Author Archive: RVPEditor

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 […]

 
 

Students take to the track in annual Track and Field Day

Students take to the track in annual Track and Field Day

By Siara Schwartzlow, Editor BRODHEAD — Albrecht elementary students in grades three through five participated in the annual Track and Field Day last Friday, May 6. All events took place at the high school’s Gary Larson field. Students wore T-shirts whose colors indicated the students’ classes. Throughout the day, students […]

 
 

Tour the Farms version 2.0 a success

Tour the Farms version 2.0 a success

  By Michele Benesh, Correspondent BRODHEAD — On Sunday, May 1, Scotch Hill Farm was the scene of a revised version of the Brodhead Chamber’s long-standing “Tour the Farms” event. The Wisconsin Farmer’s Union’s new South Central Chapter sponsored the event, hosted by Tony and Dela Ends. The Solar May […]

 
 

Brodhead High celebrates Cinco de Mayo through dance

Brodhead High celebrates Cinco de Mayo through dance

By Melody Pope, Correspondent BRODHEAD – In honor of Cinco de Mayo, May 5, Karen Bueno and Magali Jimenez, Brodhead high school students, perform “Jarabe Tapatio” for the Spanish 2 class. “Jarabe Tapatio” is also referred to as the “Mexican Hat Dance.” Historically, it was performed by a pair of […]

 
 

Police to hold spaghetti supper

Police to hold spaghetti supper

BRODHEAD — The Brodhead Police Association is hosting a Spaghetti Supper on Saturday, June 18 at the Brodhead High School from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Many silent auction items will be available to bid on.   All proceeds from this event will benefit Badger Honor Flight.  Pick up this week’s […]