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2024 Economic Forum
The Texas A&M University—Kingsville College of Business Administration will host its annual Economic Forum. This year's speaker will be Brian Picard, Sales Operations Specialist with Dell Technologies. He will be discussing leveraging AI for Business and Personal Use, with a focus on recent graduates and small businesses Register today and take the Economic Survey! |
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Polio Moto Rolls Through Kingsville
Rotary Club of Kingsville provided respite from the road for the Polio Moto. Rotarian bikers from around South Texas toured our district raising money and awareness about Polio. Rotary's mission is to eradicate this disabling disease from our planet. Last Saturday, October 19, we were proud to host the gang for a brief pit stop on their cruise. Learn more about Rotary's work to End Polio Now. See the crew enjoy ice cream refreshment with Kingsville Rotarians: Here. |
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Rotary District 5930 Donates to Disaster Relief
A number of Rotarians have expressed an interest in donating to the relief efforts for Hurricane Milton and Helene. So we have started a campaign and all funds that are raised will be donated to the relief efforts of Disaster Aid USA. Their mission is to provide disaster aid and relief world-wide, relying on the Guiding Principles of Rotary and the Rotary Four Way Test. The organization is operated entirely with volunteers and funds are needed for the work that is being done in the areas affected by the recent storms. Your support will be greatly appreciated! Donate today by clicking HERE! |
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Dream Catcher Summit
District 5930 Dream Catcher Summit will be held Saturday, September 21. Gain new insights and move to action. Increase impact, expand reach, enhance engagement, and increase adaptability for our club! Register here!
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Rotarians Assist in the Commissioning of U.S.S. Kingsville
The U.S.S. Kingsville was Commissioned Saturday, August 24, 2024, with Rotary there to Sail-ebrate the moment! Our city was honored by the naming of the newest Independence Class Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), and Rotarians were involved at every stage to bring the ship to life. Learn more about the ship and watch the must-sea event: Here! Look at the oar-struck Rotarians decked-out at the event: Here.
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Rotary Leadership Institute: New Classes Available!
Rotary Leadership Institute offers 3 levels of leadership training!
RLI is great way to learn more about our organization, and a must for those interested in helping in a leadership role. These courses are now in 3-hour sessions in your own home. Register now to take advantage of these on-line offerings to get your RLI Certificate! Learn more and Register: HERE. |
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Rotary Helps with the Heat
Rotary Club of Kingsville provided fans for neighbors in need. At the beginning of August, the hottest month of the year, Rotary Kingsville teamed up with Kleberg County Human Services and Kingsville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center to host a fan drive for local families in need. Contact Us on how you can help!
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Kingsville Night at Whataburger Field
Rotarians headed to Whataburger Field for Kingsville Night. Saturday, August 4, the Corpus Christi Hooks hosted the Kingsville community, recognizing the citizens and organizations of Kingsville. Rotary joined the fun and represented our great organization. |
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District Coming to Kingsville |
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Rotary 4-Way Test Competition
Kingsville Rotary held its annual 4-Way Test Speech Competition. The speech competition brought five local students to speak about how they used the Rotary 4-Way Test in their lives. Pictured are the students along with Kingsville Rotarians. 1st place Trista Mendietta 12th grade; 2nd place Arami Cruz 11th grade; and 3rd place Jose David Marin 11th grade. Additionally congratulations to Eder Garcia and Joel Mpano for participating. Finally, a special thanks to our judges Rotarians Charles Clements, Susan Ivy & J. Dean Craig and our 4-Way Test Chair Rotarian Claudia Trevino. Find more about the 4-Way Test Competition.
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Bears for Badges
The Academy High School Interact Club collected and donated bears to the Kleberg County Sheriff's Department. The Bears for Badges program is designed to equip police officers with stuffed bears which they can carry in their units to give to the children they encounter during difficult situations. The teddy bears are important tools for officers to connect with and comfort the community they serve. See more on the Santa Gertrudis ISD Facebook Page.
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One Summit
Rotary International, District 5930, presents One Summit. It is an interactive Assembly, no lectures but Rotarians networking together in groups of 8 at round tables. One Summit emphasizes the relationship among Membership, Public Image, and Humanitarian Service (the latter especially through The Rotary Foundation) and is a unique and effective way to help club members understand and become truly engaged in the opportunities offered by Rotary. Learn more, and register today! |
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Centennial Gala
Rotary Kingsville celebrated its 100th anniversary in style — Roaring '20s style. June 24, Rotarians and community members came together to commemorate a century of service. President Claudia Trevino passed the gavel to incomming president Dr. Steve Bain. Dinner and dancing as well as fundraising were enjoyed by all. We are looking forward to this year of recognition, learn how to join us: here! |
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KISD State of the District
Rotarians from all vocations turned out to hear the State of the District. Kingsville Independent School District informed the community Thursday, June 8, about the successes and challenges of the last year. Superintendent Cissy Reynolds-Perez and Board President Brian Coufal, both Rotarians, led the presentations. Honorees were inducted into the Hall of Fame, including Steve Bain, also a Rotarian, for Meritorious Service to the district. We salute the dedication and hard work of our members!
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Rotary Club of Kingsville Day!
May 26, 2023, will be Rotary Club of Kingsville Day! The City of Kingsville and Kleberg County have proclaimed the 100th birthday of our club be recognized. Join us in celebrating a century of service here in Kingsville, Texas! Pictured: Kingsville Rotarians with County Judge & Commissioners. |
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April Student of the Month Recognized
Rotary Kingsville was proud to award April Student of the Month.
At our 2 May meeting, we recognized Oliver James Holland from Riviera ISD as Student of the Month. Pictured at center are our President Claudia Trevino, Student Holland, and his support crew. Find out more about our Student of the Month Program: here. |
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Local 4-Way Test Winner sent to District
The 4-Way Test is the guiding principle for all Rotarians; we recite it at the end of every meeting. Each year Rotary Kingsville invites area students to put the Test to work in their lives and speak about it. The winning speeches are given scholarships and asked to continue on to our District-level competition. This year, we were pleased to send Julia Guerrero. She is the winner of our local competition and gave her speech last weekend to Rotarians from around South Texas. Good work, Julia!
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Command Performance
At our regular Tuesday Meeting, we were joined by KSO Conductor Colleen Ferguson. The Kingsville Symphony Orchestra is comprised of students from the School of Music at Texas A&M University—Kingsville and professional players from around South Texas. We are honored to have such a great organization in our small community. Learn more about the KSO: here.
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Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Program
At our March 21st Meeting, Neveah Sherrell spoke about her experience at RYLA. Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is a Rotary International leadership training program for youth. It's a multi-level, 3-day annual leadership camp for high-school ages held and organized and hosted by the Rotary Club of Corpus Christi for the Rotary Clubs here in the South Texas District 5930. Kingsville Rotary is proud to continue to sponsor our local students to attend this life-changing, educational experience. Find out more about RYLA here. |
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Oleksandr S. Zhalkovskyi shares his recent trip back to Ukraine
Rotary Kingsville was honored to have Oleksandr Zhalkovskyi share his story of his recent trip back to Ukraine. Alex, as we call him, is a student at Texas A&M University—Kingsville. At our February 7th meeting, he told us of his harrowing journey back to the country of his youth to collect his mother and bring her safely to the United States. Our members took up an impromptu collection after seeing his pictures and video — raising $207. Alex will send all funds collected to his friends on the front lines, most of whom are responsible for much of their own gear. Alex is pictured left with our President Claudia (middle) and guest. You may wish to learn more about Rotary International's response to the Ukraine crisis. We have two ways to send support by clicking the links: directly to Alex and to the Rotary Foundation.
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Rotary Christmas Party 2022
Rotary Club of Kingsville held its annual Christmas Party. Beautiful weather brought fun and fellowship at Tooter's Bayside Bar on December 13. Wishing All a very happy holiday season!
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February Student of the Month Recognized
Rotary Kingsville was proud to award February's Student of the Month.
We recognized Christian Morin from Academy High School as Student of the Month. He is pictured with our President Claudia Trevino and his support team! Find out more about our Student of the Month Program: here. |
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January Student of the Month Recognized
Rotary Kingsville was proud to award January Student of the Month.
At our last meeting in January, we recognized Noe Everett of H.M. King High School as Student of the Month. He is pictured with our President Claudia Trevino. Find out more about our Student of the Month Program: here. |
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December Student of the Month Recognized
Rotary Kingsville was proud to award December Student of the Month.
At our December 6th meeting, we recognized Daniella Perez of Riviera High School as Student of the Month. She is pictured with her support team of parents, administrators, and Rotarians. Find out more about our Student of the Month Program: here. |
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Spaghetti Fundraiser a Success
Rotary Kingsville held it's second fundraiser for the year. Our fundraisers help generate support for our scholarships, student programs, local service, and world projects. Saturday, November 13, our members enjoyed fellowship while working together making the best spaghetti in the Coastal Bend. See more of the "fun-raising" here.
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Rotary Honors Student of the Month for October
Rotary Kingsville was proud to award October Student of the Month. At our October 25th meeting we recognized Emmie Purdy of Academy High School as Student of the Month. She is pictured with her support team of parents, administrators, and Rotarians. Find out more about our Student of the Month Program: here.
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Rotary Honors Student of the Month for September
Rotary Kingsville was proud to award September Student of the Month. At our September 27th meeting we recognized Catherine DeSantos of H.M. King High School as Student of the Month. She is pictured with her support team of parents, administrators, and Rotarians. Find out more about our Student of the Month Program: here.
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Regional Assembly
District 5930 will held its Regional Assembly August 20th. Each year, our district brings clubs together to learn about our organization and share best practices. It's was great way to meet fellow Rotarians and develop Rotary leadership skills. |
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Rotary Kingsville helps build ramp for local citizen
A Kingsville resident has greater access to independence after last weekend. Saturday, July 15, Rotary Kingsville joined forces with Naval Air Station—Kingsville volunteers and the Branch Medical Clinic to construct an access ramp at the home of long-time Kingsville resident Ms. Kay Loftis. In the past, Rotary was able to fund such projects through our Bingo proceeds. The advent of COVID-19 has reduced our proceeds and made these projects less frequent. We are grateful to the Navy League, American Legion, and VFW for their donation of materials for this project. If you would like to sponsor an access ramp for a local resident, contact us here.
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Officers Installed for New Rotary Year
Rotary Kingsville held our annual Installation Banquet June 28th. We celebrated another successful Rotary year and welcomed the incoming officers at the TAMUK Founders Room. We look forward to working toward our new theme: Imagine Rotary. See pictures from the event: here.
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Rotary International Conference held in Houston
The world came to Texas for this year's Rotary International Conference. Rotary Club of Kingsville represented and met with clubs from 244 countries. We trust Texas showed them all a good time. Click Here to see some pictures from the event. |
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Houston Holds Rotary International Convention
Rotarians from around the world will convene in Houston! The Rotary International Convention brings the world together to lead our great organization and to better serve our communities. This year, the world is coming to us. We hope all Texan Rotarians will come out to show off our great state. Register early for the best discounts! Watch the video, then click here for more information and to register! |
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Spaghetti Fundraiser
Come out to Rotary Club of Kingsville's Annual Spaghetti Fundraiser! All our club members will be in full force to serve our famous spaghetti! We will prepare all morning and serve Saturday, May 14, from 11am–2pm, at the H.M. King parking lot. Drive though and get a plate or several. Tickets are available from any Rotary member, or at the event. More details are here. |
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Rotary Kingsville Represents at District Conference
District 5930 held its annual conference in-person this year! Rotary Kingsville sent three: President Krystal, President-elect Claudia, and Assistant Governor J. Dean. Kingsville was honored to receive the Presidential Citation, 100% Every Rotarian, Every Year Banner, 100% Foundation Giving Club Banner, and District Citation. Check out our President claiming honors here!
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Rotary 4-way Test Competition
Congratulations to our Student Competitors! Rotary Club of Kingsville held our annual 4-Way Test Speech Competition. Area high school students competed for scholarships by speaking on how the Rotary 4-way Test can be applied to their lives. The winner Emmie Purdy (pictured second from left), a senior from Academy High School, gave the top presentation in the competition. She will go on to compete in the South Texas district level. Our top finalists (middle and second from right) Priyam Kumar and Ciana Powell also gave excellent presentations and received scholarships. See who's who here! |
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Rotary Awards Student-of-the-Month for March
Congratulations to our Student-of-the-Month: Jose Coronado! At our regular meeting, Tuesday, March 15, Jose from Presbyterian Pan American School joined our club for lunch and received his award. Pictured he is joined by his Principal Juan Plascencia, President Krystal Emery, and Scholarship Chair Dr. Lucy Villarreal. The $500 scholarship will be doubled by TAMUK should he choose to attend there! Read more about this scholarship here. |
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District Helps Rotarians Become Paul Harris Fellows
District 5930 presents a great way for you to become a Paul Harris Fellow! The Rotary Foundation Points Matching Program begins on Feb. 1, 2022 and ends on April 30, 2022. The primary purpose of this program is twofold:
Take advantage of this great program, for details click: Here! |
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Rotary Awards Student-of-the-Month for January
Congratulations to our Student-of-the-Month: Joyce Simbi! At our regular meeting, Tuesday, January 25, Presbyterian Pan American School Principal Juan Plascencia received the award on behalf of Ms. Simbi. Presenting are President-elect Claudia Trevino and Scholarship Chair Lucy Villarreal. The $500 scholarship will be doubled by TAMUK should she choose to attend there! Read more about this scholarship here.
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Visit by our local Interact Club
Rotary Kingsville is proud to sponsor the Interact Club of Academy High School. At our regular meeting, January 11, we were honored to host the Interact Club. Interact is Rotary's service club for youth ages 12–18. These young leaders are doing great things for their school and their community! Learn more about Interact: Here.  |
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Congrats to our new upcoming officers!
Rotary Kingsville congratulates our new upcoming officers! They will begin their new positions July 2022:President: Claudia Trevino President-elect: Lucy Villarreal Secretary: Dawn Hardin Treasurer: Christine Hoskinson Membership Director: Ricki Cunningham Rotary Foundation Director: Robert Diersing Sergent-at-Arms: Jan Dantone There are several other positions in need of your help for the next Rotary Year. Free training and a great benefits package included.Get with a board member to see how you can be a part of the Leadership Team! |
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Little Daubers Toy Give Away
Rotary Kingsville is proud to be a member of Golden Family Bingo, the proceeds from which allows us to do much of our community service. They are holding their annual Little Daubers Toy Give Away and welcome our club members to go share in the pride of their cause. More information: here.
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Nepal Rabbit Project
See the update from our international project in Nepal. Kingsville Rotary Club partners with the Rotary Club of Tripureswar to support villages in the development of rabbit farms. This provides a sustainable food source and valuable commodity to communities still ravaged by the 2015 earthquake, now COVID-19. Find out more about the Himalayan Rabbit Project here. |
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Rotary Awards Student-of-the-Month for December
Congratulations to Yibonne Cortez from Santa Gertrudis Academy High School! At our regular meeting, Tuesday, January 11, our Scholarship Chair Dr. Lucy Villarreal awarded Yibonne with a $500 scholarship. We are proud of the work this young student is doing! Good luck Yibonne! Read more about this scholarship: here. |
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Rotary Awards Student-of-the-Month for November
Congratulations to our Student-of-the-Month! At our regular meeting, Tuesday, November 30, President Krystal Emory presented H.M. King High School student Alyssa Aleman with a $500 scholarship. That scholarship will be doubled by TAMUK should she choose to attend there! Read more about this scholarship here.
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Polio Moto Raises Funds for Polio Eradication
The Annual Rotary Polio Moto rolled through Kingsville October 23. Rotarians from around South Texas made a pit stop at the courthouse on their route to raise funds for the eradication of Polio. Rotary Club of Kingsville and the Academy High School Interact Club were on hand to issue support, donations, and ice cream to the motorcyclists. Click Here for more photos.
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Javelina Alumni Association Honors our Own
Texas A&M—Kingsville's Javelina Alumni Association will present Kingsville Rotarian Fred Nuesch with the Distinguished Alumni Award. The Distinguished Alumni Award, which is the association’s most prestigious honor, recognizes alumni who have experienced an abundance of success professionally and personally, through which they have positively represented and brought honor to the university. This year’s Blue and Gold Service Award will honor longtime university staff member Fred Nuesch. Join us in congratulating Fred on his recognition, and read their press release: Here!
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District Governor Visits Kingsville
Rotary 5930 District Governor Amando Chapa made his official visit to speak about his theme: Peace Through Service. On Tuesday, September 28, we were honored to host him for this celebrated event each Rotary year. The DG performs an important role in Rotary. Visiting each of the 51 clubs in our district, he makes sure we have what we need to be a vibrant success in our communities. See more pictures of his visit: Here.
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Kingsville Downtown Wine Walk
The Rotary Club of Kingsville is proud to sponsor the Kingsville Downtown Wine Walk. Saturday, October 23, our city held the third of many monthly wine walks. It has been a great opportunity for our town to showcase our shops and vendors, all while tasting a variety of wines. Our club has been working the "Bottle Bling" table: a great community service and a fun fundraiser. Looking forward to the last Saturday in November! Check out more at the City's website: Here! |
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Rotary Assists with Hurricane Relief
Hurricane Ida hit the Louisiana coast with devastating winds of 150 MPH and storm surges of over 10 feet. Our friends there are now suffering from destruction of their property, lack of power, and and loss of many other essential services. The Coastal Bend Community Foundation will be sending our contributions directly to the Rotary Districts in Louisiana for their relief efforts. Make sure to include Rotary D5930 Hurricane Ida Relief on your donation. Click to DONATE HERE. |
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Rotary Polio Moto Raises Funds for Polio Eradication
What a great way to participate in World Polio Day: Saturday, October 23! By late afternoon, Rotarians from across South Texas will be pulling into Kingsville on their route to raise funds and awareness of our End Polio Now campaign. By supporting the 2021 RPM Motorcycle ride, your donation will be double matched by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, turning each dollar donated into three! We will be serving ice cream refreshments to the crew. More information: click here! |
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Kingsville Downtown Wine Walk
The Rotary Club of Kingsville is proud to sponsor the Kingsville Downtown Wine Walk. Saturday, Augurst 28, our city held the first of many monthly wine walks. It was a great opportunity for our town to showcase our shops and vendors, all while tasting a variety of wines. Our club worked the "Bottle Bling" table: a great community service and a fun fundraiser. Check out more at the City's website: Here! |
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Welcome to our New Officers!
Rotary Kingsville held our Installation Banquet July 6. We will thanked our past officers for their leadership during a difficult year, and welcomed our new officers for the start of a new one. Throughout, we celebrated our unwavering service in Rotary! See more pictures on our Facebook page!
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Installation Banquet
Rotary Kingsville will be celebrating in person! We will thank our past officers for their leadership during a difficult year, and welcome our new officers for the start of a new one. Throughout, we will celebrate our unwavering service in Rotary! Bring a guest, and register: Here!
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District 5930 Installation
Help us honor our incoming District Governor Amando Chapa. Join Rotary District 5930 as we install the new leadership and celebrate the coming Rotary year! More information: Here!
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MONDAY 24th: Join Rotary After Dark!
Next Monday, May 24th! Bring some guests and join us for informal fun at Bray's Smokehouse from 6pm – (officially 7pm, but later if you like)! Click HERE for more information!
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Festival de la Loteria Brought Participation & Precipitation
Rotary Kingsville was proud to be a sponsor of this community event. Saturday, April 17, our club sold paletas and had a blast at the annual Festival de la Loteria. The rain may have dampened our decor, but not our spirits! Take a look at pictures from the event here. |
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Rotary 4-way Test Competition
Congratulations to our Student Competitors! Rotary Club of Kingsville held our annual 4-Way Test Speech Competition on March 25. Area high school students competed for scholarships by speaking on how the Rotary 4-way Test can be applied to their lives. The winner Emily (pictured at left), a senior from Academy High School, gave the top presentation in Thursday’s competition. She will go on to compete in the South Texas district level. Our top finalists (middle and right) Amy and Priyam also gave excellent presentations and received scholarships. |
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International Conference Goes Virtual
Join Rotarians from around the world at the 2021 Virtual Convention: Rotary Opens Opportunities! Originally set for Taiwan and cancelled due to the pandemic, this year’s event will connect you virtually. It will open new opportunities to learn and to engage with the family of Rotary, near and far. Together, we’ll inspire action, strengthen our commitments, work on our challenges, and celebrate our successes. |
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Peace Corps Celebrates 60 Years with JFK Story Slam
Rotary is proud to partner with the Peace Corps, and to promote the celebration of their 60th anniversary. On March 1, 1961, John F. Kennedy signed the executive order beginning the United States Peace Corps Service. On March 3, 2021, San Antonio Mayor Phil Hardberger will join other returned volunteers and dignitaries to help celebrate 60 years of service around the world by sharing their stories of meeting JFK, and how he impacted their lives. Join us for this fantastic celebration of service and history. Read about the speakers & register: Here.
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KSO Hosts Virtual Art Auction & Performance
The Kingsville Symphony Orchestra is holding a Virtual Art Auction & Performance. Kingsville Rotary is pleased to sponsor the Kingsville Symphony Orchestra and to promote their upcoming fundraiser. The silent Art Auction will be online from February 14–28. The Virtual Performance will be online February 21, at 3pm. Check out the silent Virtual Art Auction: here. Watch the Virtual Performance: here.
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Interact Club Learns Service Above Self
Rotary Club of Kingsville is proud to sponsor the Interact Club of Academy High School!
Interact Clubs bring together young people ages 12–18 to develop leadership skills while discovering the power of Service Above Self. The Interact Club of Academy High School accepted donations for the month of January for blankets, hats, jackets, and gloves. They collected a total of 12 bags to be given out at the Mother Teresa Shelter. Contact Us to find out more about how you can help this awesome organization! Check out pictures from their warm clothing drive: Here. |
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Stand for Peace with Rotary
Rotary Kingsville is a Peacebuilder Club of the Rotary Action Group for Peace. A strong community of Peacebuilders is necessary for peace to flourish. This is why the RAGFP is excited to dedicate Rotary's Month of Peace and Conflict Resolution to growing their global Peacebuilder network. As a member of RAGFP, you will join peacebuilders from around the Rotary world to engage, educate, and empower others to take action for peace. Learn more about the Rotary Action Group for Peace. Join Rotary Action Group for Peace: Here.
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Kingsville Rotary Sponsors Student Study
Rotary Club of Kingsville is proud to sponsor Tiffany Trevino's study in New Zealand. Using the Rotary Foundation Global Grant Scholarship, we are pleased to help her continue her studies in Public Health. Everything's in place, we are simply waiting for COVID-19 restrictions to lift for her to get to work. Her alma mater, Texas A&M—Kingsville, recently caught up with her to share her story. Read their story about Tiffany: Here.
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International Conference Goes Virtual
Due to COVID-19 precautions, the Rotary International Conference in Taiwan has been cancelled. Hoping for the best, planning for the worst, Rotary proceeded with working on convening in Taipei for our yearly conference. Seeing that the world just isn't ready yet, the in-person portion has been cancelled. Now, be on the lookout for information for another amazing virtual event even better than last year! Read Rotary International President's message about the cancellation: Here.
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Congratulations to Our New District Governor Nominee Designate
Rtn. Luis Cavazos has been selected to be our 5930 District Governor for Rotary Year 2023-2024. Rotary celebrates a culture of continuity and investment in our organization's future. In so doing, we select our leaders early so they can grow into their future positions. This allows our new leaders to learn what has come before so they can prepare for what changes they would like to make. The Nominating Committee has selected Luis to be the District Governor Nominee Designate. As this year's DGND he will begin training to take over his role as District Governor. Join us in congratulating him in his new role and supporting him for his future position. Learn more about Luis: Here.
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YWCA Honors Kingsville Rotarian
Rtn. Maria Martinez will be recognized with the Y Women In Careers Award. Each year the YWCA recognizes women who make a significant impact in their career field and embody the organization's mission of "Empowering Women." We are proud that Maria will be one of only four honorees this year to be given this prestigious recognition. To learn more about the award and Maria's accomplishments, click: Here.
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District Helps Rotarians Become Paul Harris Fellows
District 5930 presents a great way for you to become a Paul Harris Fellow! The Rotary Foundation Points Matching Program begins on Feb. 1, 2021 and ends on April 30, 2021. The primary purpose of this program is twofold:
Take advantage of this program before month's end, for details click: Here! |
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Peace Corps Presents: Health Programs Information Session for Rotarians
Part of the Peace Corps collaboration with Rotary. As Rotary celebrates 'Disease Prevention and Treatment Month' throughout December, Peace Corps invites us to learn from health specialists as address education and organizational development needs at grassroots levels while helping improve a community's health by working with municipalities, nongovernmental organizations, and entrepreneurs. Learn more and register: Here. |
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Kingsville Symphony Orchestra Performs
Rotary Kingsville is proud to be a patron of Kingsville Symphony Orchestra. On Saturday, November 21, KSO held their annual performance of a King Ranch Celebration: a fun, family concert celebrating the holiday season and our famous ranch. Rotary was pleased to cheer them on for the beginning of their performance season. Watch the Calendar for future concerts! |
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Peace Corps Works Internationally for Gender Empowerment
Rotary has partnered with Peace Corps! On November 19, Peace Corps presents the first in a new series of events centered on gender empowerment. In this discussion, returned Peace Corps Volunteers and staff members will celebrate International Education Week by sharing projects they worked on during their service aimed at improving access to education, resources, and opportunities for women and girls in communities throughout the world. More information: Here.
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Together for Peace Season 2 Finale
The Season 2 Finale of Together for Peace presents Wendy Mitchell. We are so excited to present the Together for Peace Two-Part Season Finale. These last two episodes demonstrate the dichotomy of peace and conflict and the power of kindness from one individual to change someone's life forever. The first of our two-part special featured award-winning Iraqi filmmaker and writer, Waleed Nesyif. Waleed spoke about his recent BBC documentary series, Once Upon a Time in Iraq, where he shares his journey growing up in conflict during the Iraq-Iran war and migrating to Canada. This week, Development Officer Wendy Mitchell will help tell the second part of the story about how their unlikely friendship helped kick start Waleed's path to becoming an award-winning filmmaker. Waleed and Wendy's incredible story will remind you that the power to build peace is within us all. Learn more about this speaker and the lecture series: Here. |
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Peace Corps & Rotary Celebrate World Interact Week
Rotary has partnered up with Peace Corps! And, with Kingsville starting its own Interact Club, we join in celebration of World Interact Week for a service panel discussion featuring representatives from Peace Corps and AmeriCorps. We learned about Volunteer experiences, asked questions about service, and gained knowledge about the application processes.
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Polio Moto Rolls though Kingsville
Saturday, October 24th, Rotarians from across South Texas rolled up to the Kleberg County Courthouse on their route to raise funds and awareness of our End Polio Now campaign. By supporting the 2020 Rotary Polio Moto motorcycle ride, our donations will be matched by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation where each dollar donated turns into three! Click the story to see more pictures! |
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Saturday! Rotary Polio Moto Ride Raises Funds to End Polio Now
On October 24th just after 4pm, Rotarians from across South Texas will be pulling up to the Kleberg County Courthouse on their route to raise funds and awareness of our End Polio Now campaign. By supporting the 2020 RPM Motorcycle ride, your donation can be matched by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and each dollar donated turns into three! You can also follow them on the ride by liking their Facebook page and support them along the 800 mile South Texas route throughout the Rotary District 5930. Check it out: Here. |
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Together for Peace Two-part Finale This Friday
We are so excited to present the Together for Peace Two-Part Season Finale. These episodes will demonstrate the dichotomy of peace and conflict and the power of kindness from one individual to change someone's life forever. Learn more about this speaker and the lecture series: Here. |
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Pints-for-Polio Partner Bray's Smokehouse
Thanks to our Pints-for-Polio partner Bray's Smokehouse for their gracious donation of 10% of sales at our October Rotary After Dark! Those funds will be sent around the world to eradicate this disease. |
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Congrats, Krystal!
Congratulate our President-elect Krystal Emery when you see her! Krystal was awarded the prestigious Paul Harris Fellowship for her dedication to Rotary service last week during Rotary After Dark. Kingsville Record carried the story: Here. Learn about the Paul Harris Fellowship: Here. Click story to see a happy Krystal!
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Friday: Together for Peace
This week Together for Peace presents Mateja Rot. Mateja Rot is the CEO and Founder of City Says in Slovenia, an organization that creates innovative community-based urban solutions through the exploration of social innovation with architecture, art, technology, and design. City Says builds sustainable approaches to architecture and design, focusing on the revitalization of abandoned and neglected public spaces in the city. Don't miss this living room conversation where Mateja discusses the importance of urban development and design when rethinking more peaceful, functional cities for all. Learn more about this speaker and the lecture series: Here. |
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Saturday: How Might We...Lend a Helping Hand
Join our District 5930 Training Seminar as we seek the answer to that question. Saturday, October 17, 8:30am–12:30pm Four Sessions covering Membership and Club Support Read more for details: Here. |
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Friday: Together for Peace
This week Together for Peace presents Rhett Sangster. Rhett is the Director of Reconciliation and Community Partnerships at the Office of the Treaty Commissioner in Saskatchewan, Canada. This office works to facilitate a bilateral process to discuss treaty and jurisdictional issues between Saskatchewan First Nations and the government of Canada. Learn more about this speaker and the lecture series: Here. |
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TUESDAY 25th: In-Person Meetings Continue...Cautiously
Join us IN-PERSON Tuesday, May 25th, for our regular noon meeting at the Helen Kleberg Community Center at 230 W. Yoakum Ave. Our club continues to hold in-person/on-line hybrid meetings the last Tuesday of each month. We will be following all current CDC guidelines and are currently making plans for a safe return to in-person meetings. The option for participating on line will remain in place. Thank you to the Woman's Club of Kingsville for sharing their space! For any questions contact us: Here.
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Join Together for Peace this Friday
This week Together for Peace presents Fergal McCarthy. Fergal is the Peace Programs Manager at Rotary International. One of his key responsibilities is the creation and continued implementation of an overarching peace strategy for the many peace activities within Rotary. Join us on a discussion on working for peace with Fergal McCarthy after a life in conflict zones such as the Northern Ireland and Palestine-Isreal. Learn more about Fergal: Here. Watch this Friday on Facebook Live: Here. |
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Join In This Friday with Together for Peace
This week Together for Peace presents Jeremy Lucas. Jeremy Lucas is an attorney, non-profit executive, and advocate for the under-represented. His passionate commitment to building a peaceful and just world is guided by his experience as a collaborative leader, public speaker, and international program developer. Jeremy was an Attorney and Nonprofit Lobbyist who elevated workers' rights, personal civil, and criminal representation. Jeremy is an expert on philanthropy, international development, and peace. He has provided pro-bono legal assistance, drafted legislation to protect humans and animals from violence, and co-authored international non-violence training programs. His outreach has served communities in Israel, Palestine, Namibia, and the United States. On the 19th anniversary of the September 11th attack at the World Trade Center in New York, Jeremy will be sharing his experience as a relief worker at Ground Zero. Watch this Friday at 4pm: Here. |
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This Friday with Together for Peace
This week Together for Peace presents Dr. Elworthy. Dr. Scilla Elworthy turns vision into action. Today her full attention is on developing Business Plan for Peace, resulting from her 2017 book: The Business Plan for Peace: Building a World Without War. She has been three times nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for developing effective dialogue between nuclear weapons policy-makers worldwide and their critics, with the Oxford Research Group she founded in 1982. Peace Direct, voted ‘Best New Charity’ in 2005, goes from strength to strength under brilliant young leadership, founded by Scilla in 2002 to fund, promote and learn from local peace-builders in conflict areas. Scilla was adviser to Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Sir Richard Branson in setting up ‘The Elders’, and was Awarded the Niwano Peace Prize in 2003. She co-founded FemmeQ in 2016 to establish the qualities of feminine intelligence - for men as for women - as essential for building a safer world. Watch this Friday at 4pm: Here.
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Rotary Club of Mission Celebrates 100 Years
This Thursday, September 3, help celebrate the centennial anniversary of the Rotary Club of Mission, Texas! Rotarians from around our district will be there, along with a few special guests! Registration is free: Here.
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Rotarian Jan Dantone Featured in Local Paper
Rotary Club of Kingsville is proud of our own Jan Dantone. She was featured for her lifetime of experience and good works in The Kingsville Record on August 27. We already knew she was amazing, and we are pleased that it has been shared with the rest of our town! Read the article: Here. Subscribe to The Kingsville Record: Here.
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This Week with Together for Peace
This week Together for Peace presents Harry Anastasiou. Harry Anastasiou is a professor of International Peace and Conflict Studies and former Director of the Conflict Resolution Program at Portland State University. His work focuses widely on nationalism, ethnic conflict, multi-dimensional peacebuilding, and international peace and conflict issues. Harry has been a leader in peacebuilding initiatives and facilitation in the Eastern Mediterranean, engaging Greek and Turkish citizens and policy leaders from Greece, Turkey, and Cyprus. Since 2012, Harry has been invited as a consultant by the Bureau of Intelligence and Research of the US Department of State to assist in briefing newly appointed US Ambassadors to the Republic of Cyprus. Harry was appointed as an academic advisor and member to the Rotary Peace Centers Committee of Rotary International, as well as one of the co-founders of the Rotary Action Group for Peace. View this episode of Together for Peace to learn more about how Rotarians can take action in Cyprus and ease peace tensions around the globe. Watch this Friday at 4pm: Here.
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Together for Peace: Living Room Conversations with Peacebuilders Around the World
Who knew Together for Peace would be back so soon? Who knew we would still be limiting our contact with others? Earlier this year, Rotary Action Group for Peace began the lecture series Together for Peace: living room conversations to inspire those of us sheltering-in-place at the time. Still living through same conditions, popular demand brought the series back. On Fridays, join Reem Ghunaim as she connects with peacebuilders around the world from the comfort of your own home. Watch our Calendar for details. View Ms. Ghunaim's visit with Rotary Club of Kingsville: Here. |
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Rotary Multi-District Training Institute
Usually reserved for district leadership and above, RMDTI is now on-line for everyone. Learn more your Rotary Region and what we do. Awesome guest speakers! All in one Saturday at your place! Can't beat the FREE price. Register now: Here! |
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Grant Allows Continued International Service
Rotary Club of Kingsville was awarded a District Grant for this year for one of our International Service projects. Our club has been working in tandem with the Rotary Club of Tripureshwor in Kathmandu, Nepal, to assist local villages to develop food sources that can also serve as commodities. Our work in Nepal continues with rabbit & vegetable farming thanks to the dedicated work of our Director of International Service and Rotary District 5930. Learn more about District Grants: Here.
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Rotary Helps with Kingsville Kindness
Rotary Club of Kingsville was on site Tuesday, July 14, to assist Coastal Bend Food Bank in distributing 500 care packages to local citizens in need. Watch the news story: Here.
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All July, All On-line: Learn From Rotary Leaders Around the World
Stay engaged: All this month, Rotary International has extended what usually is only available at our world conferences. Attend breakout sessions hosted by Rotary leaders around the world. Hear from experts about various topics about our world and our organization. Several opportunities every day, every hour. Well worth your time. Check the schedule: Here!
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Independence Day — Serving Those That Have Served Us
In celebration of our nation's independence, Rotary Club of Kingsville gave back to those who served. We provided 12 military families with $50 gift certificates to the Cherry Tree Tea Room for lunch on us! Watch it happen: Here.
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"Together, We Connect" Weekly Assignments - exampleTogether, We Connect: Weekly Pair Bonding Here is your opportunity to CONNECT with our very own members! Every week, you'll get a new pairing. Call, Zoom, meet for coffee in a socially responsible way, your choice. Making a new CONNECTION and a new FRIEND is as easy as 1-2-3: Step 1 – Call your weekly partner. (no texting please) Check the website (member area) or ClubRunner mobile app for phone numbers. If you need help logging in, ask Ruth, Gary, or Justinn! Step 2 ***NEW*** – Fill out the form --> HERE <-- with the name of your partner and the duration of your conversation. Step 3 – Revel in the glow of making a new CONNECTION! We have about 50 members and about 50 weeks. By the end of the Rotary year, you will have had a meaningful, one-on-one conversation with EVERY member of our club! How sweet is that?! In case the intrinsic value isn’t enough, we’ll incentivize your experience! Participants from the past week will be entered into the weekly Paul Harris drawing. Still not enough? We’ll monetize your experience! At the end of the Rotary Year at our next installation banquet, we’ll draw from the overall participation for Amazon Gift Cards: 1st place = $100, 2nd place $75, 3rd place $50, 4th place $25. The more you participate, the more chances you have to win! Rotarians, go forth! Together, We Connect! |
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Rotary International Virtual Conference: if you missed it......you really missed it. The world-wide conference came into our homes this year and gave insight into this awesome, yearly gathering of Rotarians from around the globe. We heard from:Scientist Bill Nye about the science of vaccinations and Polio prevention: The work Rotarians are doing for the world, and our involvement in the development of the United Nations: Ukulele virtuoso Kawika-Jake Shimbabukuro: Pop opera vocal group ARIA: RI President-elect Holger Knaack: Rotary International President Mark Maloney: ...and so many others! But not to worry, you can watch it HERE!Imagine how fantastic it will be to see great speakers and to meet international friends in-person next year in TAIPEI! |
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NOW ON-LINE: Officer Installation
Celebrate the end of another successful Rotary year and the beginning of a new one!Even through all the adversity this year, your club remained active, relevant, and vibrant. Due to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases in Kleberg County, your board has voted to postpone our in person installation event. We feel it is in the best interest of our members and our community. We will host the event on Zoom at 6pm. Officers will be sworn in followed by Movie Trivia Part II. |
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District 5930 Installation
District 5930 will be holding its 106th installation banquet ON-LINE to honor the out-going officers and celebrate the new regime. 5:30-6:00 Fellowship It will be on-line, fun and free, but you still have to let 'em know you're coming. Learn more & Register Here. |
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Local Paper Goes on the Record
Terry Fitzwater is the new publisher of The Kingsville Record. At our June 16 Meeting, he shared with the club the direction he is taking this local landmark, and answered questions from our members. Check out local news here:  |
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Rotary Action Group for Peace Presentation
Executive Director for Rotary Action Group for Peace Reem Ghunaim Zoomed into our June 2 meeting from Portland, Oregon. She explained the mission of RAGFP, and how we can affect change locally as well as globally. Rotary Kingsville is a Peacebuilder Club member with this action group. While sheltered-in-place, she has hosted Together for Peace: living room conversations with peacebuilders around the world. If you are interested in international development, you'll enjoy it. Find out more here. Watch past episodes here.
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Ricki Wins Again
Well, actually it was a three-way tie... Team Brooke, Cynthia, Ricki tied with Team Justinn and Team Dawn when pitted against other Rotarians in movie trivia last Tuesday, May 26. It was all great fun to celebrate 97 years of our club doing good in our town!
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Friday at 4pm: Learn from Rotarians Effecting Change Around the World
Rotary Action Groups (RAGs) give Rotarian participants opportunities to engage in service activities and network with like-minded members around the world. The Rotarian Action Group for Peace serves as a resource to Rotarians, Rotary clubs, and districts by supporting the peace work of Rotarians worldwide. Kingsville is a Peacebuilder Club Member of this RAG.  |
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Kingsville City Manager Speaks to our Club
City Manager Mark McLaughlin spoke at our May 19 Meeting about the City of Kingsville and the initiatives he's working on during his first few months in town: now including the consequences of sheltering-in-place. Mark is a Rotarian and just transferred to our club. Welcome, Mark! |
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Follow-up: Peace Corps Evacuees
Remember, you saw it here first. If you were fortunate enough to make our last meeting in April, you heard from two Peace Corps Volunteers evacuated from different parts of the world due to COVID-19. San Antonio Express-News picked up the story of one of those volunteers. Link to the article: HERE. Missed the meeting? Watch it HERE.
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Rotary Leadership Institute: New Classes Available!
Sheltered-in-place? Ready to do something constructive, but not ready to leave the couch? Ready for more Rotary? Then join leaders from around Texas to learn more about how Rotary works for our community and our world. It's a must have for anyone interested in doing more with our great club. Because the first on-line offerings were so well received, we will be hosting more Rotarian Leadership Institute courses this summer through the Zoom meeting application. This one day course is now in 2-hour sessions in your home, and at half the usual price. Remember: the club will pay for Part 1! CLICK HERE and register now to take advantage of this on-line offering to get your RLI Part 1, 2, & 3 Certificates. |
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Kingsville Rotary Feeds First Responders
Rotary Club of Kingsville supports the efforts of our community to fight COVID-19, and is happy to have provided meals to the medical staff and Texas National Guard out at the testing site.
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Rotary Kingsville Donates to Provide Meals & Essentials to Seniors Sheltered-in-Place
Thursday, May 14, Kingsville Rotary provided Kleberg County with a Disaster Response Fund Grant. The grant of $500 provided delivered meals and essential items to our community's seniors in need.  |
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Brad briefs bevy 'bout bank benefiting burdened businesses
Small businesses and the global economy have suffered over the last few months. At our May 12 Meeting, Rotarian Brad Womack, President of Marketing / Chief Experience Officer of Kleberg Bank - Kingsville, interpreted this at a local level and shared options for our local businesses.
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Judge Shares County Plans for COVID with the Club
Since mid-March, Kleberg County has been under various Emergency Orders to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Recently, the governor has begun easing restrictions at the state level. Judge Madrid joined our club meeting May 5, to share current information, and to give insight into the future plans of our local government. Missed the Meeting? Watch it HERE. |
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2020 Census - Spread the Word
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Peace Corps Volunteers Evacuated World-wide due to COVID-19
At our April 28 Meeting, Volunteers Diana and Mariam told of their experiences being two of the 7,200 evacuees that the United State Peace Corps Sevice recalled from countries around the world due to the corona virus.  |
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From Honolulu to your home:
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Kingsville Rotary to Celebrate 97 Years! |
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Join the Series: Learn How Rotary is Effecting Change in Our World |
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Celebrate World Immunization Week
World Immunization Week is 24-30 April. Each year, Rotary and our partners vaccinate more than 400 million children against polio. Join with Rotary as we raise awareness of the importance of vaccinations and our work to #EndPolio. When children receive the polio vaccine, their pinkie fingers are marked with purple ink so health workers will know which children are protected.  |
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4-Way Test Competition Winners Announced
The top three contestants of the local 4-Way Test Competition presented at our club's regular Meeting, April 21. Each year, local students present how Rotary's 4-Way Test can be applied to their lives. The top three contestants receive scholarships in the amounts of: $1,000 for first place, $750 for second place, and $250 for third place. The winner will continue to the District level on May 2. Congratulations to: 1st Place — Amy Kaye Mathis 2nd Place — Priyam Kumar 3rd Place — Sierra Sandoval Kudos to these students for a job well done, and for their quick ability to adapt to our on-line meeting format! Watch their awesome presentations on our YouTube Channel.
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Get Your Rotary Leadership Certificate On-line
Sheltered-in-place? Ready to do something constructive, but not ready to leave the couch? Ready for more Rotary? Then join leaders from around Texas to learn more about how Rotary works for our community and our world. It's a must have for anyone interested in doing more with our great club. We will be hosting our Rotarian Leadership Institute over the next four Wednesdays from 2-4pm, held April 15, 22, 29, and May 6, through the Zoom meeting application. This one day course is now in 2-hour sessions in your home, and at half the usual price! Follow the LINK and register now to take advantage of this offer to get your RLI Certificate. |
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Update on Kingsville Rotary's International Service Project
Ujjwal Chapagain of the Himalayan Rabbit Farm presented at our club's April 14, 2020, meeting on his work in Nepal. Kingsville Rotary Club partners with the Rotary Club of Tripureswar to support villages in the development of rabbit farms. This provides a sustainable food source and valuable commodity to communities still ravaged by the 2015 earthquake, now COVID-19. Find out more about the Himalayan Rabbit Project here. Missed the meeting? No problem, watch it HERE!  Ujjwal training participants in rabbit production.
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RI President Speaks with Over 300 Rotarians at Intimate On-line Meeting
Rotary International President Mark Maloney joined Kingsville Rotary Club and over 300 Rotarians at the regular meeting of the Rotary E-club of Houston on Tuesday, April 2. This was a wonderful gathering of people from around the world in one intimate place — our homes.  RI President Mark Maloney displays his bobble-headed gift from the Hawaii Host Committee that would have been sold at the now cancelled RI Convention
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Kingsville Rotary - First Virtual Meeting 4/7
Great news Rotarians; Kingsville Rotary has gone VIRTUAL! Next Tuesday, April 7th, we will host our first virtual club meeting via Zoom. https://zoom.us/ Please be patient with us and yourself as we all do our best to navigate this new meeting platform. All members can join the meeting by computer, laptop, smartphone via app or dial in via phone at 12:20pm. The meeting information and joining options are listed below. We will begin our regular meeting at 12:20pm. Justinn has shared a link to some great how to videos about Zoom and the interface. Start here if you have not used zoom before. You will learn how to create a zoom account and how to use the features. To insure you have a great meeting experience I would ask that you take a few minutes learning how to use the features of Zoom. You may also reach out to me if you are having troubles. TIP* If you will be downloading the app and connecting via smart phone you will have the best experience if you are connected to WIFI during video chat |
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Kingsville Rotary gives to Scouts
The Rotary Club of Kingsville presented a program donation to the Boys Scouts of America South Texas Council for their continued efforts in the area.  Pictured are President Elect, Justinn J. Jones, left, and Rusty Klosterman, Sr. Executive of BSA South Texas Council, right.
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Kingsville Rotary receives awards
The Rotary Club of Kingsville was recognized by Rotary District 5930 for outstanding service with the following: Rotary International Citation District Exemplary Club Polio Eradication Fundraising Major Donor Member Recognition  Pictured are Past President, J. Dean Craig and Secretary Brenda Ballard.
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Kingsville Rotary builds accessibility ramp for a fellow citizen
The Rotary Club of Kingsville joined forces with the National Air Station - Kingsville community to build an accessibility ramp for a fellow citizen Saturday, February 29. If you have any questions, or know of a person in need, contact our Local Service Director.  Back: HM2 Dusty Meaders, HN Christian Escobar, HN Felicia Alvidrez, Adam Foust, ABFCS Francisco Bonilla, HM2 Rose Ann Lumoljo, Don Inman Front: Randy Foust, Rotary Local Service Director J. Dean Craig, Brody, Joe Determan, Proud Ramp Recipient George Garcia |
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Rotary LeadershipAt today's meeting, The Rotary Club of Kingsville President Nominee, Krystal Emery was recognized for her completion of The Rotary Leadership Institute - Part I training by Justinn J. Jones, President Elect and RLI Faculty. The Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) is a multi-  |
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Student of the Month - Joshua SealsCongratulations to Academy High School senior Joshua Seals who was named “Student of the Month” by the Rotary Club of Kingsville and presented with a $1,000 scholarship to the University of his choice.  |
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Kingsville Tourism - Ranch Hand WeekendJanine Reyes, Rotarian and Kingsville Tourism Director was the guest speaker at The Rotary Club of Kingsville this week. Right is President Nominee, Krystal Emery.  |
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Kingsville Recognized by Rotary International
Kingsville brought home awards for: Rotary International Citation District Exemplary Club Polio Eradication Fundraising Major Donor Member Recognition Small town, small club, big hearts!
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Kingsville Rotary Supports Explorer ProgramThe Rotary Club of Kingsville President Ruth Mendez presented a check from the club to Border Patrol officers. Funds will be used in their newly re-established the Explorers Program.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Law Enforcement Explorer Program is a volunteer program designed for young men and women to receive experience in and exposure to law enforcement careers within CBP. The program is chartered through Learning for Life (LFL), which is a subsidiary of the Scouts of America, and serves as an educational and career development resource with CBP as the sponsoring agency. The Program provides applicants the option to participate in either the United States Border Patrol (USBP) Explorer Program or the CBP Officer (CBPO) Explorer Program. CBP builds and sustains Explorer Posts by geographic area with posts at various locations throughout the country, including Puerto Rico and Hawaii. CBP routinely acknowledges the achievements of the Explorers through participation in the bi-annual National Law Enforcement Explorer Conference, regional events, and academies.Explorers will benefit from a unique view of CBP law enforcement and participate in leadership opportunities, training and demonstrations, drills and ceremonies, physical fitness, marksmanship and community outreach.
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Rotary Supports TAMUK Music Students -Study AbroadPast President, J Dean Craig, and current President Ruth Mendez, presented a check to Dr. Joseph E. Jones, Assistant Professor of Music History. Texas A & M University - Kingsville students will be traveling to Vienna, Austria in the Summer 2020 under a study abroad program lead by Dr. Jones. The funds will allow students access to public transportation and several cultural experiences during their time abroad in Austria.  |
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TAMUK - Football Mike Salinas, Head Coach of the Texas A&M University - Kingsville Javelina Football Program, was the guest speaker at The Rotary Club of Kingsville this week. Left is Rotarian and Texas A&M University - Kingsville Executive Director of Athletics and Campus Recreation Steve Roach, Right is Club President, Ruth Mendez |
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Kingsville-RecordTim Acosta, editor of the Kingsville Record, was the guest speaker at The Rotary Club of Kingsville this week. Right is Rotarian Linda Hahn.  |
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Parade of Homes
Join us in celebrating the holidays with a tour of the most wonderfully decorated homes in our community!
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Student of the Month, Senior Nicolas "Nico" GarciaCongratulations to PPAS senior Nicolas "Nico" Garcia who was named “Student of the Month” by The Rotary Club of Kingsville and presented with a $2,000 scholarship to Texas A&M University - Kingsville. Pictured with Nico are TAMUK President and Rotarian Mark Hussey, Principal Ellie Perez, and Rotarian Mike Desidario.  |
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Rotarians Fight to #EndHunger
We are fighting to #EndHunger in our community! These #BagsOfLove will help feed HUNDREDS of our neighbors, both nutritionally and spiritually. This was a cooperative effort with Kleberg Bank, Boyscout Troop 186, First Baptist Church Kingsville and Youth Group, Presbyterian Pan American School, USO of South Texas, Coastal Bend Food Bank, and the Ministerial Alliance of Kingsville. Thank You! .jpg)   |
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Pints for Polio
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Rotarians Pledge to be Polio Eradicators
Unless we eradicate polio, within 10 years, as many as 200,000 new cases could occur around the world each year. In the past few years, only two countries have reported cases of polio caused by the wild virus, but no child anywhere is safe until we’ve vaccinated every child. Since 1988, we’ve seen a worldwide reduction in polio cases of 99.9%. For more than two years, we’ve seen wild polio cases in only two countries, Afghanistan and Pakistan.
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1st Rotary International Multi-District project Fair
Rotary International Multi Project Fair is an event where Clubs can showcase their Local or International Projects to Clubs that don’t have any or want to support other projects to help communities in need. This Event is open to Global and District Grants or intern-club investments. Most important, create friendship and develop further collaboration between all Clubs from both Districts, and to grow into more District’s participation every year. https://rotarybidistrict.com/1st-international-project-fair/
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Rotary Welcomes New Member Danny Pena
Danny Pena, right, became a member of the Noon Rotary Club at its meeting August 13th. Left is Rotarian Leo Alarcon, proposer. President, Ruth Mendez made the induction |
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Ibanez previews short
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Aloha, Rotary!
Discover the true spirit of aloha and Rotary with your family, friends, and fellow Rotarians in Honolulu. It’s the perfect setting for the entire family of Rotary to celebrate, collaborate, and connect while experiencing the warmth and welcome of Honolulu. Rotarians J. Dean Craig and Justinn J. Jones entertained the club during their program promoting the International Convention. |
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Desiderio visits Italian Rotary Club
Rotarian Mike Desiderio visited the Rotary Club of Vasto during a visit to Italy on July 26. |
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Dr. Hussey joins Noon Rotary Club
Dr. Mark Hussey, Texas A&M University - Kingsville president, was inducted into the Noon Rotary Club at the group’s meeting July 9. Rotarian Claudia Trevino, center, proposed Hussey for membership and president Ruth Mendez made the induction.
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Rotarian Honored with Paul Harris Fellow
Rotarian Justinn J. Jones was presented a Paul Harris Fellow at the meeting. President Ruth Mendez made the presentation. (Photo by Fred Nuesch)
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Rotary Hosts Strategic Planning Sessions
Kingsville Rotary Club hosted a Strategic Planning Session on July 9th. Members were encouraged to attend and participate in planning for the upcoming year. Club goals were set and Rotarians discussed how to reach those goals in the upcoming Rotary year! All members were asked to join and actively participate on a minimum, of one committee. Committees:
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Craig honored for service as Rotary President
J. Dean Craig, who is the outgoing president of the Noon Rotary Club, was presented a gavel by incoming president Ruth Mendez at the July 9 meeting of the Noon Rotary Club. J. Dean served two consecutive terms. (Photo by Fred Nuesch)
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2019 Noon Rotary Club Officers and Directors
Kingsville Rotary celebrated another successful year and the beginning of a new one at our annual Officer Installation. Congratulations to you all and good luck this year!  |
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Kingsville Rotarians attend Rotary International Convention
Kingsville Rotarians J.Dean Craig and Richard Hartwig attended the Rotary International Conference in Hamburg, Germany recently. At right, Craig is pictured with the president of the Hamburg-Alstadt Club.  |
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Rotary Welcomes New Member Briseida Mendoza
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Salinas addresses Noon Rotary Club
Maggie Salinas was the guest speaker at the Noon Rotary Club May 21. She spoke on the Mother Julia Chapel in Kingsville. Mother Navarrete Guerrero is being considered for sainthood by the Vatican. Right is Rotarian Leo Alarcon.(Photo by Fred Nuesch)
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Rotary names Citizens of the Year
The Noon Rotary Club Citizen of the Year Award was presented to Rebecca Sanchez, left, and Stephanie Spellman, center, in recognition of the work they have done with the Toys for Tots program. Right is Rotarian Ricki Cunningham, who chaired the Citizen of the Year Award program for the Noon Rotary Club. (Photo by Fred Nuesch)
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District Conference at TAMUKThis year's District Conference was held in Kingsville. Thank you for all those that attended, and congratulations to those who completed part 1 of the Rotary Leadership Institute. |
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Noon Rotary Welcomes New Member Christa Dillard
Christa Dillard, right, became a member of the Noon Rotary Club at its meeting May 14. Left is Rotarian Debbie Branstetter. (Photo by Fred Nuesch)
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Wild Horse Distillery
Jacob Bynum was the guest speaker at the Noon Rotary Club May 14. He spoke on his Wild Horse Distillery and the products being produced at the facility south of Kingsville. Right is Rotarian Krystal Emery. (Photo by Fred Nuesch)
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Andrew Lowery, right, a student at Texas A&M-Kingsville, was the guest speaker at the Noon Rotary Club last month. He spoke on the Texas Wildlife Management and emphasized the benefits of raising exotic animals in Texas. In his program, it was mentioned that Texas could be becoming a new Serengeti. Left is Rotarian Bud Malcik. (Photo by Fred Nuesch)
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Rtn. Jackie new Polio EradicatorRotarian Jackie Ilse was made our latest Polio Eradicator for her efforts to help eradicate this disease.
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Hartwig honored for Inspirational Service
Kingsville Noon Rotary Club member Richard Hartwig, center, was presented the Inspirational Service Award at the organization’s meeting May 7. He was recognized for his work with an international project in Nepal. Left is Rotarian Charles Clements and right is Noon Rotary president J. Dean Craig. (Photo by Fred Nuesch)
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Rotarians J. Dean Craig and Justinn Jones helped the Kingsville Noon Lions Club with their annual Ride On The Wild Side April 27. The event features more than 100 bicyclists and raises funds for the Lions Camp. (Photo by J. Dean Craig) |
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Polio Moto
Motorcycle enthusiasts traveled South Texas to raise money and awareness for Polio. Kingsville was glad to be a stop along the way. This year we have raised almost $6,000 for the eradication of Polio from our planet.
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Peace Symposium
Rotarians from around South Texas convened to highlight the incredible work of our local clubs and the world-wide Rotary International Foundation at the Peace Symposium.
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Emery - New RotarianKrystal Emery became a new member of the Noon Rotary Club last week. She is in the Welfare and Recreation department at Kingsville Naval Air Station. Left is Rotarian Justinn Jones and right is Noon Rotary president J. Dean Craig. |
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Hewitt, Director of the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research InstituteDr. David Hewitt, left, director of the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, was the guest speaker at the Noon Rotary Club this week. He spoke on Caesar Kleberg and the institute. Right is Rotarian Martin Chiuminatto. |
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Make A Dream Come True Foundation |
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Corpus Christi Harbor Bridge Project |
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Rotary Club of Kingsville recieves a visit from District Govenor Andy Hagan |
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TAMUK STUDENTS STUDY ABROAD IN JAPAN
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DeLeon named March student of the month |
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Rotary Club recognized for Toys for Tots donations |
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Rotary gets 'Honey Bees 101' lesson |
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Kleberg Airport topic of latest Noon Rotary Club meeting |
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Kingsville Noon Rotary Club supports women veterans event |
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Rotary donates to USO events |
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Noon Rotary Club hosts guests from Nepal, Venezuela |
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Methodist Men chosen as Rotary 'Citizens of the Year' |
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Rotary Club announces February student of the month |
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Rotary program focuses on court jurisdiction |
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Wings Over South Texas coming to Kingsville |
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Rotarians discuss Rotary Foundation |
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Rotarians get update on Premont ISD |
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Hakala inducted into Kingsville Noon Rotary Club |
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Rotary Club announces January student of the month |
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Rotarians help provide ramp for Kingsville resident |
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Rotary gets update on Nepal Rabbit Project |
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Border Patrol Agent in Charge visits Kingsville Noon Rotary |
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Leon named Rotary Student of the Month |
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Kingsville Noon Rotary donates bicycles to Toys for Tots |
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Dia De Los Muertos is topic for recent Rotary meeting |
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Rotarians learn about Area Agency on Aging |
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Lewis named Noon Rotary Club Student of the Month for October
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Rotarians update Polio eradication efforts
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Rotary and Methodist Men donate ramp |
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month topic for Noon Rotary |
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Rotary donates $2,000 to Kleberg Elementary backpack program |
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Mendoza details role of Pharmacy Board |
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September Student of the Month Announced |
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Rotarians, NASK build ramp for family |
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BBB warns Rotarians of scams, fraud |
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Rotarians learn how to "Connect Kingsville to Japan" |
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High school football previewed for Noon Rotary |
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Maxwell joins Kingsville Noon Rotary Club |
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TAMUK unveils new sports facilities |
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Javelina coaches preview fall season |
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Celanese and Rotary team up to build ramp for needy family
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District governor addresses Kingsville Noon Rotary Club |
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TAMUK music program highlighted for Noon Rotary Club |
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District Attorney Hubert addresses Noon Rotary Club
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Rotarians and Methodist Men build ramp for needy family
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Flight training at NAS-Kingsville highlighted for Noon Rotary Club
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Officer Perez addresses Noon Rotary Club
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Rotarians build ramp for needy family |
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Cunningham honored as outgoing president |
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New officers selected for Kingsville Noon Rotary Club
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Reynosa Rotarian addresses Kingsville Noon Rotary |
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Rotarians team up with Retired Chiefs Mess to build access ramp |
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Brownsville Sunrise Club donates $2,500 to Nepal Rabbit Project |
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Coufal updates Rotary on Kingsville ISD |
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King Ranch tours focus of recent Rotary meeting |
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Bernal outlines Keep Kingsville Beautiful program |
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Clements receives Rotary Club District Service Award |
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TAMUK track and field highlighted at Rotary meeting |
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Local groups build ramp for Kingsville family |
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Messbarger talks windfarms, other issues to Rotary |
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Rotarians help build ramp for needy family |
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Mendoza named Student of the Month for April |
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Kingsville Mayor Sam Fugate addresses Rotary |
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Speaker promotes sexual assault awareness |
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Mathis wins Kingsville Noon Rotary 4-Way Test competition |
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Rotary Club announces March Student of the Month
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Kingsville City Manager explains Downtown Vision Plan |
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Kingsville Noon Rotary members help raise $1M for Rotary Foundation
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Rotary donates $1,000 to help Special Olympics participants get letterman jackets |
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Toys for Tots recognizes Noon Rotary Club for support |
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Outlets at Corpus Christi Bay manager is guest speaker at Rotary |
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Kingsville Fire Chief outlines plan for department |
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Noon Rotary welcomes three new members |
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City's new parks director addresses Rotary |
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Rotary scholar gives update on international studies |
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Herrera named student of the month for February |
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Rotarian Charlie Cardenas presents interactive workshop on ethics |
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Rotary donates $5,000 to the Boys and Girls Club |
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Rotary Student of the Month for January named |
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Incoming District Governor addresses Kingsville Noon Rotary |
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Communities in Schools previews upcoming fundraiser |
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Rotary donates $1,000 to 'Shop with a Cop' |
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Rotary December Student of the Month announced |
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Javelina coaches preview upcoming games |
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Dr. Krueger outlines Kleberg County economy |
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Rotary announces new members |
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Tallant talks proposed merger for TAMUK and TAMUCC |
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Rotary supports Kleberg Elementary backpack program |
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November student of the month recognized |
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Rotarians hear from Democratic candidate for District Attorney |
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Noon Rotary Club welcomes new members |
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Cicala addresses Rotary Club |
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Republican candidates address Rotary Club |
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October Student of the Month announced |
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Dr. Clements outlines Rotary Foundation |
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New wildlife book focus of Rotary program |
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September Student of the Month announced |
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Symphony director previews upcoming fundraiser |
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Rotarians learn about task force operations |
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Tallant talks facility improvements at TAMUK |
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Noon and Sunrise clubs hold joint meeting |
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Rotary Club and Methodist Men team up to build ramp |
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Guest speaker outlines insurance |
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Guggenheim honored as outgoing president |
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New Kingsville Noon Rotary Club Board installed |
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Rotarians learn about Driscoll Children's Hospital |
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Guggenheim recounts Middle East Trip |
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Ways to volunteer in hospice highlighted |
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Rotarians presented with Paul Harris Fellow pins |
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Rotarians learn about new King Ranch Museum exhibit |
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Rotarians get info on FBC Food Pantry |
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Rotary learns about TAMUK's 'College for Kids' |
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May Rotary student of the month announced |
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Rotarians challenged to 'Walk Across Texas' |
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TAMUK Communications students to help children in Belize |
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Noon Rotary Club announces students of the month |
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EDC director addresses Noon Rotary Club |
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Flute quartet performs for Noon Rotary |
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Rotarians help community 'Meet the Blues' |
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TAMUK Vet Tech program highlighted for Rotary |
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Rotary gets preview of Wings Over South Texas Airshow |
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Robert J. Kleberg Library increasing technology |
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H.M. King students receive Rotary scholarships |
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Woman's Club to host Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser |
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Javelina athletes present at Rotary |
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Students present speeches on the Four Way Test |
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New organization hopes to make Dreams Come True |
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Palmer Drug Abuse Program highlighted for Noon Rotary Club |
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Kingsville City Manager lays out goals |
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TAMUK coaches talk spring sports |
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Weavers of Love celebrating first anniversary |
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TAMUK Engineering students discuss Belize project |
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TAMUK Engineering students discuss Belize project |
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Rotarians learn safe food handling |
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Rotary Global Scholar speaks to Kingsville Noon Club |
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Kleberg County economy discussed at recent Rotary meeting |
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Michigan Rotarian visits Kingsville Rotary Club |
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District Attorney addresses Rotary |
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Ranch Hand Festival, Rodeo, La Posada previewed |
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Pan Am senior named Rotary Student of the Month |
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Javelina coaches visit Noon Rotary Club |
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District governor visits Kingsville Noon Rotary Club |
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Educational opportunities discussed at Rotary meeting |
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Rotarian biking for a cause visits Kingsville |
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Barrera talks CBC at Noon Rotary |
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Rios named Rotary Club Student of the Month |
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Rotary Foundation discussed at recent meeting |
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SGISD senior is Student of the Month |
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Global Communication students present to Rotary |
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Nepal relief project receives $2,000 Rotary Foundation grant |
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Modern dentistry discussed at recent Rotary meeting |
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Three new members inducted into Rotary |
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Scholar from South Africa speaks to Rotary |
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Golf pro gives update on L.E. Ramey course |
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Javelina coaches tout fall sports at TAMUK |
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Celanese operations explained at Rotary meeting |
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Cano talks Texas Department of Criminal Justice at recent meeting |
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Noon Rotary Club welcomes new member |
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Tax Appraisals explained at recent Noon Rotary Meeting |
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Hospital upgrades presented at Noon Rotary Club Meeting |
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Dr. Daniel Burt presents info about TAMUK Sports Business programRotarian Dr. Daniel Burt, right, assistant professor in the department of health and kinesiology at Texas A&M-Kingsville and coordinator of the Sports Business Program, spoke to the Noon Rotary Club last week on the growth and activities of the Sports Business Program. At left is Rotary president-elect Alan Guggenheim. |
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Women's Shelter of South Texas topic at recent Rotary meeting |
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Rotarians presented Paul Harris FellowshipsLeo Alarcon and Robert Diersing were presented Paul Harris Fellowships at the Noon Rotary Club installation dinner on June 30 for their service to the club.
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2015-16 Rotary Club Installation of OfficersThe 2015-16 Kingsville Noon Rotary Club board members and officers were named during an Installation Dinner held June 30.
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Hahn honored for serviceRotarian Linda Hahn was honored June 30 for her work as long-time treasurer of the Kingsville club and also for her work with the Rotary district.
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Outgoing president recognized for serviceMike Fountaine, incoming president of the Noon Rotary Club, presented a plaque and gavel to outgoing president Mike Desiderio.
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Ramp ProjectNoon Rotary will be building a Ramp at 1101 Corral Ave on December 6th from 0800 to 1000. Rotarians are welcome to participate or just come socialize. We should have coffee and donuts, volunteers for this are certainly encouraged. For more information, please contact 361-425-8136.
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Coat Drive The Kingsville Rotary Club encourages you to donate your new or gently used coats for the children of Kingsville.
All sizes are welcome, from children to adult.
We are accepting coats until November 24, 2014.
A local drop box can be found at:
Kingsville Chamber of Commerce
635 E. King Ave.
For more information call the Chamber of Commerce at 361-592-6438.
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Noon Rotary Club Vocational Service Award Nick Harrel, owner of Harrel’s Kingsville Pharmacy, was presented the Noon Rotary Club Vocational Service Award last week. It goes to a business that has provided a vital service to the community. Left is Rotarian Ricki Cunningham, chair of the club’s vocational service committee. |
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Kingsville Rotary 2014 Vocational AwardsKingsville Rotary Club
2014 Vocational Service Award
Citizenship Award
Nomination Form
The Vocational Awards Committee requests your nominations for the 2014 Citizenship Award. The nominee is to be an individual in a business or profession in Kingsville (Rotarian or non-Rotarian) that you think would be a worthy recipient of the Kingsville Rotary Club Citizenship Award. Your nominee should be a person who has achieved vocational excellence and who practices high ethical standards in their vocation. Please use the Four-Way Test in the nomination process. You may submit additional supporting documentation if you wish.
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Kingsville Rotary Club
2014 Vocational Service Award
Business Award
Nomination Form
The Vocational Awards Committee requests your nominations for the 2014 Vocational Award. The business nominated to be a business or profession in Kingsville (Rotarian or non-Rotarian) that you think would be a worthy recipient of the Kingsville Rotary Club Vocational Business Achievement Award. Your nominee should be a business that practices high ethical standards in their industry. They should embody the principles of the Rotary the Four-Way Test in their day-to-day operations and their dealings with their customers and the community. Please consider this in the nomination process. You may submit additional supporting documentation if you wish.
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Our Newest Member Father Bill White, left, pastor of Church of the Epiphany, became the newest member of the Noon Rotary Club this week. He was proposed by Rotarian Martin Chiuminatto, right. |
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Texas A&M-Kingsville Sports New Texas A&M-Kingsville basketball coaches Johnny Estelle, left, and Wade Scott, right, were guest speakers at the Noon Rotary Club this week. Estelle is head coach of the men’s team and Scott is head coach for the women’s squad. Center is Rotarian Mary Cusack.
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Kingsville Independent School District
Edward Blaha, superintendent of schools for the Kingsville Independent School District, was the guest speaker at the Noon Rotary Club this week.
His talk centered on the H.M. King Early College High School program and its association with Texas A&M-Kingsville and Coastal Bend College. Left is Rotarian Linda Hahn.
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April 15th Speakers Dr. Alfonso Aquino, anesthesiologist at Christus Spohn Hospital Kleberg, spoke to the Noon Rotary Club this week. Right is Rotarian Steven Tallant.
 Art Zeitler, left, incoming governor of Rotary International District 5930, spoke at the Kingsville Noon Rotary Club meeting this week. Right is Kingsville Noon Rotary Club president Scott Gines.
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Kingsville City Manager Vince Capell, right, Kingsville city manager, was the guest speaker at the Noon Rotary Club this week. He spoke on the status of the city government and plans for the future. Left is Rotarian Charles Clements. |
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February's Student of the Month Cecilia Munoz, left, a senior at Santa Gertrudis Academy High School, was recognized as the Noon Rotary Club student of the month for February at this week’s meeting of the group. She was presented a certificate and a scholarship to attend Texas A&M-Kingsville. She will major in agriculture at TAMUK. Right is her mother, Gracie Munoz. |
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Kingsville Noon Rotary hosts special speakers, visitors from SpainKingsville Noon Rotary hosts special speakers, visitors from Spain Below left, Charles Cardenas, left, and Nick Barela, right, presented a program to the Noon Rotary Club last week. They discussed the Leadership Kingsville project at Dick Kleberg Park that will see the installation of a nine-hole disc golf course. It will be in a 12-acre grove of trees behind the J.K. Northway Exposition Center. Sponsors are being sought for the project. At center is Rotarian Alice Byers.  Below center, Amanda Lewis, left, a senior agriculture major at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, is an applicant for a Rotary Global Scholarship Grant to study in the Netherlands. She is being sponsored by the Noon Rotary Club. On her right is Rotarian Richard Hartwig.  Below far right, Charles Zahn Jr., left, Port of Corpus Christi commissioner, spoke to the Noon Rotary Club on March 4. He told the group that the Corpus Christi port is the fifth largest in the nation and handles 900 million tons of cargo each year. Right is Rotarian Martin Chiuminatto.  At right, visiting Rotarians Francisco Fuentes, left, and Angeles Lopez, center, from Madrid, Spain, were the guests of the Noon Rotary Club last week. On their right is Rotarian Mark Walsh. (Submitted photos) courtesy of Kingsville Record and Bishop News.
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The Port of Corpus Christi |
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Building handicap rampsWe are exploring a new community service project: build handicap ramps for our most deserving citizens
Glenn Jones and Alan Guggenheim went to build a ramp in Robstown with the South Side Corpus Christi Rotary Club. This was a great learning experience and a fun opportunity to socialize while doing some good for the community.
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Four-Way TestAlex McMillan, sophomore at Kingsville H.M.King High School, won the Four-Way Test Speech Competition sponsored by the Noon and Sunrise Rotary Clubs this week. He received a $300 scholarship and will represent the Kingsville clubs at the area competition in March.
 Alex is pictured here with Miguel Martin, president of the Sunrise Rotary Club to our left and right is Scott Gines, president of the Noon Rotary Club.
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105th District Court Judge - Republican Candidates |
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Wings over South Texas 2014
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