The Rotary Club of Ankeny was chartered on January 19, 1973 and the Club celebrated with a "50th Anniversary Gala" on January 21st. In recognition of the completion of a year of celebrating, the members and several special guests shared in a special cake during the last meeting of 2023 on December 19th. The special guests included District Governor Dennis Drager, District Governor Elect Dave Cook, District Governor Nominee Norland Hinke and Cindy Hinke, Past District Governor Steve Wieneke and Brenda, and Past District Governor Steve Dakin.
