Author Archive: RVPEditor

Donald Williams, 80

  CLINTON – Donald Richard Williams, 80, passed away on Monday, May 23, 2016, at the Alden Park Nursing Home in Clinton, Wis. He was born of Richard and Elinore Williams on Nov. 25, 1935, in Beloit, Wis. He lived his entire life on the family farm in Manchester Township, […]

 
 

Clinton students compete for Rock County 4-H Fair Court

Clinton students compete for Rock County 4-H Fair Court

By Cathy Wendtland CLINTON – On Saturday, May 21, the Rock County 4-H Fair Royalty was selected. After a previous Saturday of interviews, recording public service announcements, essays and a luncheon were completed, the youth were asked back on the 21st for the last part of the competition. Pick up […]

 
 

Rep. Amy Loudenbeck seeks fourth term

  Submits nomination papers to GAB CLINTON — State Representative Amy Loudenbeck (R-Clinton) submitted nomination papers containing over 300 signatures from residents of the 31st Assembly District to the Government Accountability Board. In seeking reelection, Rep. Loudenbeck pledges to build upon the policy initiatives implemented since she was sworn into […]

 
 

Clinton Middle School students present ‘The Wizard of Oz’

Clinton Middle School students present 'The Wizard of Oz'

CLINTON – The Clinton Middle School presented “The Wizard of Oz” on May 26, 2016. Students in seventh and eighth grades worked for 10 weeks, practicing singing, dancing, and acting to present this wonderful show. Over 60 students presented in full costume with lights, sound effects and a fully decorated […]

 
 

Vets Roll returns home to a true heroes welcome

Vets Roll returns home to a true heroes welcome

By Marianne Mueller Reporter BELOIT – Breathtaking rows of flags proudly waved on Riverside Drive leading large crowds of families,  friends and community to the Eclipse Center on Wednesday, May 25 awaiting the return of over 200 Veterans and Rosie the Riveters who took a four-day journey to Washington D.C. […]

 
 

WWII Veteran Jim Thompson honored as parade marshal

WWII Veteran Jim Thompson honored as parade marshal

By Mary Ann Inman Reporter CLINTON – The Memorial Day Parade was held on Monday, May 30. Jim Thompson was the honored parade marshal. He served in the U.S. Army from 1944 to 1946. Read on to learn more about his experiences. Two weeks after graduating from Clinton High School […]

 
 

Phyllis J. Johnson, 89

Phyllis J. Johnson, 89

CLINTON – Phyllis J. Johnson, 89 died Sunday May 22, 2016. She was born June 25, 1926 to the late Ellery and Elsie (Reimer) Holcomb in Harrison Township in Winnebago County. She graduated from Clinton High school, class of 1944. Phyllis attended UW Madison for one year until her mother […]

 
 

Rep. Loudenbeck receives Dave Duax Award

Rep. Loudenbeck receives Dave Duax Award

For bipartisan work to combat human trafficking MADISON – Rep. Amy Loudenbeck (R-Clinton), along with her colleagues Rep. LaTonya Johnson (D-Milwaukee) and Rep. Jill Billings (D-La Crosse), received the Dave Duax Award from Fierce Freedom for their work to combat human trafficking in Wisconsin.  Pick up this week’s printed edition […]

 
 

Local WWII veteran remembers his service to our country

Local WWII veteran remembers his service to our country

By Celeste Lightner-Greenwalt For The Clinton Topper Born in Monticello, Wis. in 1925, Fred Wiedmer was born into a farming family in Turtle Valley just north of Delavan, one of eight children. Now, 91 years old, Fred sat down to remember his time in the United States Army during one […]

 
 

School Bell Awards to be presented at Commencement ceremony

  CLINTON – The Clinton Community School District is fortunate to have people in our community who support our schools, students, and staff. This year we are again honoring individuals, organizations, and businesses who have contributed to the success of our schools.  Pick up this week’s printed edition for full […]