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 Livingston/Williamson Fire Department served lots of cabbage rolls on Saturday to people who were eager to support their fund-raising event at the Livingston firehouse....
The Staunton VFW Post 1241 has been an inte- gral part of our community since 1934. For the last 88 years they have served not only their country but our community. The VFW has served as the city's cooling and warming center for Staunton in times of need and by proclamation has been designated the city's official cooling and warming center. Unfortunately, due to problems caused by the pandemic shut down and a faltering economy the Post now sees itself in need of support. There are three of the...
Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Wednesday announced the release of nearly $60 million in grant funding to help local governments develop public parks and open spaces, over 20 percent of which will go to “distressed” communities. The money through the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development grants was distributed to 118 projects, all but one ranging from $102,800 to $600,000 per grant. The allotment to “distressed” communities – which are determined by an area’s poverty level and land value – is a roughly five-fold increase from the previous fisc...
The Staunton Chamber of Commerce is hosting Casino Night this Saturday, March 11, at Concordia Hall, 709 South Union Street in Staunton. Tickets prices are $65 in advance or $70 each at the door. Each ticket includes the appetizer buffet, $5,000 in play money to be used at the various tables (blackjack, Texas hold ‘em, craps, or roulette) plus opportunities to win many prizes of all sizes. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The appetizer buffet will be open from 6 to 7 p.m. Gambling starts at 7 p.m. and continues until 9:30 p.m. The raffle prize giveaway...
Blake Streeb, age 30, of Mt. Olive, was sentenced on Friday to 40 years in prison for first-de- gree murder in connection with a fatal beating on Aug. 7, 2022. Streeb will be required to serve 100 percent of the sentence. Streeb attacked Michael Raey, age 25, inside a home in Granite City. Reay died on Aug. 10 from the injuries he received during the attack. Streeb told investigators he was under the influence of methamphetamine at the time, but recalled becoming angry after suspecting that Reay, who used a wheelchair, was pretend- ing to need...
Victoria "Toni" Jenkins, 69, of McKenzie, Tenn., formerly of Illinois, died Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, at The Waters in McKenzie. She was born in St. Louis, Mo., on Nov. 12, 1953, to Vernon and Dorothy (Jones) Stearns. She is a retired retail associate for Walmart. She is survived by her children, Trisha (Justin) Knop of McKenzie, Tenn., Erik Jenkins of Gillespie, Ill., Braydon Jenkins of McKenzie and Stacy Manley of Gillespie; three sisters, Susan Arnold of Grafton, Ill., Janet Rogers of... Full story
Peter Strohbehn, 83, of Gillespie, Ill., died at his residence on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, after a short battle with cancer. He was born July 12, 1939, in Davenport, Iowa, to Emil and Cora (Cook) Strohbehn. He married Betty A. Bruhn in 1969 at St. Michael's Church in Staunton. They spent 53 years together. Peter graduated from Rock Island High School. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1961-1965. Peter and Betty resided in Staunton until 2002 when they moved to Gillespie. He was employed by Monterey Coal Company, and later at Exxon as a mine... Full story
Dr. Philip Herman Dennis, Sr., 97, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at his residence on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. He was born Dec. 1, 1925, in St. Louis, Mo., to Herman and Helena (Holten) Dennis. He married Patricia Brown, who survives. He was a medical doctor. Philip was a member of the AMA, Illinois State Medical Society, American Society of Clinical Hypnosis and Kappa Alpha Psi. He is survived by his wife, Pat Dennis of Bunker Hill; children, Pia Dennis (Edwin) Smith of Wesley Chapel, Fla., Lisette Dennis of St. Louis, Philip (Sharon) Dennis Jr.... Full story
Joy M. (Fraker) Mishanec, 88, of Staunton, Ill., died Thursday, March 2, 2023, at Aspen Creek of Troy, Ill. She was born March 21, 1934, in Forks, Wash., the daughter of the late Eugene V. and Ora A. (Crippen) Fraker. She married Joseph A. Mishanec on March 20, 1955, at Zion Lutheran Church in Staunton, and he survives. She was an L.D. high school teacher in Staunton for over 20 years. She achieved her Masters Degree in Education. Joy served as a WAVE in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War, working in photography. Besides her family, Joy’s p... Full story
Estella Mae (Mead) Wood, 84, formerly of Bunker Hill, Ill., died Wednesday, Feb. 22, after complications due to extended health issues. She was born May 1, 1938, a daughter of the late Carl Francis and Mable Irene (Hahn) Mead. She married James Dale Wood, and he preceded her in death in 2004. Estella enjoyed baking bread for various functions. She enjoyed the animals she cared for while living on the family farm in Illinois until she was no longer able. She loved crafting projects she could give to family and friends and working puzzles.... Full story
Kevin Scott Knezik, 60, of Edwardsville, Ill., died on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville. He was born on June 12, 1962, at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield, the son of Rudolph V. Knezik and Gloria M. (Lesicko, Knezik) Blechle. Kevin graduated from Edwardsville High School in 1980. He worked for Wieland, formerly Olin Brass, as an annealing operator, first responder, and most recently was the 280/Annealing Department Safety Coordinator with 42 years of service. Kevin enjoyed tinkering with small machines and playing... Full story
Dr. William G. Miller, 76, of Worden, Ill., died on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville. He was born April 3, 1946, in Worden, and was the son of the late George and Verna (Ursprung) Miller. He married Wanda Smith on Dec. 31, 1996, in Tampa, Fla., and she survives. He was employed by The Olin Corporation facility in Tampa, Fla., as general manager. He served his country in the U.S. Army. Bill was a member of First United Methodist Church of Worden, Staunton Masonic Lodge #177 AF & AM, and Shriner's of East St. Louis.... Full story
Ellsworth Daniel Parish Jr., 76, of Alhambra, Ill., died on Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, at his residence. He was born on Nov. 10, 1946, in Litchfield, the son of Ellsworth D. and Florence (Lynch) Parish. Dan grew up in Sawyerville and graduated from Gillespie High School in 1964. He worked with maintenance as a painter at Granite City Steel. Dan is survived by his children, Debbie (Marty) Cralley of Livingston; Danny Parish of Girard, Adam Parish of Hannibal, Mo., Dana Goth of Highland, Eric Parish... Full story
Shiela Joan Sander, 50, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at her residence on Saturday, March 4, 2023. She was born July 2, 1972, in Alton, to Carl Gray and Billie McCauley. She married Jon D. Sander on Feb. 20, 1993, in Alton, and he survives. She was a receptionist for SIHF Healthcare in Bunker Hill. Shiela was a graduate of Alton High School Class of 1990. She was a member of the Woodburn Bible Church. She enjoyed riding motorcycles, quilting and axe throwing. She was a devoted wife and mother. She is survived by her husband, Jon Sander of Bunker... Full story
Edward O. Hormann Jr., 61, of Staunton, Ill., died at Community Hospital of Staunton on Friday, March 3, 2023. He was born June 10, 1961, in East St. Louis, and was a son of the late Edward Sr. and Mary (Way) Hormann. He married Elsie Marie Evans on May 23, 1983, in Yokosuka, Japan, and she survives. He was employed as Department Manager at Rural King in Litchfield. He retired from Walmart. He served in the U.S. Navy as a Machinist Mate First Class (retired). He served aboard the USS Towers,... Full story
The Staunton Band Boosters is partnering with Little Italy’s Pizza for two fund-raiser nights. On Monday, March 13, and Thursday, March 16, the Staunton Band Boosters will receive a percentage of pizza sales to benefit the entire band program, grades 5-12. The band needs to be mentioned when ordering....
A St. Patrick's Day dance will be held on Friday, March 10, for kids in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. It will take place at the Zion School gym from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. There is an entry fee of $5. The dance is hosted by Girl Scout Troop 6098. Concessions and glow items will be available for purchase....
Marriage license David Lynn Detar, Standard City; Mary Concetta Diverde, Standard City Divorces Rachael R. Jarman, Girard; Marvin D. Jarman, Virden Court • Trisha L. Kester, 44, of Gillespie, faces a felony charge of burglary after allegedly entering Route 66 Gaming in Sawyerville with the intent to commit a theft on Tuesday, Jan. 10. • Breanna L. Livingston, 26, of Carlinville, faces a felony charge of aggravated battery to a peace officer after allegedly kicking an officer in the chest on Sunday, Feb. 19. • Jeffrey J. Handy, 35, of Carlinvill...
The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has announced the recipients of the 2023 Small Equipment Grant Program. A total of $1.5 million was awarded to 64 fire departments/districts and EMS providers across the state. The program was established to provide grants of up to $26,000 each for the purchase of small firefighting and ambulance equipment. The Worden Fire Protection District is the recipient of a $26,000 grant. “The OSFM continues to remain committed to our mission of helping departments and districts purchase essential f...
Wichita State University in Wichita, Kan., has announced the students who were on the WSU dean's honor roll for fall 2022. Locally, Mackenzie L. David of Bunker Hill was on the list. To be included on the dean's honor roll, a student must be enrolled full time (at least 12 credit hours) and earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale....
Feb. 27, 2023: Todd M. Keaton; Pedestrian Under Influence of alcohol/drugs, All other Disorderly Conduct; Criminal Trespass to Land Feb. 28, 2023: Juvenile; City Ordinance Possession of Tobacco by a Minor March 1, 2023: Krisopher Paschedag, Criminal Trespass to Land March 3, 2023: Sara J. Campbell; Suspend Revoked Drivers License...
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This week's Looking Back photo is a nighttime shot of the Illinois Terminal pulled into the ITS station on South Union Street in Staunton. It's from the collection of August Riccono....
Thursday, July 17, 1975 -- Dipping into Old Man Mose's Bucket -- In my reminiscences of Staunton I believe that a brief history of the educational facilities would possibly not be amiss. Although I was past school age when I came to Staunton, I have naturally been keenly interested in the community schools, and largely through the courtesy of the late Mrs. Jessie S. Sparr, I was able to learn much of the early school history of the community's efforts to make available an adequate education for the young residents throughout the years....
Issue of March 5, 1998 Illegal drugs were found in two separate routine traffic stops in Staunton. Both were 17-year-old boys. A 24-month CD was earning an annual percentage yield of 6.01 percent. A 1998 Ford Contour was selling for $14,980 at Tri-Ford. A daughter was born to Jerry and Rita Zeller of Livingston on Feb. 19 at Alton Memorial Hospital. A daughter was born to Michael and Gina (Prigmore) Willows on Feb. 10 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville. Herschel and Lena Towns of Staunton celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Jan. 20....