RECOGNIZING THE 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LION TAMERS SOCIAL AND CIVIC CLUB

On 2026-06-15, Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL-3) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING THE 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LION TAMERS SOCIAL AND CIVIC CLUB" in the House.

RECOGNIZING THE 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LION TAMERS SOCIAL AND CIVIC CLUB

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 100 (Monday, June 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 100 (Monday, June 15, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E577] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LION TAMERS SOCIAL AND CIVIC CLUB ______ HON. MIKE ROGERS of alabama in the house of representatives Monday, June 15, 2026 Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 80th anniversary of the Lion Tamers Social and Civic Club. The organization was established in 1946 in the City of Opelika. The organization was formed and founded by Charles Black, John T. Carr, Sr., Dr. Frank W. Clark, Hugh Burt, and Clarence McKay. For more than 35 years, the organization has hosted a Family Funday and Gospel Explosion including a Juneteenth celebration and scholarship for deserving students. Mr. Wilbert D. Payne, Jr. serves as the coordinator for this annual event that is hosted at Covington Recreation Center, providing a fun and free experience with refreshments and activities provided to all who attend. Mr. Speaker, please join me in wishing the Lion Tamers Social and Civic Club the best for their upcoming event and a very happy 80th anniversary. ____________________