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For 29 years the Murray Lions Club has recognized the outstanding first responders from units that serve the Murray-Calloway County area, including four police agencies, a fire department, an EMS unit, and the jail.  Awardees are selected by the head … Continue reading →

Several members of the Murray Lions Club were recently awarded longevity chevrons by District Governor Kevin Bishop (far right). Shown from left are Lions Ken Claude (20 years), Rocky Long (10 years), and Ken Purcell (25 years). Not pictured but … Continue reading →

Beth Birkner (center), president of the Murray State University Lions Club, was a scholarship recipient in the recent Ms. MSU Scholarship Pageant. Shown with her are Kevin Bishop (left), district governor of Kentucky Lions District K, and Jim Gray (right), … Continue reading →

At a recent meeting of the Murray Lions Club, new Murray State Director of Athletics, Kevin Saal brought his energy and vision for Racer athletics to members and guests in attendance. In his presentation he discussed his personal background and … Continue reading →

Calloway County Judge Executive Kenny Imes (right) was the features speaker at a recent meeting of the Murray Lions Club. Imes gave a report of current projects in the county, including several relating to roads, followed by a question and … Continue reading →

Chuck Williams, assistant coordinator for Murray-Calloway County Special Olympics, was the featured speaker at a recent meeting of the Murray Lions Club. Williams gave an update on fund raising efforts for Special Olympics, including the upcoming Polar Plunge which is … Continue reading →

At a recent meeting  the Murray Lions Club welcomed three new members. Shown above is Lion Rowina Wilburn placing pins on the left Jane Slayden, middle is JoAnn Slayden and right is Mallory Harris. Welcome to our newest Lions! #WeServe … Continue reading →

  Colin FitzGerald, financial advisor for Edward Jones, was the featured speaker at a recent meeting of the Murray Lions Club. FitzGerald talked about the investment implications of the recent downturn on Wall Street and how it affects ordinary investors … Continue reading →

Dr.  Bob Jackson (right), interim Murray State University president, was the featured speaker at a recent Murray Lions Club meeting.  Jackson described the state of the university, including such issues as enrollment/student recruitment, state funding, and contracting out food services. … Continue reading →

  At a recent Murray Lions Club meeting Gerald Washington, Executive Director of the Murray Calloway County United Way spoke to the Club about the strategic planning initiatives currently under way at the local United Way to better address serving … Continue reading →