Floyd Rotary

08/23/2026

Service is at the heart of Rotary, and Floyd County Rotarians regularly put that mission into action throughout our community.

Our service includes signature annual events such as the Chili Cookoff, which raises funds for local first responders, and the annual Floyd Empty Bowls fundraiser, benefiting Floyd Backpack, a program of New River Community Action. We also lend a hand to other community organizations and causes, including Plenty!, the Blue Ridge Parkway and The June Bug Center. During the school year, following our weekly meetings, Rotarians head over to help bag food for the Backpack Program.

This past weekend, Floyd County Rotarians continued that tradition of service by volunteering at Floyd Center for the Arts' award winning, annual Floyd Living Traditions Festival.
Pictured are Floyd Rotarians Karin Grosshans and Nancy Bell. Paula Feather, not pictured, also volunteered at the festival.

08/23/2026

Abby Whitt, Editor of Floyd Times, was our featured speaker at last week's Rotary meeting.

Abby shared the history and mission of the Floyd Times and talked about its role in providing local news and information to the Floyd community. She also discussed the new free monthly print edition, which supplements the original online newspaper. The August edition is available now at select locations throughout the county. Abby also shared the variety of content available to readers and ways the community can support the Floyd Times and local journalism.

Thank you, Abby!

From left to right: Linda Millsaps, Floyd Rotary Co-president, Abby Whitt, John McEnhill, Floyd Rotary Co-president

08/18/2026

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08/13/2026

Additional Floyd Rotary members - Duane McIntyre and Gary Stone - were recently recognized with their Multiple Paul Harris Fellow pins. The blue sapphire stone on their pins reflects reaching the PHF+1 level, marking their second major milestone of cumulative support to the Rotary Foundation. These steady contributions over time are the lifeblood of Rotary's global initiatives, helping to eradicate polio, provide clean water, support education, and fostering world peace. Congratulations!

First photo: Duane McIntyre; Second Photo: Gary Stone. Club Co-Presidents, Linda Millsaps and John McEnhill pictured with both recipients.

08/13/2026

At our last meeting in July, Floyd Initiative for Safe Housing • FISH representatives, Susan Icove (co-founder) and Schulyer Mills (Repairs Coordinator) came to discuss a project that our club is supporting with club funds matched by a Rotary International grant along with providing hands on support. We plan to help FISH complete this project in September.

Left to right: Floyd Rotary Co-president, Linda Millsaps; Susan Icove, Schulyer Mills, and John McEnhill (Floyd Rotary Co-president)

07/16/2026

Congratulations to two Floyd Rotarians who were recognized at yesterday's meeting with Paul Harris Fellow pins in recognition of their generous support of the Rotary International Foundation.

Rick Parrish received a Paul Harris Fellow pin with one sapphire, signifying his second Paul Harris Fellow recognition. Karin Grosshans received a Paul Harris Fellow pin with two sapphires, signifying her third Paul Harris Fellow recognition.

The Rotary International Foundation supports humanitarian projects, peacebuilding efforts, education, disease prevention, clean water initiatives, and other service projects around the world and in local communities.

Congratulations, Rick and Karin, on this well-deserved recognition!

**Pictured from left to right:** Dr. Linda Millsaps, Co-President; Rick Parrish; Karin Grosshans; John McEnhill, Co-President.

06/29/2026

Last week, Floyd Rotarians and guests gathered for a social and club officers installation. For the upcoming Rotary year starting July 1st, the club officers will be (as pictured left to right in first photo) Laura Pynn, Secretary; John McEnhill, Co-president; Dr. Linda Millsaps, Co-president; and Jeanne Martin, Treasurer. Area 9 Asst Governor for District 7570, Mike Jones, is on the far right.

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

Last week, the Rotary Club of Floyd County welcomed new Floyd Rotary member, Jack Wall, as our guest speaker. Jack is the co-founder of Wall Residences, which he established with his wife, Kamala Bauers, in 1995 to provide supportive residential services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Jack shared the story behind the creation and growth of Wall Residences, discussed the ongoing need for quality housing and support services, and explained the person-centered approach the organization uses to help residents live as independently as possible while receiving the assistance they need with daily living activities.

He also spoke about the importance of creating safe, stable, and supportive home environments where residents can build meaningful relationships, participate in their communities, and enjoy a high quality of life.

We appreciate Jack taking the time to share the important work being done by Wall Residences and the positive impact it has on the lives of residents and their families.

To learn more about Wall Residences, visit www.wallresidences.com.

Jack is pictured with Kelly Weeks, Floyd Rotary President

06/18/2026

Floyd Rotary's Dog Show raised $561 toward a future dog park in Floyd County! While there are currently no plans in place for a dog park, these funds will help build a foundation should the community decide to pursue one in the future.

Thank you to everyone who entered their dogs, attended as spectators, volunteered, and helped make the event a success. We enjoyed seeing so many wonderful dogs and their owners come together for a fun afternoon.

The dog show results are included in this post. Congratulations to all of our participants and winners!