By NATE KING
Salina Post
On this episode of King in the Community, I sat down with April Rickman, president of the Salina Optimist Club, to hear why folks in the Salina community should consider joining the organization.
Optimist Club is an international organization with the goal of developing an optimistic philosophy of life utilizing the tenets of the Optimist Creed: “to promote an active interest in good government and civic affairs; to inspire respect for the law; to promote patriotism and work for international accord and friendship among all people; to aid and encourage the development of youth, in the belief that the giving of one’s self in service to others will advance the well-being of humankind, community life and the world.”
Earlier this month, the club held its Unsung Heroes award ceremony. The event recognizes local area high school students who have overcome a hardship and remain optimistic in light of their struggles. Learn about the banquet and more in this episode of King in the Community.