The July 8 Rotary meeting addressed three important items. First, Past-President Jesse Taitano passed the president’s gavel to President Louie Bernard. Second, President Bernard thanked Taitano for his service as Rotary past-president by presenting him with a plaque. Third, Rotarian with the Program Jessica Broadway introduced Joe Serwatka who discussed the 2nd Annual 2025 Natchitoches Louisiana Bigfoot Festival for Friday, September 5 and Saturday, September 6, 2025 (Photo by Dr. Ron McBride).