Newsletter-Mid-Week

Brookfield FCCLA State Leadership Conference
Ashley Haley, a Brookfield R-III junior, attended the 2025 Missouri Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) State Leadership Conference, March 16-18, 2025, at Margaritaville Lake Resort and Conference Center in Osage Beach. Almost 1,283 delegates from across the state represented more than 9,263 members of Missouri FCCLA. Local chapter advisers Mrs. Burns and Mrs. Rardon also attended.
Health Department to Host Safe Sitter Class
BROOKFIELD - The Linn County Health Department is offering a valuable opportunity for area youth to build essential life skills with its upcoming Safe Sitter® Essentials class. The course will be held on Friday, April 18, from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Health Department’s office, located at 635 South Main Street in Brookfield.

Meadville Golfers Looking Strong Early in Season
After losing to host Chillicothe by 11 shots last Friday, Meadville’s golf Eagles tested the Hornets even harder during a double-dual again on Chillicothe’s municipal Green Hills Golf Course that both MHS and CHS utilize as their home course.

Two Mendon: Northwestern Cagers Get Media District Nod
By PAUL STURMLCL Sports Editorpsturm@cherryroad.com Two senior players for 2024-25 Northwestern High School basketball teams – Sydney Robinson and Cooper Reckamp – have been accorded… Login to continue reading Login…

2025 BHS Hall of Fame Honorees
BROOKFIELD - The Brookfield Alumni Association is proud to announce the 13th year of BHS Hall of Fame recognition. Honorees for 2025 will be Becky Clark Cleveland, Jeff Elliott, and Carole Kennedy. The Hall of Fame recognizes and honors those who have contributed significantly to the enhancement of the academics, athletics, or extra-curricular traditions of the Brookfield R-III School District or BHS alumni who have outstanding accomplishments since BHS attendance. Their names will be placed on the perpetual plaque displayed at the high school and will be honored at 8:15 a.m., on May 2, along with the honoring of the Class of 2025 Seniors. A reception to honor the Hall of Fame inductees will follow in the high school media center. The public is invited to attend.
Downtown Brookfield Announces Exciting 2025 Event Lineup
The Downtown Brookfield - Main Street organization has unveiled its lineup of community events for 2025, inviting residents and visitors to mark their calendars for a year full of celebrations and activities.
Brookfield Aquatic Center Prepares for 2025 Season with Reservations and Job Openings
BROOKFIELD - The Brookfield Aquatic Center has announced details for the upcoming 2025 season, including information on pool reservations, purchases, and job opportunities for seasonal staff.

Pershing Health System Welcomes New CFO, David Cichocki
BROOKFIELD - David Cichocki is the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Pershing Health System (PHS). Cichocki brings over 20 years of healthcare financial leadership experience, with a remarkable career spanning a wide variety of healthcare settings, including for-profit, tribal, Veterans Affairs (VA), academic, and Naval hospitals. His diverse background in healthcare systems, ranging from Alaska to Florida, will be a tremendous asset as Pershing Health System continues to grow and serve its community.

Ross Back as Boss of Marceline High Football
Tigers’ leader from 2018-21 returns after solid stint at Class 3 SoBoCo By PAUL STURM LCL Sports Editor psturm@cherryroad.com After a 3-years separation, Marceline High… Login to continue reading Login…