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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By Kelly Costa During Monday night’s city council meeting, the first reading was given for Ordinance #2195 establishing the Staunton business district; approving a business district plan; authorizing the imposition and collection of a sales tax within such business district; and approving certain actions in connection with the establishment of the business district. The plan is to upgrade utilities and infrastructure, improve the sidewalks and street network, redevelop or demolish buildings, enhance the sales tax base, recruit new business, r...
The Staunton High School Post Prom Committee is at it again. SHS Prom will be held Saturday, April 29, and the SHS Post Prom Committee will once again be providing a safe, fun-filled night to the juniors and seniors of Staunton High School and their prom guests after the dance. Students will arrive at SHS at 11 p.m. for check in and will be treated to loads of food, drinks, inflatables (including the popular Riding Bull and GaGa Pit), games and sports, and a hypnotist will once again round out the event before students head home in the morning....
The Staunton 7th grade Lady Terriers volleyball team has won 2nd place in the State of Illinois. After winning their sectional title, the girls traveled to Warrensburg - Latham for 3A State tournament competition. In their first round on Friday evening, March 10, the Lady Terriers defeated Peru Parkside in two sets, 25-18 and 25-16. This win advanced the girls to the 3A semifinals. In the semi -final round, Staunton was able to defeat Pleasant Plains in two sets - 25-18 and 25-19. The win over P...
Those that attended Casino Night sponsored by the Staunton Chamber of Commerce had a good time eating, gambling, and winning prizes....
The seventh grade volleyball team was escorted out of town on Friday on their way to Warrensburg to participate in the 3A state tournament. The back of the bus announces "State Bound" and the girls were excited to greet people along the route....
St. Michael's Women's Council will be hosting a "Basket Game Fun Day” on Sunday, March 19, from 1 to 5 p.m. in the church basement. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Game cards/daubers will be sold beginning at 1 and ending at 2 p.m. Games start at 2 p.m. Game cards will be sold for $10 and include six games per sheet. Daubers will be sold for $1. If you already own a dauber, no purchase is necessary. Ten games will be played with the winner being awarded a themed basket valued at $50. Games are won on last number called with the winner yelling out "...
The Gillespie United Methodist women will be having their corned beef dinner on Friday, March 17. Serving will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 4 to 7 p.m. and will include corned beef, cabbage, carrots, potatoes, and dessert. You can dine in or carry out. Free will offering. The church is located at 900 Broadway in Gillespie....
The Staunton Band Boosters organization is partnering with Little Italy’s Pizza for a fundraiser night. On 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 must be mentioned when ordering for them to receive the funds....
The Gillespie Public Library is hosting their annual quilt show during the month of April. The library welcomes all quilts to be displayed for viewing. Please drop off quilts during the week of March 28-31. Viewing will be available during the entire month of April. If you have any questions, call the library at 839-3614....
Nelda Irene Bierbaum, 88, of Staunton, Ill., died Monday, March 6, 2023, at Heritage Health Nursing Home in Staunton. Born Oct. 15, 1934, in Sorento, she was a daughter of the late Wendell and Fairy (Bean) Young. She graduated from Staunton High School in 1951 and married her best friend, the late Otto Leroy Bierbaum, on June 12, 1951, in Sorento. Nelda owned multiple businesses with her late husband Leroy (Leroy's Appliance Store in Staunton and the Ice Cream Parlor in Vandalia). She held... Full story
Ricky Dean Gaston, Sr., 61, of Staunton, Ill., died Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville. He was born July 20, 1961, in Council Grove, Kan., to Kenton and Hazel (Furman) Gaston. He married Dianna "DeeDee" Bond on June 4, 1984, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Livingston. They later divorced. Ricky worked at Georgia Pacific in Mt. Olive and later as a truck driver. He enjoyed camping and riding his Harley Davidson. He collected Harley Davidson T-shirts from all over the... Full story
Sharyn Kay Kline, 82, of Spring, Texas, formerly of Hamel, Ill., died peacefully in her sleep on Monday, March 6, 2023, at her home. Sharyn was born March 5, 1941, in New Douglas, Ill., a daughter of Eugene and Delsie (Bassett) Seeger. She married Robert Kline on June 15, 1958. They had two daughters which they raised in Hamel. Sharyn received a degree in education from SIU-Edwardsville in 1976. She briefly did some substitute teaching, but eventually settled on a career with the U.S. Postal... Full story
Gladys Rose (Smith) Sauerwein, 85, of Bethalto, Ill., died at Evelyn's House in Creve Coeur, Mo., on Saturday, March 4, 2023. She was born July 4, 1937, in Bunker Hill Township to Robert James and Gladys Lillian (Moore) Smith. She was a homemaker. She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Bunker Hill. Gladys enjoyed spending time with her family, camping, fishing, playing pinochle and playing free cell. She also enjoyed genealogy, puzzles and crocheting. She is survived by her daughter, Carla (Jeff) Sauerwein of Alton; son, Edward (Diane)...
Francis "Red" Paul Gibbons, 88, of Gillespie, Ill., died March 7, 2023. He was born March 27, 1934, the only child of Paul and Ann Gibbons of Gillespie. He had curly, red hair, chubby cheeks and blue eyes, hence the nickname, "Red." Frank attended SS Simon and Jude School and graduated from Gillespie High School in 1951. After high school, he graduated from Harbor College with a degree in Business Administration. Growing up in Gillespie, Frank spent much of his time with friends going fishing and swimming in the local ponds. Frank mowed 25... Full story
JoElla Mary Alderson, 86, of Gillespie, Ill., died at her residence on Saturday, March 11, 2023. She was born June 14, 1936, in Litchfield, to Thomas Sr. and Charlotte (Thomas) Madden. She married James R. Alderson on Dec. 29, 1956, in Gillespie. JoElla and Jim had their first date at the Sweetheart Dance when they were 16. JoElla attended SS Simon and Jude School, graduated in 1954 from Gillespie High School and attended Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. JoElla worked, and at one point, co-owned Lesum's Store in Gillespie. She...
Connie Jean Reiniesch, 79, of Gillespie, Ill., died at Heritage Health of Gillespie on Friday, March 10, 2023. She was born Jan. 4, 1944, in Owosso, Mich., to Stanley VanWagner and Barbara D. Weinberg. She married David L. Reiniesch Sr. on Feb. 14, 1970, in Gillespie. He preceded her in death on Sept. 18, 2015. Connie enjoyed her grandchildren and sports. She is survived by her children, Michael (Amy) Reiniesch of Benld, David Reiniesch, Jr. of Gillespie, Denise (Mitch) Heyen of Gillespie; grandchildren, Nate Reiniesch, Zach Reiniesch, Jake Rei... Full story
Barbara Jean Battuello, 86, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at Heritage Health of Gillespie, on Thursday, March 9, 2023. She was born Feb. 8, 1937, in Globe, Ariz., to Carl and Mary (Marich) Coppa. She married Kenneth Battuello, and he preceded her in death on Sept. 24, 1999. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her daughter, Jackie (Bill) Reno of Shipman; grandchildren, Jacob (Jana) Reno of Medora, Joshua (Shelby) Reno of Medora, Nicole (companion, Kyle Henrichs) Rust of Onarga; eight great-grandchildren; and siblings, Charlene Mapps, Jeanette... Full story
Marriage licenses Amber Nicole Warfield, Gillespie; Tyler Scott Watters, Gillespie David Eugene Tudder, Carlinville; Jessica Nicole Damm, Carlinville Divorces Jessica N. Feldman, Gillespie; Sean J. Feldman, Staunton Sherri L. Winkler, Benld; Daniel C. Winkler, Jr., Litchfield Jacqueline Essen, Carlinville; Rolan E. Essen, Carlinville Court • Jacob T. Kimbro, Sr., 36, of Bethalto, faces three felony charges of first degree murder and additional felony charges of attempted first degree murder, aggravated battery, possession of a stolen firearm a...
Staunton Elementary School will conduct annual preschool screenings for 3- and 4-year-olds for the 2022-23 school year on April 11, 12, 13 and 14. This is a free developmental screening for all preschool children who will not be eligible to attend kindergarten in the fall and will be 3 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2023. 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 b...
Feb. 27, 2023: Keaton M. Todd; Pedestrian Under Influence of Alcohol/Drugs; All Other Disorderly Conduct; Criminal Trespass to Land Feb. 28, 2023: City Ordinance Possession of Tobacco by a Minor March 1, 2023: Krisopher P. Paschedag; Criminal Trespass to Land March 3, 2023: Sara J. Campbell; Suspend Revoked Drivers License March 7, 2023: Gregory S. Rothe; In-State Warrant March 8, 2023: Dallas D. Bertels; Speeding (Radar) March 8, 2023: Dakota G. Arndt; Aggravated Battery March 9, 2023: Christina R. Frank; Expired Registration Sticker March 9,...
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Thursday, July 24, 1975 -- Sharp Named Outstanding Young Alumnus -- State Representative John F. Sharp (D-East Alton) was honored Sunday, July 13, at SIU-E Alumni Day at Busch Memorial Stadium in St. Louis. In preliminary ceremonies of the Cardinal-Dodger game, Rep. Sharp was presented the award as outstanding young alumnus of the year. This award is presented to a Southern Illinois University graduate under 31 who has distinguished himself in community service and involvement. Rep. Sharp earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from SIUE in 1967...
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By Tom Emery March is Severe Weather Preparedness Month and in Illinois, that takes on added importance. The state has more than its share of twisters. The National Weather Service and the Illinois State Climatologist’s Office report that the Land of Lincoln ranked sixth in the annual average of tornadoes from 1991-2017, with 54 per year. That figure trailed only Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma, Nebraska, and Florida. The number of Illinois tornadoes has actually increased over the last three decades. From 1980-89, the state endured an average of 22.4...
Issue of March 12, 1998 The City of Staunton received a state grant for improvements or construction of boat access at Staunton Reservoir. An accident shut down Renken Road for two hours on March 5. Vehicles driven by Duane Lowery of Staunton and Edwin and Wilma Langendorf of Midway collided. The Langendorfs had to be extricated from their car. Louis E. Dragoy and Gaylor D. McAllister were married in Sawyerville on Feb. 14. Roger “Red” Armstrong Pollett (71) of Livingston died March 5 at Wood River Township Hospital. Daryl Eugene Muth (71) of V...