David Hunt Honored for 40 Years of Service to Lions; New Officers Named

New officers for the Grant City Lions were installed Tuesday at their regular meeting. W.R. O’Riley, who was a Past International Vice-President of Lions, emceed the ceremony. His wife, Carole, who was a Past President of Maryville Host Lions Club, was also present.

Named as new officers for the year were Michael Riley (President), David Gentleman (Second Vice-President), Bill Calhoon (Treasurer), and Marty Myers (Secretary and Service Chair).

David Hunt was recognized for 40 years of service to the organization. Richard Rowen was recognized for 29 years of service. Teresa Gentleman was inducted as a new member of the club, which now stands at 31 members.

Revenue from concession sales from ball games was $535. Gentleman gave a report on a pumpkin patch that he is growing along with several other members of the community on donated land. They will sell the pumpkins to Hy-Vee and Lions will get the proceeds. They are looking into donating some of the pumpkins to families in need.

Work was lined up for the Young Farmers Tractor Pull, which will be held in August.