By Paige Gurgainers

Monday evening, Sept. 9, the Young Women’s Service Club (YWSC) of Minden gathered at the newly renovated Fuller House for their annual Induction Ceremony.

Old members welcomed new faces divulging in refreshments and fellowship before the official ceremony began. Past-President Cayla Cox shared with the group her experiences during her six-year tenure in the club and introduced the new board. 

New board members include Jessica Haymom (President), Jennifer Williams (Vice-President), Tiffany Silvis (Secretary), Paige Gurgainers (Reporter), Melody Shelley (Treasurer), and Brandi Cade (Outreach).  “We also welcomed nine new members to our group this year,” said President Jessica Haymon.

New members include Yashika Jefferson, Meghan Foster, Kelsey Baker, Lyndie Procell, Chelsea Green, Carolyn Havard, Marissa Stevens, Brianna Lewis and Sarah McCann McNeil.

Haymon continued, “It was truly empowering to be surrounded by like-minded women united in our mission to serve and uplift our community.”

The YWSC is currently preparing for the Little Miss and Miss Minden pageant set to take place on January 18, 2025 at Minden High School. More information will be made available soon.