Dr. Francisco Diaz-Gonzales, Director of UGA's Center for Food Safety spoke on the Center's history, mission, and current research activities.
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Griffitarian 24August2017
Kathleen Smith, Regional Developmental Officer for WellStar Foundation, explained details of the Georgia Rural Hospital Organization Tax Credit Program that was launched earlier this year.
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Griffitarian 31August2017
Mathew Hauer of the UGA Carl Vincent Institute of Government shared results of demographic studies showing past, current, and predicted shifts in the demography of Georgia.
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Griffitarian 07September2017
Dr. Steve Wrigley, Chancellor of the University System of Georgia, was our program speaker. Wrigley outlined the 3 main objectives the Board of Regents and USG are addressing: raising degree attainment levels in Georgia, making college education at USG institutions more affordable, and increasing efficiency of operations.
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Griffitarian 07September2017
Dr. Steve Wrigley, Chancellor of the University System of Georgia, was our program speaker. Wrigley outlined the 3 main objectives the Board of Regents and USG are addressing: raising degree attainment levels in Georgia, making college education at USG institutions more affordable, and increasing efficiency of operations.
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Griffitarian 14September2017
Brad Bohannon with the Georgia Lottery Corporation explained the impact that the lottery has and is making in the state's economy and with Georgia's students and their families.
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Griffitarian 14September2017
Brad Bohannon with the Georgia Lottery Corporation explained the impact that the lottery has and is making in the state's economy and with Georgia's students and their families.
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Griffitarian 21September2017
Dick Morrow, past-Chair of the Griffin-Spalding Airport Authority, updated Rotarians on the progress of the development and construction of the new airport.
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Griffitarian 28September2017
Lea Folds, Coordinator for the Griffin Spalding School System's Work-Based Learning Program, spoke on the program and its benefits to the students, the business partners, and our community.
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Griffitarian 05October2017
Gary Black, Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Agriculture, spoke to Rotarians and guests on Thursday.
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Griffitarian 12October2017
Griffin Rotary held its annual Fall Club Outing on Thursday at Cherokee Rose Shooting Resort. A dinner buffet and the monthly Board meeting followed an afternoon of competitive clay shooting.
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Griffitarian 19October2017
Our Club Assembly was quite busy with announcement of awarding of the District Grant to Griffin Rotary and Daybreak Rotary to support the after-school program at the Salvation Army. William Wilson, Brett Bell, and Randy Peters also explained the details of the proposed TSPLOST that is on our local November ballot.
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Griffitarian 26October2017
UGA Provost Pamela Whitten spoke to Rotarians and guests at this week's meeting. Orla McDevitt, our 2017-18 GRSP Student was introduced by host Wade Miller. Orla is from Scotland and is enjoying her time at UGA. Club President Tom Gardner also presented a donation to Griffin Waypoint, a local nonprofit that provides resources for military veterans.
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Griffitarian 2November2017
District 6900 Governor Alec Smythe made is official visit to Griffin Rotary this week. A reception in his honor was hosted by Daybreak Rotary and Griffin Rotary on Wednesday evening, and DG Alec participated in our Board Meeting on Thursday before addressing the membership during our noon meeting.
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Griffitarian 09November2017
Jim King and Philip Smith led a program honoring the 30 veterans who are members of the Rotary Club of Griffin.
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Griffitarian 16November2017
Gretchen Corbin, Commissioner of the Technical College System of Georgia, updated Griffin Rotarians on TSCG programs and impacts.
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Griffitarian 30November2017
Murray Williams, Vice President for the Adult Education Program at Southern Crescent Technical College, spoke on plans and needs for continued growth of the program on the SCTC campus and the eight counties SCTC serves.
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Griffitarian 7December2017
President Tom Gardner presided over Club Assembly with Treasurer Art Hammond providing an explanation of our budget and John White (Club Administration Director) giving an update on the upcoming District Conference in San Destin April 26-29. Charles Woodroof and Brett Bell provided a bit of Sunshine to close our meeting.
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Griffitarian 14December2017
Dr. Mark Becker, President of Georgia State University, spoke at our weekly meeting on GSU and its milestones in providing unique learning experiences for its students and serving the people of Georgia.
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Griffitarian 21December2017
Erin and Steve Mulder organized another great Rotary Christmas Program with students from St. George's Episcopal School. And, all joined in to sing Rudolph.
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Griffitarian 11January2018
Kelly Leger and TJ Imberger of the Spalding County Parks, Public Grounds & Leisure Services updated Rotarians and guests on the progress of SPLOST-funded projects.
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Griffitarian 18January2018
William Wilson, Manager for Spalding County, provided a program on the State of the County. He reviewed recent accomplishments, plans, and ongoing challenges.
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Griffitarian 25January2018
Dr. Suresh Ramalingam, Deputy Director for the Emory Winship Cancer Institute, spoke on Winship, its recent recognition as a National Cancer Center and the ongoing research, developments, and innovations at the Institute.
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Griffitarian 1February2018
Mark Butler, Commission for the Georgia Department of Labor, spoke on the challenges of providing jobs to those wanting to work in Georgia while addressing the needs of employers for qualified workers.
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Griffitarian 08February2018
Jackie Harmon read her 2012 Laws of Life Essay during Thursday's meeting. The story told in her essay showed how she overcame a number of hardships to complete high school. The lessons learned changed her life, and she continues to apply those laws to her life.
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Griffitarian 08February2018
Jackie Harmon read her 2012 Laws of Life Essay during Thursday's meeting. The story told in her essay showed how she overcame a number of hardships to complete high school. The lessons learned changed her life, and she continues to apply those laws to her life.
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Griffitarian 15February2018
Sam Wellborn, member of the State Board of Transportation, spoke on his advocacy of enhancing the beauty of our roadways, welcome centers, and rest areas as a lasting positive impression for visitors driving to and through our state.
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Griffitarian 15February2018
Sam Wellborn, member of the State Board of Transportation, spoke on his advocacy of enhancing the beauty of our roadways, welcome centers, and rest areas as a lasting positive impression for visitors driving to and through our state.
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Griffitarian 22February2018
Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp updated Griffin Rotarians on recent developments within the agency with Corporation Filings, Professional Licensing, and Elections.
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Griffitarian 01 March 2018
Our Club Assembly was hi-lited with a visit from several members and officers of the Southern Crescent Technical College Rotaract Club. They reported on their service project efforts. Wade Miller and Howard Wallace provide some light-hearted Sunshine.
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Griffitarian 08March2018
Cliff Bowden, District Federation Manager for the Georgia Farm Bureau, described the various ways in which the Farm Bureau promotes agriculture in Georgia and the many and diverse services it offers its 285,000 member families.
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Griffitarian 08March2018
Cliff Bowden, District Federation Manager for the Georgia Farm Bureau, described the various ways in which the Farm Bureau promotes agriculture in Georgia and the many and diverse services it offers its 285,000 member families.
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Griffitarian 15March2018
Daryl Fletcher, keynote speaker, author, and relationship expert spoke on the importance of communication in success.
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Griffitarian 22March2018
Chris Brand, Stone Mountain Rotarian and CEO of the nonprofit Friends of Disabled Adults and Children, updated Griffin Rotarians on the activity and impacts that his organization is making in Georgia and in the U.S. Brett Bell also announced a joint effort to increase awareness of human trafficking in our community. Watch the Sunday editions of the Griffin Daily News in April for more information and statistics.
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Griffitarian 27 September 2018
A map is provided for our Fall Club Outing at Big Shanty on Thursday at 5:30 PM. It will be a cookout where you will grill your own steak (shrimp or chicken).
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Griffitarian 02 August 2018
Bob Dull, CEO of the Griffin Housing Authority, spoke on progress in revitalizing affordable housing for elderly, disabled, and low-income families in crisis. Meriwether Homes, Fairmont Homes, Oak Place, and several additions to the Park Pointe complex were discussed.
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Griffitarian 09 August 2018
Jason Clark, President of Southeastern Reptile Rescue, spoke on his company's efforts to preserve reptiles and educate the public on facts and habits of our reptilian friends.
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Griffitarian 16 August 2018
Dr. Carroll Lastinger from Vizitech USA visited the club to describe how they are developing 3D, augmented reality, and virtual reality for education programs.
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Griffitarian 23 August 2018
Tawanda Johnson spoke on how branding your products and services can create additional profitability in your business. Sandra Brownlee of Waypoint accepted our donation in support of Waypoint's efforts with local veterans. And. Yvonne Langford was awarded a Hue Thomas Fellow for her continued contributions to the Georgia Rotary Student Program.
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Griffitarian 30 August 2018
Griffin Rotary welcomed District 6900 Governor Court Dowis to our Board and member meeting on Thursday. DG Dowis urged us to attract and retain our members, explore additional avenues to fund local and global service projects, and continue to serve through out giving to the Rotary Foundation. Scott Owen was recognized as our newest Will Watt Fellow with his continued giving to the GRSP Foundation.
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Griffitarian 6 September 2018
Shannon Eller of Brighter Tomorrows Consulting explained how the local private outpatient counseling service assists about 300 families a week. She invited any and all to visit their clinic on North Expressway.
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Griffitarian 13 September 2018
Our first Club Assembly of the new Rotary Year included a presentation by our GRSP student, donations to the ShelterBox project, Laws of Life Essay program, and the Ferst Foundation local chapter. President Randy Peters conducted a ceremony in which Club members presented the U.S. flags to the Southern Crescent Technical College Veteran's Club.
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Griffitarian 20 September 2018
Marcia Ridley, Supervisor for Spalding County Elections, addressed the Club at our regular weekly meeting. President Randy Peters also presented a donation to the Heart of Georgia Realtors for their annual Safety Luncheon for local law enforcement. Charles Woodroof updated members on the upcoming Club Fall Outing on October 4th.
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Griffitarian 18 October 2018
Christy Plott spoke on her family's 95-year-old business - American Tanning and Leather Company.
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Griffitarian 08 November 2018
This last edition of The Griffitarian to be published reports our Veterans Day program honoring our many veterans in our Club.
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Griffitarian 01 November 2018
Spalding County Sheriff Darrell Dix presented this week's program by updating his department's activities in improving operation, organization, accountability, and professionalism. Dix also offered some basic information on avoiding, denying access, and defending against active shooters.
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Griffitarian 25 October 2018
Cynthia Cole spoke on the Historic Banning Mills facility located in Carroll County. The 300-acre American Adventure Park offers a variety of activities and outside adventures that can be coupled with team building and group therapy activities.
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Griffitarian 04 October 2018
This is a re-send of Saturday's distribution of the October 4th Griffitarian. The link within the email blast is not working. Hopefully this will have an active link.
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Griffitarian 04 October 2018
Griffin Rotary held its Fall Club Outing at The Big Shanty on Thursday evening. Our GRSP Student shares a "surreal" art assignment experience.
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Griffitarian 26 July 2018
Griffin Rotarians welcomed approximately 150 new teachers to our school system and community on Thursday. Mr. Syntel Brown, a high school history teacher, spoke to the teachers offering words of encouragement and inspiration as they start their new year in Griffin-Spalding County.