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AJWC sets Christmas Decorating
Contest
The Auburn Junior Woman's Club is resurrecting the Christmas Decorating Contest
as a means to help the club raise money to replace the decorations that adorn the
city square each year. In addition, the club has announced that the Christmas Tree
Lighting Ceremony will be held Sunday, November 30 on the square at 5 p.m. It was
not held last year. The club will charge $5 per entry. All the money will go for prizes in
the three categories, Religious, Clark Griswold (excess use of outdoor lighting and
decorations) and Charlie Browniest (best decorations of a dog house, tool shed,
barn, outhouse, anything by your home) and replace the decorations. An entry form
can be found elsewhere in the Citizen. The deadline for entering is December 12 at 3
p.m. Judging will take place the evening of Thursday, December 18 as soon as it
gets dark. If you would like to make a donation, send it to the AJWC, P.O. Box 181,
Auburn.
Contest
The Auburn Junior Woman's Club is resurrecting the Christmas Decorating Contest
as a means to help the club raise money to replace the decorations that adorn the
city square each year. In addition, the club has announced that the Christmas Tree
Lighting Ceremony will be held Sunday, November 30 on the square at 5 p.m. It was
not held last year. The club will charge $5 per entry. All the money will go for prizes in
the three categories, Religious, Clark Griswold (excess use of outdoor lighting and
decorations) and Charlie Browniest (best decorations of a dog house, tool shed,
barn, outhouse, anything by your home) and replace the decorations. An entry form
can be found elsewhere in the Citizen. The deadline for entering is December 12 at 3
p.m. Judging will take place the evening of Thursday, December 18 as soon as it
gets dark. If you would like to make a donation, send it to the AJWC, P.O. Box 181,
Auburn.
School enrollment one student less
than last year
Auburn School District enrollment for the start of the 2008-09 school year is 1,420,
one student less than last year's total. (more)
than last year
Auburn School District enrollment for the start of the 2008-09 school year is 1,420,
one student less than last year's total. (more)
Local winners in the International Peace
Poster Contest were, left to right: Kelsea
Cline (first place), Brock Jones (second),
Marrisa Robinson (third) and Benjamin
Pearce (Best in Show). The contest is
sponsored by the Lions Club and
encourages children ages 11-13 to creatively
express what peace means to them. The
2008-09 theme was "Peace Begins With Me."
The children were asked to create a poster
using any media they wished, to create a
visually interesting composition that captured
what their theme meant to them. There was
to be no lettering or numbering of any
language on the poster, only images. There
were 50 entries from Auburn Junior High at
Divernon from among the thousands from
around the world. Each local winner will be
judged again in New York City.
Poster Contest were, left to right: Kelsea
Cline (first place), Brock Jones (second),
Marrisa Robinson (third) and Benjamin
Pearce (Best in Show). The contest is
sponsored by the Lions Club and
encourages children ages 11-13 to creatively
express what peace means to them. The
2008-09 theme was "Peace Begins With Me."
The children were asked to create a poster
using any media they wished, to create a
visually interesting composition that captured
what their theme meant to them. There was
to be no lettering or numbering of any
language on the poster, only images. There
were 50 entries from Auburn Junior High at
Divernon from among the thousands from
around the world. Each local winner will be
judged again in New York City.
Luke Boesdorfer, left, son of Ben and Tammy
Boesdorfer, threw the switch that lighted the
city square Sunday as part of the Auburn
Junior Woman's Club's annual Tree Lighting
ceremony. With Luke and his parents is
brother Bo.
Boesdorfer, threw the switch that lighted the
city square Sunday as part of the Auburn
Junior Woman's Club's annual Tree Lighting
ceremony. With Luke and his parents is
brother Bo.
City seeks remedy for collapsed
storm tile
The council decided Monday to reinvent the Economic Development Council, granted
employees a holiday gift and heard a partially collapsed storm sewer line in Pine
View could prove to be costly. (more)
storm tile
The council decided Monday to reinvent the Economic Development Council, granted
employees a holiday gift and heard a partially collapsed storm sewer line in Pine
View could prove to be costly. (more)
Children's Christmas Art Workshop
Dec. 14
The Auburn High School art classes are busy preparing for this year's Children's
Christmas Workshop. This has become a popular event. The workshop was very
successful last year and there have been many requests to repeat it again this
season. The workshop will take place Sunday, December 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the
Auburn High School art room. This year's Christmas Elves invite all area children
ages pre-K through sixth grade. The tuition is $25 per student, which will offset the
cost of art supplies, snacks, and juice. Any profits will benefit the high school art
department.
Workshop students will be supervised the entire time by their own Christmas "elf,"
thus allowing families an opportunity to go Christmas shopping, wrap, or decorate
without the "help" from their children. Students will create several holiday art projects.
Snacks and juice will be provided, and a holiday movie will be shown while they are
creating their crafts. Space is very limited. Early reservations are encouraged and
appreciated. Please send the child's name, address, phone number, and tuition
(checks to AHS) to Amy Howard at Auburn High School, 511 North Seventh Street,
Auburn, IL 62615. For more information call 438-6549 during the day, or 438-4177
evenings.
Dec. 14
The Auburn High School art classes are busy preparing for this year's Children's
Christmas Workshop. This has become a popular event. The workshop was very
successful last year and there have been many requests to repeat it again this
season. The workshop will take place Sunday, December 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the
Auburn High School art room. This year's Christmas Elves invite all area children
ages pre-K through sixth grade. The tuition is $25 per student, which will offset the
cost of art supplies, snacks, and juice. Any profits will benefit the high school art
department.
Workshop students will be supervised the entire time by their own Christmas "elf,"
thus allowing families an opportunity to go Christmas shopping, wrap, or decorate
without the "help" from their children. Students will create several holiday art projects.
Snacks and juice will be provided, and a holiday movie will be shown while they are
creating their crafts. Space is very limited. Early reservations are encouraged and
appreciated. Please send the child's name, address, phone number, and tuition
(checks to AHS) to Amy Howard at Auburn High School, 511 North Seventh Street,
Auburn, IL 62615. For more information call 438-6549 during the day, or 438-4177
evenings.
Mayor cautions council on need to watch spending
During his remarks Monday at the city council meeting, mayor Joe Powell pointed out that the city needs to definitely watch its spending
in the months ahead. (more)
During his remarks Monday at the city council meeting, mayor Joe Powell pointed out that the city needs to definitely watch its spending
in the months ahead. (more)
School board has to borrow money
Although state aid payments have been on time so far, the Board of Education had to
loan itself $250,000 Monday. (more)
Although state aid payments have been on time so far, the Board of Education had to
loan itself $250,000 Monday. (more)
Auburn After-Prom to hold
mostaccioli dinner January 23
Chef Liz Clayton and the Auburn After-Prom Committee invite the public to attend the
mostaccioli dinner to be held Friday, January 23 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The dinner will
be held in the AHS cafeteria prior to the Auburn-Pawnee varsity basketball game that
night. Tickets can be purchased from any AHS junior or by calling Debbie Graven
(438-3846) or Carolyn Brown (414-9035). The menu includes mostaccioli, salad,
green beans, rolls and butter, dessert and drink. Watch for more details as the
dinner date approaches.
mostaccioli dinner January 23
Chef Liz Clayton and the Auburn After-Prom Committee invite the public to attend the
mostaccioli dinner to be held Friday, January 23 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The dinner will
be held in the AHS cafeteria prior to the Auburn-Pawnee varsity basketball game that
night. Tickets can be purchased from any AHS junior or by calling Debbie Graven
(438-3846) or Carolyn Brown (414-9035). The menu includes mostaccioli, salad,
green beans, rolls and butter, dessert and drink. Watch for more details as the
dinner date approaches.
Eleven seniors at Auburn High School have
been named Illinois State Scholars this year.
They are, seated (left to right): Bethani
Hogan, Lauren Lay, Josh Sergent, Natalie
Mortimer, Emily Anderson; back: Jessica
Dixon, Elissa Dolbeare, Chase Brackemyer,
Alison Rhoades, Katie Fox and Amber Lee.
been named Illinois State Scholars this year.
They are, seated (left to right): Bethani
Hogan, Lauren Lay, Josh Sergent, Natalie
Mortimer, Emily Anderson; back: Jessica
Dixon, Elissa Dolbeare, Chase Brackemyer,
Alison Rhoades, Katie Fox and Amber Lee.
11 seniors named State Scholars
Eleven Auburn High School seniors have been named State Scholars. They are
among the 19,331 high school students selected around the state. (more)
Eleven Auburn High School seniors have been named State Scholars. They are
among the 19,331 high school students selected around the state. (more)
YBL teams to be announced
The Auburn Youth Basketball League will start Saturday, January 3. However,
because of the small numbers and the possibility that more will sign up late, teams
will not be announced until next week. Parents should check with the Citizen office for
your kids team and first game. Deadline to register is December 26. Teams will be
posted at the schools, but can't be until school resumes January 5. Thus, the
postings will be made at the city utility office in Auburn, the Auburn Library, Harmons,
the post office in Divernon in addition to the Citizen office. Because a decision must
be made soon, some late signees may not be able to play. The league likes to keep
teams with no more than eight players at a maximum, seven preferably, if at all
possible. Parents, if you haven't signed up your child yet, call the Citizen office
438-6155 immediately or Joe Michelich at 438-3130.
The Auburn Youth Basketball League will start Saturday, January 3. However,
because of the small numbers and the possibility that more will sign up late, teams
will not be announced until next week. Parents should check with the Citizen office for
your kids team and first game. Deadline to register is December 26. Teams will be
posted at the schools, but can't be until school resumes January 5. Thus, the
postings will be made at the city utility office in Auburn, the Auburn Library, Harmons,
the post office in Divernon in addition to the Citizen office. Because a decision must
be made soon, some late signees may not be able to play. The league likes to keep
teams with no more than eight players at a maximum, seven preferably, if at all
possible. Parents, if you haven't signed up your child yet, call the Citizen office
438-6155 immediately or Joe Michelich at 438-3130.
Youth Basketball starts Saturday,
Jan. 3
The Auburn Youth Basketball League starts play this Saturday and continues for nine
weeks through February 28. All games will be played in the elementary school gym.
(more)
Jan. 3
The Auburn Youth Basketball League starts play this Saturday and continues for nine
weeks through February 28. All games will be played in the elementary school gym.
(more)
Blood Drive at Auburn UMC Saturday, Jan. 24
Saturday, January 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Auburn United Methodist Church will support the Central Illinois Community Blood
Center with a blood drive at the church, located at 14100 State Route 4 between the Dairy Queen and football field. It is very important
to maintain a safe and adequate blood supply since 200 plus blood donations are needed daily for people in our area. The blood
center is the sole supplier to both Springfield hospitals as well as 17 other hospitals in the area. Donation uses include victims of
accidents, cancer and heart disease. All volunteers need to bring a picture ID, be at least 16 years of age, in good health and weigh at
least 110 pounds. Anyone under 17 needs to bring a signed parent permission form to donate. Forms are available at the high school
or day of donation at the Methodist Church. Please eat regularly the day you donate. There is a 6-week waiting period after pregnancy.
Donations are accepted following major surgery after release from physicians care and return to normal activities if no blood
transfusions were received. A free lunch will be served to donors. In addition to helping save lives, we are trying to help Auburn High
School win the Springfield Clinic Blood Challenge. The winning school is awarded a scholarship for a member of the senior class.
Call Jean Todd, AUMC parish nurse, at 438-9213 to schedule an appointment or for further information. Registration may also be done
online at www.CICBC.org. Walk-ins are always welcome. Donate blood to save a life and help our local youth.
Saturday, January 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Auburn United Methodist Church will support the Central Illinois Community Blood
Center with a blood drive at the church, located at 14100 State Route 4 between the Dairy Queen and football field. It is very important
to maintain a safe and adequate blood supply since 200 plus blood donations are needed daily for people in our area. The blood
center is the sole supplier to both Springfield hospitals as well as 17 other hospitals in the area. Donation uses include victims of
accidents, cancer and heart disease. All volunteers need to bring a picture ID, be at least 16 years of age, in good health and weigh at
least 110 pounds. Anyone under 17 needs to bring a signed parent permission form to donate. Forms are available at the high school
or day of donation at the Methodist Church. Please eat regularly the day you donate. There is a 6-week waiting period after pregnancy.
Donations are accepted following major surgery after release from physicians care and return to normal activities if no blood
transfusions were received. A free lunch will be served to donors. In addition to helping save lives, we are trying to help Auburn High
School win the Springfield Clinic Blood Challenge. The winning school is awarded a scholarship for a member of the senior class.
Call Jean Todd, AUMC parish nurse, at 438-9213 to schedule an appointment or for further information. Registration may also be done
online at www.CICBC.org. Walk-ins are always welcome. Donate blood to save a life and help our local youth.
Seek donations for 'Game for Cancer' Jan. 26
Auburn girls coach Dave Farris has announced a "Game for Cancer" January 26 with Kincaid as the opponent.
"We will seek sponsors of no more than $100 per business or person although any amount will do," says Farris. All funds will go to
cancer research.
Farris said his two assistant's came up with the idea and he is hopeful that the crowd will wear pink. In fact, Farris says that pink shirts
will also be on sale. Those wishing to donate or buy shirts may contact Farris (438-3017) or Carrie Mathews at the grade school
(438-6916) mornings and middle school (438-6919) afternoons. Farris says that cancer has probably affected a person in everyone's
extended family or a close friend. Cancer does not take time off even in these tough economic times.
"We have already received one donation and a commitment for another and the Farris family will pledge $100," he notes. He
concluded saying, "it would be a great sight to see our gym, both men and women and children, dressed in pink. Basketball is a
game, this is for life."
Auburn girls coach Dave Farris has announced a "Game for Cancer" January 26 with Kincaid as the opponent.
"We will seek sponsors of no more than $100 per business or person although any amount will do," says Farris. All funds will go to
cancer research.
Farris said his two assistant's came up with the idea and he is hopeful that the crowd will wear pink. In fact, Farris says that pink shirts
will also be on sale. Those wishing to donate or buy shirts may contact Farris (438-3017) or Carrie Mathews at the grade school
(438-6916) mornings and middle school (438-6919) afternoons. Farris says that cancer has probably affected a person in everyone's
extended family or a close friend. Cancer does not take time off even in these tough economic times.
"We have already received one donation and a commitment for another and the Farris family will pledge $100," he notes. He
concluded saying, "it would be a great sight to see our gym, both men and women and children, dressed in pink. Basketball is a
game, this is for life."
City considering ideas to regain recycling program
The bulk of Monday's 1 1/2 hour city council meeting dealt with three main items, recycling being one. (more)
The bulk of Monday's 1 1/2 hour city council meeting dealt with three main items, recycling being one. (more)
Auburn High School's varsity Scholastic Bowl
team includes, seated (L-R): Erika
Bergmann, Jessica Dixon; middle: Nichole
Milhauser, Kati Dyer; back: Chase
Brackmeyer, Sam Greifzu, Nick Landers,
Patrick Moose and Austin Wilson. Morgan
Brown was absent for the picture. The
Trojans are coached by Nate Robinson.
team includes, seated (L-R): Erika
Bergmann, Jessica Dixon; middle: Nichole
Milhauser, Kati Dyer; back: Chase
Brackmeyer, Sam Greifzu, Nick Landers,
Patrick Moose and Austin Wilson. Morgan
Brown was absent for the picture. The
Trojans are coached by Nate Robinson.
Helping Hands fund exceeds $7,500 goal
Once again Auburn Community Helping Hands has exceeded its goal with $7,944 in donations received. Recent donations were
received from: Joe and Joan Heyen, Bill and Pam Bird, Cornerstone Community Church and one anonymous donor. Since 1986,
Auburn Community Helping Hands has been helping Auburn families in need by providing winter coats and shoes for children. ACHH
would not be able to do any of these projects without the community’s continued support. Donations are accepted at either bank in
town or they can be mailed to ACHH, P.O. Box 74, Auburn year round. ACHH would like to thank its special angel who continues to
donate all year long.
Once again Auburn Community Helping Hands has exceeded its goal with $7,944 in donations received. Recent donations were
received from: Joe and Joan Heyen, Bill and Pam Bird, Cornerstone Community Church and one anonymous donor. Since 1986,
Auburn Community Helping Hands has been helping Auburn families in need by providing winter coats and shoes for children. ACHH
would not be able to do any of these projects without the community’s continued support. Donations are accepted at either bank in
town or they can be mailed to ACHH, P.O. Box 74, Auburn year round. ACHH would like to thank its special angel who continues to
donate all year long.
Fund established at UCB for Cameron Huffines
A fund has been established at United Community Bank in Auburn for seven-year-old Cameron Huffines of Auburn. Cameron, the son
of Melissa Jones and a second grader at Auburn Elementary, was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor in November last year. He
underwent surgery to have the tumor removed and is currently hospitalized in St. Francis Hospital in Peoria, where he began radiation
treatment this week. His mother Melissa has been driving back every day from work in Springfield to Peoria to be with Cameron. The
family is in need of financial assistance of any kind. Monetary donations, gas cards and gift cards would be greatly appreciated.
Questions can be directed to Branden Crowl (438-9479), Tina Burton (438-3549) or Kim Burton (217-415-4033).
A fund has been established at United Community Bank in Auburn for seven-year-old Cameron Huffines of Auburn. Cameron, the son
of Melissa Jones and a second grader at Auburn Elementary, was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor in November last year. He
underwent surgery to have the tumor removed and is currently hospitalized in St. Francis Hospital in Peoria, where he began radiation
treatment this week. His mother Melissa has been driving back every day from work in Springfield to Peoria to be with Cameron. The
family is in need of financial assistance of any kind. Monetary donations, gas cards and gift cards would be greatly appreciated.
Questions can be directed to Branden Crowl (438-9479), Tina Burton (438-3549) or Kim Burton (217-415-4033).
