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Meteor hits the Missouri news

11/30/2019

By: Andrew Lamke

A fireball meteor went across the St. Louis sky on November 11. Over 120 reports were reported to the AMS. People were also reporting that they heard a loud boom from the meteor. According to the AMS the meteor ended its soaring and ended up somewhere near Wellsville, Missouri.

There are many videos of the bright fireball meteor including one from the National Weather Service in St. Louis.
Let’s see what the NHHS students have to say about the meteor hitting in Lake St. Louis.

“I was in Washington at the park, and I saw a bluish white streak going through the sky. It was louder than thunder, and it shook my car,” said senior Brandon Young.

Junior Brande Kubiak responded by saying, “To be honest I didn’t see it or hear it, and I’m kind of disappointed because I’m so unaware of my surroundings, I can’t even hear or see a meteor.”

“It’s pretty cool that a whole meteor hit Missouri and it’s even better because it hit St. Louis, which is extremely close to us”, mentioned junior Jon Russo.

“I wish I had gotten the chance to see it because, from what I have heard about it, it was amazing and cool,” replied senior Paige Remillard.

Senior Austin Yochim responded, “I was sitting in my car, and I see a big flash in the sky, and I was outside Walmart, and it shook their windows.”

This unexpected meteor has definitely brought some attention to the staff and students at the New Haven High School.

Franklin County Sheriff’s Office . Press Release11-25-19

11/26/2019

On 11-25-19 at approximately 3 pm, a deputy performing commissary duties was speaking with inmates about their order. One inmate believed another inmate wanted a phone card and opened the cell door to see if that was true. The deputy was immediately summoned to the cell. As deputies entered the cell they located Tyler Bailey inside hanging by a piece of bedding he tied above his bunk. Deputies and medical staff initiated CPR until ambulance personnel arrived pronouncing Mr. Bailey deceased.

Mr. Bailey was observed during meal passing at breakfast and lunch. He was inside a module with a large day room and a two-story catwalk of individual cells holding 18 inmates. There were 16 inmates in the area at the time. Inmates can close the doors to their cells. There is camera’s inside the day room area of the module, however due to toilet facilities in the cells there is no camera’s inside the cell sleeping area.

The Missouri State Division of Drug and Crime Control was contacted for an independent investigation as per standard procedure. Any further information will be released by the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

Steve Pelton
Franklin County Sheriff

New Haven High School’s students tell about their Thanksgiving and fall break plans

11/26/2019

By: Keerstin Mason

One of the many things students look forward to in November is Thanksgiving and fall break-- a time where we sit down with our families from far and wide to not only chow down on some good food but to spend time with each other.

Students and staff were asked about some of their family traditions. They had this to say:

Mandy Koch, 6-12 band teacher, said, “Our family gathers together for large meals, we
play games, write Christmas lists, and plan for Black Friday shopping.”

Lydia Otten, a senior, commented: “We don't have a whole lot of traditions but we always watch the Thanksgiving parade. We always switch on and off every year where we go. One year we do Thanksgiving with our Otten side at the Lake of the Ozarks with my aunt and her family. Other years we have Thanksgiving at our own house and invite my mom’s parents over. A day filled with family and lots of good food!”

New Haven High weighed in on what their three favorite dishes were:

Mrs. Melissa Bruckerhoff, a high school special ed teacher, said, “Grandma Adele's Stuffing, Grandma Belle's Chocolate Dessert, and Deep Fried Cajun Turkey.”

Destiney Quick, a sophomore, voiced: “Turkey, some kind of sweet potato casserole, and dreamsicle salad.”

The high school also commented on what their favorite memory from Thanksgiving was.

Christina Menke, the high school biology teacher, stated, “When I was a kid, my dad, brother, and sister would spend the whole day untangling lights and standing out in the cold decorating the house. My mom wouldn't want us in the house underfoot while she was cooking. While it was mostly freezing, it was also a lot of fun. Once everything was done, we would come in and play board games.”

Keifer Paterson, a freshman, said, “Stealing my cousin’s picture and making her believe that grandma had only my picture hanging up.”

McKenzie Pecaut, a senior, expressed that, “My football team won two years in a row.”

Mrs. Melissa Bruckerhoff replied with, “When I was little, we would go to my Grandma and Grandpa Robnett's house. We would play football in the side yard, skip rocks in the creek, climb trees and play with the cats/dogs. We would also play pool or ping pong in the basement. The whole family would be there and it was so much fun playing with them. One of my favorite memories is also the year my mom bought ‘precooked’ turkeys and gave them to my dad to deep fry. She failed to mention that they were precooked! He deep-fried them as if they were raw and when we started to eat, it was like the scene from National Lampoon’s! It was dry, overcooked, chewy, and awful! Although it didn't explode like in the movie.”

More than likely you will help prepare a dish for your families for Thanksgiving since it takes more than one person to make all of the Thanksgiving food for many people. When asked what dishes they help prepare and bring, Haleigh Nicholas, a junior, said, “I love making the pumpkin pie.”

Keerstin Mason, a senior, commented: “My great grandma's secret homemade dressing.”

Peers and teachers were also asked what their top three favorite dishes are:

Jessica Underwood, a freshman, said, “Coleslaw, ham, and mac and cheese.”

Mrs. Kelsey McCroskey, a high school English teacher, commented: “It's got to be mashed potatoes and gravy, green bean casserole, and stuffing. No contest.”

Nothing is complete for students without a fall break added in. When questioned New Haven High commented about their fall break plans.

Lydia Otten, a senior, voiced: “[In the] past couple years, the day after Thanksgiving we make a trip up to Minnesota and get a Christmas tree. You’re probably thinking that is crazy. Well, my great uncle and great aunt have a cut-yourself Christmas Tree farm, and we get one for ourselves and one for my grandma since it is her brother and sister-in-law's tree farm. We also do this all in one day!”

Mrs. Mandy Koch stated, “Our family loves to attend the Christmas Parade of Lights in Washington on the Friday after Thanksgiving. It is also tradition to start putting up Christmas decorations the weekend following Thanksgiving.”

Happy Thanksgiving, New Haven!

1999 New Haven Volleyball team recognized in Cape Girardeau

11/25/2019

By: Ellie Westermeyer

Twenty years ago a young group of volleyball players started their season off hoping to end with a winning record. Turns out their season ended with a loss in a state championship match with silver medals around their necks. This began a three-year string of trips to the state tournament held in Warrensburg, Missouri. The 1999 volleyball team, coached by Julie Gerdes, was recently recognized at the MSHSAA State Volleyball Championships in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

On Saturday, November 9, 2019, the 1999 volleyball team made the trip down to Cape Girardeau to be recognized for winning second in the State Volleyball Tournament 20 years ago. Many of the players attended, as well as the coach, and their family members.

Before the Shamrocks headed to the 1999 MSHSAA Volleyball State Tournament, they had acquired a record of 17-11-3. Five of those losses came from Hermann, St. Francis Borgia, and Washington, who also earned second place in their class at the State Tournament in 1999.

Members of the 1999 Shamrocks included freshmen Kristina Bailey and Christy Schowe; sophomores Kendra Koch, Laura Brandt, Lindsay Meyer, Tracy Branson, and Carolyn Ruegge; juniors Crystal Hanks and Jamie Brown; and senior Kristi Ruegge.

The Shamrocks lost to Bernie in two sets: 16-14, 15-11.

In the championship match against a tough team from Bernie, Tracy Branson led the team with 2 blocks. Kristina Bailey and Tracy Branson each contributed 6 kills; Bailey had a 35.7% kill average. Laura Brandt led the team with 6 digs. Lindsay Meyer and Kristina Bailey served 2 aces each. Koch had 11 assists.

This young team would make their way to Warrensburg two more times, earning the State Championship in 2000 and second place in 2001, carrying on our Tradition of Excellence.

New Haven Elementary School Announces 1st Quarter Honor Roll

11/25/2019

3rd Grade
"A" Honor Roll
Easton Bailey
Brayden Hale

“B” Honor Roll
Nevaeh Bentley
Isabelle Boehmer
Brennon Brez
Haley Bruckerhoff
Jett Cronin
Charlotte Fischer
Tristynn Grubb
Maisy Hook
William Linkinhoker
Maggie Parmentier
Ayden Pehle
Paetyn See
Ben Stringer
Zoe Zumsteg

4th Grade
"A" Honor Roll
Andrew Gildehaus
Dakota Greunke
Nathalie Monroy
Katherine Warmbrodt

"B" Honor Roll
Dylan Baker
Lillie Barker
Carter Bates
Emmeliah Bates
Austin Davis
Samantha Fleer
Elliana Gevers
Ben Gilbert
Alivia Guehne
Jase Jones
Gillyann Maune
James O'Fallon
Lydia Payne
Brooke Vunetich
Emma Watson

5th Grade
"A" Honor Roll
Savannah Olson
Addison Pehle

"B" Honor Roll
Chloe Cronin
Avery Langenberg
Emily Morrison
Cole Nieman
James Orf
Taylor Scheer

6th Grade
"A" Honor Roll
Maggie Hoener
Chesni Jones
Victoria Stringer

"B" Honor Roll
Aiden Armstrong
Makayla Kampman
Georgia Panhorst
Tatum Scheer
Lucas Seitter

Leadership Week 2019 was a success

11/24/2019

By: Dalyla Hurst

This November, Leadership Week was upon us once again where the whole high school got together for some healthy competition. The point of Leadership Week every year is to show that anyone can be a leader. This year, Leadership Week took place during the week of the 11th through the 15th, and there were twenty-two different teams.

To start off the competition this year we started with trivia. During trivia, each team gets a packet with the questions, answer sheet, and pens. This year there were a total of twenty-five questions. The team that won trivia was Jayson Tatum with five hundred points. The members of that team were Luke Gerlemann, Lauralie Grater, Emilee Hinten, Logan Senecal, William Hellmann, Lydia Shockley, Christopher Wilson, and Carter Ratcliff.

The second event that took place in the leadership tournament was cup stacking. Each team got a stack of cups and also a rubber band with five strings attached. The goal of this game was to build the biggest tower out of cups. The team that won the cup stacking was Imo’s. The members of this team were Parker Gumm, Meagan Holtmeyer, Autumn Harvey, Alyssa Sidwell, Lexi Feldmann, Grace White, Keegan Wiedemann, and Andrew Rethemeyer.

The third and final event that took place in the tournament was tug-of-war. All the members of the teams had to compete and the teams went up against each other. Jayson Tatum never lost a game and went on to win the whole thing.

A question that was asked to students was what is your opinion of the activities we did in the leadership tournament and why?

Senior Morgan Branson said, “They were all pretty fun.”

Freshman Madi McCarty commented, “Well, this was my first time being involved in the leadership tournament due to me being a freshman, but I thought it was interesting.”

Sophomore Destiney Quick said, “They were fun.”

The last question that was asked was what was your favorite part of Leadership Week this year?

Freshman Dominick Cox said, “Tug-of-war because it was a lot of fun. And because you got to see how competitive everyone is.”

Senior Morgan Branson commented, “The tug-of-war is always my favorite. I feel like it brings everyone together and it is fun to see everyone's competitiveness.”

Leadership Week 2019 was a major success.

Meagan Holtmeyer earns Student of the Month this November

11/23/2019

By: Brandon Young

Meagan Holtmeyer is a tier-one student for the New Haven High School. And she has proven this by earning Student of the Month for November. She has showed perfect attendance, and her grades are near perfect. Meagan has truly given her all this month. She deserves the honor of being Student of the Month.

In order to be Student of the Month you have to meet certain standards. Teachers look at attendance, grades, attitude, and determination in students. Meagan has checked all of these boxes, but not necessarily intentionally. When Meagan was told she was Student of the Month by Ms. Hoener, it was a total surprise to her.

Meagan was asked how it feels to be Student of the Month.

She says, “The only difference I have learned, or at least noticed, is not having to walk as far in the cold month of November down to the school, in the sometimes freezing temperatures.”

Meagan was also asked if there are any perks or bonuses for being Student of the Month.

She replied, “Getting the parking spot closer to school.” So if you are ever looking forward to being Student of the Month, you’ll get to park your car just feet away from the school. No more walking.

Being Student of the Month is not just about bragging rights, or a closer parking spot. Being Student of the Month should be considered an honor to our school, and should be appreciated. After all, there are plenty of other people to choose for it. Next time you see Meagan in the halls, give her a well-deserved congratulations.

Last week was slicker than snot

11/22/2019

By: Natalie Pecaut

On Monday November 12, New Haven School District cancelled school because of icy road conditions. Students were thrilled, parents were upset, but we all managed to get through our first snow day of the year. Exactly one year ago to the day was the first snow day of the 2018 school year. If you recall last year though, there was lots of snow, some even calling it the “snow apocalypse.”

This year it was a little different. There was less snow but more ice, making it dangerous for students, parents, and busses to commute to school Tuesday morning. We got some comments about what was different between students’ snow days this year and last, and about what they did on their first snow day of the year.

Natalie Pecaut commented, “Last year, I remember tons of snow! Like so much snow where we hooked up my dad's boat to the back of the four-wheeler and took the thing for a spin. This year, some parking lots were covered in ice, and we would do donuts with our vehicles-- sorry, Mom and Dad.”

Rylan Ball mentioned, “I don’t remember what I did last year but I do remember that we couldn’t leave my driveway. This year, I just played video games and watched TV.”

Demetri Pataky said, “Snow days are lit! We always hang out with our friends, whether that's just chilling at someone’s house watching movies or taking your truck through the Bottoms, driving through the snow. This year, we took the jeep on a cruise and determined that the roads were unsafe. Maybe Dr. Hoener should let us check the roads for now?”

Matthew Laune mentioned, “Yeah, it was pretty chill. I went hunting and played a lot of ping pong with my girlfriend. Pretty solid night, if you ask me.”

Brandon Young commented, “Driving was treacherous. One minute I’m going around a turn, and then, boom, I’m backwards on the other side of the road. It was pretty wack.”

Dominic Lewis said, “I slept most of the day like most of the other kids did on their snow day. I went on a run, did some chores, and went to basketball practice. I'm not sure how I made it to practice alive with the road conditions, but those are the kind of things you have to endure when ball is life.”

If you’re into all the tricks and hacks for getting a snow day, then you already know what we’re talking about. Not just elementary school students believe in these tricks, but high school students as well. In fact Lauren Hoerstkamp gave us some of the inside tricks.

Lauren Hoerstkamp mentioned, “Some of the things I do for a snow day I’ve been doing since the 2nd or 3rd grade. I put a spoon under my pillow, I flush ice cubes down each of the toilets in my house, I put a white crayon in my window sill, and I wear my PJ’s inside-out and backwards. If you don’t believe in all these hacks, then you don’t believe in snow days!”

We’re all waiting patiently for our next snow day! Maybe take some tips from Lauren if you’re wishing for that snow day soon.

New Haven Middle School Announces 1st Quarter Honor Roll

11/21/2019

FOR PRESS RELEASE FRANKLIN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE November 21, 2019

11/21/2019

On Tuesday, November 19, 2019, at approximately 6:56 PM, deputies responded to the 2700 block of Neier Rd. in Beaufort for a report of a domestic assault. Upon arrival, deputies located two victims, a 30-year-old female and her 77-year-old mother. Both victims were injured and claimed the younger female victim’s husband assaulted them. Evidence located at the scene supported the assault claims. The male suspect was located on scene and made admissions he committed the assault on both women as well. He was arrested for domestic assault and transported to the Franklin County Adult Detention Facility. A warrant was issued on the suspect, Samuel Nathan Moore, age 28 of Beaufort for two counts of Domestic Assault 2nd degree. Bond was set at $15,000.

All persons are considered innocent until found guilty in a court of law.

Steve Pelton
Franklin County Sheriff

NHHS goes for a little jog

11/21/2019

By: Bernabe Ribera

This year’s Jingle Jog 5k Run/Walk will begin at 8 A.M. and will be held on Saturday, December 7th, 2019. Contestants will complete a course starting from the New Haven Elementary School, and it will be a timed 3.1 mile run/walk course on the streets of New Haven. The Jingle Jog has been held for 6 years now and is a great way for everyone to come out and enjoy a nice run or walk with friends.

The entry fee for the jog is $20 if postmarked on November 22. The fee will be $25 if the entry form is postmarked after the deadline. Goodies will include a long-sleeve cotton T-Shirt guaranteed for all entrants. Prizes will be awarded for the Ugliest Christmas Sweater, Most Festive Holiday Attire, and Best Group/Couple Attire. The link to register online is below.

Alexis Sidwell, senior, designed the shirts for Jingle Jog and was asked if she could tell us anything about the shirts.

“Last year I made the design for the shirt. It was a reindeer and it said ‘Eat my snowflakes.’ I made it this way because I really like puns, and I wanted it to be different than all the years before it,” said Alexis Sidwell.

Designing a shirt for a race is a big thing and many people have a hard time coming up with something. Alexis Sidwell shared what the hardest part about her design was by saying, “The hardest part of this year was that my design was chosen again…. The pun on the [original design] was ‘Sleigh the Course,’ and it had a sleigh with Santa, and it was black, which is what we loved because it was different.” After some revisions, the official design was approved, and the shirts were produced.

Mrs. Oelrichs and Mrs. Menke were also questioned on what they like most about Jingle Jog.

Mrs. Oelrichs responded by saying, “What I like best is seeing the National Honor Society members and the community come together to support people in need. It's especially cool to see the members interacting with the athletes from All Abilities Athletics, who will again be benefitting from the Jingle Jog proceeds this year.”

Mrs. Menke replied with, “I like the community atmosphere this event inspires. I also like that the proceeds from the Jingle Jog benefit a local charity that our NHS students have gotten to serve in the past. This year's proceeds go to benefit All Abilities Athletics in Washington. All Abilities Athletics is a first-class sports program for kids with special needs.”

They were later asked about last year’s Jingle Jog and how it went.

“This is the first year that I am the NHS advisor, so I don't have a ton to say about last year's Jingle Jog. I can tell you that my family and I ran in the event last year and had a great time,” replied Mrs. Menke.

Mrs. Oelrichs said, “Last year's Jingle Jog was very well attended, and we raised the most money we've ever raised - close to $3000. We had around 20 business sponsors and around 85 participants who made this possible.”

When asked if they have any favorable moments they would like to share, Mrs. Oelrichs responded by saying, “Probably my favorite moment was last year, when a portion of the proceeds went to Melanie Duvall, an NHHS graduate who lost her fiance in a construction accident earlier in the year.” She continued by saying, “A large group of her friends (also NHHS alumni) came to participate and support her in the 1 mile walk. It was touching to see a group come together to support their friend in a time of need.”

“I like that everyone gets a jingle bell to wear (if they want) and so most of the runners jingle as they run down the road. I also love the dressed up pairs and groups that really get into the celebration,” replied Mrs. Menke.

Lastly, they would like to say a few words to the Jingle Jog runners and the students of NHHS.

Mrs. Menke responded with, “I would like to say good luck to all of the runners/NHHS students out there that will compete in the Jingle Jog. I hope they find it to be a fun experience.”

“The Jingle Jog is not about who runs the fastest, it's about people helping people. So do your best, and have fun!” replied Mrs. Oelrichs.

Good luck to all the runners who are participating in this year’s Jingle Jog. Do your best and we hope you have a great time!

Link to register online:
www.GetMeRegistered.com/NHSJingleJog5K

Babaloo will be at Scenic Regional Library New Haven on Tuesday, November 26.

11/20/2019

2019 Jingle Jog 5K Run/Walk. Presented by New Haven High School National Honor Society. Benefitting All Abilities Athletics.

11/20/2019

Celebrate the holiday season at New Haven’s sixth annual Jingle Jog 5K Run/Walk! Come decked out in your ugliest Christmas sweater or your most festive holiday attire to be eligible for special prizes. Stay and celebrate your accomplishment with Christmas cookies and hot cocoa at the finish!
Saturday, December 7th, 2019
Packet pickup and race day registration from 6:45-7:45 a.m. 5K Run/Walk begins at 8 a.m
$20/person if entry form is postmarked by Friday, November 22.
$25/person if entry form is postmarked after deadline.
Note: Entry fees are non-refundable. Make checks payable to: New Haven School District

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NHHS coaches discuss their thoughts on class placements

11/20/2019

By: Sam Penning

A Google form was sent out to multiple NHHS coaches, asking their opinions on this year’s class placements for their sports. These placements are determined by the size of the student body of each school.

When asked for his opinion over the class of his sport, John Tucker, XC Class 2, stated, “I don't really have much of an opinion, because there isn't much I can do about it. In the end, all I focus on is what we can control, which is our effort in practice and at competitions. If we are working hard, then we will improve, which is my measure of success.”

Jaime Hoener, Volleyball Class 2, said, “Being in class 2 makes a postseason run a little more difficult because we are one of the smallest schools in our class. But, it is what it is and we'll do our best to compete at a high level.”

Doug Peirick, Softball Class 2, commented, “We were Class 2 in softball last year, so nothing changes for us except our district opponents. It really doesn't matter what class we are in-- we still have to strive to win every game we play.”

The class placements can often be a large obstacle for teams, but the coaches here at NHHS seem to have utmost confidence in their teams. Good luck to these teams in the future.

New Haven Shamrocks race to the finish

11/19/2019

By: Caroline Otten

“Bam!” went the gun as the official started up the first race of the day for the 2019 Cross Country State Meet. The 2019 MSHSAA Cross Country State Championships were held at the Gans Creek course in Columbia, MO, on Saturday, November 9 with the Shamrocks running in Class 2. There were only two athletes running for New Haven that day-- Junior Emma McIntyre and Senior Austin Tegeler.

After the results came in Austin Tegeler came in 74th with a time of 17:47. Emma McIntyre came in 14th place with a time of 20:11, qualifying as an All-State runner. After their races, both of the athletes were then asked a few questions on their race.

The first question asked was how they felt they ran.

Austin Tegeler simply replied, “I feel I ran pretty great.”

Emma McIntyre said, “I think I ran really [well] on Saturday. With the box I was in, I was able to get into one of the front packs and stay there for the entire race.”

They were then asked if there were any goals that they had accomplished this season.

Emma McIntyre answered, “Two of my goals were to break 21:00 and be All-State. With my time of 20:11, I was able to reach both of those goals at the state meet.”

Austin Tegeler explained, “I really wanted to be All-District to qualify for state, and I did that, so I feel accomplished.”

Next, they were asked how they felt after running their last race of the season.

Austin Tegeler said, “It’s sad but now I can get some time off before track season.”

Emma McIntyre replied, “I'm happy that the season is over because I needed a break, but I was also a little upset when I realized that I only have one more cross country season left.”

Lastly, Austin Tegeler was asked about how he felt with his cross country season, as a Shamrock, coming to an end. He explained, “It’s sad. Cross Country was the sport I really liked and it was so enjoyable. I will definitely miss the sport and all the people I ran with on both the boys and girls teams.”

Congratulations, Emma and Austin, on a great end to your season!

Find photos from NHHS at newhavenhigh.zenfolio.com

11/19/2019

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Photos taken by New Haven High School students to benefit the Yearbook and TV/Studio lab.

Dorris Ann (VonBehren) Willimann

11/19/2019

Dorris Ann Willimann, 81, of Berger, MO, passed away Saturday, November 16th, at New Haven Care Center, New Haven, Missouri.
Dorris was born in Washington, Missouri on June 9, 1938, a daughter of the late Florence (Thomann) and Clarence VonBehren.
She is united in marriage to Walter R. Willimann on June 8, 1957 at New Haven, MO.
She was a member of New Haven United Methodist Church, New Haven, Missouri. She was a homemaker.
Dorris is survived by her husband Walter, by two daughters, Terri Menke, of New Haven; and Vicki Gardner, of Berger; by six grandchildren, Tiffany Femmer, Berger, Tonya Whitman, Marthasville, Ryan Hurd and wife Nicole, Bossier City, LA, Cassandra Gardner, Londell, Christopher Willimann, Truxton and Jamie Willimann, Berger, by eight grandchildren Joshua, Hannah, Savannah, Mya, Ryan, Tyler, Aiden, Alaina. She is also survived by brother and sister-in-laws, many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, a son James "Jim" Willimann, by a brother Dwayne VonBehren, a sister Sharon Rae VonBehren and a son-in-law Wendell Menke.
She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, fishing and enjoying her flower garden and her pets.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, November 20th, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Toedtmann & Grosse Funeral Home, New Haven, Missouri where funeral services will follow at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Douglas Booth officiating.
Family request donations to New Haven Care Center or New Haven Hospice, C/O Toedtmann & Grosse Funeral Home.
To send flowers to Dorris Ann (VonBehren) Willimann's family, please visit our floral section.

NHMS announces Liz Luecke as October Student of the Month

11/17/2019

The Middle School student chosen as October's Student of the Month was Liz Luecke. Liz is the daughter of LuAnn and David Luecke. She participates in marching band, basketball, volleyball, and track. Liz is the treasurer of both the Student Council and National Junior Honor Society.
Outside of school, Liz helps her parents by working in their shop in downtown New Haven. She attends Wednesday night religion classes and likes to spend time with family and friends. She also likes to read, draw, and do her homework.
Liz says she really loves all her classes in school and is looking forward to the holiday season.

FBLA members participate in drive-by raking

11/16/2019

By: Dalyla Hurst

On November 6th, the FBLA members went out and participated in drive-by raking. Drive-by raking is when the FBLA members go around and rake up leaves from the yards of New Haven citizens. This is something that FBLA does every year. It is a tradition in our small little town.

This year the number of students that participated in the raking was about thirty-eight. There are four different groups. Each of the groups contains ten students. There were a total of eight yards for the students to rake. Mrs. Anderson said, “However, due to the yards being different sizes, the groups helped each other out and joined forces.”

The question that was sent to the students that participated in this event was “Do you think doing this every year benefits your community and why?”

Senior McKenzie Pecaut responded with, “Yes, because gathering people from our community and helping out people is very important to do.”

Senior Grace Allgaier said, “I think it can be very helpful to people who aren’t able to go out and rake their yards.”

Junior Hannah Rethemeyer commented, “Yes, I do think that this benefits the community because most of the people that we rake leaves for are older people and this helps them so that they don't have to go out and do it themselves.”

Senior Meagan Holtmeyer replied, “I think it makes the community closer and keeps people of different ages in check with each other, making everyone more trusting in the community.”

The final question that was asked was if you have participated in the past, what was your favorite memory?

Senior McKenzie Pecaut said, “Jumping into the pile of leaves when we were done.”

Junior Hannah Rethemeyer commented, “This year when we raked a really big pile of leaves and Sheny jumped into it. And when she did, you couldn’t see that she was in there, so we told Casey to jump right on top of her without knowing. Don’t worry, no one got hurt during this event.”

Senior Meagan Holtmeyer replied with, “Jumping in the pile at the compost when we were completely done.”

That is how the FBLA raking went this year. We all hope that FBLA keeps this great tradition going.

Food Drive Collection November 25th and 26th

11/15/2019

New Haven High School adapts black covers over the doors of classrooms

11/15/2019

By: Paige Remillard

New Haven High School is all about safety. Keeping their students safe is their number one priority, which is why FCCLA has taken it upon themselves to create the new black curtain-like covers to go over the small windows on the doors of the classrooms. The club is hoping to have this accomplished by Thanksgiving. The entire club has been assigned to help make the curtains, they all either work before or after school trying to make the deadline that Mrs. Jamie Miller has set for them. Although they have been working on these for weeks now they still have a few weeks left to go.

Although many do not like the topic of school violence, it is a serious and prominent topic that must be discussed in order to make sure that students are at their safest when in the school building. That is why New Haven High School has started making these black covers to go over the windows of the classrooms. This is to ensure that a threat cannot see into the classroom. The curtains are currently in the process of being made. Each door in the building will get one to hang in their classroom. FCCLA has to make a total of 80 curtains.

The process of making the curtains is proving to be very time consuming. FCCLA has many steps to take in making the curtains:

First, they have to measure out the sizes on the curtains to fit the windows of the doors. Then they have to sew in the magnets on the bottom and the rods through the top. Lastly, they need to attach the strap and velcro to the curtain and finish it with a button hole.

Some thoughts the students have on the curtains are:

Dalyla Hurst, senior, stated that “I think they will be useful because they cover the windows and make me feel safer in the classroom.”

Lauralie Grater, senior, expressed that “Even though it is my last year here, [it] makes me feel much safer knowing that my younger siblings will be safe and hidden away if something bad were to happen.”

Aaron Remillard, freshman, commented that “I think that they will be useful in keeping students safe.”

Chloe Kearney, junior, said that “I feel like it is a great way to make us safer and to feel much more comfortable at school.”

The students at New Haven High School expressed their thoughts and seem to feel much safer knowing that the faculty at the high school is working hard to keep them safe.

New Haven High School Announces October Student of the Month, Meagan Holtmeyer

11/15/2019

October student of the month is Meagan Holtmeyer, the daughter of Matthew and Courtney Holtmeyer. Meagan is the Student Council President, National Honor Society treasurer, a member of FBLA, FCCLA, plays basketball, and was captain of the softball team. Meagan is also a member of the St. Peter’s UCC youth group, she enjoys skateboarding, and loves to wear her Vans.

FOR PRESS RELEASE FRANKLIN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE NOVEMBER 14, 2019

11/15/2019

On November 13, 2019 at about 11 p.m. Franklin County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to the 900 block of Star Circle outside of Union for a report of a domestic assault. Once on scene, deputies spoke to the female victim who told them that her boyfriend had pinned her on the bed and choked her. Deputies located evidence consistent with the reported assault at the scene. The male suspect admitted an argument took place, however denied any assault. The male was arrested for domestic assault and transported to the Franklin County Adult Detention Facility. A warrant was issued on Steven Lee Eilers, age 24 from Leslie, for Domestic Assault 3rd degree. Bond was set at $10,000.

All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Steve Pelton
Franklin County Sheriff

NHHS State Champions- Created by Peyton Sumpter

11/14/2019

Photos from “New Haven Shamrock – A century of Champions”, by David Menke.

FOR PRESS RELEASE FRANKLIN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE NOVEMBER 13, 2019

11/14/2019

On November 11, 2019 a Franklin County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to the 900 block of Turkey Ridge Rd in St. Clair for a report of an assault. The reporting party stated the adult male resident assaulted his girlfriend and 16-year-old son on the prior evening, November 10, 2019. There was supporting evidence located at the scene by the deputy. It was also reported the male suspect later confronted his girlfriend and accused her of taking his wallet. During that confrontation the male reportedly choked and struck his girlfriend. The deputy questioned the male suspect, who denied these accusations. Ultimately, the deputy placed the male suspect under arrest for domestic assault. A warrant was issued on the 44-year-old suspect from St. Clair, Glenn P. Armistead, for two felony counts of Domestic Assault 3rd degree. Bond was set at $50,000 cash only.

A second warrant was also issued on Glenn Armistead stemming from a report previously filed by Franklin County Sheriff’s Office on September 3, 2019. In that report Glenn Armistead was accused of pushing, punching, and choking his 16-year-old son during an argument on August 31, 2019. He had left the scene prior to the deputy’s arrival. During the investigation, the deputy discovered supporting evidence of the assault. An additional charge of Domestic Assault 3rd degree was issued, bond was set at $15,000.

All people are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Steve Pelton
Franklin County Sheriff

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New Haven Shamrocks race to the finish

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New Haven High School Announces October Student of the Month, Meagan Holtmeyer

FOR PRESS RELEASE FRANKLIN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE NOVEMBER 14, 2019

NHHS State Champions- Created by Peyton Sumpter

FOR PRESS RELEASE FRANKLIN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE NOVEMBER 13, 2019

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