Author Archive: RVPEditor

They came from Clinton: Bobby Oldenburg

They came from Clinton: Bobby Oldenburg

By Audrey Buchanan Clinton School District This is the ninth in a series of stories about Clinton schools alumni and where they are today. Bobby Oldenburg is a 2015 graduate of Clinton High School. Immediately following graduation, Oldenburg attended Rock Valley College in Rockford, Ill., as part of a program […]

 
 

Elementary students learn about measuring food energy

Elementary students learn about measuring food energy

CLINTON – Students in David Fridley’s sixth grade science classes at Clinton Elementary School had the opportunity to measure the amount of energy that is generated by different types of food when it is burned. This was compared to the way in which the human body burns food for energy. […]

 
 

Spring cleaning means time to be aware of burning debris hazards

Its spring and everyone has been cleaning their yard of debris, making piles of brush that they will be burning soon. Do you know the rules for burning in your area? Do you know you can be fined for burning prohibited items? Do you know what those items are? The […]

 
 

Clinton Public Library Foundation receives grant

By Mary Ann Inman Reporter CLINTON – Clinton Public Library Foundation (CPLF) announces that it has received a grant for the amount of $750 from the Stateline Community Foundation.The grant opportunity will make possible a promotional outreach campaign for Clinton Public Library. “Clinton Public Library opens doors for curious minds, […]

 
 

Clinton Foresters seek original poem for Arbor Day

CLINTON — Clinton’s forestry officials invite area individuals with poetic inclination to create an original poem expressing the virtues of trees. Entries will be judged and its author at Clinton’s Arbor Day ceremony will present the winning poem on Saturday, April 30. Students and adults are urged to participate. To […]

 
 

CHS to present ‘You can’t take it with you’ March 17-19

CLINTON – The Clinton High School present its first high school play in 50 years. Come and see the romantic comedy “You Can’t Take It With You” on Thursday, March 17, Friday, March 18, and Saturday, March 19 at 7 p.m. on the Clinton Middle School Stage. Tickets are $4 […]

 
 

Spring cleaning time brings whole new range of hazards

Spring is in the air, we are having warmer days, the snow is melting and the trees are budding. Everyone is getting the spring itch and this means it’s time for spring cleaning, yard work and home repairs; all of which can present a variety of health and safety hazards. […]

 
 

They came from Clinton: Jimmy Jay Blauw – Jayson Promotions, Inc.

They came from Clinton: Jimmy Jay Blauw – Jayson Promotions, Inc.

By Audrey Buchanan For The Topper This is the eighth in a series of stories about Clinton schools alumni and where they are today. Mr. Jimmy Jay Blauw, a 1957 graduate of Clinton High School, has made a name for himself in the country music industry. He currently owns and […]

 
 

School District to present referendum

BRODHEAD — On Wednesday, Jan. 13th, the Brodhead School Board unanimously passed a resolution to present a referendum at the spring election on Tuesday, April 5th. The referendum seeks permission for the district to exceed state revenue caps for the purpose of maintaining facilities and programs at their current levels […]

 
 

Cardinal boys suffer season-ending loss to Lakeside Lutheran

Cardinal boys suffer season-ending loss to Lakeside Lutheran

By Derek Hoesly Correspondent LAKE MILLS — The eleven-seed Brodhead Cardinals ran into a buzz saw as six-seed Lakeside Lutheran beat Brodhead 96-54 in a WIAA Division 3 regional quarterfinal matchup last Tuesday. The opening three minutes were a seesaw battle. Senior Ned Slocum found sophomore Justice Tway, who converted […]