Issue 35, August 28th

It was really great to see Donn Carr again and having him speak at last week’s meeting.  I know his message was well received, as I don’t recall the last time I saw our audience so attentive during a motivational speaker’s presentation.  Donn gave a rousing speech to remind us that our senior most “boss” […]


Issue 34, August 21st

Wow, I’m having a tough time containing my enthusiasm while composing this message.  Last week’s meeting was packed full of things to celebrate!  As you know, we’ve partnered with Robert E Lee’s NJROTC squad for the past 4 years, and as a result began a scholarship program for JROTC cadets.  Every scholarship needs a funding […]


Issue 33, August 14th

Last week former Mayor and current UNF President John Delaney addressed our club.  It was somewhat comical when he arrived and we were discussing why I asked Jackie Smith to introduce him.  His exact words were “if this club doesn’t know me well enough by now, I’d be surprised.”  He spoke fondly of his past […]


Issue 32, August 7th

Last week’s debate was a bit more on the tame side in comparison to those previous.  Rep. Lake Ray III did a fantastic job moderating and made the point of acknowledging fellow member and candidate for Congress Steve Kaufman who was also in attendance.  Sadly Clay Yarborough had been ill all week and was too […]