2012-2013 Moore Republican Women Luncheons
December 2, 2013 Christmas Brunch
The Moore Republican Women's Holiday Brunch was held on December 2, 2013, beginning at 10:00 A.M. at the Pinehurst Members Club. John Rowerdink, Chairman - Republican Party of Moore County addressed the audience regarding Party unity, and Louis Gregory, President of the Moore County Republican Men's Club presented an award to outgoing MRW Club President, Lois Bergstrom. The new MRW officer team, elected at the November luncheon meeting, was formally installed:
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November 3, 2013 MRW Luncheon Meeting
The Moore Republican Women's Club held their November, 2013, luncheon meeting at the Pinehurst Members' Club beginning at 11:30 P.M. The featured speaker was North Carolina Speaker of the House Thom Tillis who commented upon the accomplishments of the first two sessions of the first Republican NC legislative majority in over 140 years. Speaker Tillis then took questions from the audience. Also at this meeting, the Club held elections for new officers. Kay Wildt was elected President, and Marry Ann Manning was elected to be the new Vice President. Meg Lindenberger... 2nd VP - Membership; Dorinda McNamara ... Treasurer; Joan Ward ... Recording Secretary |
September 9, 2013 MRW Luncheon Meeting
The Moore Republican Women's Club held their September luncheon in the new dining room of the Pinehurst Members' Club. Club President, Lois Bergstrom unveiled a new MRW seal in the form of a podium medallion. The seal uses a modified form of an elephant drawn by Pud Kent. The center graphic was designed by Bill Cochrane. The featured speaker was NC Representative Susan Martin of District 8. Linda Jarret also gave a short address on the current administration debacle over Syria. |
May 6, 2013 MRW Luncheon Meeting
The Moore Republican Women's Club held their May luncheon in the St. Andrews room of the Pinehurst Members Club. After several business items and announcements, Marianne Benway gave a moving presentation regarding the Benghazi scandal. The featured speaker was Dallas Woodhouse, NC Director of Americans for Prosperity, who spoke on various legislative initiatives and matters, particularly NC tax reform. |
Video of April 8, 2013 MRW Luncheon
The Moore Republican Women's Club held their monthly meeting in the St. Andrews Room of the Pinehurst Club beginning at 11:30 AM on Monday, April 8, 2013. MRW Chair Lane Bergstrom presided. The featured speaker was outgoing Moore County Sheriff Lane Carter. Also attending was our new Moore County Sheriff, Neil Godfrey. Sheriff Carter will retire effective May 1, and Sheriff Godfrey will be sworn in that same day at the new law enforcement facilities in Carthage.
Sheriff Carter presented some interesting crime and law enforcement statistics for Moore County. He also discussed the unique role and duties of a county sheriff -- as well as his views regarding the Second Amendment in the Bill of Rights to the U.S. Constitution. |
Video of March 3, 2013 Moore Republican Women's Club Meeting
The Moore Republican Women's Club held their March luncheon meeting at the Pinehurst Members Club beginning at noon. The first major item on the agenda was presentation of the Moore Republican Women's grand winner's award in the American Essay Contest to Alexander Lennon. The featured speaker was Pat Corso, Executive Director of the Moore County Partners in Progress organization. Pat is a very influential spokesperson in Moore County. Representatives from our county government and all Moore County municipalities sit on the Partners in Progress Board, as do many prominent businessmen here. Read more.... |
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Video of February 4, 2013 Moore Republican Women's Club Meeting
One year ago, Dr. Aaron Spence assumed the role of Moore County Superintendent of Education. He came to Moore County from the Houston Independent School District where he was Chief High School Officer supervising over 200,000 students in 35 high schools. While he was Houston Superintendent, the drop-out rate decreased, and the graduation rate increased to an historic high. Science and math test scores and the number of students participating in advanced courses also increased dramatically during his tenure. Prior to Houston, Dr. Spence’s worked in Virginia for the both Chesterfield County and Henrico County Public Schools, and he served as an adjunct professor at the University of Virginia. During his seven years as principal of Deep Run High School in Henrico County, he led the school from its opening to the distinction of being named one of America’s Best High Schools by U.S. News & World Report. Dr. Spence received the REB Award for Distinguished Educational Leadership and was selected as an Emerging Leader by the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development – one of only 30 professional educators chosen to participate in the national cohort. |
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She was an underwriter for 14 years with Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company. Martha and her husband, Ed, own and operate Flags Over America, and they have two daughters, Kimberly and Mary.
Other preliminary speakers were Nick Picerno, candidate for re-election to the Moore County Board of Commissioners; Rob Wilkins, candidate for re-election to District 19-B NC District Court; and Don "Skipper" Creed, candidate for re-election to District 19-B NC District Court.
Also, Mary Whitman gave a wonderful and moving opening prayer, which upon request was repeated at the meeting's conclusion. A great event and a convincing prelude to a landslide victory tomorrow!
Other preliminary speakers were Nick Picerno, candidate for re-election to the Moore County Board of Commissioners; Rob Wilkins, candidate for re-election to District 19-B NC District Court; and Don "Skipper" Creed, candidate for re-election to District 19-B NC District Court.
Also, Mary Whitman gave a wonderful and moving opening prayer, which upon request was repeated at the meeting's conclusion. A great event and a convincing prelude to a landslide victory tomorrow!
Video of October 1 Moore Republican Women's Meeting
The Moore Republican Womens Club held their October luncheon at the Pinehurst Members Club on Monday, October 1 beginning at noon. This day's program focused on the judicial races and featured a number of the candidates for judicial office. Unfortunately, some of the candidates who were eagerly anticipated were not able to attend. Foremost among these were Justice Paul Newby, who is running for re-election to his seat on the NC State Supreme Court. Also, David S. Robinson and Marty McGee, who are both running for the NC Court of Appeals were unable to join us. Finally, James P. "Jimmy" Hill was missed. However, the audience heard from the following: Jane Hughes Redding who is running to unseat Judge Rob Wilkins spoke first, followed by Judge Rob Wilkin himself. A major issue hanging over these speakers was the attacks on Judge Wilkins by the Democrat Political Action Committee which is backing Ms. Redding. Judge Wilkins has been heavily endorsed by all law enforcement entities in District 19B, by all major elected officials from this area, and by all local conservative organizations. |
Next came Bobby Elliot McCroskey who is running to unseat Judge Don "Skipper" Creed. He was followed by Judge Creed himself. Again, Judge Creed heavily dominates in endorsements by local officials and conservative organizations.
Chris Dillon, candidate for NC Court of Appeals, spoke last. Mr. Dillon is the endorsed and conservative contender. He is running against Democrat, Thigpen.
Chris Dillon, candidate for NC Court of Appeals, spoke last. Mr. Dillon is the endorsed and conservative contender. He is running against Democrat, Thigpen.
Video of August 6 Moore Republican Women's Meeting
The Moore Republican Women's Club held their August meeting at the Pinehurst Members Club at noon. A number of candidates and elected officials attended. The two main speakers were, first, Debra Goldman, Republican candidate for NC State Auditor, gave a great campaign speech. After lunch was served and enjoyed by the crowd, the current NC Commissioner of Labor, Cherie K. Berry, gave a rousing speech on the current direction of government and the need for change. Cherie is running for re-election this fall. |
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