Let there be no doubt: Gary Molberg loves his job and he loves Amarilo. And that's as it should be, given that for the past 13 years he has served as president of the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce. Gary touted the city's teamwork and its willingness to pull together as a reason why Amarillo has avoided much of the recent economic tumult. Gary pointed out that the chamber does not live on members' dues alone, that it relies heavily on "non-member events" to help pay the bills. He cited the success of such events as the annual Chamber BBQ, the chamber's golf tournament (which could be largest single-day golf tournament in Texas) and the Summer Fiesta. Gary said he could talk a long time about Amarillo, but time didn't allow him to do so. But thanks for the positive report, Gary, about Amarillo. Keep up the great work on the city's behalf.

President Jake Richards got to perform the most pleasant task possible when he welcome two new members to the Rotary Club of Amarillo. One new member isn't so new: He is former Club President-elect Bill Archinal, who has moved back to Amarillo after being away for a few years in San Antonio. Bill -- who sold his home health care business -- is now working in oil and gas investments for Rushing Oil & Gas Investments, which coincides with Bill's classification. Pam Rushing introduced Bill to the club. Welcome back, Bill. And President Richards introduced Bernard Johnson, executive director at Catholic Family Services, as a new member. Bernard has served as CFS boss for the past three years. He speaks several languages, including Chinese, Portugese, Spanish and French. Welcome to the club, Bernard.

Moving day is coming up for the Rotary Club of Amarillo office. It falls on Monday, Aug. 23. Gina Rodriguez is moving the office from 2200 W. Seventh, to 301 S. Polk in downtown Amarillo. "We need a pickup and four strong guys. Any volunteers?" Gina asks. The move begins around 9 a.m. on Aug. 23. Gina is quite excited about the move, as it puts the Rotary office into a nicer location downtown.

Our Rotary Hold Up concludes this coming week. It's been a great run this year. We've spread a little Panhandle cheer to visitors from the UK, as well as the four corners of the United States of America. Thanks to all the Rotary Club hosts who signed up to show our visitors  great time. Let's do it again next year!

Two more great programs are on tap: Mayor Debra McCartt is speaking to us on Aug. 19; U.S. Rep. Mac Thornberry is here the following Thursday. Be sure to attend. And be sure to urge our fellow Rotarians to attend.

Erv Bergen drew the 5 of Hearts. So, the Rotary Foundation pot keeps growing.

Thanks this week go to: Doyle Moore, song leader; Bob Dunstan, invocation; Bob Cowan, introduction of guests and visiting Rotarians; Jeff Neely and Dale Bippus, greeters; John Tyson, ticket sales; and Bob Murray, our program chairman for August.