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Written by Sherry Mackeil

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On May 3, Brooksville Elks Lodge #2582 held a Derby Day fundraiser for the Harry-Anna Trust Fund, raising $630. 

Members are pictured during the best derby hat contest.  

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Written by Susan Slater

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On March 26, Zephyrhills Elks Lodge #2731 donated $600 from the lodge bingo account to the Zephyrhills Little League to sponsor a team. The Zephyrhills Little League, renowned for its play-centric program, aims to ensure that young people grow up happy, healthy and safe, both on and off the field.

Pictured are Jay Klamer, PER, and David Walters, Zephyrhills Little League Director.

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On April 23, the Zephyrhills Elks Lodge Veterans Committee members attended the Zephyrhills High School JROTC graduation ceremony for seniors. This event marked a milestone for the young cadets, who had dedicated their time and effort to the rigorous training and values of the JROTC program. The program motivates young people to be better citizens by instilling values such as citizenship, service, personal responsibility, a sense of accomplishment and leadership. The Veterans Committee donated $1,500 to the JROTC.

Pictured are Bill Morehouse, Esquire and Antlers Advisor; Ken Fabiani, PER, Veterans Chair; Barbara Conklin, Exalted Ruler; and First Sargeant McCauley from ZHS JROTC.

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On April 21, the Zephyrhills Elks Antlers awarded their president, Emily Mohler, a $2,000 scholarship. This award recognizes her exemplary leadership and dedication to her community. The scholarship, funded by the Antlers account, signifies the organization's commitment to supporting the educational aspirations of its members. Emily Mohler, who has demonstrated remarkable skills and strong leadership throughout her tenure as president, will be attending Florida Southern College.

Pictured are Linnea Fonslet, Antlers secretary; Betty McElroy, Antlers Advisor; Barabara Conklin, Exalted Ruler; Emily Mohler, Antlers president and scholarship recipient; Anne McDonald, Chaplain and Antlers Advisor; and Bill Morehouse, Esquire and Antlers Advisor.

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On March 27, Zephyrhills Lodge presented a check for $500 from the lodge’s bingo account to the Academy of Spectrum Diversity, a private Christian school for children who have developmental disabilities, including high- or low- functioning autism, ADHD or dyslexia.

Lodge members who are bingo staff members look on as the check is presented to Chris Dester, founder, center, by member Kathy Honkala and Karl Finnimore, Exalted Ruler.