Serving historic Charleston, South Carolina, since 1920
November 28, 2023
Robert Boyles, head of South Carolina Department of Natural Resources talked to our club today about the expansive role this organization plays in protecting our state’s natural resources and environment and making it an attractive place for a wide variety of outdoor activities on land and sea.
November 14, 2023
Our meeting this week recognized Veterans’ Day and all the great men and woman who have served our country. A special honor guard presentation by the Charleston County Sheriff Department kicked off our meeting and we welcomed former Marine John Warren, a successful entrepreneur and book author who shared his thoughts on applying Marine Corps values to business. We will celebrated the 248th birthday of the United States Marine Corps (formed by an act of the Continental Congress on November 10, 1775).
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November 7, 2023
We were delighted to host our partners from the Charleston Police Department as they gave us an update on the Leadership Development Institute program that Rotary supports. Guided by the original vision of the late Police Chief Luther Reynolds, the program has expanded to include many other police organizations around the state and serves as a model for instilling community-oriented leadership skills in our police force. Thanks to Sgt Eric Light, Captain Anthony Cretella and new Chief Chito Walker for attending our meeting and showing the impact it’s having across Charleston and the entire state
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October 31, 2023
Josh Dix of Charleston Trident Association of Realtors gave us an update on the Lowcountry real estate scene. To combat suburban sprawl, and all the problems that it brings, Josh talked about the need for more urban density and multi-family dwellings – the Missing Middle – while still maintaining the character of downtown Charleston.
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October 24, 2023
On World Polio Day we heard two personal stories about how polio has impacted peoples’ lives: One from Rotarian James Dusenberry who had an aunt stricken with polio, but went on to do great things in her life as a mathematician. And one from the step dad of Rotarian Karla Combes who was was diagnosed with polio as young child and lived a life of service and leadership as an educator. Thanks to both for sharing their stories on this day when we recognize the great contribution Rotary has been to eradicating this disease worldwide.