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Sixth-grade band holds end-of-the-year recital

Sixth-grade band holds end-of-the-year recital

  BRODHEAD — On Monday, April 25th the Brodhead Middle School hosted a Sixth-Grade Band Recital.  Members of the band performed various selections of their choice throughout the evening.  Pick up this week’s print edition for full story…….

 
 

Vacation Bible School to begin soon

BRODHDEAD – The Brodhead United Methodist Church invites children to Cave Quest Vacation Bible School: Following Jesus, the Light of the World. A summer kids’ VBS called Cave Quest VBS will be hosted at Brodhead UMC from Monday, June 20th to the 24th. At Cave Quest, kids explore what it […]

 
 

High school band Facetimes with composer Randall Standridge

High school band Facetimes with composer Randall Standridge

By Melody Pope Correspondent BRODHEAD — The high school’s band room was graced with a bit of star power on Thursday, as students and band director, Jason Riesterer, Facetimed with established composer Randall Standridge. Facetime is a popular video-chatting app. “I tell the students I have a man crush on […]

 
 

Career Day engages students in thoughts of the future

Career Day engages students in thoughts of the future

BRODHEAD — On Wednesday, April 20, Brodhead Middle School hosted its 6th annual Career Day. Twenty-two members of the Brodhead community and the surrounding area joined efforts to share their expertise about their careers. Various career areas were represented, including engineering and technology, legal and criminal justice, agriculture, health sciences, […]

 
 

Youth Service Day 2016 biggest ever

Youth Service Day 2016 biggest ever

BRODHEAD — Over 130 volunteers showed up for the 2016 spring Youth Service Day on Saturday, April 16. This annual event, organized by educator Stephanie Tresemer of Brodhead Middle School, does so much good in just two hours. Not only students, but their parents, grandparents, friends, and siblings, are invited […]

 
 

Community Pancake Breakfast to mark 70th anniversary of Brodhead Airport

BRODHEAD — Chapter 431 of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) at Brodhead Airport will host the annual Community Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, May 22 at the airport from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This year marks the 70th anniversary of Brodhead Airport, which was founded in 1946 by Bill Earleywine […]

 
 

Library seeks volunteers

This summer, teens can be a part of the Summer Library Program, “ON YOUR MARK, GET SET…READ!” The library is looking for volunteers aged 12 and older to help with the Summer Library Program. Teen volunteers will help with a variety of fun activities and events planned for elementary-age students. […]

 
 

City to flush hydrants

City to flush hydrants

During the week of April 25th, Brodhead Water and Light will be flushing hydrants, beginning north of the railroad tracks and moving south.  If you notice any discoloration in your water, run cold water for several minutes to clear it up.  Please contact Pat at 558-0598 with any questions.

 
 

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 […]

 
 

Library displays student art during Youth Art Month

BRODHEAD — Throughout March, the public library will be showcasing artwork created by students of the Brodhead Elementary and Middle School. This is a wonderful opportunity to view student artwork in another setting. Please stop by to view the work created by our spectacular artists. Youth Art Month has been […]