Members of the Rotary Club of Great Falls gather in front of the Great Falls Grange at the Officers’ Installation Ceremony. Photo by Scott Kelly
The Rotary Club of Great Falls VA held its Officers’ Installation Ceremony on June 19 at the Great Falls Grange and recognized their Citizen of the Year, Tom Tucker, an avid volunteer who dedicates his time to various charities such as Arts of Great Falls, Great Falls Grange Foundation, Lift Me Up, a therapeutic horse riding center in Great Falls, and at Legacy Farms in Loudoun County, which provides job training and opportunities for neurodivergent individuals.
“I must admit that I was caught off guard receiving this recognition,” Tucker said. “It is an honor to take part in giving back to others.”
The club honored IB Barghout as “Rotarian of the Year. Barghout is known for his fun Rotary social experiences, which resulted in increased involvement and stronger friendships. “It has been a lot of fun to be engaged with such a group of dedicated Rotarians in meaningful fellowship and service above self,” Barghout said.
Michael Broyles, the area governor, presided over the oath of office ceremony for the incoming 2025-2026 officers, including Steve Flannery, president, and the selected board members. “We will all be in great hands under Steve’s leadership,” June Kelly, immediate past president, said.