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Coming Up 7/17/2026

Mike'l Severe

Johnny Rodgers Career & Technical Scholarship

Mike’l Severe has 30 years experience in TV news, sports and local radio. He first worked in his home state of Louisiana then New Mexico and Omaha as a reporter at different news stations. In radio, he co-hosted “Unsportsmanlike Conduct”, the number one afternoon show in Omaha. He also helped start "The Bottom Line Radio Show" at the Omaha World-Herald and will be hosting “Big Red Wrap Up” for his sixth season. Mike'l's full time job is as executive director of The Jet Award Foundation helping to raise money for scholarships in the trades to Metropolitan Community College. He also hosts "Severe Reaction" on Sunday mornings during football season on 1620 the zone. 
Notice of Board Vacancy and Nomination Request
Due to a recent vacancy, the Omaha West Rotary Club Board of Directors will vote on July 15th to appoint a member to complete a term ending June 2028.
Please submit all nominations to Executive Director Sarah Clark at executivedirector@omahawestrotary.org.
100%ers
Congratulations to our 100%ers recognized last week! 
Dave Greiner - 2 years! Matt McKeever -22 years!
 
 
 
 
 
Upcoming Ways to Serve Others!
#1 Summer Feeding Program at the Salvation Army
Only a few opportunites left to volunteer! REGISTER HERE!
 
#2 Hope Lodge
Next opportunity to volunteer at the Hope Lodge is July 23rd! Click HERE to register!
 
SPEAKER SUGGESTIONS WANTED
We are currently planning the 2026-2027 Speaker line-up and would LOVE your input!
Got a great speaker in mind for our Friday meetings? Share your ideas and help shape our club's weekly lineup! 🎙️✨
The best way to make a difference and keep our club active is to bring fresh, inspiring voices to our Friday podium. Whether it is a local business leader, an inspiring nonprofit director, or a unique storyteller, we want to hear about them. Take 60 seconds to drop your recommendations and let’s make our Friday lunches the highlight of the week! CLICK HERE!
Extension Meeting

NEW EXTENSION MEETING LOCATION FOR THE SUMMER!

Please plan on joining us on Tuesday evening, 7/14 and 7/28 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm for our first Summer Extension Club Meeting. Our summer meeting spot will be:

17110 Davenport St #114, Omaha, NE 68118
 
Come and enjoy Rotary Happy Hour drink specials and appetizers. Bring a friend and join the FUN!
Monthly Meeting Sponsor
Thank you to Tony Denman, Mortgage Professional at Access Bank, for sponsoring the July meetings! 
 
 
This is a perfect opportunity to get your logo and business name out there! 
 
Email Sarah below if you would like to be a meeting sponsor for just $90!
Please email Sarah at executivedirector@omahawestrotary.org if you are interest! 
Speakers
Jul 17, 2026 12:00 PM
The Jet Award Foundation
Jul 24, 2026 12:00 PM
Henry Doorly Zoo
Jul 31, 2026 12:00 PM
Motivational Speaker/Adversity
Aug 07, 2026 12:00 PM
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Upcoming Events
Extension Meeting
Jul. 14, 2026
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Please plan on joining us on Tuesday evening, 7/14 from 5:30 to 7 for our first Summer Extension Club Meeting. Our summer meeting spot will be:
17110 Davenport St #114, Omaha, NE 68118
 
Come and enjoy Rotary Happy Hour drink specials and appetizers. Bring a friend and join the FUN!
Omaha
Ancho & Agave

Board Meeting
Jul. 15, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Charlie's on the Lake

Summer Feeding Program - July 15th
Jul. 15, 2026
5:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
We are serving meals with the Salvation Army beginning on June 3rd and continuing through July 31st on Wednesdays & Fridays! 2 people are needed each Wednesday & Friday beginning June 3rd from 5:45pm - 7:45pm. Meeting place is the Salvation Army Center on Burt.
 
***** If you are signed up and have to cancel and are within 7 days of your shift, you are responsible for replacing yourself******
 

Summer Feeding Program - July 17th
Jul. 17, 2026
5:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
We are serving meals with the Salvation Army beginning on June 3rd and continuing through July 31st on Wednesdays & Fridays! 2 people are needed each Wednesday & Friday beginning June 3rd from 5:45pm - 7:45pm. Meeting place is the Salvation Army Center on Burt.
 
***** If you are signed up and have to cancel and are within 7 days of your shift, you are responsible for replacing yourself******
 

Summer Feeding Program - July 22nd
Jul. 22, 2026
5:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
We are serving meals with the Salvation Army beginning on June 3rd and continuing through July 31st on Wednesdays & Fridays! 2 people are needed each Wednesday & Friday beginning June 3rd from 5:45pm - 7:45pm. Meeting place is the Salvation Army Center on Burt.
 
***** If you are signed up and have to cancel and are within 7 days of your shift, you are responsible for replacing yourself******
 

Hope Lodge - July 23rd
Jul. 23, 2026
4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

We need your help to prepare and serve dinner at the Hope Lodge! 

 

Omaha
Hope Lodge

Summer Feeding Program - July 24th
Jul. 24, 2026
5:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
We are serving meals with the Salvation Army beginning on June 3rd and continuing through July 31st on Wednesdays & Fridays! 2 people are needed each Wednesday & Friday beginning June 3rd from 5:45pm - 7:45pm. Meeting place is the Salvation Army Center on Burt.
 
***** If you are signed up and have to cancel and are within 7 days of your shift, you are responsible for replacing yourself******
 

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Sponsors
Interested in being a sponsor?
Download the website sponsorship guide
Birthdays
Member Birthdays
Brett Wawers
July 6
 
Dylan Yeomans
July 7
 
Stacy Auman
July 7
 
Don Otis
July 23
 
Bradley Hess
July 24
 
John Mlnarik
July 25
 
Emily Mozer
July 27