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District 5M8 Begins the 2026–2027 Lions Year
District Governor Diann Bellmont welcomes Lions into the new Lions year, reflects on attending the Global 1.5 Summit, shares priorities for the district, and encourages every club to continue expanding service throughout District 5M8.
Read District 5M8 Begins the 2026–2027 Lions YearDistrict 5M8 Seeking Zone Chairpersons
District 5M8 is seeking Lions interested in serving as Zone Chairpersons for Zones 5 and 6 to help strengthen communication and support local clubs.
Read District 5M8 Seeking Zone ChairpersonsDistrict Leaders Attend Global Membership Summit in Atlanta
District 5M8 leadership joined Lions from around the world at the Global Membership Summit in Atlanta to collaborate, share ideas, and prepare for the upcoming Lions year.
Read District Leaders Attend Global Membership Summit in AtlantaNew Leadership Joins the Minnesota Lions Hearing Foundation
Lion Bev Dolezal and Lion Sheila Worm begin serving on the District 5M8 Hearing Foundation Board as new leadership transitions into place.
Read New Leadership Joins the Minnesota Lions Hearing FoundationMike Appel Honored for Service to the Hearing Foundation
PDG Mike Appel was recognized for six years of dedicated service to the Minnesota Lions Hearing Foundation, receiving both the Bob Harms Award and Hearing Research Fellow recognition.
Read Mike Appel Honored for Service to the Hearing FoundationNew Mobile Hearing Clinic Expands Community Outreach
The Minnesota Lions Hearing Foundation introduced its new accessible CATSS Mobile Hearing Clinic during the annual DFeet Walk, expanding hearing services across Minnesota communities.
Read New Mobile Hearing Clinic Expands Community OutreachSandstone Lions Award Wayne Oak Living Tribute Scholarship
The Sandstone Lions Club awarded the Wayne Oak Living Tribute Scholarship to Theodore Shervheim, continuing a tradition of supporting local students.
Read Sandstone Lions Award Wayne Oak Living Tribute ScholarshipAvon Lions Celebrate 60 Years of Service
Avon Lions honored three charter members during Spunktacular Days, recognizing sixty years of service to their community.
Read Avon Lions Celebrate 60 Years of ServiceWelcome New Lions Members to District 5M8
District 5M8 welcomes its newest Lions members as they begin their journey of service throughout communities across Central Minnesota.
Read Welcome New Lions Members to District 5M8