McComb Lions Club Recognizes Citizen of the Year

McCOMB — The McComb Lions Club has honored local resident Rita Newcomer as its 2026 Citizen of the Year. A retired teacher, Newcomer dedicated 35 years to the McComb Local Schools. She continues to volunteer at the school during the lunch period and uses this opportunity to stay in contact with the children by providing a listening ear. Newcomer is an active member of the Portage Chapel United Methodist Church, where she continues to serve others by heading a food packing program for families needing assistance. She has been active with the program by securing the needed items and working with the local school to distribute the food bags. She has also organized several food distribution activities with other local churches. She has been active with the McComb Cookie Festival, where she coordinates volunteers during the community event in recent years. Newcomer has also volunteered at the McComb Public Library by shelving books and assisting where needed. In her free time, she enjoys visiting her family and attending her grandchildren's activities. The club has been honoring individuals who have contributed to the Village of McComb and/or the McComb Public School System since 1974.