JACK LEAMING WINS LIONS AWARD

Jack Leaming, long time member of the Salina Lions Club is the recent recipient of the prestigious D. A. Skeen Fellow Award from the Utah Lions Foundation.  The award is given only to those who have distinguished themselves as Lions and have contributed to the community.  The award is not given every year, but only at times when a particular Lion member is considered worthy.  Jack has been a member of the Salina Lions for more than 38 years.  Jack has been active in community affairs and has served two terms as a city councilman.  As a Lion, Jack has served in every capacity from president to secretary and treasurer.  Jack recently had his 91st birthday and has the energy and drive of a much younger man.  Jack is well deserving of this important award and Salina and the Salina Lions should be justifiably proud of Jack and his accomplishments.

The Salina Lions recently held their annual elections.  The following were elected as officers for the year beginning July 1, 2008:  Bill Anderson, president; Rose Wichael, first vice president; Linda Crane, second vice president; Matt Taylor, third vice president; Phyllis Calton, secretary; Jack Leaming, treasurer; Rex Christensen, assistant treasurer; Terron Crane, Lion tamer and tail twister.  The board of directors consists of JoAnne Christensen, Ty Roberts, Mae Peterson and Ed Calton.

The Salina Lions Club has been an important part of the Salina community and extends a sincere invitation to all who wish to join.  In addition to working on community projects, the Lions are a group that has fun working together for the betterment of our town.  Anyone wanting more information concerning the Lions or joining the Lions can contact any member of the club.

The Salina Lions will be serving breakfast at the Eyes to the Sky Balloon Festival.  The Festival will be held on June 21 and 22 at the North Sevier High School football field and breakfast will be served beginning at the time of launching of the balloons at 6:30 a.m.