A heartfelt thank you to Ernest Hopper for joining us yesterday, February 25th, to provide an inspiring presentation on the Academy of Environmental Science (AES). It was fascinating to learn about how AES provides students with hands-on, field-based education right here in Citrus County. From their unique SCUBA program to their focus on marine and […]

We were honored to host Earnie Olsen at our meeting on February 18th for a fascinating presentation on the Citrus County Marine Science Station (MSS). Since 1967, the MSS has been a cornerstone of environmental education in Crystal River, offering students unique, “hands-on, feet-wet” experiences that you just can’t get in a traditional classroom. From […]

✨ Service Above Self & The Arts! 🎭 What a spectacular morning we had at our February 11th meeting! The Rotary Club was honored to host Lee Boyajan and the incredibly talented students from the Lecanto High School Drama Club. Lee and the students gave us an inspiring look into the hard work, passion, and […]

A huge thank you to Tiarra Faye Alexander, of Pace Center for Girls, Citrus, for joining us at our meeting on January 28th! Tiarra shared an inspiring presentation about the incredible work being done at the PACE Center. From providing year-round academics and counseling to empowering young women to overcome trauma and find their voices, […]

The mission of Scouting is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes. 🛶✨ We had the pleasure of hosting Emily Thomas this past Wednesday, January 21st! Emily gave a fantastic presentation on “Celebrating Scouting,” highlighting the ways the @tampabayscouting Council is shaping the leaders of tomorrow. Rotary and Scouting […]

A huge thank you to Tariq Muhammad, CEO of Citrus County Rural Health, for joining us at our January 14th meeting! 🤝✨ Tariq provided our members with an eye-opening presentation on the vital work CCRH is doing to provide affordable, community-based care to the underserved in our area. From primary care and pharmacy services to […]

The secret is officially out (though, let’s be honest, it was never a well-kept one): The Kings Bay Rotary Club has the best meeting lunches in the district, and it’s all thanks to the incredible William and Pam Bunch! This past Wednesday, December 17th, our club was thrilled to present William and Pam with a […]

What an incredible afternoon we had this past Wednesday, December 17th! Our club was honored to host Laura Adjuto, who shared her powerful journey from a Rotary Youth Exchange (RYE) student to a dedicated medical student making a difference in the world. Laura’s story is a testament to the long-term impact of Rotary. She spoke […]

We were honored to host a fantastic presentation this past Wednesday, December 17th, featuring two dedicated leaders from the College of Central Florida (CF): Sonya Warden and Rory Wells. CF is much more than just a local college; it is a vital engine for growth in Marion, Citrus, and Levy counties. Our speakers shared how […]

We were honored to host a highly insightful presentation this past Wednesday, November 19, 2025, featuring George Schmalstig, President and CEO of United Way of Citrus County! George shared the impactful work UWCC is doing to strengthen our community. United Way of Citrus County’s mission is “To improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of […]