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Meeting February 26, 2024 - Mayor Jared Carr and Honor Club Recognition

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What an incredible day at the Lebanon Downtown Optimist Club meeting! We not only celebrated our designation as an Honor Club for the past year but were also privileged to host Mayor Jared Carr and City Administrator Mike Schumacher for the annual State of the City update. Thank you to all the members who came out, shared insightful questions. Your enthusiasm and commitment are what make our community stand out.  
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Optimist Second Quarter Conference

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  Lebanon Missouri Optimist president, Emily Huckaby and Vice President Katie Massey attended the Optimist International Second Quarter Conference in Branson! Our club is always looking for ways to grow so we can give back even BIGGER to our community!
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New Member Raeanne Reid

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 Emily Huckaby welcomes new member Raeanne Reid!
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Meeting February 5, 2024 - Ben Havens Mayfly Project

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  Ben Havens, the Hatchery Manager from Bennett Spring State Park, for joining us and presenting information about the Mayfly Project .
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Meeting December 18, 2023 - Amy Folsom Laclede County Prosecuting Attorney

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Big thanks to Amy Folsom, Laclede County Prosecuting Attorney, for joining us at the Lebanon Downtown Optimist Club today! Her presentation on the Laclede County Drug Court Program was an eye-opener and a beacon of hope.
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BLOCK FUND receives donation from First State Community Bank

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First State Community Bank donated $1,000 to the Downtown Lebanon Optimist BLOCK Fund from the Charity Golf Classic fundraiser. Our club uses BLOCK Fund dollars to fund grants that benefit area youth. Pictured from left, FSCB President Steve Hite is presenting the check to FSCB Optimist members Katie Massey and Travis Townsend.  
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December 11, 2023 - Steve Kueny's pumpkin adventure

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We were graced by Steve Kueny, a competitive Lebanon pumpkin farmer who has taken pumpkin growing to a whole new level – or should we say, a new river? Steve recently completed a record-breaking journey, paddling 39.17 miles in his 1,280-pound pumpkin, Huckle Berry! His tale isn’t just about setting records; it’s about dedication, passion, and loving what you do.  
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