[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

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                            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.

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