On Thursday, February 5, 2026, President Ted Clemens and Membership Chairman Chad Payne proudly inducted three new members into the Rotary Club of Emmett during the weekly lunch meeting: Will Barry, Rich Gibson, and Craig Woods. Each new member received a Rotary pin, a packet filled with endless opportunities, and a warm handshake to welcome them.
All three individuals are residents of Gem County, working in public service roles:
- Will serves as a deputy in the Gem County Sheriff’s Department.
- Rich is employed in the IT Department for Gem County.
- Craig holds the position of Superintendent for the Emmett School District.
These new members have actively participated in local community projects and have joined a global network of over 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who envision a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change—both globally and within our communities. Addressing real problems requires genuine commitment and vision. For more than 110 years, Rotary's dedicated members have harnessed their passion, energy, and intelligence to implement sustainable projects.
From promoting literacy and peace to enhancing access to water and health, we are consistently working to improve our world. Rotary serves as both an international organization and a local community leader, and the club celebrated the new members with a round of applause. We are eager to witness their personal and professional growth within Rotary.
Join Us!
There is room for more members in the Rotary Club of Emmett! Have you ever considered how you could volunteer and share your skills to support others? Rotarians around the globe are recognized for their time, effort, and financial contributions to create a better world.
The Rotary Club of Emmett not only supports our local community and youth but also assists those in need worldwide. We are known for our community involvement, including supporting youth groups through funds raised at our annual Flip Flops and Flamingos Youth Benefit Dinner and Auction and many other initiatives.
We invite you to attend our meetings and learn more about what we do! Our club is growing, and we want you to be part of that journey. The more members we have, the greater impact we can make in our community and beyond.
Our meetings typically occur on Thursdays at noon at Idaho Pizza on Hwy 52; however, this week, on February 12, 2026, we will meet at the Payette River Regional Technical Academy. For additional information, visit our website at https://www.emmettrotary.org/, like our Facebook page, Rotary Club of Emmett, or call Ted Clemens at 208-365-6625.