County Republican Women's Club celebrates 85 years

FLEMING - Since 1923, the Cayuga County Women's Republican Club has been doing much more than making a political statement, it has been taking an active role in the improvement of community.

"Our purpose is to support and encourage Republican women to run for public offices," said club program chairperson Sue Dwyer, who also serves as the Cayuga County Clerk. "To support endorsed Republican candidates, and most importantly to make our community a better place to live."

The women celebrated the club's 85th anniversary during a luncheon held Saturday afternoon at the Springside Inn in Fleming.