Dwight Miller

Like people, every building has a history. On October 10, as part of the E250 Committee’s Fall Festival activities, the new Exeter Historic Walk will be dedicated. This one-mile walking tour will begin at City Park and share stories and secrets about Exeter’s historic buildings and landmarks. The route will travel north on E Street and east on Pine Street to CACHE, loop around Joyner Park to D Street, and then return to City Park. More than 20 points of interest will be featured, with their...

Volunteerism has been one of the defining characteristics of Exeter throughout its 136-year history. It is a major reason this community remains such a special place to live. Today, organizations such as the Lions Club, Kiwanis Club, American Legion, Pink Ladies, Mural Committee, Garden Club, Women’s Club, Helping One Woman, MomCo, Eagles, Dorksmen, Rocky Hill Triathlon Club, scouting organizations, and numerous youth groups contribute thousands of volunteer hours each year. Beyond these...

Kiwanis International began in 1915 when a small group of businessmen in Detroit, Michigan, formed the organization. It quickly expanded into other states. The name “Kiwanis” was derived from a Native American phrase believed to mean “We Build.” By 1923, Kiwanis clubs had spread across the nation. The organization’s purpose has always centered on serving the youth of local communities. Its defining statement reads: “Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the...