36th Annual Rotary Breakfast Serves 500 During Azalea Festival

Fredericktown, Mo. (KFMO) - The 36th Annual Rotary Breakfast, a beloved tradition and a key event of the Azalea Festival, was held Saturday morning, drawing a large crowd to support local community efforts.

Jim Thompson, who serves as president of both the Rotary Club and the Azalea Festival board, said around 500 breakfasts were served during the event. Thompson shared that the breakfast is more than just a fundraiser — it’s a way to directly give back to the community.

Thompson added that the Rotary is already looking forward to planning next year’s breakfast, continuing the tradition of service and community spirit.