Newsletter Early Week
Two golfers record aces Saturday in Elsberry
Even though the weather was hot this past Saturday, golfers at Sun Valley Golf course were even hotter.
Local bank collects funds for backpack, book programs
ELSBERRY - Two valuable programs at Elsberry Schools are getting a financial boost from local bank First Mid.
Mauzy finishes third at state golf
For the second straight year, Elsberry High School golf player, Rex Mauzy, was able to compete in the Class 2 state tournament in May. Just a sophomore, Mauzy has been chasing the title for the last two years, placing third for a second straight year.
ECGA launches summer concert series
ELSBERRY - The Elsberry Community Growth Association kicked off the 8th Annual concert season on Saturday, with a large crowd enjoying Serapis. Vendors were on sight with items available, while families and the community enjoyed the free evening event.
Elsberry FFA wins national grassland title
SPRINGFIELD - While many of the National FFA Contest teams compete at Nationals at the end of October, one particular contest team competes in early summer.
STATE CHAMPIONS!
What do you get when you take 31 young ladies from two different schools and play 21 soccer games in 60 days?
Waste Water Plant Construction Begins
ELSBERRY - After 10 years in the making, the City of Elsberry will have a new wastewater treatment facility in about 14 months, right next to the old one. The new plant will handle up to 336,000 gallons per day and have state of the art technology in place to handle the city’s needs.
Elsberry Hosts 8th Grade Promotion
Elsberry Middle School held their annual eighth grade promotion during the final week of school. Fifty-six students have advanced in their academic achievements to be able to walk the halls of EHS next school year.
Silex Graduates 25 Seniors
Graduation day is a momentous occasion marking the culmination of years of dedication, learning and growth. The 25 graduates of Silex High School gathered with their families, friends and faculty on Sunday to celebrate this significant achievement and step forward into the next chapter of their lives.