Josh Court, MSW, MBA, is the Director of Behavioral Health Services at Emplify Health by Gundersen, where he oversees behavioral health operations across three states, 33 locations, and nearly 300 employees. With more than 25 years of experience in behavioral health, Josh has led services spanning inpatient psychiatry, crisis stabilization, integrated behavioral health, residential treatment, and outpatient care. Since 2019, his teams have increased behavioral health programs and have increased behavioral health clinicians by more than 30% while significantly expanding access to care across the region.
Josh recently led the development of Wisconsin’s first EmPATH (Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment, and Healing) unit and was named the recipient of the 2026 National EmPATH Impact Award for innovation and leadership in psychiatric emergency care.
Valley View Rotary Club - Rotarian of the Year 2025-2026
Amy has been involved in so much and sets an example as a leader in our Club.
Active & vocal Board member
Multiple District Vibrant Club Workshops
Mobile Meals
Open World Media Coordinator 2025
Public Image Committee (ongoing social media posting)
Vocational Service Committee
Northside Elementary Events (e.g., 2025 Christmas Cookie decorating, 2026 Family Night & Field Day)
Rotary Lights
Hunger Taskforce Collection volunteer
Moon Tunes
Riverfest event volunteer and event takedown
Rotary Christmas Party (created centerpieces and games last 3 years)
Silent Auction for Bricks for Babies Golf Tournament
Organized Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign for VVR (ringing bells at several locations the week before Christmas)
Three receive Paul Harris Awards: Nuttall, Dunnum, Jaekel
Three Rotarians were recognized at the May 27 meeting for accomplishments and service, and for living up to Rotary’s “Service Above Self” motto. Those earning Paul Harris awards included:
Bruce Nuttall
Bruce attended Western Technical College before starting to work in the welding industry.
After college, Bruce worked at Randall-Graw Company before heading to Mississippi Welders Supply in 1986, where he was involved with many facets of the business. During his 37- year tenure there, he was in charge and managed several new divisions, including fire services, industrial vending, beverage bases and automation.
After retiring in 2022, Bruce became more involved in Valley View Rotary, which he joined in 2019. Along with being the principal owner of Red Dragon Studio where he designs and builds metal arts and sculptures, he’s been very involved in the club, including service as the 2025-26 president. Bruce earned his first Paul Harris Fellowship.
Kate Dunnum
Kate was born and raised in the Minneapolis suburb of St. Louis Park. She graduated from Benilde-St. Margaret’s High School in 1988 before heading to UW-Eau Claire, graduating there in 1992. Kate came to La Crosse for a sales position at WXOW-TV. Since leaving that position 25 years ago, Kate has worked with volunteers, first as a campaign director for Great Rivers United Way, and eventually in Volunteer Services at Mayo Clinic Health System.
Kate joined Valley View Rotary Club in 2002 and served as president in 2005-06. She has led Valley View’s Club Service efforts and is the person who is always leading efforts to send cheery messages and cards to members through the Sunshine Committee.
For her many community efforts, Kate was named 2024 Mrs. Oktoberfest. She received her Paul Harris +1.
Ed Jaekel
Ed, an Aquinas High School graduate, completed college at UW-La Crosse in 1992, and then worked at Wipfli in Marshfield before returning to La Crosse. He was a partner at Gillette and Associates before becoming a partner designate at Hawkins and Ash. In 2002 he became a managing partner of JRM CPAs in Onalaska, which specializes in small to mid-sized accounting and income tax services.
Along with serving as our club’s president in 2000, Ed has been active in numerous club fundraisers and budgeting matters. He is a vital link to the financial handlings for Moon Tunes. His other civic volunteering has included the United Way and the La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce. Ed received his Paul Harris +8.
The Confluence Band 2026
Opening Moon Tunes 15th Anniversary
Thursday, June 4 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
moon tunes VOLUNTEER sign-up
“Many hands make light work”…and it's FUN!!
There is a link below but you can also get there by logging into Clubrunner and then click on “Volunteers” (under Events & Volunteering) and then click on the dates you want and sign - up.
E-Bike Raffle Winner Announced at Moon Tunes on Thurs., June 4
ATTENTION: June 10 remote meeting location
Mississippi Valley Archeological Center on UWL Campus
See notes below and map for parking instructions
(directly north of Cartwright)
I have attached a map of the UWL campus, which shows the Archaeology Center & Laboratories as #11 in the bottom right corner. There is no immediate parking adjacent to the building. Most of the college students have left for the summer, so there is free 1-hour parking along Campbell Road and additional 2-hour free parking along Vine Street. Parking would also be available in lots C-1, C-2, and C-9, although your members would have to download and pay for parking through a parking app.
AVENUES OF SERVICE DINNER
The 2026 Rotary Avenues of Service Dinner is a major event for local Rotary Clubs. Amy Bettis has already been named Valley View Rotary Club's Rotarian of the Year and will receive an award at the August 12, Avenues of Service Dinner.
Lets nominate some Valley View Rotary Club members. There are many other awards that our club members can be nominated for. Community Service, Club Service, International Service, Vocational Service, New Generations, Rising Start and Lifetime Achievement. There is also a new award for Interact Projects. The deadline for nominations is July 1. Use this link to find information on the awards and nomination forms: https://rotarycluboflacrosse.org/sitepage/avenues-of-service-dinner
Our annual Riverfest fencing take down project is coming in early July. It is a time to do some fun manual labor with your fellow Rotarians. Friends and family are welcome to come help. A sign-up sheet will be circulated at upcoming meetings. If you have any questions, please call or text Mike Herro @ 608 780 1217 THANKS!!
Sunday, July 5th, 2026… 7am – 9:30 am. (arrive when you can).
Bring: Gloves, wire cutter, plastic bag for old zip ties, old clothes
We will need one or two trailers to haul the fencing and posts.
To learn more about the Lawn Social. How to attend, donate or support scouting scan this QR code.
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Rotary Works Foundation
The Rotary Works Foundation was founded in 1982 with the purpose of awarding grants for local and international activities. Through generous gifts from area Rotary Clubs (including VVR) and others, the Foundation makes a difference in the quality of life in our area and the world.
2025/2026 Grantees:
March 2026
La Crosse Medical Health Science Consortium - Creating Connections program (with Alda Center)
February 2026
La Crosse - Bantry Friendship Association - Jack & Kathy Lucey --Family Alzheimers Fund - robotic therapy dogs
River City Running Club - La Crosse Youth Track Club
Immanuel Lutheran Church, Caledonia - Summer Eats Program
Holmen Area Community Center - Tables
Caledonia School District - 7th Grade Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center trip
Join us on Zoom if unable to meet with us in person.
https://laxymca-org.zoom.us/j/81822994924?pwd=ZzlVeHZoOUdXeGZwSkx
Password 469027
Check the schedule as holidays, social events or off-site meetings can alter our regular meeting time or place.
