Welcome to Rotary Club of Mineral Wells

Mineral Wells

Service Above Self

We meet In Person
Wednesdays at 12:00 PM
Southside Church of Christ
1401 S.E. 25th Avenue
Mineral Wells, TX 76068
United States of America
Every Wednesday at noon except during Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's.
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Where there's a way, there's United Way
 
With its 2020 campaign underway, United Way of Palo Pinto County board President Christina Phenix, pictured center, spoke to Rotary Club of Mineral Wells members at Wednesday's meeting.
 
All monies donated to United Way stay within Palo Pinto County. The agency supports local non-profit partner agencies Addiction Recovery Ministries, CASA-Hope For Children, Girl Scouts of Palo Pinto County, Meals on Wheels of Palo Pinto County, Mineral Wells Center of Life, New Haven/Helping Hands, Palo Pinto County 4H, Child Welfare Board of Palo Pinto County and The Salvation Army.
 
United Way of PPC this year also matched funds raised for Back Pack Buddies of Mineral Wells.
 
Because of COVID-19, the agency this year has to cancel its biggest and very popular fundraiser, the annual Penny Auction. On Thursday they will be selling baked potato lunches at Southside Church of Christ, and have planned a bucket brigade to collect donations in town.
 
For more information about this year's campaign, the partner agencies or to make a donation, call 940-325-1344 or email uwppc76067@gmail.com. Find United Way of Palo Pinto County on Facebook here. They also have a website under development here.
 
Pictured with Christina are Rotary Club President Tonya Gary, left, and program chair for the day Connie Ball. Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at noon at Southside Church of Christ with lunch catered by Sadie's Eats.
TAKING TO THE TRAILS – Rhett Warren discusses Mineral Wells' newest paths to outdoor recreation and tourism
 
Expanding on what already exists and is planned, Mineral Wells and the area could become a mecca for mountain bikers, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts that helps attract new families, visitors and commerce.
 
That is what Mineral Wells Rotary Club members heard and saw today in a presentation from Rhett Warren regarding the new 4.5 miles of Western Heritage Park Trails now open for the public to walk, run or ride. The courses – designed, mapped and marked for youth/beginners, intermediate and experienced trail riders – are nearly complete.
 
The trails are located at Western Heritage Park, known by many as the former Lion's Park, on far North Oak Avenue. The former city park is under the control and operation of Texas Frontier Trails, which partnered with Warren and his brother, Will, to design and build the trails within much of the park's 50 acres.
 
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GLENN ROGERS: 'We can't be bought'
Rotary Club of Mineral Wells' second meeting of the year Wednesday had a great turnout, a delicious lunch and a special visitor in guest speaker Dr. Glenn Rogers, who after Nov. 3 will have the title of state representative-elect.
 
Out-funded and facing a huge political battle against Empower Texans-figurehead Jon Francis, Rogers finished second to Francis by about 700 votes in the eight-county District 60 race in the March Republican primary to advance to a COVID-delayed runoff.
 
Rogers may have been out-spent more than 2-1 by the Cisco billionaires and millionaires who pumped some $1.5 million into the Francis campaign, but he was not outworked and it paid off in July when Rogers won the high-profile race by nearly the same 700 votes. Palo Pinto County's strong turnout and support helped carry the fifth-generation Palo Pinto Countian to the win.
 
“We can't be bought,” was Rogers' response to a question asking him what he took away from the hard-fought campaign that initially included Granbury attorney Kellye Sorrelle and former Mineral Wells mayor Christopher Perricone.
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WE'RE BACK! Rotary club meets for first time in six months
 
In our first meeting as a club since March, Rotarian Beth Henary Watson brought Mineral Wells City Manager Randy Criswell, who talked about several things on the economic development front that he can't be specific about yet. Also being discussed is a partnership with a company to bring commercial enterprise to Mineral Wells Regional Airport and several new housing development projects working their through the process.
 
It was a great first meeting, with lunch catered by Sadie’s Eats.
 
We are meeting at noon Wednesdays at Southside Church of Christ. Look for her lunch menu options to posted Friday on our Facebook group page and also sent to your email. Lunches are $10 and orders to Sadie must be placed by Monday.
2020 Rotary Scholarship recipients recognized
 
We were able this week to formally recognize some of our 2020 scholarship recipients. They will have their scholarship awards sent to their colleges.
 
Pictured at top is Emma Bullock with Past President David May. She received a $750 Willie Casper Jr. Rotary Scholarship, as did Claire Rasmussen (not pictured). Below left, Braden Fryer received a $250 Rotary Interact scholarship. Bottom center, Jessie Ishmael received a $500 Jimmy Ashby Memorial Rotary Scholarship. Bottom right, Paige Riney received the $1,000 Zach Elder Memorial Rotary Scholarship. Also this year Regan Carter (not pictured) received a $1,500 Rotary Scholarship.
 
Congrats and good luck to all recipients and thanks to the community for making these scholarships possible.
EXCITING NEWS! We are soon to be meeting and riding
 
Today’s Rotary Club of Mineral Wells board meeting produced some exciting news as the club begins to regroup and move forward once again.
 
First, we will be meeting weekly again beginning Wednesday, Sept. 9. We will meet Wednesdays at noon in the fellowship hall of Southside Church of Christ, 1401 S.E. 25th Avenue. Thanks to Connie Ball’s coordination, the church is opening its beautiful and spacious building to us. It is easy to get to, plentiful parking and just a few steps from your car to the building.
 
Our meetings will be catered by Sadie’s Eats (2020 Reader’s Choice winner for best salad.) We will provide more details on how to order and pay for meals, but essentially Sadie will offer two box lunch choices like she currently does on Mondays and Tuesdays.
 
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A letter from Past District Governor Peter Scott
 
At midnight (Wednesday) I will become your Immediate Past District Governor, and Roger Paschal will become the Governor of our great district!  As my term ends, I want to thank you for allowing me the privilege of serving as your District Governor for the past year.  
 

I look back to July first 2019 and feel that I was so lucky.  I was able to make all of my club visits in person.  Then Lynn and I were able to participate in some club fundraisers and other events, which helped us to get to know you better, and helped me to become a better Rotarian.

I met so many wonderful people. All of our clubs, large or small, truly care about our communities, and the world.  Even before COVID, that was clearly evident. 
 
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New Rotary Club officers in place for 2020-2021
 
A new Rotary Club of Mineral Wells year begins today, July 1, with new officers in place across all levels of our organization.

 

For our club that means Tonya Gary is now club president, with Karyn Bullock our president-elect. We have several members who have stepped up and are now in new roles of service and leadership. Pat Wilson is our new treasurer. Dianne Templar is now secretary. Kelly Strain is our new membership chair. Stacy Choate is taking on new duties related to financial accounting and tracking for our flag program.

 

David May is now past president, but retaining his roles as publicity and flag program chair.

 

“As I told those at the social, it was my honor to serve this year as your president,” May said. “It was not the year any of us expected. We experienced growth in membership and enthusiasm while adding a very successful new fundraiser and carrying out our service projects and commitments before everything was halted. Despite that, I am encouraged about our future and exited about our new leadership and members serving in new roles. I see them continuing to grow and learn and lead our club successfully into the future. Thanks to each and every one of you for your support, encouragement and kind words during my year as your president.”

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Club Info
Officers & Directors
President
Tonya Gary
President Elect
Karyn Bullock
Immediate Past President
David May
Secretary
Dianne Templar
Treasurer
Pat Wilson
The Rotary Foundation
Dan Steele
Vocational Services/Interact
Carrie Martin
Club Service/Community Service
Connie Ball
Membership
Kelly Strain
Public Image
David May
Other: Fundraiser - Flag Program
David May
Other: Fundraiser - Pancake Supper
Karyn Bullock
Other: Fundraisers - Sponsorships
Tonya Gary
Club Socials
Candi Harrison
Other: Fundraiser - Crazy Kicker
Bill Jones
Executive Secretary / Director
Dan Steele
Speakers
Megan Hudson
Oct 28, 2020 12:00 PM
Dr. Michael Myers, Urologist
Club Assembly
Nov 04, 2020 12:00 PM
Dan Steele
Nov 11, 2020 12:00 PM
Rotary Foundation
Dianne Templar
Nov 18, 2020 12:00 PM
Magpie Inn
Holiday
Nov 25, 2020 12:00 PM
Club Assembly
Dec 02, 2020 12:00 PM
Tonya Gary / Karyn Bullock
Dec 09, 2020 12:00 PM
Pat Wilson
Dec 16, 2020 12:00 PM
Holiday
Dec 23, 2020 12:00 PM
Holiday
Dec 30, 2020 12:00 PM
Club Assembly
Jan 06, 2021 12:00 PM
Janette Green
Jan 13, 2021 12:00 PM
John Kuhn
Jan 20, 2021 12:00 PM
Stacy Choate
Jan 27, 2021 12:00 PM
Club Assembly
Feb 03, 2021 12:00 PM
Scott Elder
Feb 10, 2021 12:00 PM
Kelly Strain
Feb 17, 2021 12:00 PM
Nancy Cameron
Feb 24, 2021 12:00 PM
Club Assembly
Mar 03, 2021 12:00 PM
Monica Reidlinger
Mar 10, 2021 12:00 PM
Cory Crenshaw
Mar 17, 2021 12:00 PM
Stacie Frye
Mar 24, 2021 12:00 PM
Open
Mar 31, 2021 12:00 PM
Candi Harrison
Mar 31, 2021 12:00 PM
Club Assembly
Apr 07, 2021 12:00 PM
Meagan Kostiha
Apr 14, 2021 12:00 PM
Louanne Noel-Post
Apr 21, 2021 12:00 PM
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Birthdays & Anniversaries
Member Birthdays:
  • Megan Hudson
    October 2
  • Crystal Cameron
    October 4
  • Beth Henary Watson
    October 14
  • Keri Walden
    October 21
  • Cory Crenshaw
    October 30
  • Eric Douglas
    November 23
  • Shane Coleman
    November 25
Spouse/Partner Birthdays:
  • Billie Thompson
    October 16
  • Michael Burns
    October 18
  • Richard
    November 6
Anniversaries:
  • Janette Green
    Robert Green
    October 12
  • Beth Henary Watson
    Steve E. Watson
    October 18
  • Lottie Eubanks
    Bill Eubanks
    November 5
  • Shane Coleman
    Lisa Coleman
    November 21
Join Date:
  • Cory Crenshaw
    October 4, 2017
    3 years
  • Linda Porter-Bradford
    October 13, 2010
    10 years
  • Lyndel Butcher
    October 23, 2019
    1 year
  • Maegan Kostiha
    October 23, 2019
    1 year
  • Ross Korkmas
    October 23, 2019
    1 year
  • Dianne Templar
    October 24, 2017
    3 years
  • Connie Ball
    October 29, 2003
    17 years
  • Raymond Greenwood
    October 30, 2013
    7 years
  • Janet Holland
    November 1, 1988
    32 years
  • Pat Wilson
    November 13, 2019
    1 year
Meals on Wheels Schedule

2020-2021 Meals on Wheel Schedule

 

SEPTEMBER

4 – Pat Wilson / Tonya Gary

11 – Eric Douglas

18 – JJ Dugan

25 – Janette Green

 

OCTOBER

2 – Karyn Bullock / Shirl Hawes

9 – Raymond Greenwood

16 – Phil Garrett

23 – Linda Porter-Bradford

30 – Stacie Frye / Louanne Noel

 

NOVEMBER

6 – Connie Ball / David May

13 – Steve / Lyn Butcher

20 – Jimmy Walker / Jeanette Ender

27 – John Kuhn

29 – Ross Korkmas / Megan Hudson

 

DECEMBER

4 – Dianne Templar / David May

11 – Wesley Wermuth / Saskia Vaughan

18 – Maegan Kostiha / Monica Reidlinger

25 – No deliveries

 

JANUARY

1 – No deliveries

8 – David May

15 – Shane Coleman

22 – Cory Crenshaw

29 – Bill Jones

 

FEBRUARY

5 – Dan Steele

12 – Beth Watson / Stacy Choate

19 – Ross Korkmas / Megan Hudson

26 – Scott Elder

 

MARCH

5 – Kelly Strain / Candi Harrison

12 – Pat Wilson / Tonya Gary

19 – Eric Douglas

26 – JJ Dugan

 

APRIL

2 – Janette Green

9 – Karyn Bullock

16 – Raymond Greenwood

23 – Phil Garrett

30 – Linda Porter-Bradford

 

MAY

7 – Stacie Frye / Louanne Noel

14 – Connie Ball / David May

21 – Steve/Lyn Butcher

28 – Jimmy Walker / Jeanette Ender

 

JUNE

4 – John Kuhn

11 – Ross Korkmas / Megan Hudson

18 – Dianne Templar / Sheree Patterson

25 – Wesley Wermuth / Meagan Kostiha

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