shared with our group that Chuck Larsen’s recent surgery did not go as well as anticipated and reminded us to keep Chuck in our thoughts and prayers. He then shared some of his entertaining commentary.
Rod Funderburk was pleased to announce to our club that both of our candidates were awarded scholarships recently. Way to go!
Jim Wellman informed us that the volunteer sign up sheet for the Okra Strut would be available in the near future. This year, the club is seeking children/grandchildren of our members to ride on our float in the parade. Please let Jim know if you have children available/interested. Look for more details on assistance needed for another successful Okra Strut.
The excitement heated up when Beetle asked Skey Caskey to do a quick auction for an Authentic Steve Spurrier signed visor. If you were not present, words cannot describe the fun had by all. Needless to say, the club is $200.00 richer thanks to the generosity of Bob Mosely and Joel Collins and the good nature of our President, Beetle Bailey. If you missed our meeting, call or sit by a fellow Rotarian that was present and ask for details.
Steve Spurrier lands experienced placekicker after recruiting trip to Lake Murray - Irmo Rotary. Beetle Bailey, formerly partial to a different in-state University, shows off his autographed Carolina hat. Beetle says - Go Cocks!!
Eddie Robinson introduced Chip Huggins and our own Nathan Ballentine who provided legislative updates as well as community items:
• They invited us to attend the upcoming Prayer Breakfast at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church on September 27, 2007 at 7:30. Tickets are $8.00 or a table for $250.00.
• There is a Memorial for CPL David Weinmontz(sp?) on August 30th. David was a Dutch Fork Graduate killed at war.
• New law surrounding Gang Violations
• Underage Drinking Laws
• Programs beginning in Middle School for credit, checking acct, etc. Asked for volunteers to assist.
• Department of Revenue errors and its impact on School programs as well as other programs
• Cigarette Tax
• Discussion of our roads and bridges given the recent Bridge Collapse
• Discussion of toll roads--pros vs. cons-status of our toll roads in SC
• AND last but certainly not least the status of the GREEN BEAN Museum
President Beetle dismissed the meeting after thanking our speakers for the opportunity to visit with them.
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