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Tri-City Archives
Buffalo Village Board July meeting minutes
The regular July meeting of the Village of Buffalo was called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Pro-tem Bob Thaxton with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. (more)
The regular July meeting of the Village of Buffalo was called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Pro-tem Bob Thaxton with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. (more)
Education Foundation to award grants in October
The Tri-City Education Foundation will be awarding the next round of grants in October. In the past three years, the foundation has awarded over $40,000 to benefit
students in the Tri-City School District. Please consider making a donation to the foundation so we may fund as many new grants as possible in this grant cycle. The
Tri-City Education Foundation is a 501(c)3 not -for-profit corporation that accepts tax-deductible contributions. Funds donated are used to supplement, enhance and
enrich educational programs for the students of the Tri-City Schools. Funds may also be used to support innovative academic units designed to increase student
achievement. For more information, please feel free to contact Mike Holinga, President, at 364-4150 or visit the Web site at tricityschools.org/foundation.html.
The Tri-City Education Foundation will be awarding the next round of grants in October. In the past three years, the foundation has awarded over $40,000 to benefit
students in the Tri-City School District. Please consider making a donation to the foundation so we may fund as many new grants as possible in this grant cycle. The
Tri-City Education Foundation is a 501(c)3 not -for-profit corporation that accepts tax-deductible contributions. Funds donated are used to supplement, enhance and
enrich educational programs for the students of the Tri-City Schools. Funds may also be used to support innovative academic units designed to increase student
achievement. For more information, please feel free to contact Mike Holinga, President, at 364-4150 or visit the Web site at tricityschools.org/foundation.html.
T-C school board hears about possible technology purchases
By Byron Painter
Editor
In a roughly one-hour meeting last week, the Tri-City School Board heard excellent reports about summer school, hired this year’s coaches and heard a
recommendation to disburse old trophies to the community, as well as taking a tour of the building. (more)
By Byron Painter
Editor
In a roughly one-hour meeting last week, the Tri-City School Board heard excellent reports about summer school, hired this year’s coaches and heard a
recommendation to disburse old trophies to the community, as well as taking a tour of the building. (more)
Curry wins major competition at State Fair
The Illinois State Fairgrounds was full of action as it hosted a number of livestock shows, including the 2009 Jr. Grand Champion Meat Goat Competition and the Jr.
Champion Market Lamb Show. An exhausted, yet happy showman left the ring as his Boer goat was chosen as the 2009 Illinois State Fair Grand Champion. Chris
Curry, the 17-year-old son of Mike and Patty Curry of Dawson, walked away knowing his 76-pound goat would be sold in the Governor’s Sale of Champions. He
plans to put the money he raised at the sale toward a new Chevy truck. Chris is an active 4H and FFA member. He attends Tri-City High School, where he also plays
soccer and baseball for the Tornadoes. He has five siblings and says showing goats runs in the family. He looks forward to helping and watching his little brother
Zach show in the future. After school, Chris plans to join the Air Force.
The Illinois State Fairgrounds was full of action as it hosted a number of livestock shows, including the 2009 Jr. Grand Champion Meat Goat Competition and the Jr.
Champion Market Lamb Show. An exhausted, yet happy showman left the ring as his Boer goat was chosen as the 2009 Illinois State Fair Grand Champion. Chris
Curry, the 17-year-old son of Mike and Patty Curry of Dawson, walked away knowing his 76-pound goat would be sold in the Governor’s Sale of Champions. He
plans to put the money he raised at the sale toward a new Chevy truck. Chris is an active 4H and FFA member. He attends Tri-City High School, where he also plays
soccer and baseball for the Tornadoes. He has five siblings and says showing goats runs in the family. He looks forward to helping and watching his little brother
Zach show in the future. After school, Chris plans to join the Air Force.
Village of Mechanicsburg July Meeting Minutes
After the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call was taken. Trustees Shoaff, Hohimer, Metcalf and Aarup were present; Rogers was present at the end of the meeting, and
Payton was absent. (more)
After the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call was taken. Trustees Shoaff, Hohimer, Metcalf and Aarup were present; Rogers was present at the end of the meeting, and
Payton was absent. (more)
Civil War-era concert in Buffalo Sept. 19
The Village of Buffalo will celebrate its 155th birthday and kick off the 2010 Census awareness at 4 p.m. Sept. 19 in the Buffalo Village Park.
The Vintage Brass Band will provide the entertainment. The band will play American brass music from the 1830s—1890s and narration between pieces will provide
a historical perspective on the musical, political and social climate in Buffalo at various points in history. Ice cream and cake will be served. In case of inclement
weather, everything will be moved to the all-purpose room at Tri-City High School. Admission is free. A lawn chair or blanket is encouraged. The Village thanks Town
& Country Bank, a branch of Logan County Bank, for their donation to this event.
The Village of Buffalo will celebrate its 155th birthday and kick off the 2010 Census awareness at 4 p.m. Sept. 19 in the Buffalo Village Park.
The Vintage Brass Band will provide the entertainment. The band will play American brass music from the 1830s—1890s and narration between pieces will provide
a historical perspective on the musical, political and social climate in Buffalo at various points in history. Ice cream and cake will be served. In case of inclement
weather, everything will be moved to the all-purpose room at Tri-City High School. Admission is free. A lawn chair or blanket is encouraged. The Village thanks Town
& Country Bank, a branch of Logan County Bank, for their donation to this event.
Dawson Village Board August meeting minutes
The regularly scheduled August village board meeting of the Village of Dawson was called to order by Mayor Bob Day. Trustees present were Joan Davis; Violet
Blose; John Reilly and Jami Sponsler. (more)
The regularly scheduled August village board meeting of the Village of Dawson was called to order by Mayor Bob Day. Trustees present were Joan Davis; Violet
Blose; John Reilly and Jami Sponsler. (more)
Tri-City Education Foundation News
At the September meeting, the Tri-City Education Foundation elected Kathy Kilhoffer Vice President and Debbie Moore and Laurie Patrick Directors. The Board also
set Saturday, March 27, 2010 as the date for the annual Dinner and Auction Fundraiser. Please hold the date.
The Foundation will be awarding the next round of grants Oct. 19. In the past three years, the foundation has awarded over $40,000 to benefit students in the Tri-City
School District. Please consider making a donation to the foundation so we may fund as many new grants as possible in this grant cycle. The Tri-City Education
Foundation is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation that accepts tax-deductible contributions. Funds donated are used to supplement, enhance and enrich educational
programs for the students of the Tri-City Schools. Funds may also be used to support innovative academic units designed to increase student achievement. For
more information, please feel free to contact Mike Holinga, President, at 364-4150 or visit the Web site at tricityschools.org/foundation.html.
At the September meeting, the Tri-City Education Foundation elected Kathy Kilhoffer Vice President and Debbie Moore and Laurie Patrick Directors. The Board also
set Saturday, March 27, 2010 as the date for the annual Dinner and Auction Fundraiser. Please hold the date.
The Foundation will be awarding the next round of grants Oct. 19. In the past three years, the foundation has awarded over $40,000 to benefit students in the Tri-City
School District. Please consider making a donation to the foundation so we may fund as many new grants as possible in this grant cycle. The Tri-City Education
Foundation is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation that accepts tax-deductible contributions. Funds donated are used to supplement, enhance and enrich educational
programs for the students of the Tri-City Schools. Funds may also be used to support innovative academic units designed to increase student achievement. For
more information, please feel free to contact Mike Holinga, President, at 364-4150 or visit the Web site at tricityschools.org/foundation.html.
Tri-City Schools enrollment up
By Byron Painter
Editor
Enrollment in the Tri-City School District is up from last year, the administrators reported at the school board
meeting last Thursday. (more)
By Byron Painter
Editor
Enrollment in the Tri-City School District is up from last year, the administrators reported at the school board
meeting last Thursday. (more)
Tri-City Pride Sports Boosters Sept. 16 meeting
minutes
The Sept. 16 meeting of the Tri-City Pride Sports Boosters was called to order by President Dana Hunt at 6:30 p.m.
(more)
minutes
The Sept. 16 meeting of the Tri-City Pride Sports Boosters was called to order by President Dana Hunt at 6:30 p.m.
(more)
Mechanicsburg Village Board August meeting
minutes
The Village of Mechanicsburg August board meeting was held Aug. 3. (more)
minutes
The Village of Mechanicsburg August board meeting was held Aug. 3. (more)
Brunson named Commended Student in National
Merit Scholarship Program
Principal Duane Schupp of Tri-City High School is pleased to announce that Griffin Brunson has been named a
Commended Student in the 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program. Griffin is the son of Mike and Beth Brunson
of Dawson.
“Griffin has provided an excellent example to our students by taking full advantage of the opportunities at Tri-City to
reach his goals,” said Schupp. “We are very proud of his accomplishments, and are certain Griffin is on his way to
being a leader in his community.”
About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic
promise. Commended Students placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered
the 2010 competition by taking the 2008 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.
Merit Scholarship Program
Principal Duane Schupp of Tri-City High School is pleased to announce that Griffin Brunson has been named a
Commended Student in the 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program. Griffin is the son of Mike and Beth Brunson
of Dawson.
“Griffin has provided an excellent example to our students by taking full advantage of the opportunities at Tri-City to
reach his goals,” said Schupp. “We are very proud of his accomplishments, and are certain Griffin is on his way to
being a leader in his community.”
About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic
promise. Commended Students placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered
the 2010 competition by taking the 2008 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.
GRIFFIN BRUNSON
Dawson Village Board September meeting minutes
The regularly scheduled September meeting of the Dawson Village Board was called to order by Mayor Robert Day.
(more)
The regularly scheduled September meeting of the Dawson Village Board was called to order by Mayor Robert Day.
(more)
Tigers compete at Pawnee Relays
The Tri-City Tigers competed April 4 at the Pawnee Relays. The girls won their side with 50 points, ahead of CES
(46) and Pawnee (28). This was not your usual track meet, instead using ‘relays’ in all events. T-C won the hurdles
shuttle (Grace Dean, Hailey Daniels, Kitty Justice and Kyla Haukap). The Lady Tigers were second in the 400 relay
(Haukap, Daniels, Lindsey Downing and Justice) and also in the distance medley (Dominique Schupp, Kara
Ostermeier, Dean and Adrianah Smaga). T-C placed third in the 800 relay (Abbey Paul, Sarah Nutt, Ostermeier and
Schupp). The Lady Tigers earned second place finishes in the sprint medley (Dean, Ostermeier, Nutt and
Downing) and in the 1600 relay (Schupp, Downing, Ostermeier and Justice). The other four events, T-C took first in
all of them.
In the shot put relay, Maggie Mosley and Erika Taylor did the honors, and the same duo shared honors in the
discus relay. Downing and Justice claimed top billing in the long jump relay, and Daniels and Haukap did the
same in the high jump relay.
The boys finished second with 40 points, behind Pawnee (62). The Tigers were second in the hurdles shuttle
(Jared Sieber, Dustin Noble, Devon Matthews and Tyler Capps), in the 400 relay (Colton Booth, Mason Lyons, Cody
Hanson and Larry Kurina) and in the 800 relay (Capps, Gage Marinelli, Matthews and Sieber). T-C placed third in
the distance medley (Capps, Dylan Antonacci, Noble and Lyons). The Tigers, with Booth, Lyons, Hanson and
Kurina doing the honors, won the sprint medley. In the 400 co-ed relay, the Tigers were third, with Kurina and Booth
joining Haukap and Daniels. The Tigers were third in the 1600 relay (Lyons, Sieber, Matthews and Devin
Callerman). The Tigers won the shot put relay, thanks to Kurina and Ethan Rhodes, and they were second in the
discus relay (Andrew Kirby and Hanson) and in the high jump relay (Booth and Noble). In the long jump relay,
Capps and Matthews combined to finish third.
The Tri-City Tigers competed April 4 at the Pawnee Relays. The girls won their side with 50 points, ahead of CES
(46) and Pawnee (28). This was not your usual track meet, instead using ‘relays’ in all events. T-C won the hurdles
shuttle (Grace Dean, Hailey Daniels, Kitty Justice and Kyla Haukap). The Lady Tigers were second in the 400 relay
(Haukap, Daniels, Lindsey Downing and Justice) and also in the distance medley (Dominique Schupp, Kara
Ostermeier, Dean and Adrianah Smaga). T-C placed third in the 800 relay (Abbey Paul, Sarah Nutt, Ostermeier and
Schupp). The Lady Tigers earned second place finishes in the sprint medley (Dean, Ostermeier, Nutt and
Downing) and in the 1600 relay (Schupp, Downing, Ostermeier and Justice). The other four events, T-C took first in
all of them.
In the shot put relay, Maggie Mosley and Erika Taylor did the honors, and the same duo shared honors in the
discus relay. Downing and Justice claimed top billing in the long jump relay, and Daniels and Haukap did the
same in the high jump relay.
The boys finished second with 40 points, behind Pawnee (62). The Tigers were second in the hurdles shuttle
(Jared Sieber, Dustin Noble, Devon Matthews and Tyler Capps), in the 400 relay (Colton Booth, Mason Lyons, Cody
Hanson and Larry Kurina) and in the 800 relay (Capps, Gage Marinelli, Matthews and Sieber). T-C placed third in
the distance medley (Capps, Dylan Antonacci, Noble and Lyons). The Tigers, with Booth, Lyons, Hanson and
Kurina doing the honors, won the sprint medley. In the 400 co-ed relay, the Tigers were third, with Kurina and Booth
joining Haukap and Daniels. The Tigers were third in the 1600 relay (Lyons, Sieber, Matthews and Devin
Callerman). The Tigers won the shot put relay, thanks to Kurina and Ethan Rhodes, and they were second in the
discus relay (Andrew Kirby and Hanson) and in the high jump relay (Booth and Noble). In the long jump relay,
Capps and Matthews combined to finish third.
Lady Tornadoes blank Riverton
Both Tri-City and Riverton’s softball teams scored zero earned runs last Friday, but the Lady Tornadoes emerged
with an 8-0 win thanks to five Riverton errors. (more)
Both Tri-City and Riverton’s softball teams scored zero earned runs last Friday, but the Lady Tornadoes emerged
with an 8-0 win thanks to five Riverton errors. (more)
Emmett Kilhoffer competes for the
Riverton/Tri-City track team Saturday
at the Rochester Invitational.
Riverton/Tri-City track team Saturday
at the Rochester Invitational.
Lady Tigers 7th graders win own track invite
The Tri-City Lady Tigers seventh grade track team won its own invitational Saturday. (more)
The Tri-City Lady Tigers seventh grade track team won its own invitational Saturday. (more)
Tri-City students made up two teams within
the Rochester’s Summer Baseball Mustang
League. The team sponsored by Steak ‘n’
Shake won the 2009 Championship. The
team went 9-4 and was the top-seeded team
in the tournament. The Steak ‘n’ Shake team
was one of the youngest teams in the
league, with many second graders and a few
fourth graders. The Steak ‘n’ Shake team
won the championship game 7-2 under the
lights in Rochester’s top billing that evening.
The experience and accumulation of a year’s
work to reach that point was evident in the
sportsmanship shown toward each other as
well as the opponent.
Pictured, back row, from left to right: Coach
Krider, Gage Krider, Steven Price, Dan
Robinson, Bry Long, Alex Bruno and Coach
Bruno. Front row: David Haage, Aaron
Fishburn, Logan Dilley, Ben Pickrell and Jack
Greimer. Not pictured are Demetrius Schupp,
Hunter Johnson and coaches Duane Schupp
and Steve Dilley.
the Rochester’s Summer Baseball Mustang
League. The team sponsored by Steak ‘n’
Shake won the 2009 Championship. The
team went 9-4 and was the top-seeded team
in the tournament. The Steak ‘n’ Shake team
was one of the youngest teams in the
league, with many second graders and a few
fourth graders. The Steak ‘n’ Shake team
won the championship game 7-2 under the
lights in Rochester’s top billing that evening.
The experience and accumulation of a year’s
work to reach that point was evident in the
sportsmanship shown toward each other as
well as the opponent.
Pictured, back row, from left to right: Coach
Krider, Gage Krider, Steven Price, Dan
Robinson, Bry Long, Alex Bruno and Coach
Bruno. Front row: David Haage, Aaron
Fishburn, Logan Dilley, Ben Pickrell and Jack
Greimer. Not pictured are Demetrius Schupp,
Hunter Johnson and coaches Duane Schupp
and Steve Dilley.
The Tri-City Junior High School students of
the month were Lexi Robinson, Michael
Lascody and Christa Mikuleza.
the month were Lexi Robinson, Michael
Lascody and Christa Mikuleza.
School board discusses technology projects, ISAT
scores
By Byron Painter
Editor
The technology focus for the Tri-City School District continues, as technology was one of the main topics of
discussion at the school board meeting last Thursday. (more)
scores
By Byron Painter
Editor
The technology focus for the Tri-City School District continues, as technology was one of the main topics of
discussion at the school board meeting last Thursday. (more)
Buffalo Village Board September meeting minutes
The regular September meeting of the Village of Buffalo was called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Bill Vetter with the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. (more)
The regular September meeting of the Village of Buffalo was called to order at 7 p.m. by Mayor Bill Vetter with the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. (more)
Education Foundation awards grants
The Tri-City Education Foundation has awarded grants to the following individuals.
Debra Crowe: $292. This grant will provide funding for the Spanish II class field trip to Chicago to visit the Mexican Fine Arts Museum and attend a three-part Spanish
Music and Heritage Presentation.
Dave Bruno: $2266. Funding for this project will be used to convert the school computer lab into a video conferencing room for all grade levels. In addition technology
will be added to create an individual learning environment for college classes and interactive lessons.
Kara Cummins/Duane Schupp: $1525. This grant will allow Preschool through seventh grade students to experience museum quality 3-D programs in grade level
groups. The programming will serve to reinforce what students are currently studying and is presented in a large dome structure.
Katie Vasel: $323. This grant will purchase hand drums and wood blocks for the elementary general music program. This purchase will allow the school to meet
Illinois Learning Standards for Fine Arts.
Kara Cummins: $968.80. This project will allow the elementary school to start building a curriculum library of hands-on manipulatives for teachers to check out
during the school year.
Donna Kirby: $480.13. This grant will provide funding to purchase software needed to produce the school yearbook. There are still many unmet needs for the
students of the Tri-City Schools. Please consider making a contribution so we may meet those needs.
The Tri-City Education Foundation is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation that accepts tax deductible contributions. Funds donated are used to supplement, enhance
and enrich educational programs for the students of the Tri-City Schools. Funds may also be used to support innovative academic units designed to increase
student achievement. For more information, please feel free to contact Mike Holinga, President, at 364-4150 or Kathy Kilhoffer, Vice-President at 364-4771.
Contributions may be made to the Tri-City Education Foundation, PO Box 290, Buffalo, IL 62515.
The Tri-City Education Foundation has awarded grants to the following individuals.
Debra Crowe: $292. This grant will provide funding for the Spanish II class field trip to Chicago to visit the Mexican Fine Arts Museum and attend a three-part Spanish
Music and Heritage Presentation.
Dave Bruno: $2266. Funding for this project will be used to convert the school computer lab into a video conferencing room for all grade levels. In addition technology
will be added to create an individual learning environment for college classes and interactive lessons.
Kara Cummins/Duane Schupp: $1525. This grant will allow Preschool through seventh grade students to experience museum quality 3-D programs in grade level
groups. The programming will serve to reinforce what students are currently studying and is presented in a large dome structure.
Katie Vasel: $323. This grant will purchase hand drums and wood blocks for the elementary general music program. This purchase will allow the school to meet
Illinois Learning Standards for Fine Arts.
Kara Cummins: $968.80. This project will allow the elementary school to start building a curriculum library of hands-on manipulatives for teachers to check out
during the school year.
Donna Kirby: $480.13. This grant will provide funding to purchase software needed to produce the school yearbook. There are still many unmet needs for the
students of the Tri-City Schools. Please consider making a contribution so we may meet those needs.
The Tri-City Education Foundation is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation that accepts tax deductible contributions. Funds donated are used to supplement, enhance
and enrich educational programs for the students of the Tri-City Schools. Funds may also be used to support innovative academic units designed to increase
student achievement. For more information, please feel free to contact Mike Holinga, President, at 364-4150 or Kathy Kilhoffer, Vice-President at 364-4771.
Contributions may be made to the Tri-City Education Foundation, PO Box 290, Buffalo, IL 62515.
Mechanicsburg Village Board September meeting minutes
The regular Mechanicsburg Village Board September meeting was held Sept. 8 with Mayor Trew, Trustees Shoaff, Hohimer, Rogers, Metcalf, Aarup and Payton
present, along with Secretary Berndt and Treasurer Kriener. (more)
The regular Mechanicsburg Village Board September meeting was held Sept. 8 with Mayor Trew, Trustees Shoaff, Hohimer, Rogers, Metcalf, Aarup and Payton
present, along with Secretary Berndt and Treasurer Kriener. (more)
Lady Tornadoes drill Athens, Southeast
Host Buffalo Tri-City scored all its runs in the first two frames in a 7-1 win over Athens last Wednesday. T-C scored
once in the first before exploding for six markers in the second inning. Kristen Norvell and Amanda Sponsler both
had run-scoring singles in the second frame, and Ally Hunt ripped a run-scoring double. Sponsler gave up only
three hits in the circle, fanning 10 and walking two along the way.
Monday, the Lady Tornadoes set a new school record with their 15th win as they routed Southeast 15-2 in five
innings. T-C had six-run innings in the second and third and added three more in the fourth. Sponsler got the win,
scattering two hits and striking out four.
Sponsler also had a double as part of a three-hit, five RBI day. Kenzie Johnson (three runs scored) had a triple and
finished 2-of-4, and Stephanie Watkins also had a triple. The J-V team also won, 13-1, as Kristi Price struck out five.
Ashley McMahon had three hits, and Stevi Jo Dierkes and Shelby Moore added two hits.
Tri-City downed Morrisonville Tuesday 4-1 in an MSM clash. Sponsler allowed only three hits and a run in the first
frame. She struck out seven and did not allow an earned run. The Lady Tornadoes scored single tallies in the
second and fifth, and two runs in the fourth. Hunt had a double and was 3-for-3 with one RBI.
Host Buffalo Tri-City scored all its runs in the first two frames in a 7-1 win over Athens last Wednesday. T-C scored
once in the first before exploding for six markers in the second inning. Kristen Norvell and Amanda Sponsler both
had run-scoring singles in the second frame, and Ally Hunt ripped a run-scoring double. Sponsler gave up only
three hits in the circle, fanning 10 and walking two along the way.
Monday, the Lady Tornadoes set a new school record with their 15th win as they routed Southeast 15-2 in five
innings. T-C had six-run innings in the second and third and added three more in the fourth. Sponsler got the win,
scattering two hits and striking out four.
Sponsler also had a double as part of a three-hit, five RBI day. Kenzie Johnson (three runs scored) had a triple and
finished 2-of-4, and Stephanie Watkins also had a triple. The J-V team also won, 13-1, as Kristi Price struck out five.
Ashley McMahon had three hits, and Stevi Jo Dierkes and Shelby Moore added two hits.
Tri-City downed Morrisonville Tuesday 4-1 in an MSM clash. Sponsler allowed only three hits and a run in the first
frame. She struck out seven and did not allow an earned run. The Lady Tornadoes scored single tallies in the
second and fifth, and two runs in the fourth. Hunt had a double and was 3-for-3 with one RBI.
Several Tigers celebrate after their huge
seventh-inning comeback Saturday vs.
Macon as they won their season opener.
seventh-inning comeback Saturday vs.
Macon as they won their season opener.