Sanford, Well Centered.” In both geography and community values.
That’s the new slogan and concept adopted by the Lee County Second Century Project to promote future growth and development in and around Sanford, according to Chet Mann, a member of that planning group and president of the Sanford Area Chamber of Commerce. He was guest speaker Thursday, Nov. 13, at the weekly meeting of the Sanford Lions Club.
He was introduced by his father, Tommy C. Mann, Jr., who has been a Lion for 36 years. Also looking on was his grandfather, Tommy C. Mann, Sr., a Lion for an amazing 65 years. So Tommy C. Mann, III, needed little introduction. He explained how the Second Century Project evolved following Lee County’s centennial celebration in 2007. It grew out of concerns from the Chamber of Commerce and Committee of 100 that Sanford and Lee County needed better development strategies moving forward into its second century.
Last year the group raised $85,000 from private contributions to fund a professional marketing plan and this year $150,000 in private funds has been raised to implement recommendations, Mann said. New promotional publications including multi-media presentations are now available and being distributed in many areas touting Lee County’s good quality of life and opportunities for economic development.
A new “brand” or logo incorporates a pinwheel made of four swirling arrows focusing in on the center. They appear strategically to form the “O” in Sanford as well as in the names Lee County, Broadway, and Jonesboro. Mann said the logo will be used on various street signs and business signs in the future to maintain a unified focus on the vision being promoted throughout the community and county. He said a great deal of work has gone into the Second Century Project and its leaders appreciate all the cooperation and support received from the community.
In other business, Preston Spence reported that sales of Camp Dogwood tickets were going well and urged club members to sell or purchase their allotted tickets. Camp Dogwood is a recreational facility for the blind near Charlotte operated by the North Carolina Lions. Each summer hundreds of blind and sight impaired citizens enjoy a fun-filled camp experience there funded by Lions from across the state. The one dollar tickets help support this project and purchasers have a chance to win one of two $200 gift certificates or the grand prize of a new vehicle to be given away at the N.C. Lions State Convention May 3, 2009.
Phil Bradley announced that the club had collected 1,966 pair of eyeglasses that N.C. Lions reprocess for use by the needy. Each year the lives of thousands of disadvantaged persons with sight impairments are made better through the collection of used eyeglasses.
Two guests were introduced by Jim Romine. Receiving a warm Lions welcome were Marvin Pattishall and David Johnson.
President John Walden presided and gave a report on a recent statewide Lions meeting and announced plans for the District Convention Nov. 14 and 15. Roy Jernigan gave the invocation and Bill Miller led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Friday, November 14, 2008
Monday, November 10, 2008
Diabetes Educator Speaks to Club
Diabetes Type II is a chronic, lifetime illness impacting more and more Americans of all ages, but it can be avoided if people adopt more healthy lifestyles, according to Mrs. Marilyn Novosel, a registered nurse and certified diabetes educator.
She was the guest speaker Nov. 6 at the weekly meeting of the Sanford Lions Club and was introduced by her husband, Lion Nick Novosel. The speaker noted that November is American Diabetes Awareness Month and last week was National Diabetes Education Week, thus discussing risk factors and management techniques for this very serious illness was very timely. She works with a non-profit organization providing diabetes education classes.
While family history, high blood pressure and high cholesterol are often key risk factors for Diabetes Type II, being overweight is the number one factor seen in those contracting the illness. Persons who are at risk, but not yet at high blood-sugar levels, have a good chance of avoiding diabetes they adopt healthy eating and exercise habits. A good diet consisting of a wide variety of foods and smaller portions along with an exercise routine are key factors to good health, Mrs. Novosel said.
But for those already with high blood-sugar, proper management of diet, exercise, medication, following a physician’s instructions, and staying properly informed of latest developments in the treatment of diabetes can improve one’s life. Anyone with symptoms such as excessive thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, blurred vision or a sudden feeling of hunger should consult a physician. Complications from diabetes can include kidney problems, blindness, loss of limbs, and chances of heart and stroke events.
Mrs. Novosel explained that type II diabetes once was associated primarily with middle-aged adults, but now with many children displaying signs of obesity the age range has dipped greatly. Type I diabetes, commonly known as juvenile diabetes, continues to strike younger people whose bodies do not produce insulin. Those with type II do produce insulin, but it is not utilized properly at the cellular level. While many type II patients need only pills to maintain acceptable sugar levels, some in this category must also inject insulin.
President-elect Richard Hendley presided over the dinner meeting while Nick Novosel gave the invocation. Roy Jernigan led the club in the Pledge of Allegiance. Tail Twister Wendell McGee entertained the crowd with a series of jokes and humorous stories.
She was the guest speaker Nov. 6 at the weekly meeting of the Sanford Lions Club and was introduced by her husband, Lion Nick Novosel. The speaker noted that November is American Diabetes Awareness Month and last week was National Diabetes Education Week, thus discussing risk factors and management techniques for this very serious illness was very timely. She works with a non-profit organization providing diabetes education classes.
While family history, high blood pressure and high cholesterol are often key risk factors for Diabetes Type II, being overweight is the number one factor seen in those contracting the illness. Persons who are at risk, but not yet at high blood-sugar levels, have a good chance of avoiding diabetes they adopt healthy eating and exercise habits. A good diet consisting of a wide variety of foods and smaller portions along with an exercise routine are key factors to good health, Mrs. Novosel said.
But for those already with high blood-sugar, proper management of diet, exercise, medication, following a physician’s instructions, and staying properly informed of latest developments in the treatment of diabetes can improve one’s life. Anyone with symptoms such as excessive thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, blurred vision or a sudden feeling of hunger should consult a physician. Complications from diabetes can include kidney problems, blindness, loss of limbs, and chances of heart and stroke events.
Mrs. Novosel explained that type II diabetes once was associated primarily with middle-aged adults, but now with many children displaying signs of obesity the age range has dipped greatly. Type I diabetes, commonly known as juvenile diabetes, continues to strike younger people whose bodies do not produce insulin. Those with type II do produce insulin, but it is not utilized properly at the cellular level. While many type II patients need only pills to maintain acceptable sugar levels, some in this category must also inject insulin.
President-elect Richard Hendley presided over the dinner meeting while Nick Novosel gave the invocation. Roy Jernigan led the club in the Pledge of Allegiance. Tail Twister Wendell McGee entertained the crowd with a series of jokes and humorous stories.
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Sanford Lions Celebrate 73rd Charter Night
The Sanford Lions Club’s 73nd annual Charter Night was celebrated Thursday, Oct. 30, with over 200 Lions, spouses, and special guests attending a dinner meeting held at the Lions Fairgrounds.
It was an evening of remembrance, thanks, good fellowship and looking forward to the future of Lionism and how public service is being transformed through new technologies and lifestyles. President John Walden, Jr. presided and past district governor Roy Jernigan delivered the invocation while another past district governor, Russel Mann, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Decorations Chairman Lindsay Jones thanked those who worked on transforming the Lions Den into an autumn festive scene. He also recognized over 30 volunteers, many from his neighborhood, who worked tirelessly helping at last month’s Lee Regional Fair. President Walden joined in expressing the club’s thanks to all family members of Lions and volunteers whose help was vital in having a successful event.
Fair Chairman Ronnie Turner reported that the 2008 fair set new records in attendance and proceeds that will enable the Sanford Lions to continue its outstanding record of helping the blind, sight and hearing impaired, as well as many other local and regional charities. He thanked scores of club members, the staff of Lee County Cooperative Extension, volunteers and the public for its support.
Turner said the fair committee will work each year to set the bar higher to ensure the highest quality event possible. He also praised the support of the area business community whose backing through sponsorships is a key in the fair’s success.
In honoring the club’s founding in 1935, Walden recognized the widows of Lions past who were special guests. They included Margarita Brinn, Virginia Brooks, Beverly Badgett, Virginia Hester, Kay Miller, Belva Oelrich, Marie Profio, Mary Agnes Rosser, Juanita Sluss and Mary Lin Keith.
Lion Bob Nelson delivered remarks citing the history of Lionism and its hallmark philosophy of public service over personal gain. And that community spirit of service to others must continue as the primary mission, he said. But there will be changes as the world is changing, he stressed.
“We are beginning to cross generations. We lived to work, the generations following us work to live. We function best with face time; the generation following us has grown up in a world of texting,” Nelson said. New generations will still want to serve others, but it will be in a different manner. The needs of Lions and other civic clubs will be posted on computer websites and the work undertaken without the need of committee meetings or planning sessions. “We’ll still be about serving, but it will be about networking the needs of the needy with the needs of the future servers,” Nelson said. To read the full text of Nelson’s remarks, go to www.sanfordlionsclub.com.
Entertainment for the evening was introduced by past district governor Avron Upchurch. Steven Lympany, a professor of laser and computer technologies at Central Carolina Community College, presented an outstanding program of music playing the hammer dulcimer and guitar. Also attending were several pageant winners from the recent fair. They included Miss Lee Regional Fair Hannah Chang, Miss Junior LRF Brandy Gregson, Miss Young LRF Mary Blaire Stephens, and Miss Little LRF Colbie Normann Stephens.
The Sanford Lions Club’s 73nd annual Charter Night was celebrated Thursday, Oct. 30, with over 200 Lions, spouses, and special guests attending a dinner meeting held at the Lions Fairgrounds.
It was an evening of remembrance, thanks, good fellowship and looking forward to the future of Lionism and how public service is being transformed through new technologies and lifestyles. President John Walden, Jr. presided and past district governor Roy Jernigan delivered the invocation while another past district governor, Russel Mann, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Decorations Chairman Lindsay Jones thanked those who worked on transforming the Lions Den into an autumn festive scene. He also recognized over 30 volunteers, many from his neighborhood, who worked tirelessly helping at last month’s Lee Regional Fair. President Walden joined in expressing the club’s thanks to all family members of Lions and volunteers whose help was vital in having a successful event.
Fair Chairman Ronnie Turner reported that the 2008 fair set new records in attendance and proceeds that will enable the Sanford Lions to continue its outstanding record of helping the blind, sight and hearing impaired, as well as many other local and regional charities. He thanked scores of club members, the staff of Lee County Cooperative Extension, volunteers and the public for its support.
Turner said the fair committee will work each year to set the bar higher to ensure the highest quality event possible. He also praised the support of the area business community whose backing through sponsorships is a key in the fair’s success.
In honoring the club’s founding in 1935, Walden recognized the widows of Lions past who were special guests. They included Margarita Brinn, Virginia Brooks, Beverly Badgett, Virginia Hester, Kay Miller, Belva Oelrich, Marie Profio, Mary Agnes Rosser, Juanita Sluss and Mary Lin Keith.
Lion Bob Nelson delivered remarks citing the history of Lionism and its hallmark philosophy of public service over personal gain. And that community spirit of service to others must continue as the primary mission, he said. But there will be changes as the world is changing, he stressed.
“We are beginning to cross generations. We lived to work, the generations following us work to live. We function best with face time; the generation following us has grown up in a world of texting,” Nelson said. New generations will still want to serve others, but it will be in a different manner. The needs of Lions and other civic clubs will be posted on computer websites and the work undertaken without the need of committee meetings or planning sessions. “We’ll still be about serving, but it will be about networking the needs of the needy with the needs of the future servers,” Nelson said. To read the full text of Nelson’s remarks, go to www.sanfordlionsclub.com.
Entertainment for the evening was introduced by past district governor Avron Upchurch. Steven Lympany, a professor of laser and computer technologies at Central Carolina Community College, presented an outstanding program of music playing the hammer dulcimer and guitar. Also attending were several pageant winners from the recent fair. They included Miss Lee Regional Fair Hannah Chang, Miss Junior LRF Brandy Gregson, Miss Young LRF Mary Blaire Stephens, and Miss Little LRF Colbie Normann Stephens.
Lions Charter Night Address
October 30, 2008
Presented by Bob Nelson
There is an old adage. They say, “If we forget the past, history will repeat itself.” What a great saying. Perhaps it would be instructive to take a few moments in time and contemplate some of our own history, history that got us to where we are today. In the beginning God, oh, too far back, huh.
On the national scene, Lions International came about by way of a dream of a business leader Melvin Jones. He believed that local business clubs should expand their horizons from purely professional concerns to the betterment of their communities and the world at large. Born in 1879, Melvin Jones, the man whose personal code was, “You can't get very far until you start doing something for somebody else" became a guiding principle for public-spirited people the world over. Melvin died June 1, 1961 at 82 years of age, but not before he saw an unselfish motive grow to one of the largest service organizations in the world.
While the Tar Heel state was not there at the beginning in 1917, by 1922 we had recognized the importance of his mission and 10 clubs were organized in the state that year. Winston Salem being the first and our sponsoring club Raleigh (host) Club was organized in May of that same year.
Organized June 12, 1935, we received our Charter September 5 of that year. There were 20 charter members present. Tonight we celebrate our birthday. For 73 years our club has had the stellar distinction of being significant in the operations of District 31F. Often we have been the largest club in our district, winning awards in so many ways, a significant contributor toward the District’s budget and, maybe most importantly, the resource of 12 past and current district governors spanning from 1938 to 2008. Men such as Charles Lano, Lynn McIver, Stacy Budd, Glenn Edwards, King Moore Willis, Russell Mann, Avron Upchurch, who also went on the become president of the NC Lions Foundation for the Blind 1983-84, Winston Hester, Milton Sommers, Tony Williams, Roy Jernigan and our current DG, David Martin. We have averaged a district governor about once every 6 years. These gentlemen have carried the pride of this Club to a much higher calling; you make us proud to be part of this Club. You have recognized the importance of looking beyond just the trees but to the existence of the forest; you are the heroes of this world. You, along with the leaders of this club, not just those in office but those who truly care about this club and its mission, remind us it is not what we have done but what we failed to do that we should have done.
Beyond our district governors, we have also been the sponsor of other clubs both within and without our District. Our flag proudly displays those Clubs.
But I return to my opening remarks, will history repeat itself? Better yet, will this club survive? And if so, how?
I stand here and look at the lions and lioness that have helped shape my 30 years in this club. You have brought me along into positions of responsibility, leadership, and administrative tasks but most importantly the desire to serve. You have never asked me to say thank you for what you have done for me but to merely ensure that the flame that drives this mission will not go out. I marvel at the fact that just when I think you can give no more, you find ways to do just that. We have accomplished so much together but how we serve in the future might look much different than how we served in the past.
We need to continue our focus on the mission, “we serve”. We need to be about Club continuance. For it is Club continuance that ensures that “we serve.” This will not always be an easy task. We are beginning to cross generations. We lived to work; the generations following us work to live. We functioned best with face time; the generation following us has grown up in a world of texting.
Does this sound familiar, Club president John receives a call from someone who needs transportation to Carolina Eye Association for an eye exam. John comes back to the club; he makes a general appeal for volunteers to make the trip. John makes two, maybe three different appeals, might even establish a committee to find someone. Someone finally volunteers and at the next awards night we give them a certificate.
Our members in the future will still want to serve, but in all likelihood in a much different manner. They may simply go online, review the immediate needs of the Club, the requests we have received to serve; they will pick one because they have the opportunity to help at that moment and they’ll get it accomplished. No need to go to a meeting, no fan fare, just the same basic need to do what is right. The results will be the same but the execution oh so very different.
We’ll still be about serving, but it will be about networking the needs of the needy with the needs of the future servers.
Our legacy is not what we did in the past or how we did it. Our legacy will be how we make sure that it continues in perpetuity. Are you up for the task?
Presented by Bob Nelson
There is an old adage. They say, “If we forget the past, history will repeat itself.” What a great saying. Perhaps it would be instructive to take a few moments in time and contemplate some of our own history, history that got us to where we are today. In the beginning God, oh, too far back, huh.
On the national scene, Lions International came about by way of a dream of a business leader Melvin Jones. He believed that local business clubs should expand their horizons from purely professional concerns to the betterment of their communities and the world at large. Born in 1879, Melvin Jones, the man whose personal code was, “You can't get very far until you start doing something for somebody else" became a guiding principle for public-spirited people the world over. Melvin died June 1, 1961 at 82 years of age, but not before he saw an unselfish motive grow to one of the largest service organizations in the world.
While the Tar Heel state was not there at the beginning in 1917, by 1922 we had recognized the importance of his mission and 10 clubs were organized in the state that year. Winston Salem being the first and our sponsoring club Raleigh (host) Club was organized in May of that same year.
Organized June 12, 1935, we received our Charter September 5 of that year. There were 20 charter members present. Tonight we celebrate our birthday. For 73 years our club has had the stellar distinction of being significant in the operations of District 31F. Often we have been the largest club in our district, winning awards in so many ways, a significant contributor toward the District’s budget and, maybe most importantly, the resource of 12 past and current district governors spanning from 1938 to 2008. Men such as Charles Lano, Lynn McIver, Stacy Budd, Glenn Edwards, King Moore Willis, Russell Mann, Avron Upchurch, who also went on the become president of the NC Lions Foundation for the Blind 1983-84, Winston Hester, Milton Sommers, Tony Williams, Roy Jernigan and our current DG, David Martin. We have averaged a district governor about once every 6 years. These gentlemen have carried the pride of this Club to a much higher calling; you make us proud to be part of this Club. You have recognized the importance of looking beyond just the trees but to the existence of the forest; you are the heroes of this world. You, along with the leaders of this club, not just those in office but those who truly care about this club and its mission, remind us it is not what we have done but what we failed to do that we should have done.
Beyond our district governors, we have also been the sponsor of other clubs both within and without our District. Our flag proudly displays those Clubs.
But I return to my opening remarks, will history repeat itself? Better yet, will this club survive? And if so, how?
I stand here and look at the lions and lioness that have helped shape my 30 years in this club. You have brought me along into positions of responsibility, leadership, and administrative tasks but most importantly the desire to serve. You have never asked me to say thank you for what you have done for me but to merely ensure that the flame that drives this mission will not go out. I marvel at the fact that just when I think you can give no more, you find ways to do just that. We have accomplished so much together but how we serve in the future might look much different than how we served in the past.
We need to continue our focus on the mission, “we serve”. We need to be about Club continuance. For it is Club continuance that ensures that “we serve.” This will not always be an easy task. We are beginning to cross generations. We lived to work; the generations following us work to live. We functioned best with face time; the generation following us has grown up in a world of texting.
Does this sound familiar, Club president John receives a call from someone who needs transportation to Carolina Eye Association for an eye exam. John comes back to the club; he makes a general appeal for volunteers to make the trip. John makes two, maybe three different appeals, might even establish a committee to find someone. Someone finally volunteers and at the next awards night we give them a certificate.
Our members in the future will still want to serve, but in all likelihood in a much different manner. They may simply go online, review the immediate needs of the Club, the requests we have received to serve; they will pick one because they have the opportunity to help at that moment and they’ll get it accomplished. No need to go to a meeting, no fan fare, just the same basic need to do what is right. The results will be the same but the execution oh so very different.
We’ll still be about serving, but it will be about networking the needs of the needy with the needs of the future servers.
Our legacy is not what we did in the past or how we did it. Our legacy will be how we make sure that it continues in perpetuity. Are you up for the task?
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Lion’s Club notes 10-23-08
It is only a year away from the next Lee Regional Fair and volunteers who helped at this year’s edition will be the honored guest tonight as this is Fair Appreciation Night. This being the first meeting since the fair, it is dedicated to those who helped the Lions put on another successful event.
John Byrd opened last weeks meeting with the invocation and after the meal he introduced the speaker, Mark West, who is principal of Lee Early College. Support of the school comes from the Bill and Malinda Gates Foundation according to West. The point is to offer something different to the students. One difference as compared to area high schools is that LEC students can earn a high school diploma and an associate degree from CCCC in four to five years. Another is that the school is kept small in numbers, giving it more of a community feel. Students must apply to the school and not all get accepted. The New Scholars Project and the AVID program for all ninth graders are a couple reasons why Lee Early College is a part of the New Schools Project. Also, if you see students on the side of the road at 9:30 am, they did not miss the bus, LEC does not start class till 10:00 and they go till 5:00 in the afternoon.
President John Walden reminded members of the upcoming Fall Convention and he also read a thank you letter from a sight impaired individual who attended the fishing tournament in Manteo. Jim Romine led the pledge of allegiance to the flag and Bob Nelson was tail twister for the evening. Guest included Nancy Berliner and Roger Binning.
It is only a year away from the next Lee Regional Fair and volunteers who helped at this year’s edition will be the honored guest tonight as this is Fair Appreciation Night. This being the first meeting since the fair, it is dedicated to those who helped the Lions put on another successful event.
John Byrd opened last weeks meeting with the invocation and after the meal he introduced the speaker, Mark West, who is principal of Lee Early College. Support of the school comes from the Bill and Malinda Gates Foundation according to West. The point is to offer something different to the students. One difference as compared to area high schools is that LEC students can earn a high school diploma and an associate degree from CCCC in four to five years. Another is that the school is kept small in numbers, giving it more of a community feel. Students must apply to the school and not all get accepted. The New Scholars Project and the AVID program for all ninth graders are a couple reasons why Lee Early College is a part of the New Schools Project. Also, if you see students on the side of the road at 9:30 am, they did not miss the bus, LEC does not start class till 10:00 and they go till 5:00 in the afternoon.
President John Walden reminded members of the upcoming Fall Convention and he also read a thank you letter from a sight impaired individual who attended the fishing tournament in Manteo. Jim Romine led the pledge of allegiance to the flag and Bob Nelson was tail twister for the evening. Guest included Nancy Berliner and Roger Binning.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Lions Ready for 2008 Lee Regional Fair
The 71st Lee Regional Fair will kick off this coming Monday, Oct. 6, with marching bands, thrilling rides, good food, and neon lights illuminating the night sky.
The Sanford Lions Club sponsors this week-long feast of family fun and your attendance helps support the many charitable projects undertaken by Lions.
But not all the fun will be taking place on the midway. Exhibit halls and the Lions Pavilion (arena and barn areas) will be filled with the products of skilled hands and farm animals. Next to the N.C. State Fair, this is the region’s largest agricultural fair and thanks to the state’s Extension Service and its local staff, folks from Lee, Harnett, Moore and Chatham counties will share their ways of life with one another.
Speaking at the Lions meeting this past Thursday, Sept. 25, were Fair Director Ronnie Turner and County Extension Director Susan C. Condlin. Also present were many members of the Fair Advisory Committee who have expertise in various areas of the event, especially agriculture. Many of them also serve as volunteers at the fair.
The annual fall fair is the Sanford Lions’ foremost fundraiser of the year. Lions help local citizens who are blind or sight impaired as well as the hearing impaired. Many programs helping needy youth are also supported locally and statewide. Local Lions clubs help fund national and international projects that mean millions of dollars for medical research and aid directly to the needy. Your support of the Lee Regional Fair and other fundraising efforts by Lions is greatly appreciated.
Registration for exhibits and livestock starts this weekend starting with exhibits on Saturday from 2-6 p.m. This continues Sunday from 1-5 p.m. and includes livestock and game birds. On Monday morning, judging of exhibits and broilers takes place. That is followed at 4:30 p.m. when the gates open with youth tractor and truck driving registration. At 4:45 p.m. official opening ceremonies begin with a parade featuring bands from both Lee County High School and Southern Lee High School culminating in the ribbon-cutting at 5 p.m. at the main gates at the exhibition halls.
Some highlights of the week include the cheerleading exhibition Monday night, Tiny Miss and Little Miss pageants on Tuesday evening, the Junior Miss and Miss Lee Regional Fair Pageants on Wednesday plus the livestock show and poultry auctions, followed Thursday morning by preschool student story times and free rides for kids and at night a demolition derby. Friday night will bring a talent contest. There will be much more free entertainment throughout the week.
The fair’s last day on Saturday will see gates opening at noon with many activities for children ranging from a diaper derby to a 4-H dog show and animal extravaganza. Also a lawn mower pull as well as an antique tractor pull, motorcycle races, homemade ice cream churn-off and even an Elvis impersonator.
The Sanford Lions Club sponsors this week-long feast of family fun and your attendance helps support the many charitable projects undertaken by Lions.
But not all the fun will be taking place on the midway. Exhibit halls and the Lions Pavilion (arena and barn areas) will be filled with the products of skilled hands and farm animals. Next to the N.C. State Fair, this is the region’s largest agricultural fair and thanks to the state’s Extension Service and its local staff, folks from Lee, Harnett, Moore and Chatham counties will share their ways of life with one another.
Speaking at the Lions meeting this past Thursday, Sept. 25, were Fair Director Ronnie Turner and County Extension Director Susan C. Condlin. Also present were many members of the Fair Advisory Committee who have expertise in various areas of the event, especially agriculture. Many of them also serve as volunteers at the fair.
The annual fall fair is the Sanford Lions’ foremost fundraiser of the year. Lions help local citizens who are blind or sight impaired as well as the hearing impaired. Many programs helping needy youth are also supported locally and statewide. Local Lions clubs help fund national and international projects that mean millions of dollars for medical research and aid directly to the needy. Your support of the Lee Regional Fair and other fundraising efforts by Lions is greatly appreciated.
Registration for exhibits and livestock starts this weekend starting with exhibits on Saturday from 2-6 p.m. This continues Sunday from 1-5 p.m. and includes livestock and game birds. On Monday morning, judging of exhibits and broilers takes place. That is followed at 4:30 p.m. when the gates open with youth tractor and truck driving registration. At 4:45 p.m. official opening ceremonies begin with a parade featuring bands from both Lee County High School and Southern Lee High School culminating in the ribbon-cutting at 5 p.m. at the main gates at the exhibition halls.
Some highlights of the week include the cheerleading exhibition Monday night, Tiny Miss and Little Miss pageants on Tuesday evening, the Junior Miss and Miss Lee Regional Fair Pageants on Wednesday plus the livestock show and poultry auctions, followed Thursday morning by preschool student story times and free rides for kids and at night a demolition derby. Friday night will bring a talent contest. There will be much more free entertainment throughout the week.
The fair’s last day on Saturday will see gates opening at noon with many activities for children ranging from a diaper derby to a 4-H dog show and animal extravaganza. Also a lawn mower pull as well as an antique tractor pull, motorcycle races, homemade ice cream churn-off and even an Elvis impersonator.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Lions' History Sept. 4 Topic
By Jim Romine
On Thursday, September 4, 65 members of the Sanford Lions Club met for their weekly meeting. The meeting was called to order by Vice President Richard Henley, and Program Chairman for the night Jimmy Bridges gave the blessing for the meal. After all were seated, Bob Nelson and Ish Riviera entertained the Lions with some jokes and commentary.
After the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Lindsay Jones, Lion Marvin Joyner gave an encouraging recap of the Marketing Committee efforts. An announcement was made regarding the Flea Market, being held every Saturday morning through September. Anyone wishing to rent booth space is encouraged to contact Lion Teresa Dew. Lion Preston Spence announced that he had been lucky enough to be appointed Chairman of the Camp Dogwood raffle ticket sales for this year. These tickets are sold to support the camp for the blind, and the winner receives a new automobile. Preston reminded everyone that last year’s winner was Don Dollar of the Sanford club.
Lion Glenn Stubbs announced that the Relay For Life event, held at the Lions Club Fairgrounds for the last two years, raised over $176,000 to fight cancer, and thanked the Lions for their support. District Governor David Martin announced the dates for the District 31 – F Convention, which will be Nov 14 and 15 at the Days Inn in Southern Pines. All Sanford Lions are encouraged to attend and support their homegrown District Governor!
The Program Chairman, Jimmy Bridges, introduced the speaker for the evening, who was Jimmy Bridges! His program was on the history of the Sanford Lions Club, and many of the events and traditions that have made the Sanford Lions Club one of the strongest and largest in North Carolina. Bridges was well qualified to lead this program and discussion, having joined the club in 1956, and being very involved in its activities through the last 52 years.
He related how new initiates used to be required to eat raw meat after a pep talk on the ingredients used for the meat’s dipping sauce. That pep talk sent some folks running, but it was all in good fun, as it was actually pretty tasty. He spoke about requiring new members to carry a miniature birdcage with a lion in it everywhere they went, and if caught without it, had their time with the cage extended. He spoke of summer meetings being held around the community at various churches, where the food was always excellent.
Bridges spoke of the history of the Lee County Fair, now the Lee Regional Fair. In the 1930’s it was more of a carnival, and held on Steele Street. It moved to its permanent home, the Lions Club Fairgrounds, in 1969. He spoke of the development of the Fairgrounds, with construction of the baseball field, the Exhibition Halls, the soccer fields, and the new Arena. The Fairgrounds are truly a valuable resource able to be used by many groups county wide because of the generosity of the Sanford Lions.
After Lion Bridges concluded by saying that he was proud to be a part of the Sanford Lions for the last half century, Vice President Henley thanked Lion Bridges for the program and concluded the meeting with all the Lion’s repeating our motto, “We Serve”.
On Thursday, September 4, 65 members of the Sanford Lions Club met for their weekly meeting. The meeting was called to order by Vice President Richard Henley, and Program Chairman for the night Jimmy Bridges gave the blessing for the meal. After all were seated, Bob Nelson and Ish Riviera entertained the Lions with some jokes and commentary.
After the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Lindsay Jones, Lion Marvin Joyner gave an encouraging recap of the Marketing Committee efforts. An announcement was made regarding the Flea Market, being held every Saturday morning through September. Anyone wishing to rent booth space is encouraged to contact Lion Teresa Dew. Lion Preston Spence announced that he had been lucky enough to be appointed Chairman of the Camp Dogwood raffle ticket sales for this year. These tickets are sold to support the camp for the blind, and the winner receives a new automobile. Preston reminded everyone that last year’s winner was Don Dollar of the Sanford club.
Lion Glenn Stubbs announced that the Relay For Life event, held at the Lions Club Fairgrounds for the last two years, raised over $176,000 to fight cancer, and thanked the Lions for their support. District Governor David Martin announced the dates for the District 31 – F Convention, which will be Nov 14 and 15 at the Days Inn in Southern Pines. All Sanford Lions are encouraged to attend and support their homegrown District Governor!
The Program Chairman, Jimmy Bridges, introduced the speaker for the evening, who was Jimmy Bridges! His program was on the history of the Sanford Lions Club, and many of the events and traditions that have made the Sanford Lions Club one of the strongest and largest in North Carolina. Bridges was well qualified to lead this program and discussion, having joined the club in 1956, and being very involved in its activities through the last 52 years.
He related how new initiates used to be required to eat raw meat after a pep talk on the ingredients used for the meat’s dipping sauce. That pep talk sent some folks running, but it was all in good fun, as it was actually pretty tasty. He spoke about requiring new members to carry a miniature birdcage with a lion in it everywhere they went, and if caught without it, had their time with the cage extended. He spoke of summer meetings being held around the community at various churches, where the food was always excellent.
Bridges spoke of the history of the Lee County Fair, now the Lee Regional Fair. In the 1930’s it was more of a carnival, and held on Steele Street. It moved to its permanent home, the Lions Club Fairgrounds, in 1969. He spoke of the development of the Fairgrounds, with construction of the baseball field, the Exhibition Halls, the soccer fields, and the new Arena. The Fairgrounds are truly a valuable resource able to be used by many groups county wide because of the generosity of the Sanford Lions.
After Lion Bridges concluded by saying that he was proud to be a part of the Sanford Lions for the last half century, Vice President Henley thanked Lion Bridges for the program and concluded the meeting with all the Lion’s repeating our motto, “We Serve”.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Thursday, 8-28-08
To improve the quality of life for the vision and print impaired by providing print materials in an audio format is the mission statement of the Southeastern North Carolina Radio Reading Service Inc. Their Executive Director is Kimberly Durden and she was the guest speaker at last weeks Lion’s Club meeting. She stated that there are over two hundred reading services nation wide and SENCRRS broadcasts over a sub-frequency of the Fayetteville State University FM station. They also have recording studios at Sandhills and Central Carolina Community Colleges.
To receive the signal you will need a specially tuned receiver which is provided free of charge for those in need. Individuals or businesses can adopt-a-radio for as little as twenty-five dollars. SENCRRS is a 501(c) organization and broadcast over a sixty mile radius, twenty-four hours a day seven days a week. The Sanford Herald Newspaper is read on air from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Monday and Wednesday and from 12:30 to 1:00 pm on Saturday. They also read magazines, novels, and have specialized programs geared toward young adults and senior citizens.
The 2008 edition of the Lee Regional Fair is just a month away and preparations for the fair are in high gear. Marvin Joyner reported on the catalogue sales and John Cole reminded members of the agricultural exhibits which must be sorted and judged before the fair opens. District Governor Dave Martin reported that Miss North Carolina would be unable to attend the fair due to a national engagement but will be in Sanford October 14th.
President John Walden presented Jimmy Bridges with a Life Membership to the Lion’s Club which was given to him by the International Board of Directors. Richard Henley led the pledge of allegiance to the flag and Wendell McGee gave the invocation and introduced the speaker.
To receive the signal you will need a specially tuned receiver which is provided free of charge for those in need. Individuals or businesses can adopt-a-radio for as little as twenty-five dollars. SENCRRS is a 501(c) organization and broadcast over a sixty mile radius, twenty-four hours a day seven days a week. The Sanford Herald Newspaper is read on air from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Monday and Wednesday and from 12:30 to 1:00 pm on Saturday. They also read magazines, novels, and have specialized programs geared toward young adults and senior citizens.
The 2008 edition of the Lee Regional Fair is just a month away and preparations for the fair are in high gear. Marvin Joyner reported on the catalogue sales and John Cole reminded members of the agricultural exhibits which must be sorted and judged before the fair opens. District Governor Dave Martin reported that Miss North Carolina would be unable to attend the fair due to a national engagement but will be in Sanford October 14th.
President John Walden presented Jimmy Bridges with a Life Membership to the Lion’s Club which was given to him by the International Board of Directors. Richard Henley led the pledge of allegiance to the flag and Wendell McGee gave the invocation and introduced the speaker.
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Lions August 21 Meeting
The Sanford-Lee County Regional Airport was the program topic at the Sanford Lions Club Thursday, Aug. 21, as guest speaker was Joe McDonald, an official with the airport authority. Program chairman was Bob Jasany who also delivered the invocation. President John Walden presided and Roy Jernigan led the Pledge of Allegiance.
McDonald described the importance of having North Carolina’s third largest general aviation airport on the local industrial and business development efforts. This aviation asset and its location near the Research Triangle and Sandhills is a major selling point when trying to attract new companies, he said.
Since the new facility with its 6,500 foot runway was built in 2000, it has expanded greatly with 104 planes now based there, including business jets costing millions of dollars. There are 49 hangers with 19 more under construction along with nine corporate hangers and more are needed. There are nine onsite businesses including full-service maintenance and avionics shops.
McDonald pointed out several Lions in the audience for their contributions both past and present in support of local airport expansion and business development. They included County Commissioner Ed Paschal, Hal Siler, Tommy Mann, Sr., Tommy Mann, Jr., Bob Hughes and Bob Nelson. Siler recalled many times having to go to Moore County’s airport to pick up business executives because Sanford’s old airport was too small to accommodate their airplanes.
“We lost those companies before we ever got them to Sanford,” Siler commented on the impression such a trip to an out-of-town airport created on visitors.
McDonald said there is a critical need now for more corporate hangers and a future goal is to extend the runway to 8,000 feet to handle larger aircraft. And work is constantly underway by economic development and airport authority officials to attract overflow business clients from the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill areas.
In other business, Jim Turner was recognized for his weekly club newsletter earning the top district award. President Walden presented him with a package of new golf balls as a token of appreciation. Jay Moore introduced his grandson, Davidson Pharr of Greensboro, as a guest. The club’s sick were remembered and Song Leader John Byrd directed the singing of Happy Birthday to several members in addition to singing a solo entitled “Oh Say But I’m Glad.”
McDonald described the importance of having North Carolina’s third largest general aviation airport on the local industrial and business development efforts. This aviation asset and its location near the Research Triangle and Sandhills is a major selling point when trying to attract new companies, he said.
Since the new facility with its 6,500 foot runway was built in 2000, it has expanded greatly with 104 planes now based there, including business jets costing millions of dollars. There are 49 hangers with 19 more under construction along with nine corporate hangers and more are needed. There are nine onsite businesses including full-service maintenance and avionics shops.
McDonald pointed out several Lions in the audience for their contributions both past and present in support of local airport expansion and business development. They included County Commissioner Ed Paschal, Hal Siler, Tommy Mann, Sr., Tommy Mann, Jr., Bob Hughes and Bob Nelson. Siler recalled many times having to go to Moore County’s airport to pick up business executives because Sanford’s old airport was too small to accommodate their airplanes.
“We lost those companies before we ever got them to Sanford,” Siler commented on the impression such a trip to an out-of-town airport created on visitors.
McDonald said there is a critical need now for more corporate hangers and a future goal is to extend the runway to 8,000 feet to handle larger aircraft. And work is constantly underway by economic development and airport authority officials to attract overflow business clients from the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill areas.
In other business, Jim Turner was recognized for his weekly club newsletter earning the top district award. President Walden presented him with a package of new golf balls as a token of appreciation. Jay Moore introduced his grandson, Davidson Pharr of Greensboro, as a guest. The club’s sick were remembered and Song Leader John Byrd directed the singing of Happy Birthday to several members in addition to singing a solo entitled “Oh Say But I’m Glad.”
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Lions August 14 Meeting
Sanford Lions August 14 Meeting
How Progress Energy works to keep our power flowing or to restore it following stormy weather was the weekly program topic Aug. 14 at the Sanford Lions Club. Guest speaker was Danny R. Bost, lead technical trainer at Progress Energy’s New Hill training center.
Advanced planning and ever improving technology are key factors in addition to plain old hard work and men and women in the field, Bost said. Power companies across the nation cooperate with one another to supply expanded workforces in time of emergency. And usually that help is mobilized and standing by in staging areas by the time a storm hits.
Bost stressed a number of safety tips for citizens. He said all downed lines should be considered live and avoided until trained workers arrive. He warned that such lines can be energized by personal power generators if they are not connected properly to a home’s wiring system. Also, auto accidents create many hazardous conditions with downed power lines and even good samaritans need to beware approaching a vehicle near downed lines.
Program chairman was Bill Bost, a cousin of the speaker. They related the family story of their grandfather, A.J. Bost, who was hired by Carolina Power and Light Co. in Raleigh to round up and direct a crew of workers to run the first electric lines in Lee County in the early 1900’s. “Captain Jack” as Mr. Bost was known, first turned down the job because CP&L wouldn’t foot the cost of horse feed. The company finally relented and the work started.
President-elect Richard Henley presided over the meeting which included a delicious meal prepared by the kitchen committee, lead by Andy Childress. The Lions remembered a number of sick members and wished them a speedy recovery. With the situation between the countries of Russia and Georgia, Mike Womble was asked to report on news from his son, David, who is a humanitarian worker in Georgia. Womble said David was safe, but communication with him has been very difficult with international phone service impacted. David Womble and his organization, World Vision, have helped thousands of displaced persons during the conflict, his father reported.
District Governor David Martin of the local club reported on two upcoming district meetings and displayed newly designed club shirts available for purchase by members.
How Progress Energy works to keep our power flowing or to restore it following stormy weather was the weekly program topic Aug. 14 at the Sanford Lions Club. Guest speaker was Danny R. Bost, lead technical trainer at Progress Energy’s New Hill training center.
Advanced planning and ever improving technology are key factors in addition to plain old hard work and men and women in the field, Bost said. Power companies across the nation cooperate with one another to supply expanded workforces in time of emergency. And usually that help is mobilized and standing by in staging areas by the time a storm hits.
Bost stressed a number of safety tips for citizens. He said all downed lines should be considered live and avoided until trained workers arrive. He warned that such lines can be energized by personal power generators if they are not connected properly to a home’s wiring system. Also, auto accidents create many hazardous conditions with downed power lines and even good samaritans need to beware approaching a vehicle near downed lines.
Program chairman was Bill Bost, a cousin of the speaker. They related the family story of their grandfather, A.J. Bost, who was hired by Carolina Power and Light Co. in Raleigh to round up and direct a crew of workers to run the first electric lines in Lee County in the early 1900’s. “Captain Jack” as Mr. Bost was known, first turned down the job because CP&L wouldn’t foot the cost of horse feed. The company finally relented and the work started.
President-elect Richard Henley presided over the meeting which included a delicious meal prepared by the kitchen committee, lead by Andy Childress. The Lions remembered a number of sick members and wished them a speedy recovery. With the situation between the countries of Russia and Georgia, Mike Womble was asked to report on news from his son, David, who is a humanitarian worker in Georgia. Womble said David was safe, but communication with him has been very difficult with international phone service impacted. David Womble and his organization, World Vision, have helped thousands of displaced persons during the conflict, his father reported.
District Governor David Martin of the local club reported on two upcoming district meetings and displayed newly designed club shirts available for purchase by members.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Thursday August 7, 2008
It was the second edition of awards night last week for club members as it takes two meetings to honor all award recipients. Reggie Jackson with eighteen years perfect attendance and Bill Holt with twenty years led a group of fifteen members who were recognized for their faithful attendance. Melissa Hilliard received a plaque for her dedicated service to the Leo Club and Darlene Turner was given a certificate of excellence for her work as Branch Club Coordinator. The club received three district awards; the Membership Award for the twenty-eight new members, the Lion’s Foundation Award as a result of a ten percent increase in sales of Camp Dogwood Raffle tickets, and the Best Bulletin Award (Jim Turner, editor). After much debate, George Kostrewa took home the coveted Motor Mouth Award,
Program chairman Bob Nelson introduced four young ladies, Shelby Anderson, Julie Davis, Katelin Franklin, and Ashlyn Vogelsang who entertained the club with patriotic tunes. Each one sang two solos and their voices filled the meeting hall. It was evident by their talent that these rising eight and ninth graders are involved in music at their respective schools and also with the Temple Theater.
Guest for the evening included spouses of Lion’s Club members and Brittany Chester, secretary for the Leo Club. District Lt. Governor Dave Martin was thanked for his donation of a silver bowl, which is engraved with the names of the Lion of the Year recipients. Teresa Dew stated that the Lee Regional Flea Market had twenty-two vendors this past Saturday. Bob Jasany gave the invocation to begin the supper meeting, John Byrd led the members in song and the meeting was presided over by John Walden.
Program chairman Bob Nelson introduced four young ladies, Shelby Anderson, Julie Davis, Katelin Franklin, and Ashlyn Vogelsang who entertained the club with patriotic tunes. Each one sang two solos and their voices filled the meeting hall. It was evident by their talent that these rising eight and ninth graders are involved in music at their respective schools and also with the Temple Theater.
Guest for the evening included spouses of Lion’s Club members and Brittany Chester, secretary for the Leo Club. District Lt. Governor Dave Martin was thanked for his donation of a silver bowl, which is engraved with the names of the Lion of the Year recipients. Teresa Dew stated that the Lee Regional Flea Market had twenty-two vendors this past Saturday. Bob Jasany gave the invocation to begin the supper meeting, John Byrd led the members in song and the meeting was presided over by John Walden.
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Thursday July 31
If you own or operate a business in the Lee County area, Sanford Lions need you. Members of the service club continue to sell advertising for its annual catalogue promoting the Lee Regional Fair set for Oct. 6-12.
The catalogue contains vital information for those entering goods in exhibits, a schedule of events and features on special activities including the Miss Lee Regional Fair competition and midway amusements. The Sanford Lions Marketing Committee presented a report to club members Thursday, July 31, and stressed the need to contact more area businesses seeking advertising for the publication.
Lions have been working in teams for several weeks on the project and ask those not yet purchasing ads to please do so. The advertising revenue offsets the cost of catalogue printing and distribution, helps promote the fair which is the club’s largest fundraiser, and allows the club to direct more fair proceeds to charities. Ad sales must be completed by Aug. 21.
Contact any Lion or members of the marketing committee consisting of Marvin Joyner, Jim Romine, Hans Niedworok, Richard Hendley and Glenn Jones. To learn more about the Sanford Lions also visit www. sanfordlionsclub.com.
In other business, George Kostrewa reported that the N.C. Lions Vision Van visit to Sanford recently was a big success. More than 20 Lions volunteered to help screen local citizens for eye and sight problems. Of the 123 people screened, 13 never had an eye checkup before and 14 were referred to doctors with symptoms of serious conditions such as diabetes and glaucoma.
Volunteers for this project included Kathy Kostrewa, Bob and Nancy Jasany, John Cole, Jim Turner, Bill Whiteman, Don Morton, Richard Hendley, Leon Tongret, Dave Martin, Roy Jernigan, Dan Hruby, Everett Cox, Nick Novosel, Charles Martin, Bob and Anne Edens, Cliff Pepper, Hans Niedworok, Joe Johnson, Russel Mann, and Preston Spence.
Lions Daytime Branch Club coordinator Teresa Dew gave a report on the new Lee Regional Flea Market being held each Saturday through September from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sanford Lions Entertainment Complex (fairgrounds). It opened this past Saturday with over 100 booths reserved and some 20 venders scheduled to operate. Everyone who loves yard sales and flea markets are urged to come out each Saturday morning through August and September for great deals and fun.
The catalogue contains vital information for those entering goods in exhibits, a schedule of events and features on special activities including the Miss Lee Regional Fair competition and midway amusements. The Sanford Lions Marketing Committee presented a report to club members Thursday, July 31, and stressed the need to contact more area businesses seeking advertising for the publication.
Lions have been working in teams for several weeks on the project and ask those not yet purchasing ads to please do so. The advertising revenue offsets the cost of catalogue printing and distribution, helps promote the fair which is the club’s largest fundraiser, and allows the club to direct more fair proceeds to charities. Ad sales must be completed by Aug. 21.
Contact any Lion or members of the marketing committee consisting of Marvin Joyner, Jim Romine, Hans Niedworok, Richard Hendley and Glenn Jones. To learn more about the Sanford Lions also visit www. sanfordlionsclub.com.
In other business, George Kostrewa reported that the N.C. Lions Vision Van visit to Sanford recently was a big success. More than 20 Lions volunteered to help screen local citizens for eye and sight problems. Of the 123 people screened, 13 never had an eye checkup before and 14 were referred to doctors with symptoms of serious conditions such as diabetes and glaucoma.
Volunteers for this project included Kathy Kostrewa, Bob and Nancy Jasany, John Cole, Jim Turner, Bill Whiteman, Don Morton, Richard Hendley, Leon Tongret, Dave Martin, Roy Jernigan, Dan Hruby, Everett Cox, Nick Novosel, Charles Martin, Bob and Anne Edens, Cliff Pepper, Hans Niedworok, Joe Johnson, Russel Mann, and Preston Spence.
Lions Daytime Branch Club coordinator Teresa Dew gave a report on the new Lee Regional Flea Market being held each Saturday through September from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sanford Lions Entertainment Complex (fairgrounds). It opened this past Saturday with over 100 booths reserved and some 20 venders scheduled to operate. Everyone who loves yard sales and flea markets are urged to come out each Saturday morning through August and September for great deals and fun.
Monday, July 28, 2008
Thursday July 24
Every eight seconds in the United States there is a home break-in and Sanford Lions were urged Thursday, July 17, to take every precaution possible to see that their homes aren’t part of these statistics. Guest speaker for the weekly club meeting was Officer Marshall Cameron of Sanford’s Community Policing Unit.
The 16-year veteran Sanford policeman was introduced by program chairman Don Morton. Officer Cameron shared many crime prevention tips for both home and car. First and foremost, lock homes securely including doors and windows and never leave items of value in view even in locked cars. Most home entries happen during the day.
Thieves need three primary elements to commit their crimes, the officer said. These include the ability, the desire, and opportunity. Property owners can’t do anything to thwart the first two, but we all can limit the opportunity factor. Keep shrubbery trimmed neatly near windows and doors, install outdoor lighting, use deadbolt locks on doors, and never hide a spare key outside. Leave a key with a relative or trusted neighbor for emergency use.
Also mark valuables with some form of identification. If away from home, have someone look after home and collect mail and newspapers, If possible, have a vehicle in the driveway that can be moved periodically. Officer Cameron said security is like an onion—something with many layers.
President John Walden presided while Roy Jernigan delivered the invocation. Billy Miller led the Pledge of Allegiance. Club song leader John Byrd sang a solo entitled “When It’s Lamp Lighting Time in the Valley.”
The 16-year veteran Sanford policeman was introduced by program chairman Don Morton. Officer Cameron shared many crime prevention tips for both home and car. First and foremost, lock homes securely including doors and windows and never leave items of value in view even in locked cars. Most home entries happen during the day.
Thieves need three primary elements to commit their crimes, the officer said. These include the ability, the desire, and opportunity. Property owners can’t do anything to thwart the first two, but we all can limit the opportunity factor. Keep shrubbery trimmed neatly near windows and doors, install outdoor lighting, use deadbolt locks on doors, and never hide a spare key outside. Leave a key with a relative or trusted neighbor for emergency use.
Also mark valuables with some form of identification. If away from home, have someone look after home and collect mail and newspapers, If possible, have a vehicle in the driveway that can be moved periodically. Officer Cameron said security is like an onion—something with many layers.
President John Walden presided while Roy Jernigan delivered the invocation. Billy Miller led the Pledge of Allegiance. Club song leader John Byrd sang a solo entitled “When It’s Lamp Lighting Time in the Valley.”
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Thursday July 17
The Sanford Lions learned about identity theft and scam artists at their weekly meeting on Thursday, July 17, at the Lions Lee County Fairgrounds.
Guest speaker was Judith B. Estridge of Troy, vice president of First Bank which has a number of offices in the Sanford area. She was introduced to the club by Bob Jasany.
President John Walden presided while Jasany delivered the invocation and Theron Womble led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Identity theft and financial scams are serious and common occurrences here as well as across the country, according to Estridge. She said banks are helping fight these crimes with a number of programs designed to detect unusual changes in customer transactions. And her bank as well as other financial institutions have staff who can assist anyone who thinks they are a potential victim or who have been victimized by these crimes.
Some tips she offered include the following: never give out important numbers such as social security or bank accounts, do not carry items that contain such information with you, leave them recorded at home in a secure place, guard mail by keeping up with incoming bills and never place checks or other important documents in roadside mailboxes at your home, carefully watch credit card accounts, and be wary of anyone offering unbelievable deals or prizes whether through the mails, telephone, or computer.
Estridge suggests taking advantage of free credit reports periodically that might indicate any financial fraud. She stressed that victims of these crimes are placed in grave financial danger that could take years to unravel and correct. Anyone with questions should contact their bank or the N.C. Attorney General’s office toll free at 877-566-7226.
Guest speaker was Judith B. Estridge of Troy, vice president of First Bank which has a number of offices in the Sanford area. She was introduced to the club by Bob Jasany.
President John Walden presided while Jasany delivered the invocation and Theron Womble led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Identity theft and financial scams are serious and common occurrences here as well as across the country, according to Estridge. She said banks are helping fight these crimes with a number of programs designed to detect unusual changes in customer transactions. And her bank as well as other financial institutions have staff who can assist anyone who thinks they are a potential victim or who have been victimized by these crimes.
Some tips she offered include the following: never give out important numbers such as social security or bank accounts, do not carry items that contain such information with you, leave them recorded at home in a secure place, guard mail by keeping up with incoming bills and never place checks or other important documents in roadside mailboxes at your home, carefully watch credit card accounts, and be wary of anyone offering unbelievable deals or prizes whether through the mails, telephone, or computer.
Estridge suggests taking advantage of free credit reports periodically that might indicate any financial fraud. She stressed that victims of these crimes are placed in grave financial danger that could take years to unravel and correct. Anyone with questions should contact their bank or the N.C. Attorney General’s office toll free at 877-566-7226.
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