Steve is a native Kansan, growing up in Salina. Steve graduated from Washburn University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in both Criminal Justice and Political Science in 1985, and then with a law degree in 1988. In 2008 he ran for and was elected as the Johnson County District Attorney. A Johnson County resident since 1991, Steve resides in Lenexa. Steve raised four children who attended Johnson County schools.
District 5710 representing Northeast Kansas and District 6040 representing the rest of Kansas have come together to create multiple fun opportunities for both local and visiting Rotarians to attend meetings, participate in service projects, and connect with fellow Rotarians who share your commitment to Service Above Self. Check out his link for all kinds of opportunities to join in the fun and meet Rotarians from around the country and world. See the EVENT GUIDE here.
Jewish Community Center Maccabi Games Needs Volunteers
August 2-7, 2026
The JCC Maccabi Games® are coming to The J in Kansas City! From Aug. 2-7, 2026, we are proud to host 1,000 Jewish teen athletes from around the globe at the world’s largest Jewish youth sporting event. The event will mobilize members of our community, including 400 host families, thousands of volunteers, and 150 local athletes. The JCC Maccabi Games® is an Olympic-style sporting competition held each summer to contribute to the maintenance and enrichment of Jewish identity in youth and the development of leadership through healthy competition and sportsmanship.
Rotary Club member, Tom Cohen, is part of this event and would love to have the support of fellow Rotarians. Please contact Tom via cell at 913-226-1001 or at Thomas.Cohen@cohencap.org. To learn more or to volunteer please go to this link to start the 2-step registration process:https://jcckcmaccabi.org/volunteers/.
Rotary District 5710 TEAM Seminar
What: Team Seminar is open to all Rotarians at no cost, and Rotarians of twenty years or those who became Rotarians last week will all benefit! This popular annual event provides our new DG, Michele Sink, an opportunity to set the stage for us to “Create Lasting Impact” as we hear from presenters, learn more about Rotary and District 5710, share perspectives and engage in discussions.
When: August 15, 8:30-1:30
Where: Maceli's, 1031 New Hampshire, Lawrence, KS
Special bonus: This event includes a free brunch with Mimosas and Bloody Marys!
Please register here. The deadline for registration is 5 August.
Steve is a native Kansan, growing up in Salina. Steve graduated from Washburn University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in both Criminal Justice and Political Science in 1985, and then with a law degree in 1988. In 2008 he ran for and was elected as the Johnson County District Attorney. A Johnson County resident since 1991, Steve resides in Lenexa. Steve raised four children who attended Johnson County schools.
