Rotary International

Armstrong Park in Three Rivers has nearly two dozen new trees along its walkways thanks to the efforts of the Three Rivers Rotary Club. Rotary Club member Jared Hoffmaster, who was instrumental in development of Armstrong Park, said the addition positively changes the look of the park. Hoffmaster is vice president of the River Country Sports Commission, a non-profit that …

Jackie Bowen, human resource manager at Kadant Johnson, was recently presented with a Paul Harris recognition by Three Rivers Rotary. A Paul Harris Fellow is recognition for an outstanding commitment to the Rotary Club or to the community. In Bowen’s case, however, it is both. Paul Harris recognition is the highest distinction that a club may bestow on a Rotarian …

A seven-year teacher at Hoppin Elementary was named the recipient of the annual Three Rivers Rotary Club’s “Educator of the Year.” Danielle Bent was announced as the award winner last week. Committee members said Bent’s recognition was based on a number of factors, including her continuous encouragement to respect and be kind to others. As an example, committee members noted …

A nationally known pageant contestant returned to her roots Wednesday. Mekayla Diehl, a 2007 White Pigeon High School alumna, was the guest speaker at the White Pigeon Rotary Club meeting. Diehl, an Elkhart resident, represented Indiana in last June’s Miss USA Pageant. She placed in the top 20. With high school students from the White Pigeon Rotary’s Interact Club present, …