It’s been a relatively-dreary recent past for Brookfield High School in its spring sports competitions, with the most-upbeat results being an eighth-place finish among 14… Login to continue reading Login…
Since its quiet launch in the middle of a pandemic, Oasis Tutoring in Livingston County has grown from a small group of determined volunteers into a thriving, county-wide initiative that’s changing lives— both for students and for the older adults who mentor them. This spring, the organization will host a luncheon to honor the dedicated individuals who helped get the program off the ground and continue to power its mission forward.
While this year’s graduating high school students either have or are being notified of the scholarships they will be awarded, another scholarship will soon become available for north Missouri students who plan to attend any of the four service academies in the United States—the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy (West Point), or U.S. Naval Academy. The U.S. Coast Guard Academy does not require a Congressional nomination.
BUCKLIN - A meaningful day of hard work and community spirit is on the horizon at Brayden’s Dream Farm in Bucklin. On Saturday, May 17, beginning at 10 a.m., the farm will host its first “Demolition Day” event, inviting volunteers to come together for a rewarding cause.
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.
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.
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.
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…
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.