james Russell was recognized by Optimist International and the local Optimist Club for his continuing work with video recordings of club meetings, being the facilitator for two Junior Optimist International&nbsp;(JOI) Clubs and volunteering at fundraisers.&nbsp; Nita Miller, JC Breakfast Optimist&nbsp;Club President, presented the framed certificate on August&nbsp;19 at the Hampton Inn.

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 </figure>By Dr. Ferrill Millerjames Russell was recognized by Optimist International and the local Optimist Club for his continuing work with video recordings of club meetings, being the facilitator for two Junior Optimist International&nbsp;(JOI) Clubs and volunteering at fundraisers.&nbsp; Nita Miller, JC Breakfast Optimist&nbsp;Club President, presented the framed certificate on August&nbsp;19 at the Hampton Inn.

Recognition of An Optimist Club Member