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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Thursday, Aug. 23, 1923 -- ROBBED OF SPARE TIRE -- While at Forest Park in St. Louis on Saturday afternoon the car of J.N. Coerver of our city was robbed of a brand new spare tire, tube and rim, attached to the rear of his car. The theft occurred while the car was parked near the animal cages and the occupants were away, showing the children various points of interest. PICNIC TO-MORROW -- The picnic of the Presbyterian church and Sunday school will be held to-morrow, Friday, on the Otto Funderburk farm, on the Bunker Hill road just this side...
Flirtin’ with Disaster is the second studio album by American rock band Molly Hatchet, released in 1979 by Epic Records. The album was re-issued in 2001 with four bonus tracks. It is their best-selling album. The cover is a painting by Frank Frazetta titled “Dark Kingdom.” The Globe and Mail wrote that “Molly Hatchet is a little more than just another in a too-long line of senseless and unimaginative southern boogie bands, rehashing party-boogie licks and singing the joys of cheap booze and even cheaper women.” The Rolling Stone Album Gui...
HELP WANTED: Part Time Writer/Clerical worker for newspaper office. Position requires basic writing skills; the ability to work with computers; and the ability to communicate well with customers. Send resume to Staunton Star-Times, 108 W. Main St., Staunton, IL., 62088 or come to office to pick up application. 36-37p WANTED: Illinois Travel Counselor Immediate full-time (37.5 hours/week) position available for Travel Counselor at Homestead Tourist Information Center located at I-55 Rest Area-Northbound, Hamel. Paid vacation and sick days....
FOR RENT: Mobile Home or RV Lots. 618-512-5326 19-tf FOR RENT: Self Storage 10 x 10 and 8 x 20 Units and Fenced in Boat and Camper Storage Available at S & K storage. 1100 S.Union 618-635-5306 37-t FOR RENT or SALE: 3 & 2 Bedroom Mobile Homes, Staunton. No Pets. 618-512-5326 19-tf FOR RENT: 1 bedroom house. Appliances. Furnished. 618-580-4791. tf...
L & W Mattress Direct- Winter Special: Twin Mattress, $159; Full $209; Queen, $249; King, by order only, $349. All mattresses except Kings are in stock and on sale at Mattress Direct. Located across from Walmart in Litchfield (217) 324-3636 12-tf FOR SALE: 2015 Lund 1675 Impact Sport fishing boat, one of a kind, customized in Green Bay Packer colors. Very low hours. Stored inside in winter, always, covered in summer. Includes trailer, trolling motor, GPS system, and 90HP mercury engine. $25,000, obo. Call 217-710-7319. GARAGE SALE FOR MEN: 311...
The Staunton Education Foundation would like to thank the following for their donations and memorials. Donations were received from: Fred and Linda Horky of Lillington, N.C. Kathryn Nagel of Novato, Calif. Dick and Michele Bertolino of Bluffton, S.C. Memorials were received from: In memory of Marcella Eilert made by Ivan and Lachelle Booth In memory of Jim Folkerts made by Class of 1970, Jon and Alva Tevini, Ron and Janice Williams In memory of Sherry Buhrmester by John and Bonnie Trettenero, and Hulda Black In memory of Bernadine Sandrin...
Notice is hereby given that the tentative budget and appropriation ordinance for the Staunton Township Town Funds and budget for the Road District Funds in the County of Macoupin for the fiscal year 2024 will be on file and available to public inspection at the Township Office, 20459 Staunton Road starting February 21st. Notice is further given that a public hearing and said budgets will be held on March 19th, 2024, at 6 PM at the Township Office. After the hearing, final action on said appropriation and ordinance for the budgets will be taken...
BOARD OF EDUCATION STAUNTON CUSD NO. 6 801 NORTH DENEEN STREET STAUNTON, ILLINOIS 62088 will receive sealed bids for construction of: LIBRARY & ART ROOM RENOVATIONS - 2024 STAUNTON HIGH SCHOOL 801 NORTH DENEEN STREET STAUNTON, ILLINOIS 62088 FGMA PROJECT NO.:24-3964.01 DATE: FEBRUARY 27, 2024 according to Contract Documents prepared by FGM Architects Inc., 475 Regency Park, Suite 325, O’Fallon, Illinois 62269; phone 618.624.3364; fax 618.624.3369. PROJECT DESCRIPTION Project consists of interior renovations to the Library and Art Room at Staunt...
RUBBER STAMPS and Marking Devices Available at Staunton Star-Times, 108 W. Main, Staunton tf SALES - PARTS- SERVICE: McCormick, LS Tractors, Grasshopper, Ferris Lawn Equipment, BIGHORN UTVs. Bodner Equipment, 1203 West Frontage Rd, 1-55 & Exit 41, Staunton, 618-635-5600 #33/y24 - #33/yr25p...
On Feb. 14, 2024, the Staunton Schools Administration released and posted a notice both on Facebook and on the Staunton Schools website regarding the Staunton School District. Beginning in February, students and teachers across Illinois will have an opportunity to participate in the eleventh annual statewide “Illinois 5Essentials Survey.” This survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your child’s school. This opportunity will allow for parents to share their thoughts on the important elements of school effec...
Embark on a transformative journey into real estate excellence with the Southwestern Illinois Board of Realtors Training Center's highly anticipated 75-hour pre-license real estate course. Commencing on March 6, 2024, from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm, and concluding on April 10, 2024, this essential course will be hosted at the prestigious Southwestern Illinois Board of Realtors office, located at 1124 Hartman Lane, Shiloh 62221. Guiding you through this experience is real estate professional Kevin...
The 83rd Annual Staunton Volunteer Fire Department Homecoming will be held June 28 and June 29, 2024 at the Fireman's Park located in Staunton. On Friday, June 28, the Staunton Fireman Park will open at 5 p.m., the rides operate from 6 to 10 p.m., armbands will be available, and the band Klose Kuarters plays from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Rides will be provided by Egyptian Exposition. Come enjoy all the local food vendors, rides, and games. On Saturday, June 29, the Staunton Fireman Park will open at Noon for matinee. The Matinee Rides will be between...
The Parent-Teacher League of St. Peter's Lutheran School is holding a Trivia and Silent Auction on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024. The school is completely funded by the church congregation and fund-raising, so any donation towards this fundraiser is greatly appreciated. Principal, Melissa Burns...
Signing Day will be April 12 for any student planning on playing at the college level. It will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Staunton's High School. Local press from the Star-Times Newspaper has been approved to make an appearance for local coverage for any of the local signings for Signing Day on April 12, 2024. Please sign up in the office at school. Family, coaches, trainers, and mentors, etc., are welcome to attend. It will be held in the High School Library in Staunton....
Recently, Mt. Olive Schools Academic Foundation presented a $5,000 check to Lane Harmon, head of the Mt. Olive Schools Music and Band programs. The money from Roberta Miller's memorials, was presented at the request of the family on her passing. Miller's daughter, Marilyn Pastrovich, said that her mother was always interested in music and wanted to do something particularly for the local school's band. President of the foundation, Roger Kratochvil, made the presentation in the band room to...
Higher education leaders across the state applaud Governor J.B. Pritzker’s budget announcement, which includes a fiscal year 2025 higher education budget of $2.55 billion. The budget includes a $10 million increase for the Monetary Award Program (MAP), a $24.6 million increase for public universities, and a $5.9 million increase for community colleges. The governor’s budget builds on the historic funding of higher education over the last several years, which included the largest investment and the largest increase in higher education in two...
Quad County Home Health located in Pana has been recognized by Strategic Healthcare Programs (SHP) as a "Superior Performer" for achieving an overall patient satisfaction score that ranked in the top 20% of all eligible SHP clients for the 2022 calendar year. The annual SHPBest™ award program was created to acknowledge home health agencies that consistently provide high quality service to their patients. The 2022 award recipients were determined by reviewing and ranking the overall s...
By Tom Emery Most women in nineteenth-century America struggled with oppression of many forms, including economic, social, and educational. One Illinois teenager found a way to break the mold. The first woman to earn admission to the Illinois bar was Alta May Hulett, just two days past her nineteenth birthday in June 1873. The accomplishment remains a hallmark moment in women’s history in the state. The previous year, Hulett played a pivotal role in writing the nation’s first law to prevent sex...
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 Frank Bertetti Benld Public Library is hosting a Bunco for Books Party at Amore’ restaurant on Sunday, April 7th at 2:00 p.m. Doors will open at 1:30 p.m. Advance tickets are $15 and include admission, a snack, iced tea and water. A cash bar will be available. Prizes will be awarded. Tickets at the door will cost $20 if seats are still available. Tickets for the Bunco Party are available at the Benld Public Library. If you need more information about the purchase of tickets, you may call t...
The Zion Lady Panthers Basketball team (which consists of ladies from grades 5 thru 8) earned a trip to the Lutheran School Association Ladies State Basketball Tournament with a record of 18 wins and 2 losses Zion Lutheran School will be holding a pep rally for the ladies at 2:15 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 29, before they depart for Arlington Heights, Ill. They will play Arlington Heights Friday, March 1, at 11:45 a.m. The Lady Panthers are coached by Michelle Hemken and Danny Mosser. Zion Lutheran...
ISBE recently announced the awardees for the Annual Those Who Excel Award. "The annual "Those Who Excel" awards celebrate incredible classroom teachers, administrators, teams, volunteers and school support personnel who have made lasting impacts on the students, families, and fellow educators in their school communities." Mrs. Weller won the Those Who Excel Award of Meritorious Service. Mrs. Davis won the Those Who Excel Award of Special Recognition. Congrats to both of these amazing...
Tuesday Night Men’s R&B’s: 38 The Finishers: 37 Split Happens: 35 JM Power Washing Svcs: 30 High individual game, Andrew Scheumann, 224; Individual series, Tim Copeland, 624; Team game, The Finishers, 1,104; and team series, The Finishers, 3,206.Other notable scores - Next top 4 games, next top 3 series: Tim Copeland, 222 Dillon Bertels, 219 Tim Copeland, 210 Greg Stein/Jerry (Moose), 195 Scheumann, 589 Andrew Scheumann, 583 Greg Stein, 582 Jerry (Moose) Scheumann, 574 Wednesday Night R&Z Boat Lifts & Docks: 42 Deplorables: 37 1st Place: 23...
Girl Scouts Service Unit 107 of The Girl Scouts of Central Illinois, would be grateful for the community’s help in sponsorships and donations for their 2024 Twilight Camp which is hosted by Camp Hugh located at Bunker Hill. Your sponsorship will go towards camp location fees, camp activities, and to provide financial assistance to any Girl Scouts’ families that need it to help their girl scout attend camp. The website to sponsor is the following: https://forms.gle/CuyXCky9Kuu1ibCRA. Sponsorships are not required. For those who would rather mak...
2:18 Missions of Gillespie United Methodist Church, formerly Gillespie United Methodist Mission Work Team, is hosting a trivia fundraiser coming up soon. Come support the local 2:18 Missions of Gillespie United Methodist Church at a Trivia Fundraiser. The event is on Sunday, March 3 from 2 to 5 p.m. The cost is $100 per table with a max of ten people per team. You can reserve a table ahead of time or just come the day of, pay at the door, and join a team. You are welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks, but please no alcohol. They will...