Boone County Schools Superintendent Matthew Turner will give an update on how the school year is going to the Rotary Club of Florence on Monday, October 5, 2020. Matthew Turner started his career in education in 1991. Prior to his appointment as Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Turner served for 14 years as Principal of Northern Kentucky’s largest high school, Ryle…
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On Monday, August 31st, the Rotary Club of Florence will have the pleasure of hearing about the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels by Heather Campbell, Director of Colonel Relations (@KYColonels). Heather oversees fundraising, volunteers, events, and communication for the Colonels and truly enjoys her job. She is able to connect with Colonels all over the world and loves the giving…
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The Rotary Club of Florence, Kentucky is honored to announce the recipient of the 2020 Citizen of the Year, Scott Spicher. As nominated by Florence Mayor Diane Whalen , “ Scott’s wide-range of leadership and contributions to the citizens of our community make him the perfect candidate for this award. His dedication and compassion to our veterans is to be…
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On Monday, August 3, 2020 , the Rotary Club of Florence is honored to host Rotary District 6740 Governor James Glass. James Glass has been a Rotarian since 2002 and is a multiple Paul Harris Fellow. Past club leadership includes Club President (2009-2010). He has served and chaired several club committees and served as a member of the board for…
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On Monday, June 29, 2020 , the Rotary Club of Florence will continue a long standing tradition in the club’s history in the Passing of the Gavel ceremony. Peter Weickgenannt will become the club’s 75th President replacing outgoing President Frank Schneider. Each former president passes the gavel to the one who fallowed until it reaches the new president. “The passing…
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On Monday, December 2nd, the Rotary Club of Florence will be hearing from Lee Crume, President and CEO of Northern Kentucky Tri-Ed. The Northern Kentucky Tri-County Economic Development Corporation (Tri-ED) blends public and private funds to enhance the business climate in and foster regional cooperation among Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties. We market and promote Northern Kentucky on a national…
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The Rotary Club of Florence will continuing their long standing tradition of the passing of the gavel from the current year president to the new president at their meeting on Monday, June 24th starting at noon. The ceremony will be at the Hilton Airport in Florence. Incoming President Frank Schneider will be taking the lead for the club for the…
Read MorePlease join The Rotary Club of Florence, Kentucky on Monday, March 4th at noon as we hear from Tony Aloise of Life Solutions Network. Tony completed a 35-year career in supply chain management at Procter & Gamble in 2011. Since then he has dedicated his retirement to serving people in need through life skills and mentoring solutions. He believes that…
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Two local high schools have asked the Rotary Club of Florence to once again participate in Senior Exit Interviews. This is a great way to give back to our students as they begin the next phase of their lives by participating in either an interview panel or giving feedback on a presentation. Other business and community members are welcome to participate.…
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Rotary Clubs Come to Rescue in Gatlinburg Fire Written By: Patrick Moynahan Florence, Kentucky – December 3, 2018 – In the wake of devastating natural disasters, someone has to do something immediately, says Pigeon Forge (Tenn.) Rotarian Jerry Wear. That someone were the five Rotary clubs in Sevier County following the Chimney Tops 2 Fire that killed 14 people, injured…
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