The Ruidoso Evening Lions helped the Ruidoso Warrior Special Olympians to raise $4,000.00 at their Spaghetti dinner. International Director Lion Melissa Washburn visited Ruidoso, along with her husband Librarian Johnny Washburn & her partner in service Lion Gemma Ferguson to induct new members and officers. She also presented a very special Melvin Jones replacement plaque to Lion Sam Pirelli. Sam lost his home in the devastating floods last year. We inducted four new members
Two new members were inducted by PDG Bobby Richardson at the April 1 meeting of Sandia Mountain Lions Club. Anthony (Tony) Mittas was sponsored by Lion Sammie Hutchison, and Wesley (Wes) Harris was sponsored by his wife, Lion Rena Harris. Both new Lions had come to at least three Club activities before submitting their applications, and are already active participants.
Our District is now showing a growth of 27 members giving us a 3.2% increase. There is still time to meet our District targets and finish out the year on a strong note.
The Socorro County Lions Club recently held its Officer Installation, welcoming new leaders committed to serving the community with vision and dedication.