Rotary Club Installs New President

The Trenton Rotary Club installed its new president during a meeting on Thursday, June 29 held at the BTC Bank community room. Michael Ormsby conducted the business meeting, Dan Wilford gave the prayer and Brian Upton was sergeant at arms.

Scott Sharp and Mrs. Soptic.

the knock out roses at the Grundy R-V High School.

Members were asked to think about it and a decision will be made later. The flower show at the upcoming Trenton Fair was discussed and members were encouraged to enter any flowers they could. Barb also gave information about the online Master Gardener Class that is coming up.

Barb gave a lesson on asiatic lilies and brought bulbs to share with the members.

The next meeting will be held on July 10, 2023 at 10 a.m. at the country home of Nedra Stephenson.

Members are to meet at the Galt Christian Church at 9:45 a.m. to carpool.

Wilford Family Reunion Planned

The Wilford Family Reunion will be held on Sunday, July 30 at the First Baptist Church in Trenton.

The event will begin with a carry-in meal to be served at approximately 1 p.m.

During the meeting, Ormsby conducted installation ceremonies for Jackie Soptic, who will begin her duties as the 2023-24 president on July 1. Mrs. Soptic shared information regarding program and committee assignments for the coming year. Ormsby was also recognized for his year of service to the club. In addition to Mrs. Soptic, other officers are Scott Sharp, president-elect; Elizabeth Gibson, secretary; and Savannah Fogle, treasurer. Joining the board for a three-year term are Brian Upton, Doug Tye and Ryan Tepen. Other board members are Don Purkapile, Chris Hoffman, Michael Ormsby, Elizabeth Gibson, Savannah Fogle,

It was announced that a $5,000 Rotary Global Grant has been received by the North Platte Rotary Club to help with construction of an eye clinic in Kenya. Dr. Kim Baxter, a member of the North Platte Club, had presented a program about his work to the Trenton club in April and club members agreed to donate $500 as a match toward the grant. In addition, District 6040, of which Trenton is a part of, has provided a $4,000 match. Individual members were also encouraged to make a donation. The Kenya Rotary Club will be providing an in-kind donation to this project.

The program at the Thursday, July 6 meeting will be presented by Brent Stevens, NW/NEMO Work Development Board executive director, who will talk about the organization’s workforce initiatives and services. Kristi Harris will be the program chairman.

THS Class of 1967 To Meet

The Trenton High School Class of 1967 will meet at El Toro restaurant in Trenton on Friday, July 14 at 11:30 a.m. Members in the class will discuss former teachers, classmates and school memories. The group is also collecting money for a THS scholarship for a 2024 graduating class member. Former classmates are encouraged to attend. www.republican-times.com

A Card Shower has been requested for

Henry Brush

who will celebrate his 84th Birthday on July 11 Cards may be sent to: 14688 Kasota Rd., Princeton, MO 64673