Lion Brian lives north of McClusky with his wife who manages a ranch in addition to being editor of the McClusky Gazette and McLean County Journal newspapers. They have 12 children, 23 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

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Lion John was introduced to the Fargo Lions and Lionism by Lion Bruce Furness in 1984. He served as Tailtwister in 1985, moving on to the Board and then into the chairs, serving as President in 1989-90. He served as Zone Chair in 1994-95, as well as chair of a variety of committees over the years.

Rejoining the 5NE Cabinet in July, 2004, he served as Retention Chair and then Leadership Chair. He was elected Vice District Governor Elect in October, 2005 and currently serves as Dist 5NE District Governor. He cites PDG Lyle Swor as his Lions role model. "Lyle is ever involved and is the embodiment of our motto, "We Serve"!

They have four grandchildren, ages 20, 14, 10 and 3 with another on the way! For complete bio please go to MD5 Council of Governors Bio's

Jan Froemming was born and raised at McClusky, N.Dak. on a farm, went to country school all 8 grades. Went to McClusky High School and graduated in 1959. Lived in Tacoma Washington from 1961 to 1969. Moved to Bismarck N.Dak. in 1970, Worked as a ward clerk and switchboard operator for 20 yrs. Moved to Elgin,N.Dak. in 1992 and married Dale Froemming.

Joined Lions in Sept. 1992 been very active. Been to 12 State Conventions and 5 MD5 Conventions.

Jan & Dale run Dale's Bait Shop for 11 yrs. and now retired. Have 2 grown children, 4 grand children and 1 great grand child. For complete bio please go to MD5 Council of Governors Bio's