Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years
Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years
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The Staunton Junior High School Principal, Dr. John Griffith, died unexpectedly on Thursday night, Feb. 3. The school district made the announcement on Friday, Feb. 4. School was not in session at the time due to the snow storm on Wednesday and Thursday. Griffith began his duties at Staunton Junior High at the beginning of the 2021-2022 school year. Before coming to Staunton, he served as an administrator in the Harmony-Emge School District in Belleville. He had previously been an administrator in Collinsville, and prior to that he was a...
A major winter storm barreled through our entire area last week bringing treacherous conditions and dangerous travel. About six to eight inches of snow hit the Staunton area. Ice, snow, wind and bitter cold began early last Wednesday morning and continued throughout the day Wednesday and Thursday and had many people seeking the warmth and safety of their homes for a few days. The Illinois Department of Transportation along with county, township and city crews were out in force treating then...
A temporary restraining order was issued Friday by Sangamon County Circuit Court Judge Raylene Grischow relating to lawsuits filed by parents and teachers regarding mask mandates, exclusion rules when exposed to COVID, and vaccination requirements. Area districts named in the parents' lawsuit include Staunton, Carlinville, and North Mac. Local districts involved in the teacher lawsuit include Staunton and North Mac. Greenville attorney Thomas DeVore represents the group of parents and teachers from around the state in the lawsuits. He stated,...
The Bartony family had some snow day fun on Friday by building a miniature snowman in their front yard. Pictured (L to R) are Mclean, Drayvin, their mother Mariya, and Winnie. The sunshine made it a beautiful winter day....
Persons are considered innocent until proven guilty. In criminal actions, the person has been charged by a law enforcement agency but is entitled to a hearing or trial to argue his innocence. Marriage licenses Russell Lee Harden, Thayer; Jamie Lee Smith, Virden Divorces Rebecca S. Kremitzki, Virden; Martin I. Kremitzki, Virden Court • Joseph V. Greear, 49, of Girard, faces felony charges of meth trafficking, unlawful possession with intent to deliver meth and possession of meth on or about Wednesday, Jan. 26. • Brandon J. Edwards, 24, of Staunt...
U.S. Representative Rodney Davis (R-IL) introduced H.R. 6534, the Stop Arduous Vaccine Enforcement (SAVE) Act, with Reps. Ben Cline (VA-06), Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Bob Good (VA-05), Rob Wittman (VA-01), Jeff Duncan (SC-03), and Chip Roy (TX-21). Cline is the primary sponsor of the bill and Davis is an original co-sponsor. The SAVE Act would prohibit organ transplant centers from denying an individual from receiving or donating an organ solely based on whether he or she is vaccinated against COVID-19. This legislation comes in response to seve...
Half of all Americans have at least one of the top three risk factors for heart disease, according to the CDC. The top three risk factors are: high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol and smoking. During Heart Month in February, Prairie Cardiovascular reminds everyone to be aware of these risk factors and take proactive steps to ensure a healthy heart. High blood pressure is a medical condition that occurs when the pressure of the blood in your arteries and blood vessels is too high. The high pressure, if not controlled, can affect your...
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), about 11,500 people visit the emergency room each year to treat injuries received while shoveling snow. “Shoveling snow can be a strenuous activity, particularly because cold weather can be taxing on the body,” says Dr. Gurpreet Mander, HSHS Illinois chief physician executive. “There is a potential for exhaustion, dehydration, back injuries and even heart attacks.” Keeping your driveway and walkway clear of snow and ice is in most cases a necessity and will help prevent falls this winter....
On Jan. 26, 2022, the Macoupin County Democratic Party voted unanimously to support a proposed change to the Illinois State Constitution which reads: "WHEREAS, the proposed Section 25: Workers’ Rights would state: (a) Employees shall have the fundamental right to organize and to bargain collectively through representatives of their own choosing for the purpose of negotiating wages, hours, and working conditions, and to protect their economic welfare and safety at work. No law shall be passed that interferes with, negates, or diminishes the r...
Following the second warmest December on record, below-average temperatures in January were a shock to Illinoisans. The preliminary statewide average January temperature was 21.1 degrees, 5.6 degrees below the 1991–2020 average, according to Illinois State Climatologist Trent Ford at the University of Illinois’ Illinois State Water Survey. January average temperatures ranged from the low teens in northern Illinois to the low 30s in southern Illinois, between 2 and 8 degrees below normal. Nighttime low temperatures frequently dipped below zer...
The Alpha Tau Chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, an honorary organization for leading women educators impacting education worldwide, is offering a $500 grant to a deserving college student who will be doing their student teaching during the 2022 - 23 school year. To be eligible for this grant, the student must have graduated from any high school in Macoupin County. To apply, send a resume including important highlights, work experience, and education background to: Alpha Tau Educational Grant, c/o Mrs. Jackie Klaus, 600 N....
Feb. 4, 2022: Gregory S. Rothe; In-State Warrant...
Pete Cignetti's Tavern was located at the corner of Route 4 and Prairie Street, the present location of Staunton Car Wash. Pete is pictured in his car with his daughter, Frances, standing alongside. The business advertises Hyde Park Beer on the windows along with 5-cent ice cream cones, hamburgers, all kinds of sandwiches, and barbecue lunches.This picture was probably taken in the late 1950s....
Thursday, October 27, 1966 -- ISSUES WARNING ON RABIES IN WILD ANIMALS-- Dr. R.J. Taft, Staunton veterinarian, has submitted the following item which should be heeded by everyone: "Health authorities have become increasingly alarmed about the tremendous increase of rabies in wild animals. The main culprit of these is the skunk. "There have been incidences of pet skunks being purchased from pet shops, fur farms, and simply being found in the wilderness. Many of these died and were confirmed as rabies by laboratory diagnosis. Many people were...
Issue of Feb. 6, 1997 City officials warned residents about the dangers of walking on the frozen Staunton Reservoir. A daughter was born to Jeff and Donna (Coalson) Augustine of rural Livingston on Jan. 28. A daughter was born to Eric and Gina (Bellm) Moss of Livingston on Jan. 25. Rev. Mary Anna Vidakovich, pastor of Staunton United Methodist Church, and Nigel deForrest-Pearce were married Jan. 25 in Baldwin City, Kan. Alfred G. Hinz (88) of Mt. Olive died Jan. 28 at Heritage Manor of Litchfield. Elsie Violet Overby (95) of Mt. Olive died...
By Tom Emery A current television commercial for a well-known tequila brand depicts Abraham Lincoln, holding a drink and partying with other past celebrities. In reality, Lincoln had little use for the stuff. Lincoln rarely drank liquor, and spoke out strongly on the ill effects of alcohol in society. Friends and relatives all marveled at his dislike for drink, from his younger days all the way to the White House. It was an era when Americans drank freely, and many historians have written that “whiskey flowed like water.” One source rep...
By: Jill Pertler In the last year, I’ve been working on appreciation. Appreciating the big things. Appreciating the small things. Appreciating what I have and what I am. As part of that, I’ve been practicing appreciation of one of the most basic, most taken for granted and one of the most awesome things we all possess. Our body. In developing an appreciation for my own body and all the things it does, I attempt to contemplate the different systems, organs and the multitude of tasks that happen every second of every day without my even giv...
Michael John Conkling, 68, of Mt. Olive, Ill., died Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, at Belleville Memorial Hospital in Belleville. Mike was born on Jan. 13, 1954, in Litchfield at St. Francis Hospital, the youngest son of the late Niles T. and Herminia Conkling. Mike was a graduate of Mt. Olive High School, Class of 1972. After graduation Mike joined the U.S. Navy. He served in the Navy from 1972 to 1974. Mike's first duty station was in Adak, Alaska, for one year. He served as a Quartermaster on board t... Full story
Marilyn Louise Knutson, 94, died on Friday, Jan. 28, 2022. She was born in Ellsworth, Iowa, on Aug. 2, 1927, to Harold and Melva Sogard. She married Kenneth Knutson, the love of her life, on Nov. 20, 1946, in the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. They were married for 74 years before he preceded her in death. Marilyn was the eldest daughter of 12 children. Her younger siblings remember her fondly as their "other mother," a role that many of her children's friends also attributed to her. During World War II Marilyn served as a Cadet Nurse. As... Full story
Alfrieda Mary Bolin, 83, of Staunton, Ill., originally of Livingston, died on Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, at the Hillsboro Rehab & Health Care Center in Hillsboro. She was born on Tuesday, March 22, 1938, in Livingston, the daughter of the late Oscar and JoAnna (Struckel) Langer. Frieda was a self-employed beautician and also a waitress at local restaurants. She was a member of the Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Livingston where she also participated in the Holy Cross Choir and the Ladies Aid... Full story
Howard "Howie" Lee Schehl, 63, of Mt. Olive, Ill., died at his residence on Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022. Howard was born on March 5, 1958, in Granite City, a son of the late Andrew Sr. and Mary Ellen (Renzler) Schehl. He attended school in Granite City and in Mt. Olive. He was employed as a truck driver. Howard enjoyed playing Xbox and watching football, science fiction and Marvel movies. His greatest joy was spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Howard is survived by four children, Timothy Hogue of Mt. Olive, Holli... Full story
William C. Hamilton, 97, of Gillespie, Ill., died at Heritage Health of Gillespie on Sunday, Feb. 6, 2022. He was born March 1, 1924, in Gillespie to William C. and Harriett (Forsythe) Hamilton. He married Elsie Garrett, and she preceded him in death. He was retired after having been a steelworker for Laclede Steel in Alton. William was a graduate of Gillespie High School Class of 1942. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served during World War II. William was a member of the Gillespie Lions... Full story
Joseph F. Dona, 93, of Gillespie, Ill., died at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield on Sunday, Feb. 6, 2022. He was born May 14, 1928, in Eagarville to William and Regina (Hoppe) Dona. He was a truck driver. Joseph was a member of the Gillespie Fire Department, SS Simon and Jude Church and Teamsters. He is survived by his daughter, Jan Dona of Gillespie; step-children, Penny Feeley of Gillespie, Nancy Harris (Dallas) of Gillespie and Amy Reid (Gary) of Gillespie; grandchildren, Rick Clark of Gillespie, Mike Clark (Jennifer) of Benld, and Tracy... Full story
Treat your loved one to a special evening. The First United Methodist Church of Gillespie will offer a special Valentine Dinner on Saturday, Feb. 12. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and dinner is at 6 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. The meal consists of homemade lasagna, garlic bread, salad, dessert, and drink. For tickets call Rick Spencer at 217-621-0333. The dinner is sponsored by the First United Methodist Church Trustee Committee....