Episode 129. Community Health Fairs in Dyersburg TN featuring Victor McLin, Director Bruce Community Center

Raising Kellan

Welcome to the latest episode of Raising Kellan, where host Marsh Naidoo chats with Victor Mclin, the dynamic director of Bruce Community Center in Dyersburg, Tennessee.

As we wrap up 2024 and look forward to a promising new year, Marsh and Victor discuss the upcoming community health screenings scheduled for January 4th at Future City Rec Center and January 25th at Bruce Community Center. These events, held from 1 to 3 PM, will feature essential health services provided by Lions Club International, Dyersburg State Community College, TCAT, and the local health department.

Victor Mclin, who also serves as a pastor and Dyer County Commissioner, shares insights into his extensive experience with community programs, emphasizing the importance of family structure and community engagement. From senior exercise sessions to youth basketball leagues, after-school programs, and a rich summer schedule, the Bruce Community Center offers a variety of activities designed to foster a sense of belonging and community spirit.

Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the center's role in preserving local history, with its recent designation as a historical site, and the Bruce Museum, which chronicles the legacy of one of the historically black schools in the area. Victor passionately discusses the value of reconnecting with family roots and how these efforts contribute to a stronger community fabric.

Join Marsh and Victor as they explore ways to strengthen community ties and prepare for a healthier future. Don't miss the opportunity to participate in the community health fairs and take advantage of the vital screenings and resources available.

00:00 Two community health screenings in January

01:36 Victor Mclin is the director of Bruce Community Center in Tennessee

06:37 Family structure

For further details on the health screenings and community programs, email [e-mail]. us. We look forward to seeing you there and to a positive start to the new year!