GUESTS: Sandy Woodson, Cancer Council of Reno County, our guest speaker and Victor Curtis, Jeff Robersons Father-In-Law.
FINES: Sergeant-At-Arms Ward Davis and Tom Hymer levied this weeks fines. Doug Foss, Jeff Brewer, Dane Power and Randy Hendrickson were fined because Ward didnt have anyone on his list and these unfortunate souls were in his line of sight. Mark Treaster was fined for merely reaching into his pocket but the Sgt. thought he was reaching for his wallet. Duke Wiggins was fined for laughing at the Sergeant. Paul Brown was fined for yelling across the street at Ward Davis and his crew who were busy working on renovation of the Sylvan now George Pyle Park Gazebo. A number of members who had not yet to sign-up for a work shift for the NJCAA tournament were fined. Remember to keep your head down and not make eye contact with the Sergeants.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: The NJCAA Tournament is in progress. Be sure to work the shifts you signed up for. Should you have an emergency or illness contact Tom Hymer 727-1821.
Jim Kicklighter announced that this was his last meeting as he has taken a job managing the Georgia Pacific Gypsum Board Plant in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Jim we thank you for your many years of service with the club and wish you and your family the best during this transition.
PROGRAM: Jeff Roberson introduced Sandy Woodson, Executive Director of the Cancer Council of Reno County. Sandy has been the Director for five years but has been on the council for ten years. The position was half-time to start with but has developed into a full time position. The council began in 1998 because there were not enough funds coming back into Reno County from the American Cancer Society to meet the needs of cancer patients in Reno County. All of the funds raised by CCRC are spent here in Reno County. The first year they helped 20 to 25 patients out of approximately 65 before running out of funds. Today there are over 200 patients in need of assistance. CCRC helps cancer patients with limited reimbursements for prescription drugs, necessary travel to and from treatment centers, wigs, hats and turbans, prosthetic devices, needed medical equipment, nutritional supplements and cancer-related dental needs. They also provide support group information. Fundraisers include the annual Reno Round-Up & Auction and the Bag Lady Luncheon. There is an evening Starlight Remembrance held each fall at Avenue A Park. Donations can also be made to their endowment fund at the Hutchinson Community Foundation. They also welcome and appreciate cash donations.
50/50 Drawing: Dwight Wiehl won and donated $20 to the Cancer Council of Reno County.
Newsletter Drawing: Dane Power won $15 and donated it to the Cancer Council of Reno County.
Newsletter question: For $5, HCC lost to which junior college team at the tournament?
Next Weeks Program: Sharon Robinson Shuks, Visions of Hope
Editor: Steve Conard