The Original Voice of Valmeyer

Volume 13 – Number 22                                                                                                         May 30, 2005

To look in and not out, to look forward and not back, to look up and not down.

IF THE ROOSTER DIES . . . . . . . BUY AN ALARM CLOCK!

 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR - - - for Dakota’s benefit.  Dakota is the son of Janese Valentine – grandson of Dick and Bonnie Valentine.  Dakota was born on October 31, 2004 with a rare heart disease known as HLHS.  Dakota has had two of the three surgeries needed to repair his tiny heart.  The benefit will be on Saturday, June 4 at the Corner Pub, 602 South Meyer in Valmeyer from 6:00 p.m. to Closing.  There will be live music by the Pub Crawlers, karaoke by Ronnie Kempen, food, raffles, 50/50 drawings and attendance prizes.  All proceeds will go towards Dakota’s medical expenses.

 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR - - - for a WASHER TOURNAMENT sponsored by the Sure Cure Team of the American Cancer Society – Monroe County Relay for Life.  The Tournament will be Sunday, June 12 at Columbia Turner Hall Park from 12:30 p.m. to ?????????  There will be food and refreshments available.  Entry cost is $10 per person with two people to each team.  Families are welcome and there will also be a Kids Carnival.  Please bring your own washer boxes, and lawn chairs and spend the afternoon.  For additional information or for registration call 935-2266.

 

The Valmeyer Lions Club is looking for new members.  New members can be ladies or men of any age.  If you are interested in becoming a member, you can contact Paul Nottmeier at 935-2746 or Bob Mohr at 935-2309.

 

An advisory committee is being formed to develop policies and regulations for the newly established Salt Lick Land Reserve.  This is the blufftop area over the Rock City Business Complex (the old Quarry property).  Positions on several other Village committees are also available.  If you are interested in serving on one of these committees please contact Village President Howard Heavner.

 

The Village of Valmeyer is seeking a full-time employee for the maintenance of utilities and streets. Applicants must possess or be able and willing to obtain a CDL license, a Department of Agriculture Splray License, a “Class 4” sewer operator license, and a “Class D” water operator license.  Starting wage will range from $10 to $13 per hour (depending on relevant experience) plus insurance and retirement benefits.  Village residency is required.  The Village of Valmeyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Applications may be obtained at the village office or by calling 618-935-2131.  A resume containing relevant experience and references should accompany the application.  Applications will be received until May 31, 2005, or until the position is filled.

 

Doug Jack, the Athletic Director at Valmeyer School, just instituted a new program.  As he enters scheduling for the different sports teams, it automatically updates a webpage at www.highschoolsports.net.  All of the Valmeyer School sports schedules / scores will be posted there.  Likewise any cancellations or schedule revisions will be available immediately.  Parents or any Valmeyer sports fans can sign up for an account on www.highschoolsports.net free of charge.  Once signed up, they will be allowed to choose the sports of interest to them.  When schedule changes or cancellations occur, email notifications will be sent to those registered.

 

A MESSAGE FROM VALMEYER POSTMASTER ALICE WELLEN . . . . . Valmeyer has grown over the years.  One rural carrier can no longer carry the whole route.  We now have two rural routes.  The customers on East Hunters Ridge, East Harrisonville Drive, Empson Drive, South Cedar Bluff Drive and Megan Court along with the Senior Apartments will now be on the auxiliary rural route.  These customers will be getting their mail early each day.  The new carrier is Cheryl Mallon and will start delivering her route at approximately 10:00 a.m. each day.  Be sure to have any out going letters for her to pick up in your box before that time.  I am also asking each customer to be sure to use their complete address . . . i.e. East, West, North or South are required to be in your address. . . . . The Postal Service is sponsoring a Stamp of the Month.  The Breast Cancer Stamp is our featured stamp during the month of May.  Please come in and say you want to help stamp out Breast Cancer.  These stamps sell for 45 cents, with the extra 8 cents going toward cancer research.  Please come in and support your Post Office for a good cause.  Two years ago the Valmeyer Post Office was the high seller of this level office in the Gateway District.  I hope to see this success once again.  Thanks.

 

It’s almost Memorial Day, so you know July 4th is just around the corner.  Following is a tentative schedule of activities for the Annual Valmeyer Midsummer Celebration at Borsch Park.

           

Friday, July 1 -                        Music by Aftershock from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

 

            Saturday, July 2 -                    Baseball Tournament beginning at 9:00 a.m.

                                                            Volleyball Tournament beginning at 10:00 a.m.

                                                                        $60 per team.  Contact Kris Voelker for more info at 458-7424.

                                                            RCTPA Lawn Mower Pull beginning at 12:00 p.m.

                                                                        Sign up at 11:00 a.m.  Contact Robin Scheibe at 935-2226 for more

                                                                        info.  In case of inclement weather, event rain date is Sunday.

                                                            Victory Lane Racing Remote Control NASCAR Racing.

                                                            Music by Dr. No from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

 

            Sunday, July 3 –                      Baseball Tournament beginning at 9:00 a.m.

                                                            Parade – Line up at Noon - 1:00 p.m. stepoff – Theme “Under the Big Top”

                                                                        Prize money awarded for best entry.  Contact Brian Coats for more

                                                                        information at 458-5633.

                                                            Victory Lane Racing Remote Control NASCAR Racing.

                                                            Inflatable Games / Rides for the Kids.

Petting Zoo and Pony Rides from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

                                                            Music by Aftershock from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

 

            Monday, July 4 -                     Baseball Tournament beginning at 10:00 a.m.

                                                            Baseball Championship Game at approximately 3:00 p.m.

                                                            Victory Lane Racing Remote Control NASCAR Racing.

                                                            Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides from 7:00 p.m. to ????????

                                                                        Advanced tickets available at First Bank, Valmeyer

                                                                        Advance - $12 for adults / $7 for children

                                                                        Day of event - $15 for adults / $10 for children

            COLOSSAL FIREWORKS AT DUSK ON JULY 4TH.

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE first annual “MELVIN J. FISHER HILLS AND HOLLOWS Half Marathon and 5K Run” to be held on September 24, 2005.  This event is being held in memory of Melvin Fisher, who lost his battle with cancer on September 1, 2004.  For thirty Melvin volunteered his time and efforts with many local organizations, but was probably most involved with the Valmeyer Fire Department and Valmeyer Active Firemen’s Association.  Through his efforts and encouragement, many firemen in the Valmeyer Department have completed or are enrolled in more advanced fire-fighting training than ever in the past.  The September planned event is dedicated to his memory.  Proceeds from the event will benefit the Valmeyer Active Firemen’s Association to continue training efforts for the department.  Sponsors – at all levels - are being sought to help make this event a success.  If you are interested in being a sponsor for the marathon, please contact Valmeyer Fire Department sponsorship coordinator Katie Schwarze at 314-575-0830.

 

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