Kline receives honor…

Van Wert Elks Lodge No. 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks recently honored Trustee Chairman Richard Kline as their “Officer of the Year” for the 2021-2022 lodge year. Kline has been active in promoting the programs of the lodge and has put a lot of time and work into the upkeep of the lodge, as well as his leadership in the trustees. He received a framed certificate from the Grand Lodge, which was signed by the Grand Exalted Ruler (National President) T, Keith Mills. Pictured are 2021-2022 Lodge Exalted Ruler Shane Mills (left) and Kline. Photo submitted