Announcements
A Gathering of Remembrance & Celebration of Life
Please join us for a special gathering as we remember and celebrate the remarkable life of Raymond Plue.
October 25, 2026
Announcements
Remembering Past District Governor Raymond E. Plue, December 4, 1944 – October 10, 2026
With deep sadness, Rotary District 6080 mourns the passing of Past District Governor Raymond E. Plue, a devoted Rotarian, generous supporter of The Rotary Foundation, and my dear friend and mentor.
October 12, 2026
Announcements
Rotary Clubs of Springfield to Receive 2026 Toast to Tourism Impact Award
The Rotary Clubs of Springfield have been selected to receive the 2026 Toast to Tourism Impact Award for their work on Birthplace Plaza. The project celebrates Springfield’s unique connection to the birth of Route 66 while demonstrating how Rotary collaboration, tourism, and community investment can help build local economies.
August 26, 2026
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Celebrating the Route 66 Centennial Through Public Art
Springfield’s five Rotary Clubs have united through a District Simplified Grant to support a major public art installation celebrating the Route 66 Centennial at Birthplace Plaza. The project, created in partnership with Sculpture Walk Springfield and internationally recognized artist Juan Garaizabal, reflects Rotary’s commitment to Community Economic Development by strengthening local cultural and economic vitality. This initiative highlights how collaborative Rotary efforts can preserve regional heritage while enriching the experience of residents and visitors alike.
November 26, 2025
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July 2024 District 6080 Newsletter
It’s the start of a new Rotary year! I am honored to serve as the District 6080 Governor for Rotary Year 2024-25. I hope to visit with all of you as I speak to each of your clubs. My role and that of the district leadership is to help the clubs, so call on us. The Rotary Clubs are where The Magic of Rotary happens, not at the District. The leadership can, however, answer questions, provide help and point you to Rotary resources that help your club perform its service projects and reach its goals.
July 1, 2024
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June 2024 District 6080 Newsletter
This Rotary year is nearly over, and I am humbled to have had the privilege and honor of serving as Rotary District 6080 s District Governor 2023-24.
May 31, 2024
Announcements
Seeking District Governor Designate Nominations
Rotary District 6080 is now seeking nominations for the next District Governor Nominee Designate (DGND) for 2027-2028. Please use the form available for download below to submit your nominations to PDG Joan Kramer via e-mail at [email protected]. Qualifications of a Governor-nominee. Unless excused by the board, the person selected as a Governor-nominee shall at the
May 14, 2024
Announcements
Rotary District 6080 Helps Collect
Rotary Clubs across Missouri collected more than 43,000 pairs of new shoes, over 14,000 pairs of socks, and more than $56,000 for vulnerable children served by Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls®.
April 26, 2024
Announcements
Rotary Work Day Scheduled at Wonderland Camp
Rotary Work Day at Wonderland Camp will be Saturday, April 13. Coffee will be available at 8 a.m. and work will be done between 9 a.m. and about 2 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Wonderland Camp has given children, teenagers and adults with disabilities the opportunity to go to camp for over 50 years. All
March 30, 2024
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February 2024 District 6080 Newsletter
February is Rotary’s Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention Month, and District 6080 is well represented with about one quarter of our clubs that have chosen to be Peacebuilder Clubs!
February 3, 2024