April 16th – Nursing Workforce Shortage, Anna Hilts The healthcare industry faces a critical shortage of nurses and other professionals, a challenge that has only intensified since the pandemic. To address this issue at the local level, Willamette Valley Medical Center, in partnership with McMinnville Economic Development Partnership and others, has launched innovative programs to strengthen […]

April 9th – Whiteaker Middle School Orchestra The Rotary program on April 9th will feature a concert by the Whiteaker Middle School Orchestra, directed by their Master Orchestra Teacher – Mac Mayer. The Whiteaker Middle School Orchestra has consistently placed 1st with the highest score by far in their league competition and is widely considered to be the […]

April 2nd – CASA of Marion County In recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month, Rotarian Vanessa Nordyke will present facts, stories, and analysis of Oregon’s foster care system based on her experiences working with foster youth at CASA of Marion County. CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is the legal party for every Marion child in foster […]

March 26th – Oregon Hunger Task Force Rick Gaupo (Marion Polk Food Share) and Chris Baker (Oregon Hunger Task Force) will be talking about the top legislative policy recommendations to reduce food insecurity in Oregon. Program Chair – Sabrina Riggs Meeting Location: Cedar Hall, Salem Alliance Main Building President’s Message Spring is in the Air — and So […]

March 19th – Grocery Industry Insights with Tim Jennings Tim will be talking briefly about Roth’s; how the store got started, where they are going, and how they will continue the brand promises. He will also give us some information about where Roth’s fits in the US/Canada marketplace. Industry matters such as supply chain and what […]

March 12th – Impacts of the 2023-24 Small Grants in Our Community We’re thrilled to share the impact of the Rotary Club’s 2023-24 Small Grants program on Wednesday! This past Rotary year, we’ve awarded a total of $20,000 to seven deserving local organizations, each dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. These grants will support a […]

March 5th – The State of the City Address, Mayor Julie Hoy Our very own President Cathy Grimes will be officiating this meeting. Let’s all come out to support her and hear what our Mayor has planned for the next two years. Doors open at 11:30 with the meeting starting at noon. Registration closed on February […]