Relay For Life launches community T-shirt fundraiser, seeks local sponsors
Relay For Life T-shirts are back! Order now through AVH Ink in Breese. Community members and local businesses have an opportunity to support the fight against cancer while gaining community recognition through the 2026 Clinton County Relay For Life sponsorship campaign.
Relay For Life organizers recently announced the return of the popular Clinton County Relay For Life sponsorship T-shirt in partnership with AVH Ink of Breese.
A portion of the proceeds from every shirt sold will be donated back to the Clinton County Relay For Life to benefit the American Cancer Society.
The fundraiser offers residents the chance to purchase a community T-shirt while helping fund cancer research, patient support services, advocacy efforts and lifesaving programs.
In addition to shirt sales, organizers are inviting local businesses and organizations to become event sponsors.
"Relay For Life is more than just an event — it is a powerful movement of hope, remembrance and action in the fight against cancer," organizers said. "Every contribution, no matter the level, helps us continue the fight for a world without cancer."
New this year, select sponsorship levels include recognition on the official Relay For Life event T-shirt, giving businesses additional visibility while demonstrating their commitment to the community and the fight against cancer.
Businesses wishing to be included on the event shirt and in the online ordering campaign must submit their sponsorship commitment by July 15.
Sponsorships received after that date will still be recognized on the Relay For Life event banner but cannot be included on the T-shirt because of production deadlines.
To order a T-shirt, go to https://shop.avhinkandvinyl.com/relay_for_life_26/shop/home.
Breese residents recognized for donation to drone program
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- Written by: Matt Wilson - Breese Journal Reporter
The Gallagher family was recognized for their contribution to the Breese Police Department drone program. Pictured are, FROM LEFT, Mayor Kevin Timmermann, Police Chief Mark Berndsen, Don Gallagher, Phyllis Gallagher and Lisa Gallagher. A trio of Breese residents were recognized for their contributions to the police department drone program during the Breese City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 16.
Don, Lisa and Phyllis Gallagher donated $5,000 to the drone program. Breese Police Chief Mark Berndsen presented them with a certificate during the meeting.
"I would like to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation to the drone program," Berndsen said.
The police department drone got lost during a search in high water. The drone hit a tree limb and came down. The donation will allow the police department to continue to provide state-of-the-art services to the citizens of Breese and the surrounding areas.
The contribution strengthens the Breese Police Department's ability to continue to utilize advanced technology in critical situations including locating missing persons, assisting in search operations and enhancing public safety efforts.
"We are deeply appreciative of your generosity and commitment to supporting the Breese Police Department," Berndsen said. "Your donation will have a lasting impact for our ability to serve and protect the community."
Don said his family didn't give the contribution for recognition. They did it because they love the city of Breese. They want the police to have everything they can.
"If you want to get a second drone or something else, we would be glad to help you, because two is always better than one," Don said.
Aviston moves to 10-2-1 after winning co-championship in Trenton
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- Written by: Jeremy Chawgo - Breese Journal Sports Editor
Down to two — Aviston back stop Miles Browne sends a throw to second base in the Express’ 17-4 win over visiting St. Jacob on Friday in the Trenton Gator Classic. Browne had two hits and three RBIs in the victory. PHOTO BY JEREMY CHAWGO The Aviston Express Senior Legion baseball team had another strong week while their only setback was with Mother Nature.
The Express picked up a win over Smithton on Monday before rolling through their first two games of the Trenton Gator Classic to head to the title game. The Express outscored their opponents 47-4 in those three contest.
The Express played Rantoul on Sunday with an 8-8 game halted due to the weather in the fourth inning as the game was settled with a tie for a co-championship.
The Express are now 10-2-1 on the season and will host Salem on Tuesday and St. Jacob on Wednesday.
They will host a round-robin tournament over the weekend with games on Friday and Saturday.
Aviston 8, Rantoul 8: Mother Nature halted the title game of the Trenton Gator Classic on Sunday at Pete Schumacher Field.
The Express’ offense was working on all cylinders, while Rantoul managed eight runs on just three hits.
Post 287 received four walks and a hit batter while Aviston committed a costly fielding error in the opening inning.
Conlan Haar sparked the offense from the leadoff spot with a triple and a bunt single while he added three runs batted in and one scored. Drake Curry had two singles and two runs scored while Browne added two RBI.
Craig Schroeder was 2-for-2 with an RBI and a run scored. Aviston had seven hits and received three walks.
Strong defense — Aviston second baseman Conlan Haar sends a throw to first base in the Express’ blowout win over St. Jacob on Friday night in the Gator Classic. Haar walked twice and scored twice in the win. PHOTO BY JEREMY CHAWGO Rowdy Sussenbach pitched all four innings and allowed four earned runs on three hits, four walks and five punch outs.
Aviston got out to a lead in the top of the first inning when Clayton Gaetti walked and Sussenbach was hit by a pitch. With two outs, Browne sent one to the gap for a 2-0 lead.
Rantoul got three runs in the bottom of the inning with a walk, a single and an error to take a 3-2 lead after one inning of play.
Aviston answered in the top of the second when Curry and Schroeder each singled before Max Albers walked to load the bases.
Haar smashed a triple to the right side to clear the bases for a 5-3 lead. Gaetti chased Haar with a sacrifice fly and a 6-3 lead.
Rantoul regained the lead again in the bottom of the inning with a single, a double, three walks and a hit batter for an 8-6 lead.
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