Club News

Eighty-four players, a full list of sponsors, and $30,067 for the Robert N. Styres Scholarship. Here is how the 37th Golf Classic came together.

On October 13, beekeeper Phil Crump of Westover Apiaries brought a hive box, a frame of comb, and a jar of honey to our Tuesday breakfast.

Years ago, Bob Styres' son was asked near the Capitol, "Are you Stinky Styres' son?" He was. Here are the stories behind the name on our scholarship.

Less than a week before our Golf Classic, we talked about tennis with Lou Welch, Steve, and Carlson of the Abilities Tennis Association of NC.

Our first meeting after Labor Day brought a painter to breakfast: Bob Rankin, a Raleigh artist and teacher who has traveled to more than 40 countries.

Paul Watson, founder of Ten Fifteen Communications, joined our August 25 breakfast to talk about standing out, and staying human, when AI can write anything.

On 16th of June we welcomed a deeply meaningful presentation on the Grow With Sienna Giving Fund, founded by Dawn and Doug Berry in memory of their daughter, Sienna. Their story is one no family should ever have to tell, yet they have chosen to share it with courage, honesty, and love so that other families may find support sooner, speak more openly, and feel less alone. Their work reflects the heart of Rotary’s mission. Rotary is built on service, compassion, and the belief

Mary McCartan Konwinski, Valerie Bauerlein Jackson, and Rick Rountree We were honored to welcome Valerie Bauerlein Jackson, the author of "The Devil at His Elbow," and a National Reporter at The Wall Street Journal, for an engaging presentation on her journalism career and her extensive reporting on South Carolina’s legal and political dynasties. Valerie shared insights into the rise and fall of the Murdaugh dynasty, the power of long-standing influence, and the importance of

Michelle Drabek From volunteer to Executive Director On the morning of April 21, 2026, we had the privilege of hearing from Michelle Drabek, the Executive Director of Made 4 Me. Her journey is as meaningful as the work she now leads. Michelle began as a volunteer in 2018, back when the organization operated out of garages, and steadily grew into leadership through hands-on service, humility, and a deep commitment to others. Her path from stay-at-home mother to Executive Direc