September 12, 2025/
Several members of the Casey Rotary Club stopped in at the new location of the Pharmacie Shoppe on Tuesday following their weekly meeting at Richards Farm. Pharmacist Jeff Lakins discussed how pleased they are with the new building and location, noting increased volume from greater visibility. Pictured ( l to r) are Kurt Squires, Tom Daughhetee, Lakins, Sharon Durham, Joyce Shore, Chris Snedeker, and Gary Shore. —photo by Sharon Durham
Casey Rotary Club stopped by the Pharmacie Shoppe
Several members of the Casey Rotary Club stopped in at the new location of the Pharmacie Shoppe on Tuesday following their weekly meeting at Richards Farm. Pharmacist Jeff Lakins discussed how pleased they are with the new building and location, noting increased volume from greater visibility. Pictured ( l to r) are Kurt Squires, Tom Daughhetee, Lakins, Sharon Durham, Joyce Shore, Chris Snedeker, and Gary Shore. —photo by Sharon Durham
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