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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America’s Best Restaurants (ABR), a national media and marketing company focusing on bringing attention to local, independently-owned restaurants, will bring its ABR Roadshow to the restaurant on March 11. Popular dishes will be highlighted, along with an extensive on-camera interview with owners Harry and Emily Paul about the restaurant’s special place in the community. The episode will be aired extensively on social media channels at a later date. The bakery and cafe was nominated to be on...
Staunton’s fourth annual PTO School Of Rock Fundraiser, held on Saturday, Feb. 3 at Concordia Hall, had its most successful event to date. The money raised directly benefits the students in a multitude of ways. For example, just to name a few: funding field trips; reward incentives; classroom funding and supplies; teacher’s lounge supplies; trivia events for the jr. high; Fine Arts Day; and playground improvements. As in years past, community support for the event was outstanding. From ear...
The Mid-Illinois Communications Association (MICA) is currently accepting applications for the 2024 MICA Scholarship. This scholarship aims to support students majoring in communications, journalism, public relations, or related fields such as marketing, design, videography, and photography. The scholarship program underscores MICA's commitment to fostering talent and excellence in the communications industry while recognizing the importance of investing in the educational pursuits of future professionals. "We are excited to continue our...
The junior high student council has start their annual food drive.Last year's food drive brought in over 7,300 items last year for Staunton Helping Hands, located on Main St. in Staunton. They love the exciting, healthy competition between their school homerooms and grade levels school wide and hope every one is excited to participate again. The hope is that this year will be even more successful. Grades Pre-K vs. Kindergarten vs. First; Grades, Second vs. Third. vs. Fourth; Grades, Fifth vs. Sixth vs. Seventh vs. Eighth will compete in the...
The Illinois Foundation FFA, in partnership with the Illinois Department of Agriculture and Farm Family Resource Initiative SIU School of Medicine Center for Rural Health and Social Service Development, announced Bend, Don’t Break grant funding to Illinois FFA chapters to support local initiatives to increase awareness of mental health and wellness in schools and communities. “Bend, Don’t Break grant funding is critical to advancing information about the importance of mental health,” said Jerry Costello II, Director of the Illinois Departm...
On Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024 the Board of Education held their meeting. A public hearing was held at 6:45 p.m. in advance of the regular Board of Education meeting. The purpose of the hearing was to gather feedback from the community on the District’s submission of a waiver to implement full day school improvement days for the 2024-2025 school year. Upon approval from the Illinois State Board of Education, this would allow Staunton Schools to transition its six half days for professional development into three full days. Under Board Spotlight, t...
Frederick William Partridge Jr., 62, of Mt. Olive, died at the Community Hosptial of Staunton on Feb. 20. He was born Feb. 26, 1961 in Wood River, Ill. the son to father, Frederick W. Partridge Sr. who survives and mother, Peggy Ann Howard who preceded him in death. He married Christina Tomlinson on Aug. 24, 1979 and they later divorced. Frederick served in the U.S. Army from 1982 to 1985. After his military service, he was a Prison Guard at Sheridan Correctional Facility in Chicago. Frederick enjoyed fishing and working on John Deere...
Marilyn L. Huhsman, 89, of Staunton, died at Staunton Health and Rehab Center in Staunton on Feb. 13, 2024. She was born Nov. 2, 1934 in Litchfield the daughter to the late Glen Cox and Olga (Newman) Cox Luenemann. She married James M. Huhsman on May 22, 1954 at St. Michael Catholic Church in Staunton and he preceded her in death on Aug. 31, 2019. She was an Office Clerk at Fritz's Drug Store in Staunton for several years. Previously, she had worked at Emerson Electric before moving to Colorado Springs, Colo. After moving back to Staunton, she...
Harriet Romain Grimes, 94, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024 in Litchfield. Harriet was born May 21, 1929 in Litchfield to the late James and Corita (Johnson) Goodman. She married her first husband August “Tuney” Steinbach on Jan. 6, 1951 amd Tuney preceded her in death on Jan. 30, 1977. Harriet married Richard "Dick" Grimes on April 24, 1982 and they loved to travel and were members of the White City Motorcycle Club.Dick preceded her in death on Jan. 2, 2019. After high school, Harriet worked at Scheer Truck Stop on Route 66 as a wai...
Kathleen Massey, 65, of Gillespie, died in Alton on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024. She was born June 9, 1958 to father, Homer Hunter and mother, Sophia Foster. They preceded her in death. She married Les Massey of Gillespie on Nov. 17, 1978 in Belleville and he survives. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer (Michael) Brown, Alton; step daughter, Stella Massey of Brighton; grandchildren, Erika, Kaiden, Paislee, Allie, Christopher, Cierra, Jason, Madison, Joseph, Lena, Lyle, Ryea, Nyki, Matt; great-grandchildren, Bryson, Amel...
Lisbeth A. Klaustermeier (Dressen), 68, of Benld, passed away at St. John's Hospital in Springfield on Friday, Dec. 22, 2023. Liz was born Oct. 16, 1955 in Hillsboro to the late Robert Dressen and Jean (Laws) Dressen. She married Jim Klaustermeier on March 17, 1978 at Mt. Zion Lutheran Church in Litchfield. They lived in St. Petersburg, Fla. for 28 years before moving to Benld. She graduated Litchfield High School with the class of 1973. She attended SIU Edwardsville. Liz loved working on the beach at The Miramar Hotel while in Florida and then...
Dolores M. Dobos, 96, of Mt. Claire, Ill., died at her residence on Feb. 19, 2024. She was born Oct. 29, 1927, in Litchfield to the late John Stottler and Elizabeth Lillian (Schwappach) Stottler. She married Joseph Bernard Dobos and he preceded her in death on March 14, 1999. She was a homemaker and an avid bowler. Dolores is survived by her son, Gary (Claraine) Dobos, Bunker Hill; also grandchildren, Matthew Scott Dobos, Belleville, and Kelly Nicole (Tom) Dobos-Kessinger, Maryville. Visitation and Funeral services were Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024...
Many Illinois local farmers have lined up for a taste of new state funding aimed at making it easier to get their products to market. Illinois Stewardship Alliance has announced the outcome of a two-month application process for the new Illinois Local Food Infrastructure grant program, with nearly $2 million in state funding to help address the challenge of opening new pathways for local food systems. By Jan. 31 when the grant application period closed, 247 applications worth $23.5 million in funding requests were submitted, which is more than...
On Saturday, April 6, the Zion Lutheran Youth Group will be hosting a trivia night at the Staunton Country Club. Doors open at 6 p.m. and trivia begins at 7 p.m. Tables of 8-10 are welcome for the price of $15 per person. Proceeds will go toward sending their youth leaders to the National Youth Workers Conference in New Orleans, La., in July. Reservations can be made by emailing [email protected] or texting (618) 972-5239....
Staunton Elementary School will conduct annual preschool screenings for the 2023-2024 school year on April 2, 3, 4, and 5. This is a free developmental screening for all preschool children who will not be eligible to attend Kindergarten in the fall and will be three (3) years old on or before Sept. 1, 2024. Parents are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to identify their child’s strengths as well as weaknesses in the areas of fine and gross motor skills, concepts, and communication. Vision and hearing will also be screened. P...
Mercy of the Beloved "Les Miserables," by Victor Hugo is one of the classics. One may recall the story of a loving priest, who upon giving refuge to Jean Valjean, a homeless traveler in the night, was robbed of the treasures he owned. Later, Valjean, arrested and charged stood before the priest and found no condemnation, while one more silver candlestick was handed to him from a heart of holy love. The very thought of such mercy and kindness has endeared Hugo's classic amongst human hearts. It is also, the story of God, who has opened his...
Reservations must be made by 1 p.m. on the day prior to the day you wish to eat. If you have made reservations and cannot attend, please notify the center. To register for or cancel meals, call (217) 835-3174. Whole Wheat Bread served daily unless noted (*) and 2% milk served daily. Menu subject to change based on product availability. Call local center to learn about events and activities. Make checks payable to: IVEDC PO Box 431, Jerseyville, IL 62052. Wednesday, Feb. 21 - 10:30 a.m. Bingo, Broccoli Cheese Soup, Chicken Salad, Pickled Beets,...
This is a reminder to Staunton families that the Illinois Dental Exam Forms are due by May 15 2024 for the following Grades: Kindergarten, Second, Sixth and Ninth. Please turn the forms into the main office at the school or fax the form to 618-635-2994....
The Macoupin County Agriculture Education (MCAE) Foundation is offering six $1,000 scholarships for the upcoming 2024-25 school year to students wishing to pursue agriculture majors. The MCAE Foundation offers the scholarships to provide encouragement and financial assistance to Macoupin County residents and/or students of Macoupin County schools who display well-balanced attributes of good citizenship, commitment to activities and scholastic ability. The applicant must be a graduating high school senior or a current college student who plans...
Staunton Post Prom is sponsoring a grocery raffle for Bill’s IGA for March 24, 2024. A donation of $10 for each ticket is required. Only 400 tickets will be sold and the winner does not need to be present to win. First Prize: $1,000 Grocery Certificate; and Second Prize $500 Grocery Certificate....
The Staunton High School would like to remind all Juniors that free SAT prep classes will begin March 4, 2024. These classes will run every Monday and Wednesday from 2:50 p.m. to 3:20 p.m. until the SAT is taken on April 17, 2024. An important note: The SAT will be taken online this year, which is different than the paper and pencil version of past years. Those interested should sign up at the high school's office....
Marriage Licenses Jakobb Earl Brown of Mt. Olive, Adrianna Summer June Williams of Mt. Olive John Richard Ubben of Carlinville, Pamela Sue Traylor of Carlinville Christopher Dominick Serrano of Carlinville, Dileia Dos Santos Nunes of Springfield Anna Liebscher of Staunton, Walter Allen Wallace of Staunton Dissolutions Andrew Joseph Barber, of Sawyerville; Melinda Sue Barber of St. Charles, Mo. Calvin Mills of Farmington, Mo.; Hannah Mills, of Bunker Hill David Franklin Easley, of Brighton; Lea Michelle Easley, of Brighton Emily M. Acord, of...
By Lynn and Nancy Neuhaus Staunton Auto Body is one of the newer businesses in Staunton. It is a well-kept business at 1103 E. Henry on Old Route 66. It is co-owned by Terry Meyer, who has 40 years of experience in auto repair and a young man named Matt Griffis, an Air Force combat veteran that served in Balad AB, Iraq. In the military he worked on survival equipment, a very technical job where personnel needed his equipment to perform when it was needed. He feels it helped him get to where he...
By: Jill Pertler My family and I are amusement park geeks. Always have been. Non-amusement park aficionados see the long lines as a deterrent. Why spend so much time in line just waiting for the 90 seconds of roller coaster wonderment? Seems like a waste. Admittedly, there is a lot of waiting time while in the parks. Down time. Standing-in-line time. Ho-hum time. Fidget time. Mom, I’m bored time. Dad, I’ve got to go real bad time. People who don’t appreciate the parks, or places like them, point out the long waits as reason enough to avoid the...
Issue of Feb. 24, 1999 Brett Herbeck, son of Glen and Sandal Herbeck, was chosen by the high school faculty as the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen for 1998-99. Arnold and Marian Isenberg celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on Feb. 20. A son was born to Thomas and Susan Gusewelle on Jan. 21 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville. Betty J. Miller (76) of Staunton died Feb. 20 at Community Memorial Hospital in Staunton. Donald E. Binney (74) of Staunton died Feb. 20 at Community...