Rotary Club of Washington, Indiana

10/29/2026

At today's Rotary Club meeting, Rotarian Haley Liming arranged an informative presentation about The Villages at Oak Ridge, giving members an opportunity to learn more about the facility, its services, and its commitment to quality care.

One of the highlights was learning that The Villages at Oak Ridge recently earned the highly respected accreditation from The Joint Commission! What a tremendous accomplishment—congratulations to the entire Oak Ridge team!

Opened in 2015, the 114-bed facility currently serves 112 residents and employs 115 dedicated staff members. Oak Ridge offers a wide range of services, including adult day services, assisted living, and memory care, providing valuable resources and support to individuals and families in our community.

Haley also introduced Executive Director Sara Walls, who brings an impressive 44 years of experience in long-term care. Sara's connection to the profession began at a very young age, when she accompanied her mother to the facility where she worked. From those early days of walking the halls as a toddler to a lifelong career in long-term care, Sara has truly dedicated her life to serving others!

Throughout the presentation, members gained a better understanding of the many services available at Oak Ridge and how individuals and families can access them.

A special thank-you to Haley for arranging such an interesting and informative program and for bringing members of the Oak Ridge team to share their knowledge with our Club. We appreciate the important work you do in our community!

And, as always, thank you to Bobe's for another delicious lunch and for providing such a welcoming home for our weekly meetings!

Service Above Self!

10/21/2026

At today's Rotary Club meeting, Rotarian Terri Kelso arranged for Aaron Selby of the Vincennes University Foundation to share information about the Foundation's programs and initiatives.

Aaron highlighted the Foundation's Community Series, efforts to reconnect alumni with their alma mater, and interesting statistics about alumni giving. He also shared the wide variety of degree programs offered by Vincennes University and the many opportunities available to students.

Thank you, Aaron, for an informative presentation, and to Terri for arranging today's program!

As always, a special thank-you to Bobe's for the delicious lunch and welcoming meeting space. We truly appreciate your continued hospitality and friendship with Rotary!

10/14/2026

🏀 Basketball season is just around the corner!

At today's Rotary meeting, we got an exciting preview of the Washington Community Schools Basketball Program! Head Coach Alex Boyd, along with several players and coaches, shared their plans, goals, and what's ahead for the upcoming season.

We appreciate Coach Boyd and his team taking the time to visit with us! We're looking forward to a great season and watching the program continue to grow and succeed!

🏀 Let's go, Hatchets!

10/07/2026

🏀 Trailblazers Basketball at Rotary!

Today, Rotarian Dave Stowers arranged a great program featuring Vincennes University Men’s Basketball. We enjoyed hearing from long-time assistant coach Brian Davis, who is entering his 22nd season with the Trailblazers.

Coach Davis shared an inside look at the highly successful VU basketball program and its talented players. Last season, the Trailblazers finished 31–3, winning both the NJCAA Region 24 regular-season and tournament championships before advancing to the Sweet 16 at the NJCAA Division I National Tournament.

During Coach Davis’s tenure, VU has earned more than 570 victories, 15 national tournament appearances, four Final Four berths, and a national championship in 2019.

Thank you, Coach Davis, for a great program and for sharing the story of Trailblazers basketball with us! And, as always, thanks to Bobe’s for the great lunch and for hosting our weekly meetings! 👏🏀

09/30/2026

At today’s Rotary meeting, Rotarian Monty Critchlow arranged for our Club to learn more about the wonderful work of the Daviess County Museum. Jeannie Eaton shared an informative look at the Museum’s programs and services, including its membership drive, exhibits, online and in-house research resources, and exciting plans for the fall.

We are grateful for the important role the Museum plays in preserving and sharing our local history. Its collections and programs help us better understand the people, places, and events that shaped our community and the story of who we are today.

Thank you, Monty and Jeannie, for making today’s program possible—and as always, thank you to Bobe’s for serving us another great lunch!

Come visit the home of local history in Daviess County, IN, at the Daviess County Historical Society & Museum.

09/23/2026

🌟 Learning, Leadership & Life Skills Through 4-H! 🌟

At today’s Rotary Club meeting, Rotarian Wes Richardson led our program and introduced us to Daviess County 4-H Ambassadors Annie Ackerman and Brent Barber.

Annie and Brent shared how their 4-H experiences have helped them reach important milestones and prepare for the future. Both spoke about the valuable life skills they have developed, the meaningful friendships they have formed, and the confidence they have gained through their involvement in 4-H.

Their presentation was a wonderful example of their ability to communicate, connect with others, and engage an audience. We truly enjoyed hearing their stories and learning more about the impact 4-H can have on young people. Thank you, Annie and Brent, for sharing your experiences with us, and thank you to Wes for arranging such an informative program!

A special thank you to Bobe’s for providing our weekly lunch and for being such a welcoming home for our Wednesday Rotary meetings. We appreciate you! 💙💛.

09/18/2026

WELCOME RYAN!
Please join us in welcoming and celebrating our newest Rotarian, Ryan Carroll! 🎉
Ryan works at the Washington Carnegie Public Library and was sponsored by Rotarian Mike Breeden.
Pictured are Mike Breeden, Rotary Club President Don Spillman, and Ryan Carroll.
We’re delighted to have you as part of our Rotary family. Welcome, Ryan!

09/17/2026

At today’s Rotary Club of Washington meeting, Rotarian Scott Sell arranged an informative program introducing a new service coming to our community through Williams Bros.

Scott’s guest, Andrew Bennett, shared information about ChatRx, an on-demand urgent care service offering physician-led, round-the-clock, chat-based care for non-emergency medical needs—all accessible from your phone.

We appreciate Scott for arranging today’s program and Andrew for visiting our Club and helping us learn more about this new service.

And, as always, thank you to Bobe’s for the delicious lunch and for hosting our weekly meetings!

09/09/2026

🔬 STEM at the Washington Carnegie Public Library! 📚

At today’s Rotary Club of Washington meeting, Rotarian Lori Lundy arranged for Cailey Moreland from the Washington Carnegie Public Library to share a program about the Library’s STEM activities for children of all ages.

Cailey explained how these hands-on activities encourage children to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics while learning and having fun. She also updated us on plans to move the STEM activities to the Library’s new annex space, with the move expected within the next month. This will also free up additional meeting space at the Library.

Thank you, Cailey, for all you do for the children in our community, and thank you to the Washington Carnegie Public Library for being such a valuable community resource!

And, as always, thank you to Bobe’s for the great lunch and for being our weekly meeting location! ❤️💙

09/02/2026

🔥 Learning More About the Future of Fire Protection in Daviess County! 🔥

At today’s Washington Rotary Club meeting, Rotarian and Club President Don Spillman arranged an informative program on the reorganization of Daviess County into fire districts. Our guest speaker was Daviess County Commissioner Nathan Gabhart.

Nathan shared valuable information about the need to provide reliable, sustainable support for our volunteer fire departments, who work around the clock, 24/7, to protect our families, businesses, homes, and communities. He explained the lengthy process involved in developing the new fire district structure, the work that has gone into the reorganization, and the potential impact on future real estate taxes.

Thank you, Nathan, for taking the time to speak with our Club and for your continued dedication and hard work on behalf of Daviess County!

We also want to extend our sincere appreciation to all of the volunteer firefighters and fire departments serving Daviess County. Your commitment, sacrifice, and willingness to answer the call at any hour help keep our communities safe. We are grateful for all that you do! ❤️🚒

And, as always, a big thank you to Bobe’s for the great lunch and for welcoming the Washington Rotary Club each week!