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Bond issuance ordinance approved by Riverton Village
Board
The Riverton Village Board met October 19 to consider a hefty agenda. The minutes from the October 5 meeting were approved.
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Board
The Riverton Village Board met October 19 to consider a hefty agenda. The minutes from the October 5 meeting were approved.
(more)
RMS Veteran’s Day ceremony Nov. 10
On Nov.10 at 10:30 a.m, Riverton Middle School will have a ceremony in the gymnasium to commemorate Veteran’s Day. At that time, students would like to recognize and honor
those who have served or are currently serving in the American Armed Forces. We invite those in the community who have served or are serving our country to join our student body
on Nov. 10. Dressing in uniforms is optional. Please join us at 10 a.m. in the Riverton Middle School cafeteria. If you know of those who may not receive this notice but might be
interested in attending, please feel free to share this information. For questions, please call the school office at 629-6002.
On Nov.10 at 10:30 a.m, Riverton Middle School will have a ceremony in the gymnasium to commemorate Veteran’s Day. At that time, students would like to recognize and honor
those who have served or are currently serving in the American Armed Forces. We invite those in the community who have served or are serving our country to join our student body
on Nov. 10. Dressing in uniforms is optional. Please join us at 10 a.m. in the Riverton Middle School cafeteria. If you know of those who may not receive this notice but might be
interested in attending, please feel free to share this information. For questions, please call the school office at 629-6002.
Riverton Village Board approves contract for water plant, hears about
Washington St. sewer problems
The Riverton Village Board met Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. Their first action was to pay estimate No. 1 from Petersburg Plumbing & Heating, which totaled $88,839. (more)
Washington St. sewer problems
The Riverton Village Board met Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. Their first action was to pay estimate No. 1 from Petersburg Plumbing & Heating, which totaled $88,839. (more)
Advanced reserved tickets on sale for RHS plays
Riverton High School Drama Department will present DREAMFEST: A NIGHT OF ONE ACT PLAYS as its fall play Nov. 13 and Nov. 14 at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium at the high
school. Admission prices will be $7 for adults and $5 for students. DREAMFEST is a compilation of four hilarious one act plays that are tied together with the theme of nightmare
experiences. The first play, CHECK PLEASE, explores the nightmare of the blind date. The second play THE ACTOR’S NIGHTMARE, finds an accountant backstage of a theatre
being pushed on to play a role in a play he knows nothing about. Is it a dream or not? The third play, HARD CANDY, consists of a series of hilarious job interviews. Finally THIS IS
A TEST is every student’s nightmare, the day of the big test and the lead character is totally not ready for what is about to happen!!! Advanced reserved tickets will be sold first to
parents of the cast and crew members and then to the general public Nov. 9 at the RHS Fine Arts Auditorium. Tickets will be sold from 6-6:30 p.m. to senior parents; 6:30-7 p.m. to
junior parents; 7-7:30 p.m. to sophomore parents; 7:30-8 p.m. to freshmen parents; 8-8:30 p.m. to the general public. Tickets will also be sold the night of each performance
starting at 6:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $7 for adults and $5 for students.
Riverton High School Drama Department will present DREAMFEST: A NIGHT OF ONE ACT PLAYS as its fall play Nov. 13 and Nov. 14 at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium at the high
school. Admission prices will be $7 for adults and $5 for students. DREAMFEST is a compilation of four hilarious one act plays that are tied together with the theme of nightmare
experiences. The first play, CHECK PLEASE, explores the nightmare of the blind date. The second play THE ACTOR’S NIGHTMARE, finds an accountant backstage of a theatre
being pushed on to play a role in a play he knows nothing about. Is it a dream or not? The third play, HARD CANDY, consists of a series of hilarious job interviews. Finally THIS IS
A TEST is every student’s nightmare, the day of the big test and the lead character is totally not ready for what is about to happen!!! Advanced reserved tickets will be sold first to
parents of the cast and crew members and then to the general public Nov. 9 at the RHS Fine Arts Auditorium. Tickets will be sold from 6-6:30 p.m. to senior parents; 6:30-7 p.m. to
junior parents; 7-7:30 p.m. to sophomore parents; 7:30-8 p.m. to freshmen parents; 8-8:30 p.m. to the general public. Tickets will also be sold the night of each performance
starting at 6:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $7 for adults and $5 for students.
Madrigal/girls basketball shootout conflict rectified at board meeting
The Riverton School Board met Nov. 9 at 6 p.m. All board members were present; guests at the meeting included Jeff Jesberg, Jill Stephenitch and Jeff Koger. (more)
The Riverton School Board met Nov. 9 at 6 p.m. All board members were present; guests at the meeting included Jeff Jesberg, Jill Stephenitch and Jeff Koger. (more)
October Spaulding Village Board meeting minutes
The October Spaulding Village Board Meeting called to order by Mayor Urban. (more)
The October Spaulding Village Board Meeting called to order by Mayor Urban. (more)
Matt Jagodzinski jumps to
knock away a header attempt
by a Springfield player last
Thursday.
knock away a header attempt
by a Springfield player last
Thursday.
Hawks whip Lanphier, Lincoln
The Riverton Hawks exploded for four second-half goals in a 6-1 win over Lanphier Monday.
Riverton led 2-1 at the break. Spencer Pulliam scored, with Austin Maddox getting the helper. Josh Dubois-Deverger netted two tallies, with Nick Schrock and Kevin Bertolino
providing assists.
Connor Holliday also scored unassisted, and he assisted on markers from Josh Nelson and Matt Jagodzinski.
Last Thursday, Pulliam had the only goal, on a 33rd minute breakaway, in a 6-1 loss to Springfield High School. SHS outshot the Hawks 24-1.
Saturday in the fifth place match of the Four Corners Classic, the Hawks romped past Athens 5-1.
Jace Burcham scored, from Bertolino, and Bertolino netted a goal, from Dubois-Deverger.
Pulliam scored twice, and Neal Buck also scored his first goal of the season.
Tuesday, the Hawks ripped host Lincoln 5-1. Pulliam netted a hat trick, and Maddox and Nelson added tallies. Dubois-Deverger assisted on three goals, and Bertolino and Buck
also provided helpers.
Riverton outshot the Railers 15-8, and Jagodzinski made seven saves. The Hawks could have had more, according to coach Jamie Toland, but missed a PK and several
breakaways.
The Riverton Hawks exploded for four second-half goals in a 6-1 win over Lanphier Monday.
Riverton led 2-1 at the break. Spencer Pulliam scored, with Austin Maddox getting the helper. Josh Dubois-Deverger netted two tallies, with Nick Schrock and Kevin Bertolino
providing assists.
Connor Holliday also scored unassisted, and he assisted on markers from Josh Nelson and Matt Jagodzinski.
Last Thursday, Pulliam had the only goal, on a 33rd minute breakaway, in a 6-1 loss to Springfield High School. SHS outshot the Hawks 24-1.
Saturday in the fifth place match of the Four Corners Classic, the Hawks romped past Athens 5-1.
Jace Burcham scored, from Bertolino, and Bertolino netted a goal, from Dubois-Deverger.
Pulliam scored twice, and Neal Buck also scored his first goal of the season.
Tuesday, the Hawks ripped host Lincoln 5-1. Pulliam netted a hat trick, and Maddox and Nelson added tallies. Dubois-Deverger assisted on three goals, and Bertolino and Buck
also provided helpers.
Riverton outshot the Railers 15-8, and Jagodzinski made seven saves. The Hawks could have had more, according to coach Jamie Toland, but missed a PK and several
breakaways.
Bullets romp past Riverton
Riverton football coach Josh Lee had a game plan in place going into the Hawks’ game at Williamsville Friday night: Play keep-away. (more)
Riverton football coach Josh Lee had a game plan in place going into the Hawks’ game at Williamsville Friday night: Play keep-away. (more)
Riverton third baseman Dominic Moore tags
out a Lincoln runner Saturday in the
regionals. Lincoln ended RMS' season with a
13-3 win.
out a Lincoln runner Saturday in the
regionals. Lincoln ended RMS' season with a
13-3 win.
Plains edges Lady Hawks
After opening its own invitational with a win, the Riverton Lady Hawks did not win again and finished in sixth place out of eight teams Saturday.
Riverton downed Midwest Central 25-22, 25-23, but then lost to Augusta Southeastern 26-24, 25-16 and Liberty 25-18, 25-19 in pool play. In the
fifth place match, the Lady Saukees of Pittsfield pulled out a 25-21, 20-25, 25-8 triumph. Taylor Bounds finished with 17 digs and 11 points, while
Meghan Davis had 10 digs. Jacqueline Cuffle tallied 14 kills, eight digs, six blocks and 10 points, and Shelby Cuffle had 13 digs, 16 points and
eight kills. Kelly Smith racked up 24 kills and nine blocks while serving 11 points, and Claire Watson finished with 21 blocks.
Carlie Landgrebe totaled 12 kills, 23 assists, 20 points and nine digs, with Erica Trueblood finishing with 28 assists and 14 points. Tyler Baskett
had 20 kills, six assists and 22 points.
Monday, the Lady Hawks lost at home to PORTA 25-15, 25-15. Kenzie Ralph led in kills, but only with two. Shelby Cuffle had four points, one fewer
than Davis. Trueblood had three assists and Landgrebe two. Baskett had three blocks, one more than Smith and Watson.
Visiting Pleasant Plains emerged with a three-game win Tuesday, winning 25-18 in Game 3. Plains won Game 1 25-23, and Riverton won 25-22
in the second game. Baskett had 11 kills, including seven kills in a row in Game 2 on Bounds’ serve. Smith added seven kills and four blocks,
two more than Baskett and Watson. Bounds had 10 points, with Davis adding five. Landgrebe finished with nine assists, one more than
Trueblood. Bounds tallied nine digs, with Missy Jagodzinski having eight and Davis seven. The J-V lost and the freshmen split.
After opening its own invitational with a win, the Riverton Lady Hawks did not win again and finished in sixth place out of eight teams Saturday.
Riverton downed Midwest Central 25-22, 25-23, but then lost to Augusta Southeastern 26-24, 25-16 and Liberty 25-18, 25-19 in pool play. In the
fifth place match, the Lady Saukees of Pittsfield pulled out a 25-21, 20-25, 25-8 triumph. Taylor Bounds finished with 17 digs and 11 points, while
Meghan Davis had 10 digs. Jacqueline Cuffle tallied 14 kills, eight digs, six blocks and 10 points, and Shelby Cuffle had 13 digs, 16 points and
eight kills. Kelly Smith racked up 24 kills and nine blocks while serving 11 points, and Claire Watson finished with 21 blocks.
Carlie Landgrebe totaled 12 kills, 23 assists, 20 points and nine digs, with Erica Trueblood finishing with 28 assists and 14 points. Tyler Baskett
had 20 kills, six assists and 22 points.
Monday, the Lady Hawks lost at home to PORTA 25-15, 25-15. Kenzie Ralph led in kills, but only with two. Shelby Cuffle had four points, one fewer
than Davis. Trueblood had three assists and Landgrebe two. Baskett had three blocks, one more than Smith and Watson.
Visiting Pleasant Plains emerged with a three-game win Tuesday, winning 25-18 in Game 3. Plains won Game 1 25-23, and Riverton won 25-22
in the second game. Baskett had 11 kills, including seven kills in a row in Game 2 on Bounds’ serve. Smith added seven kills and four blocks,
two more than Baskett and Watson. Bounds had 10 points, with Davis adding five. Landgrebe finished with nine assists, one more than
Trueblood. Bounds tallied nine digs, with Missy Jagodzinski having eight and Davis seven. The J-V lost and the freshmen split.
Hawk golfers win home triangular
Jay Winkleman earned medalist honors with an even-par 36 on The Rail’s back nine Tuesday to help lead the Williamsville Bullets boys golf team to a quadrangular win.
WHS tallied 160 strokes, ahead of Pittsfield (173), Riverton (183) and Hartsburg-Emden (185). Dominick Moscardelli shot 40 for the Bullets, while Jake Luker and Curtis Clark both
shot 43 and Ryan Balder and Tony Bartolomucci both came in at 47.
The Hawks were led by Matt Chastain’s 38. Ryan Painter shot 43, Kenny Smith and Scott Pantier both shot 51, and Ty Borski (61) and Ryan Fisher (62) also played.
Last Thursday at Longbridge, the Hawks (179) whipped Macon Meridian (215) and Lutheran (223). Chastain and Painter shared medalist honors with 42s, with Smith shooting 46
and Tyler Hauck 49.
Friday at Shoal Creek in Raymond, host Lincolnwood won with 147 shots, in front of Auburn (167), Riverton (179) and Nokomis (189). Chastain shot a 2-over par 38, while Painter
and Smith both carded 46s and Hauck a 49.
Monday at Lincoln Greens, the Hawks were third (168) behind Rochester (163) and Taylorville (164). Chastain shared medalist honors with a 38, while Painter shot 42, Smith 43
and Hauck 45.
Jay Winkleman earned medalist honors with an even-par 36 on The Rail’s back nine Tuesday to help lead the Williamsville Bullets boys golf team to a quadrangular win.
WHS tallied 160 strokes, ahead of Pittsfield (173), Riverton (183) and Hartsburg-Emden (185). Dominick Moscardelli shot 40 for the Bullets, while Jake Luker and Curtis Clark both
shot 43 and Ryan Balder and Tony Bartolomucci both came in at 47.
The Hawks were led by Matt Chastain’s 38. Ryan Painter shot 43, Kenny Smith and Scott Pantier both shot 51, and Ty Borski (61) and Ryan Fisher (62) also played.
Last Thursday at Longbridge, the Hawks (179) whipped Macon Meridian (215) and Lutheran (223). Chastain and Painter shared medalist honors with 42s, with Smith shooting 46
and Tyler Hauck 49.
Friday at Shoal Creek in Raymond, host Lincolnwood won with 147 shots, in front of Auburn (167), Riverton (179) and Nokomis (189). Chastain shot a 2-over par 38, while Painter
and Smith both carded 46s and Hauck a 49.
Monday at Lincoln Greens, the Hawks were third (168) behind Rochester (163) and Taylorville (164). Chastain shared medalist honors with a 38, while Painter shot 42, Smith 43
and Hauck 45.
Late TD rallies Hawks past Trojans
Seth King connected with Kyle Lucca on a 33-yard touchdown pass with 20 seconds left in the game as the Riverton Hawks rallied for a 15-14 win
over Auburn in Sangamo Conference football action Friday night. (more)
Seth King connected with Kyle Lucca on a 33-yard touchdown pass with 20 seconds left in the game as the Riverton Hawks rallied for a 15-14 win
over Auburn in Sangamo Conference football action Friday night. (more)
Dalton Julian breaks free from a New Berlin
tackler during a recent game.
tackler during a recent game.
RGSL officer elections rescheduled to Nov. 8
The Riverton Girls Softball League held its October meeting this past Sunday. The scheduled 2010 officer elections were re-
scheduled for the November meeting to be Sunday, Nov. 8, at 4 p.m. (tentatively in the cafeteria at Riverton Elementary School).
Despite the low attendance, several exciting new programs were discussed for the 2010 season:
--Creation of kid-pitch teams for 9 and 10-year old girls. Members in attendance agreed that the additional opportunity would be
beneficial as long as parents and players are offered the option of still participating in RGSL’s existing divisions.
--It was suggested that starting an “open gym” would benefit girls that were interested in additional practice, as well as give
younger girls a “winter” activity.
--Creation of a T-ball program for 5 and 6-year-old boys and girls.
--Possible expansion to include 15 and 16-year-olds in Division III.
RGSL is a volunteer-driven organization that is entering its 35th year or providing a summer recreational program for Riverton
and Tri-City area youth. One key point brought up at the recent meeting was the need for volunteers. In addition to coaches
progressing, new programs will put a strain on the organization. RGSL needs volunteers in order to continue operations.
Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, former players, community members, high schoolers in need of community service hours
... all are welcome!
Volunteers are needed for a variety of one-time activities, including organizational opportunities (i.e., fundraiser assistance,
coordinating pictures, special events organizers) as well as team volunteers (coaches and assistant coaches) for the season.
Individuals interested in getting involved may contact Carl Fisher at 220-3524 or attend any RGSL meeting.
The Riverton Girls Softball League held its October meeting this past Sunday. The scheduled 2010 officer elections were re-
scheduled for the November meeting to be Sunday, Nov. 8, at 4 p.m. (tentatively in the cafeteria at Riverton Elementary School).
Despite the low attendance, several exciting new programs were discussed for the 2010 season:
--Creation of kid-pitch teams for 9 and 10-year old girls. Members in attendance agreed that the additional opportunity would be
beneficial as long as parents and players are offered the option of still participating in RGSL’s existing divisions.
--It was suggested that starting an “open gym” would benefit girls that were interested in additional practice, as well as give
younger girls a “winter” activity.
--Creation of a T-ball program for 5 and 6-year-old boys and girls.
--Possible expansion to include 15 and 16-year-olds in Division III.
RGSL is a volunteer-driven organization that is entering its 35th year or providing a summer recreational program for Riverton
and Tri-City area youth. One key point brought up at the recent meeting was the need for volunteers. In addition to coaches
progressing, new programs will put a strain on the organization. RGSL needs volunteers in order to continue operations.
Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, former players, community members, high schoolers in need of community service hours
... all are welcome!
Volunteers are needed for a variety of one-time activities, including organizational opportunities (i.e., fundraiser assistance,
coordinating pictures, special events organizers) as well as team volunteers (coaches and assistant coaches) for the season.
Individuals interested in getting involved may contact Carl Fisher at 220-3524 or attend any RGSL meeting.
Hawks pound New Berlin 28-0
By Byron Painter
Editor
The visiting Riverton Hawks football team ruined New Berlin’s Homecoming Game in a huge way Saturday, limiting the Pretzels
to no first downs in the first half and only four first downs overall in a 28-0 whitewashing. (more)
By Byron Painter
Editor
The visiting Riverton Hawks football team ruined New Berlin’s Homecoming Game in a huge way Saturday, limiting the Pretzels
to no first downs in the first half and only four first downs overall in a 28-0 whitewashing. (more)
ASHLEY CANTRALL
Ashley Cantrall named September Student of the Month at
RHS
Riverton High School is pleased to announce that senior Ashley Cantrall has been named September 2009 Student of the Month. Ashley,
daughter of Ward and Michele Cantrall, was chosen by the staff and faculty of RHS based on attendance, academics, effort, conduct,
cooperation, dependability, leadership, school involvement and service to others. Ashley will receive a $25 INB VISA Gift Card from Illinois
National Bank and will be eligible for 2009-2010 Student of the Year honors at graduation. Ashley’s activities include basketball (four years),
softball (four years), volleyball (two years), National Honor Society (three years), yearbook staff (three years), S.A.D.D. (four years), Key Club
(two years), Student Government Association (two years), Spanish club (three years), Hawk Pride (four years), student librarian (two years),
RMS Softball Student Coach (two years), WYSE (2009) and Drama productions: Annie, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Dreamfest (fall 2009).
Some of Ashley’s high school accomplishments include awards for Health (2008), Spanish III (2009), IHSA Scholar Athlete (2009) and
Yearbook Editor, S.A.D.D President and Key Club officer. She was also recently named as the RHS D.A.R. Award winner. Ashley plans on
attending college to pursue a career in medicine.
RHS
Riverton High School is pleased to announce that senior Ashley Cantrall has been named September 2009 Student of the Month. Ashley,
daughter of Ward and Michele Cantrall, was chosen by the staff and faculty of RHS based on attendance, academics, effort, conduct,
cooperation, dependability, leadership, school involvement and service to others. Ashley will receive a $25 INB VISA Gift Card from Illinois
National Bank and will be eligible for 2009-2010 Student of the Year honors at graduation. Ashley’s activities include basketball (four years),
softball (four years), volleyball (two years), National Honor Society (three years), yearbook staff (three years), S.A.D.D. (four years), Key Club
(two years), Student Government Association (two years), Spanish club (three years), Hawk Pride (four years), student librarian (two years),
RMS Softball Student Coach (two years), WYSE (2009) and Drama productions: Annie, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Dreamfest (fall 2009).
Some of Ashley’s high school accomplishments include awards for Health (2008), Spanish III (2009), IHSA Scholar Athlete (2009) and
Yearbook Editor, S.A.D.D President and Key Club officer. She was also recently named as the RHS D.A.R. Award winner. Ashley plans on
attending college to pursue a career in medicine.
Riverton village board approves purchase of new Christmas
decorations
The Riverton Village Board met Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. Their first vote was to approve the minutes from Nov. 2 and the bills for payment, both
5-0 (Trustee Cathy Black was not present). No one from the public was on the agenda to speak. (more)
decorations
The Riverton Village Board met Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. Their first vote was to approve the minutes from Nov. 2 and the bills for payment, both
5-0 (Trustee Cathy Black was not present). No one from the public was on the agenda to speak. (more)
RHS Madrigals Dec. 12-13
On Dec. 12-13, Riverton High School will be presenting the annual Madrigal Dinners. This event, in the style of a 17th Century Medieval
Festival, will involve over 40 high school performers, including the highly select Madrigal Singers group. Join us for a holiday concert full
of pageantry, fun, song and a full catered meal. The dinners will take place in the Old Gymnasium in the high school, beginning at 7 p.m.
Saturday (doors open at 6:15 p.m.) and 4 p.m. Sunday (doors open at 3:15 p.m.) In order to obtain tickets, you may either call Julie Klebe
at 629-7733 or purchase tickets from 3:30-4 p.m. in the Fine Arts Foyer before the grades 5-12 Holiday Celebration Concert Dec. 6.
Tickets should also be available at the door, costing $15. Join us to reign in the holiday season with an event that is truly magical.
On Dec. 12-13, Riverton High School will be presenting the annual Madrigal Dinners. This event, in the style of a 17th Century Medieval
Festival, will involve over 40 high school performers, including the highly select Madrigal Singers group. Join us for a holiday concert full
of pageantry, fun, song and a full catered meal. The dinners will take place in the Old Gymnasium in the high school, beginning at 7 p.m.
Saturday (doors open at 6:15 p.m.) and 4 p.m. Sunday (doors open at 3:15 p.m.) In order to obtain tickets, you may either call Julie Klebe
at 629-7733 or purchase tickets from 3:30-4 p.m. in the Fine Arts Foyer before the grades 5-12 Holiday Celebration Concert Dec. 6.
Tickets should also be available at the door, costing $15. Join us to reign in the holiday season with an event that is truly magical.
Bret Thixton named October Student of the Month at RHS
Riverton High School is pleased to announce that senior Bret Thixton has been named October 2009 Student of the Month. Bret, son of Jerry
and Song Thixton, was chosen by the staff and faculty of RHS based on attendance, academics, effort, conduct, cooperation, dependability,
leadership, school involvement and service to others. Bret will receive a $25 INB VISA Gift Card from Illinois National Bank and will be
eligible for 2009-2010 Student of the Year honors at graduation. Bret’s activities include baseball (four years), golf (four years), SADD (four
years), Key Club (four years), Hawk Pride (four years), Student Government (current President), Spanish Club (two years), Class President
(three years), National Honor Society (three years) and being nominated for Prom and Homecoming Court. Some of Bret’s high school
accomplishments include the Illini Scholar Athlete Award, Gold Glove Baseball Award, Economic Award, Statistic Award and Sons of
American Revolution Award. He was also chosen, out of 25 students in the state of Illinois, for a summer career research internship at SIU
School of Medicine with the American Cancer Society. During a golf match his junior year, Thixton saved a fellow golfer’s life by applying the
Heimlich maneuver and dislodging food stuck in his throat. He was born on an Air Force base near Rapid City, S.D. Bret plans on
attending Illinois College or Southern Illinois University Edwardsville to major in Pre-Med or Pre-Dental. After college, he would like to join
the Air Force as an officer or become a children’s dentist or family physician.
Riverton High School is pleased to announce that senior Bret Thixton has been named October 2009 Student of the Month. Bret, son of Jerry
and Song Thixton, was chosen by the staff and faculty of RHS based on attendance, academics, effort, conduct, cooperation, dependability,
leadership, school involvement and service to others. Bret will receive a $25 INB VISA Gift Card from Illinois National Bank and will be
eligible for 2009-2010 Student of the Year honors at graduation. Bret’s activities include baseball (four years), golf (four years), SADD (four
years), Key Club (four years), Hawk Pride (four years), Student Government (current President), Spanish Club (two years), Class President
(three years), National Honor Society (three years) and being nominated for Prom and Homecoming Court. Some of Bret’s high school
accomplishments include the Illini Scholar Athlete Award, Gold Glove Baseball Award, Economic Award, Statistic Award and Sons of
American Revolution Award. He was also chosen, out of 25 students in the state of Illinois, for a summer career research internship at SIU
School of Medicine with the American Cancer Society. During a golf match his junior year, Thixton saved a fellow golfer’s life by applying the
Heimlich maneuver and dislodging food stuck in his throat. He was born on an Air Force base near Rapid City, S.D. Bret plans on
attending Illinois College or Southern Illinois University Edwardsville to major in Pre-Med or Pre-Dental. After college, he would like to join
the Air Force as an officer or become a children’s dentist or family physician.
BRETT THIXTON
Cub Scout Pack 46 conducting clothing drive, hosting Senior
Luncheon
Riverton Pack 46 Cub Scouts is doing an annual clothing drive for the needy and would like as much support as possible. We have many
children in our area that are in need.We need coats, hats, gloves, scarves, pants, long sleeve shirts, underwear, socks and boots of all
sizes. We would appreciate any help we can get. We will be accepting all donations Dec. 15 at the Riverton KC Hall, or you may contact Tina
at 415-0822 and leave a message to be picked up.
Riverton Cub Scout Pack 46 cordially invites all seniors of the Village of Riverton to our Annual Senior Luncheon on Dec. 13. The luncheon
will be served from 12:30-3:30 p.m. at the Eagles Club at 7075 Old Decatur Rd. in Riverton. We will be serving a “Traditional Holiday Meal”
with “all the trimmings.” Delivery will be available to those unable to attend for medical or transportation reasons. Riverton Cub Scouts Pack
46 receives such positive support from you, our community, that we present this luncheon as a way to show our appreciation and to say
“thank you.” You may contact Tim at 299-5502 or Tina at 415-0822 for delivery.
Luncheon
Riverton Pack 46 Cub Scouts is doing an annual clothing drive for the needy and would like as much support as possible. We have many
children in our area that are in need.We need coats, hats, gloves, scarves, pants, long sleeve shirts, underwear, socks and boots of all
sizes. We would appreciate any help we can get. We will be accepting all donations Dec. 15 at the Riverton KC Hall, or you may contact Tina
at 415-0822 and leave a message to be picked up.
Riverton Cub Scout Pack 46 cordially invites all seniors of the Village of Riverton to our Annual Senior Luncheon on Dec. 13. The luncheon
will be served from 12:30-3:30 p.m. at the Eagles Club at 7075 Old Decatur Rd. in Riverton. We will be serving a “Traditional Holiday Meal”
with “all the trimmings.” Delivery will be available to those unable to attend for medical or transportation reasons. Riverton Cub Scouts Pack
46 receives such positive support from you, our community, that we present this luncheon as a way to show our appreciation and to say
“thank you.” You may contact Tim at 299-5502 or Tina at 415-0822 for delivery.
School board members take issue with board president;
officer terms shortened
The Riverton School Board met Dec. 14 at 6 p.m. in at the elementary school cafeteria; there were approximately 30 students, parents and
teachers in the audience. A truth in taxation hearing was held immediately following the roll call, and it was open to anyone for comment.
(more)
officer terms shortened
The Riverton School Board met Dec. 14 at 6 p.m. in at the elementary school cafeteria; there were approximately 30 students, parents and
teachers in the audience. A truth in taxation hearing was held immediately following the roll call, and it was open to anyone for comment.
(more)
Raycraft constructs Santa house
Bobby Raycraft recently constructed a Santa House for the Village of Riverton for his Eagle Scout project. (more)
Bobby Raycraft recently constructed a Santa House for the Village of Riverton for his Eagle Scout project. (more)
BOBBY RAYCRAFT
Village Board approves zoning requests, reverses committee recommendation
on one of them; Trustee Black resigns
The Village of Riverton held a Truth in Taxation hearing at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 21. Treasurer Tim Laffey began, stating last year $141,300 was received; this year $159,975 is proposed.
(more)
on one of them; Trustee Black resigns
The Village of Riverton held a Truth in Taxation hearing at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 21. Treasurer Tim Laffey began, stating last year $141,300 was received; this year $159,975 is proposed.
(more)
Zoning Committee meets
The Zoning Committee for the Village of Riverton met beginning at 6 p.m. Dec. 16 to hear public comments on two agenda items. (more)
The Zoning Committee for the Village of Riverton met beginning at 6 p.m. Dec. 16 to hear public comments on two agenda items. (more)
Village of Spaulding November Board Meeting Minutes
The December meeting called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Mark Urban. Roll call was taken: All Present are: Ed Egnott, Brian Cuffle, Jeff
Hubbs, Dan Sexton, Mary Ann Burge and Amy Cunningham. (more)
The December meeting called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Mark Urban. Roll call was taken: All Present are: Ed Egnott, Brian Cuffle, Jeff
Hubbs, Dan Sexton, Mary Ann Burge and Amy Cunningham. (more)
Riverton Village Board appoints new FOIA officer
To account for tougher restrictions on the state’s Freedom of Information Act laws, the Riverton Village Board on Monday night appointed clerk Tiffany McCullough to be the chief
compliance officer. (more)
To account for tougher restrictions on the state’s Freedom of Information Act laws, the Riverton Village Board on Monday night appointed clerk Tiffany McCullough to be the chief
compliance officer. (more)
Clear Lake Family Wishes program a huge success
The 2009 donations and fundraising efforts totaled over $9300 this year for the Family Wishes Program. A total of 51 families totaling 202 people were assisted this year. (more)
The 2009 donations and fundraising efforts totaled over $9300 this year for the Family Wishes Program. A total of 51 families totaling 202 people were assisted this year. (more)
Math program discussed at school board meeting
The Riverton School Board met Jan. 11 beginning at 6 p.m. The regular and closed session minutes from Dec. 14, and treasurer’s, revenue and expenditure reports were
motioned for a vote by Scott McClure, seconded by Pam Cuffle, and these were all approved 7-0. (more)
The Riverton School Board met Jan. 11 beginning at 6 p.m. The regular and closed session minutes from Dec. 14, and treasurer’s, revenue and expenditure reports were
motioned for a vote by Scott McClure, seconded by Pam Cuffle, and these were all approved 7-0. (more)
Spaulding Village Board December meeting minutes
The December meeting of the Spaulding Village Board was called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Mark Urban. (more)
The December meeting of the Spaulding Village Board was called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Mark Urban. (more)
Riverton Athletic Club $10,000 dinner April 17
Tickets are available for this year’s RAC $10,000 Dinner. It is a fun-filled evening that includes a great prime rib dinner, refreshments, good music, 50/50 drawing and $10,000 in
cash prizes. The big winner walks away with $5000. This year’s dinner will be April 17. If you are interested in buying a ticket, please contact Jim Good at 629-7450. Did you know
that the Riverton Athletic Club was founded in 1937 and is a not-for-profit organization that organizes and supports Riverton Youth Baseball. The primary goal of the RAC is to
provide a good recreational baseball league for our area youth. The RAC owns and maintains the two baseball diamonds that are adjacent to the Riverton Middle School on
Lincoln Street. The Riverton School District leases the ball diamonds during the middle school and high school baseball and softball seasons. The RAC receives its revenue from
the fundraiser above plus a few others to pay for upkeep and improvements, utilities, insurance and property taxes. If you would be interested in becoming a member or getting
involved, give us a call.
Tickets are available for this year’s RAC $10,000 Dinner. It is a fun-filled evening that includes a great prime rib dinner, refreshments, good music, 50/50 drawing and $10,000 in
cash prizes. The big winner walks away with $5000. This year’s dinner will be April 17. If you are interested in buying a ticket, please contact Jim Good at 629-7450. Did you know
that the Riverton Athletic Club was founded in 1937 and is a not-for-profit organization that organizes and supports Riverton Youth Baseball. The primary goal of the RAC is to
provide a good recreational baseball league for our area youth. The RAC owns and maintains the two baseball diamonds that are adjacent to the Riverton Middle School on
Lincoln Street. The Riverton School District leases the ball diamonds during the middle school and high school baseball and softball seasons. The RAC receives its revenue from
the fundraiser above plus a few others to pay for upkeep and improvements, utilities, insurance and property taxes. If you would be interested in becoming a member or getting
involved, give us a call.
Riverton Village Board discusses incentives to entice future developers
The Riverton Village Board met Jan. 19 at 7 p.m. Trustee Joe Bartley was not in attendance. There were six people in the audience. The minutes from Jan. 4 and bills were
approved 3-0, with Trustee Tina Raycraft abstaining, because she was not at that meeting. (more)
The Riverton Village Board met Jan. 19 at 7 p.m. Trustee Joe Bartley was not in attendance. There were six people in the audience. The minutes from Jan. 4 and bills were
approved 3-0, with Trustee Tina Raycraft abstaining, because she was not at that meeting. (more)
RMS Academy Week to undergo changes
Academy Week at Riverton Middle School is headed for some major changes in the spring, according to Principal Fred Lamkey and coordinator Michaela Campbell. Middle school
students receive extra help in reading, writing and math during intersession.
In the past, this additional instruction was provided to students by grade level and students were generally selected based on current grades in reading, writing, and math.
Classes covered material that was taught the previous quarter in hopes to cover material that students did not understand from that quarter. Spring Academy Week and future
remedial courses will focus more on individual student needs based upon MAP scores.
“Our programs were meeting the needs of students, but we are becoming more familiar with MAP testing results, and we are learning how to use the assessment date to better
prepare for intersession classes,” said Lamkey. “We are becoming more aware of specific needs as we improve our data collection.” MAP testing has helped better identify lower-
achieving students, noted Lamkey, whose school has been modeling “what we are doing from the elementary school. We have better data and we will be better able to serve our
students,” he said.
Academy Week at Riverton Middle School is headed for some major changes in the spring, according to Principal Fred Lamkey and coordinator Michaela Campbell. Middle school
students receive extra help in reading, writing and math during intersession.
In the past, this additional instruction was provided to students by grade level and students were generally selected based on current grades in reading, writing, and math.
Classes covered material that was taught the previous quarter in hopes to cover material that students did not understand from that quarter. Spring Academy Week and future
remedial courses will focus more on individual student needs based upon MAP scores.
“Our programs were meeting the needs of students, but we are becoming more familiar with MAP testing results, and we are learning how to use the assessment date to better
prepare for intersession classes,” said Lamkey. “We are becoming more aware of specific needs as we improve our data collection.” MAP testing has helped better identify lower-
achieving students, noted Lamkey, whose school has been modeling “what we are doing from the elementary school. We have better data and we will be better able to serve our
students,” he said.
RMS raising funds for Haiti
Attention RMS Students and Families: For the next two weeks, please join Student Council in supporting our “Hearts for Haiti” Program. We are wanting to do our part to donate to
the support of aiding those in Haiti. You can help in two ways.
1). Donate to our Red Cross Drive! Each grade level can bring in supplies that will then be given to the Red Cross and put together for hygiene kits that we will send over to help
the cause. Fifth Graders: Bring in washcloths or Hand Towels (16”x 28”) Sixth Graders: Bring Wide- Tooth Combs Seventh Graders: Bring in bars of soap Eighth Graders: Bring in
Toothbrushes (in original packing) and Standard Size Band–Aids. 2). Bring in any spare change. Donation jars are located in your homeroom class. All donations will be sent to
an Organization that is again supporting the cause. We will continue our supplies drive and fundraising for the first two weeks of February.Your last day to donate will be Feb. 12.
There is also a dance for seventh and eighth graders Feb. 12 from 6-8 p.m. in the cafeteria.
Casual dress and admission is $2 per student, with half of the money to be donated to Haiti victims (the other half will fund the dance). Only RMS students can attend; further
donations will be accepted to help support Haiti victims.
Attention RMS Students and Families: For the next two weeks, please join Student Council in supporting our “Hearts for Haiti” Program. We are wanting to do our part to donate to
the support of aiding those in Haiti. You can help in two ways.
1). Donate to our Red Cross Drive! Each grade level can bring in supplies that will then be given to the Red Cross and put together for hygiene kits that we will send over to help
the cause. Fifth Graders: Bring in washcloths or Hand Towels (16”x 28”) Sixth Graders: Bring Wide- Tooth Combs Seventh Graders: Bring in bars of soap Eighth Graders: Bring in
Toothbrushes (in original packing) and Standard Size Band–Aids. 2). Bring in any spare change. Donation jars are located in your homeroom class. All donations will be sent to
an Organization that is again supporting the cause. We will continue our supplies drive and fundraising for the first two weeks of February.Your last day to donate will be Feb. 12.
There is also a dance for seventh and eighth graders Feb. 12 from 6-8 p.m. in the cafeteria.
Casual dress and admission is $2 per student, with half of the money to be donated to Haiti victims (the other half will fund the dance). Only RMS students can attend; further
donations will be accepted to help support Haiti victims.
