Author Archive: RVPEditor

Brodhead prom an enchanted evening

Brodhead prom an enchanted evening

Brodhead High School’s Junior Prom, “An Enchanted Evening,” was last Saturday, May 7. Members of the prom court included: Ashley Douglas, Kayla Douglas, Abigail Kirby, Brooke Malcook, Rachel Nagel, Maria Nieto-Meza, Blake Burns, Bryson Ils, Reuben Larson, Layne Millard, Jack Speckman, and Noah Steinmann.

 
 

Cardinals can’t fight off a Palmyra-Eagle comeback

Cardinals can’t fight off a Palmyra-Eagle comeback

  By Derek Hoesly, Correspondent BRODHEAD — The Cardinals were one out from a win, but Palmyra-Eagle came back to shock Brodhead-Juda 5-4 in a Rock Valley south clash last Thursday. The Cardinals jumped on Palmyra-Eagle for two runs in the bottom of the first. Tyler Schwartzlow led off the […]

 
 

Cardinals battle cold in conference meet

By Derek Hoesly, Correspondent EDGERTON — In tough conditions, the Brodhead-Juda track and field teams had a number of strong performances on a frigid, windy day. The girls’ team placed third with 84.50 points, and the boys’ squad took fifth with 59.50 points at the Rock Valley conference meet featuring […]

 
 

Students gain insight through Multi-Cultural Day

Students gain insight through Multi-Cultural Day

BRODHEAD — On Friday, April 29, seventh-grade students at Brodhead Middle School were able to “visit” twelve foreign countries and learn about Native Americans of Canada. Students learned through presentations from those who have traveled the world. Students were encouraged to “dress their best,” and they did not disappoint. Along […]

 
 

Thought-provoking plans presented at DLMRA annual meeting

Thought-provoking plans presented at DLMRA annual meeting

By Michele Benesh, Correspondent BRODHEAD – Thirty-nine members and friends of the Decatur Lake and Mill Race Association (DLMRA) convened at the Bank of Brodhead on Saturday, April 30th for an annual meeting. Attendees enjoyed several presentations of high interest, including an extensive presentation from four engineering students from UW-Platteville […]

 
 

Cardinals find redemption in win over Parkview

  By Derek Hoesly Correspondent PARKVIEW — The Cardinals picked up a 6-0 Rock Valley south victory over rival Parkview behind a complete game gem from Tyler Hoesly last Thursday. Brodhead-Juda went up 4-0 with three runs in the top of the second. Hoesly led off the inning with a […]

 
 

They Came from Clinton . . . Bill Lock and Julie Michels, Culver’s Owners

They Came from Clinton . . . Bill Lock and Julie Michels, Culver’s Owners

By Audrey Buchanan Clinton School District This is the 14th in a series about Clinton alumni and where they are today. Bill Lock and Julie (McGinnis) Michels, both 1971 graduates from Clinton High School, have found their career success as owners of Culver’s restaurants. Bill currently owns the Culver’s in […]

 
 

Ann Harsevoort to be honored at band concert

  CLINTON – Former Clinton High School band director, Ann Harsevoort, will be honored with a special dedication at the high school band concert on Monday, May 16, at 7 p.m. at Clinton High School. Harsevoort was the Clinton High School band director for 66 years, until failing health prevented […]

 
 

Clinton Police Force welcomes Officer Rick Sears

Clinton Police Force welcomes Officer Rick Sears

  By Mary Ann Inman Reporter CLINTON – The newest member of Clinton’s law enforcement team Officer Rick Sears wants the community to know, “I absolutely love Clinton and the people there! They are warm, friendly folks who really like their community and each other.” Officer Sears added, “Everywhere I […]

 
 

Mistakes prove costly for Brodhead-Juda baseball

Mistakes prove costly for Brodhead-Juda baseball

By Derek Hoesly, Correspondent BRODHEAD — A couple of defensive mistakes from Brodhead-Juda and timely hitting by Parkview propelled the Vikings to a 4-1 Rock Valley south victory over Brodhead-Juda last Tuesday. The Vikings took a quick 1-0 lead in the top of the first. Parkview leadoff hitter Aaron Hatlevig […]