Women of Council 187 and Council 123 gathered (with social distancing) to make masks for Dr. Claudia Duncan and Med Express of Cross Lanes. Many thanks to Breneda Vance, Vanessa Adkins and Brenda Holley for your volunteer hours.

Greetings to all members of the Jr. Order United American Mechanics
     In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic which has gripped our nation, I as your National Councilor, am hereby suspending all meetings and functions of all Jr. Order Lodges throughout our order. Effective immediately all regular Council meetings will be suspended through April 30th, 2020.  Also any and all planned functions such as dinners, banquets, State Sessions or Conventions are suspended for the same period.  We will continue to monitor the national policies put into play regarding the restrictions on gatherings and inform all members of any further restrictions in the future.
     It is with great sadness I find these steps necessary to help curtail the spread of this terrible virus and insure the well-being of our membership of whom many are in the age bracket most vulnerable to the dire effects if contracting the virus.  I ask all to join me in prayer for any we may know who has been afflicted with this virus.
     I welcome any contact or correspondence from any of our members seeking further information on this or any issues.  My contact address, phone and email are listed above.
                                                                                                            In loving service;​

                                                                                                            Richard A. Beppler
                                                                                                            National Councilor

Brother Charles Riffle, aged 94,  peacefully went to the Lord on January 28, 2020.

Brother Charles had been a Junior since May 7, 1964
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Per his step son, Jim Hardy, Brother Charles had been residing in Veterans Victory House for his last 15 months.
A small graveside service will take place on Feb. 4, 2020 in Shallotte, NC.
Service is being handled by Brunswick Funeral Services of 5229 Ocean Hwy, W , Shallotte, NC 28459

November 14, 2019
The Galloping Gavel, a coveted trophy, is used to promote fellowship and visitation of one council to another. A council may retrieve the Galloping Gavel by visiting the host council with at least four of it;s members.
Five members of Fidelity Council #182 visited Council #123 specifically to retrieve the Galloping Gavel.
#123 Councilor Harry Vance welcomed to fellowship and in a brief ceremony, the Gavel was presented to #182 Councilor Jeannie Dolin.
Let it be known to all Jr. Order Members in West Virginia that the Galloping Gavel is now located at Fidelity Council #182.   CONGRATULATIONS FIDELITY COUNCIL!

St. Albans Council inducts new member Philip Wilfong on October 10, 2019. Philip's history includes Eagle Scout honor, Order of the Arrow Brotherhood, and many other honors, 
Background, left is recent member Cody Washington, Behind the flag is Warden Charlotte Lacy and the induction is being performed by PSC Gary Vance.

The Council will once again host an Appreciation Luncheon for the city's public works employees.
These fine men and women work throughout the year in a job that rarely gets and thanks or recognition for a job well done.
We as Juniors recognize their dedication to our city and it's citizens.
We enjoy this opportunity to provide them a hardy lunch and a big thank you!
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The luncheon will take place at the Lodge Hall on September 11, 2019 serving at 11:00 AM.
On the menu:   
Hot Bologna Sandwiches / Beans and Cornbread / Fried Potatoes and Fried Apple Slices / Vegetable trimmings / Sodas and Water / and a variety of desserts.

August 22, 2019 Anthony Johnson took his obligation to become St. Albans Councils #123's newest member.