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WHAT IS ROTARY? Rotary is a worldwide organization of men and women who are business and professional leaders.

Rotary provides humanitarian services, encourages high ethical standards in all vocations, and helps build goodwill and peace in the world.

10/16/2026

💙 SOMC Expands Healthcare Services in Ironton! 💙

The Ironton Rotary Club 3680 was pleased to welcome a team from Southern Ohio Medical Center (SOMC) to our regular Wednesday Rotary meeting to learn more about the exciting healthcare services now available in our community.

The SOMC team gave Rotary members an informative look at the new SOMC Ironton Pharmacy and Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation location, including the many ways these services can make healthcare more convenient and accessible for local residents.

💊 One of the highlights of the presentation was a demonstration of SOMC’s medication management packaging. Rotary members were able to see firsthand how medications can be organized and packaged to help patients take the right medications at the right time—an especially valuable service for individuals managing multiple prescriptions.

The team also discussed SOMC’s expanded physical therapy and rehabilitation services, designed to help patients recover from injury, surgery and illness while improving strength, mobility and overall function—right here in Ironton.

The presentation was both useful and encouraging to Rotary members, giving us a better understanding of the resources available to our friends, families and neighbors. It was also a wonderful example of how local organizations working together can strengthen our community.

🏥 SOMC’s Ironton services include:
• Pharmacy services and prescription management
• Medication management and convenient packaging
• Prescription refills and transfers
• Immunizations and vaccines
• Medication therapy support
• Physical therapy and rehabilitation
• Recovery and mobility services
• Convenient access to healthcare services close to home

Rotary is proud to celebrate organizations that invest in the health, well-being and future of our community.

A big THANK YOU to the SOMC team for joining us, sharing their expertise and demonstrating how these new services can make a meaningful difference for the people of Ironton and surrounding communities!

💙 Service Above Self means supporting a healthier, stronger community.

10/05/2026

🔹 Ironton Rotary Member Spotlight 🔹

Today, we’re proud to shine the spotlight on one of our longtime members and a true example of what it means to Live Rotary. Mark Compston is a terrific example of a Rotarian. Beyond his professional career as a financial advisor, he is also an active member of our Rotary Gun Club and, perhaps most importantly, a proud grandfather.

Please hear from Mark in his own words:

"I am extremely proud to be a member of the oldest and largest service organization inthe world, Rotary International.

After serving in the U.S. Army for over a dec"ade and stationed at various locations around the world and the United States, I moved home because of a family illness. As a young businessman I was encouraged to join the local
Rotary club because it would be good for my business, which, it actually has been. I was sponsored by longtime member, Ray “Doc” Payne. For the first few years I wasn’t really a Rotarian, I was simply a member of the Rotary Club, showing up at barely more meetings than I missed and helping with some of the projects.

In 1999 I was asked to be club president. I accepted and became the president-elect in 2000, to serve as president beginning in July 2001. I decided that if I were to be president, I needed to be more active and involved. I committed to not miss a meeting while president-elect and
then also as president. This simple decision changed my entire outlook about Rotary. As I focused on attendance, I also truly became a Rotarian. I became active in many of the projects, such as the Halloween Parade, the annual Pancake Breakfast, the yearly Rose Sales, and many others. By attending all the meetings, I also learned a lot more about this wonderful community that I grew up in through the tremendous speakers I experienced. My support for RI and the Ironton club grew. I stayed on the board of directors in various capacities and currently am the editor of the Iron Wheel newsletter,
which I took over years ago from long time Rotarian, secretary, and treasurer, Kenny Hughes.

I am also proud that I have maintained my focus on attendance. I am now working on my 27 th year of perfect attendance. In maintaining my attendance, I have had the wonderful requirement of doing make up meetings at various Rotary clubs, both in the Tri-State and other areas, especially in and around Orlando, Florida where my daughter and son-in-law live. I’ve had fun getting to meet Rotarians from around the world and immediately feel welcome and a common bond in the Ideals of Rotary, no
matter what Club I show up at. Attending other clubs has allowed me to bring ideas back to Ironton and to share ideas, occasionally, with those clubs. I am proud and blessed to be a part of the Rotary Club of Ironton and Rotary International, organizations that have made and continue to make an impact on the world for over a century. Carrying on the legacy of those that have gone before me I have been able to do my small part to improve the world, from right here in this small community in Appalachia."

We are grateful for his decades of service to Ironton Rotary, our community, and Rotary International. His dedication demonstrates how one person can make a lasting impact, right here in our small Appalachian community. ❤️💙

Thank you for your service, your friendship, and 27 years of showing up for Rotary!

09/29/2026

🍪💙 Ironton Rotary Gives Back to Community Hospice! 💙🍪

Ironton Rotary is proud to support Community Hospice in Ironton with a special donation of more than 500 individually wrapped snacks for patients, families, and staff.

Small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to provide a little comfort and encouragement to those receiving care and to the dedicated team who serves them every day.

Thank you to Community Hospice for the compassionate care you provide throughout our community. Ironton Rotary is honored to partner with you in making a difference! ❤️

Service Above Self.

09/28/2026

Members of Ironton Rotary recently had the opportunity to visit the Lawrence -Scioto Solid Waste Authority and learn more about the important work being done to protect our community and environment.

One of the most fascinating parts of our visit was learning about the Authority’s specialty boat used to remove discarded tires from the Ohio River. Seeing firsthand the equipment and effort required to remove waste from our waterways was a powerful reminder that protecting our environment takes both community commitment and dedicated local resources. Rotary encourages everyone to be mindful of their tire disposal. 🚤🌊

We also learned more about the importance of recycling, responsible waste disposal, and keeping Lawrence County clean. These efforts help protect our rivers and natural resources while making our communities healthier and stronger.

Rotary is proud to support organizations that are working every day to make a lasting difference in Lawrence County. We encourage everyone to do their part—reduce, reuse, recycle, and dispose of waste responsibly! ♻️

Service Above Self means taking care of the community we call home.

09/22/2026

Every once in a blue moon (pie) you get to put service above self in a meaningful way. Ironton Rotary has been collecting single serve snacks to gift to Ironton hospice for families experiencing end of life care. Join us in putting service above self by caring for the most vulnerable.

09/10/2026

📚 September is Literacy Month in Rotary!

At our recent Ironton Rotary meeting, we were grateful to hear from the Assistant Director of the Ironton City Mission Church, James Cremeans, about the Mission's ongoing work in our community. The City Welfare Mission began on October 8, 1944 in a converted saloon located at 212 Lawrence Street Ironton, Ohio. The Church and the Mission are joined in a shared vision and while the City Mission has closed its shelter, its commitment to helping individuals and families in need continues. Their presentation reminded us that serving our community can take many forms—and that there is always more we can do to help our neighbors. Many of the Mission's most vulnerable need tangible support and skill-building education which includes literacy as they transition from unhoused situations into more full civic participation.

It is for these reasons, and many more, that Ironton Rotary is proud to support the City Mission Church each year with a donation toward their holiday expenses, helping bring a little extra hope and joy to local families during the holiday season. ❤️

http://www.citymissionchurch.org/

Literacy, compassion, education, and service all help build a stronger community. We're proud to be part of that work!

08/31/2026

Rotarian Spotlight!

The would like to introduce you to Rotarian 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐝. Susan is a member of the Ironton Rotary Club, Ironton, OH, a Paul Harris Fellow 3+, and a Past President. Lets hear from Susan in her own words.

I am honored to be a Rotarian. Volunteering for important projects and missions that help the local community as well as internationally is very rewarding.

Beginning my connection with Rotary International in the late 1970’s as a Rotary Ann (Rotarian spouse before women could be members) to 2026 has afforded life enhancing experiences.

Club leadership and fundraising projects to improve the lives of others certainly have given me the opportunity to volunteer and achieve personal and professional goals while putting service above self.

International exchanges through Rotary International student and work exchange programs broadened my family’s perspective of the world and gave purpose of traveling to other countries.

As a member of three different Rotary Clubs since 1990 and having the best opportunity to network has been an invaluable resource for work and personal life. There has always been an interest in distributing dictionaries to area schools, raising funds for Polio eradication, and club member fellowship.

I have considered Rotary Club as the motivation to participate and support others. Aligning one’s life with the organization’s motto: Service Above Self and keeping the club’s 4-way test guiding principles in mind goes a long way for a fulfilling life.

08/26/2026

🌎 Rotary: Meeting Beyond the Usual Four Walls! 🤝

Who says a Rotary meeting has to happen around the same table every week? Sometimes the best way to serve our community is to get out and experience it firsthand! We did so today with speaker Mandy Carte and the The Common Soil Collective.

Our Rotarians are embracing the idea of meeting in unusual places, exploring local organizations, visiting businesses, and learning from the people who make our community special. Each new location gives us an opportunity to discover something new, make meaningful connections, and better understand the needs and opportunities right here at home.

💡 When we change where we meet, we change who we meet.
By expanding our reach, we open the door for potential new members to see Rotary in action and discover how they can be part of something bigger.

Whether we're learning about a local organization, touring a business, supporting a community project, or simply gathering somewhere new, we're reminded that Rotary is about people, connections, service, and learning.

So, don't be surprised if you see us meeting somewhere unexpected! 🚀

New places. New perspectives. New connections. New Rotarians.
That's how we continue to Create Lasting Impact in our community. 💙💛

08/19/2026

🐾❤️ Serving Our Community, One Paw at a Time!

The Ironton Rotary Club enjoyed a special working lunch at the Lawrence County Ohio Animal Shelter where we had the opportunity to give back in a meaningful way with the help of theLawrence County Ohio Humane Society

Our members donated much-needed food, walked dogs, helped with grooming, and spent time socializing and giving some extra love and attention to the animals waiting for their forever homes. 🐶🐱

We’re proud to support the Lawrence County Animal Shelter and the incredible work they do for our community’s furry friends. A little time, a little kindness, and a lot of love can make a big difference!

Service Above Self!❤️💙

08/13/2026

🌟 Celebrating Membership Month with Rotary! 🌟

We had the pleasure of welcoming fellow Huntington, WV Rotarian Harry Faulk to share his story of why he became—and continues to remain—a proud member of the Rotary family. 💙💛

Harry reminded us that Rotary is about so much more than meetings. It’s about friendship, fellowship, service, integrity, and making a difference in the lives of others. His personal reflections gave us a wonderful opportunity to think about what keeps us connected to Rotary and why the values we share continue to matter.

A special part of Harry’s presentation was his emphasis on the Four-Way Test—a simple but powerful guide for how we approach our words, decisions, relationships, and service:

🔹 Is it the TRUTH?
🔹 Is it FAIR to all concerned?
🔹 Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
🔹 Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

The Four-Way Test is more than something recited at the beginning of Rotary meetings. It is a daily reminder of the kind of people we strive to be and the kind of community we want to build. When we put these four questions into practice, we strengthen our relationships, build trust, and make our service even more meaningful.

Thank you, Harry, for sharing your Rotary journey and reminding us why being part of the Rotary family is something worth celebrating—and something worth living every day. ❤️💙💛

Here's to Membership Month, Service Above Self, and putting the Four-Way Test into action!

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PO Box 432
Ironton, OH
45638

Opening Hours

12pm - 1pm

Website

http://www.IrontonRotaryClub.org/

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