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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Issue of March 31, 1999 Laura Mae Smith and Marcus William Isenberg were married Oct. 17, 1998, in Bunker Hill. Thomas Spudich St. (78) of Livingston died March 27 at Community Memorial Hospital in Staunton. Frances Marie Keune (79) of Walshville died March 23 at Litchfield Health Care Center. Angelina Lena “Angie” Pastor (82) of Mt. Olive died March 27 at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield. Mary Louise Skuta (82) of Tucson, Ariz., died March 17. Ronald M. Gilleland, Sr. “Moe-Dock” (51) of Staunton died March 28. Otto M. Schnaare (97) of Edwa...
Old & In the Way is the first album by the bluegrass band Old & In the Way. It was recorded Oct. 8, 1973 at the Boarding House in San Francisco by Owsley Stanley and Vickie Babcock utilizing eight microphones (four per channel) mixed live onto a stereo Nagra tape recorder. The caricature album cover was illustrated by Greg Irons. It was, for many years, the top selling bluegrass album of all time. The members are as follows: Vassar Clements, fiddle; Jerry Garcia, banjo, vocals; David Grisman,...
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 SALE: April 2024 Rummage Sale/Vendor Fair, Sponsored by Livingston Street Fest Association, on Friday April 12 and Saturday, April 13 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The event will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Hall, at 188 Livingston Ave., of Livingston. Face Painting, Food Available for Purchase. Donations accepted. Contact, at 618-920-6485. FOR SALE: Stove and over the range microwave. Call 314-570-0789 42-43p L & W Mattress Direct- Winter Special: Twin Mattress, $159; Full $209; Queen, $249; King, by order only, $349. All mattresses...
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...
WANTED: Wanting to rent. 2-3 BR house with garage in established neighborhood. Minimum 6 month rental. Retired couple relocating. Excellent credit, references, and whatever else you need! Prefer Staunton or up to 30 mile radius. Tom 406-585-8277 40-44p...
Thank you to everyone who supported the SHS Post Prom by purchasing a grocery raffle ticket to Bill’s IGA. The winners of the drawing are Missy Ray, $1,000 and Julie Sievers, $500. The Post Prom Committee works year round raising funds for this event, which costs approximately $15,000 per year. At Post Prom, kids are able to continue celebrating their prom night in a safe manner, and are treated to food all night long, inflatables, games and prizes for all attending. Anyone who would like to make a donation can mail it to SHS Post Prom, P.O. B...
April is recognized every year as Healthy Pet Month by Illinois’ veterinarians, certified veterinarian technicians and clinic practice professionals, the majority of which are members of the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association (ISVMA). Veterinarians always encourage pet owners to recognize the importance of proactive, preventive health care for their beloved pet, and this year focuses on the need for regular dental care for their furry friends. Dr. Nicole Johnson, DVM, ISVMA president, Pekin Animal Hospital, Pekin.says that dental d...
has announced the acquisition of Golden Rule Lumber, a well-respected family-owned retailer of hardware, building and landscaping materials and rental equipment located in Ottawa, Illinois. The terms of the deal remain undisclosed. Based in Edwardsville, Illinois, R.P. Lumber opened its first location in Staunton, Illinois, in 1977 and has continued to grow throughout the states of Illinois, Missouri, Wyoming, Iowa and Wisconsin. Already operating a retail location in Ottawa, R.P. Lumber aims to extend its service across a wider swath of...
Western Illinois University Undergraduate Admissions and the School of Graduate Studies will waive the $30 application fee during April for new applicants. This waiver is only for domestic undergraduate and graduate students. WIU provides student-centered graduate programs with innovative teaching, research and service, grounded in interdisciplinary, regional and global perspectives. WIU engages students in educational opportunities guided by a professional and diverse faculty and staff in collaboration with alumni and community partners. WIU...
The March 21, 2024 meeting was called to order by President, Geri Cook at 12:30 p.m. There were 26 people in attendance and one guest, Roger Schutte. Helen Lindsey also returned after being absent for a while.The Lord's Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance were recited. Those in attendance ate their ham sandwiches, chips, and cookies and the cookies were brought by Ruth Kilduff. It was announced that a former member, Pat Hackmuth passed away and there will be a sympathy card sent to the family. Among those in attendance, Toni Janus and Cheryl Moore...
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We are thrilled to announce the Tenth Anniversary pageant date for the Miss Mount Olive Pageant. It's open to Mt. Olive, Staunton and Gillespie School Districts. The age groups are as follows: Little Miss: 4-6 Little Mr: 4-6 (open to Litchfield) Jr. Princess: 7-10 Junior Miss: 11-14 Miss: 15-20 Sign-ups will begin May 1. Be sure to check the Miss Mount Olive Pageant Facebook Page frequently for a link that will be uploaded for the sign-ups....
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Director Dr. Sameer Vohra has signed a standing order allowing trained personnel in Illinois schools to use “undesignated” asthma inhalers on hand to treat students who develop respiratory distress. Undesignated medications are those that are not prescribed for a specific student but can be used in an emergency to address any student’s symptoms related to asthma or other respiratory issues. This order provides the prescription necessary so that every school in the state can have and use this...
The Wolf Ridge Color Fun Run will be on Saturday, April 27, 2024 and it will start at 8 a.m. at Bunker Hill's Municipal Building located at 801 S. Franklin, in Bunker Hill, Ill. 62014. The rain date and time will be on Sunday, April 28, 2024 and will start at 2 p.m. Registration fees are $25 for adults and $20 for students. Anyone wishing to participate must be registered by Wednesday, April 10 to guarantee a race t-shirt and color packet. Send the paper form into Wolf Ridge office or sign up online at: http://ageless-apparel.com/wolfridge....
The Bunker Hill Career Fair will be on Friday, April 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., in the Bunker Hill High School gymnasium. To register, email Teressa Dissen, the School Counselor (tdissen@bhcusdorg) or 618-585-3232, ext. 2007....
Calling all three and four year olds: Staunton Elementary School is hosting its Preschool screenings on April 4 and 5. Please contact the school you have a child turning 3 or four by Sept. 1, 2024. Please call 618-635-3831 to schedule a Preschool Screening appointment. To be eligible for preschool services, proof of income must be provided. Please bring any of the following as proof of household income to your screening appointment. It is required by the state: Income tax forms; last and most recent two pay stubs (two from each parent); proof...
EPICC’s Dinner and Dance will be on April 12, 2024 at Concordia Hall. Concordia Hall is located at 709 S. Union in Staunton. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. Dance and Karaoke will be at 6 p.m. with DJ Rev providing the entertainment. For more information, call Michelle at 618-882-3456. EPICC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit social club for Developmentally Disabled individuals 13 years and older....
There will be a sign-up meeting on April 3 at 2:45 p.m. Tryouts will be held Monday, May 6 through May 9 from 3:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday, May 10, starting at 3:30 p.m. until done. Any fifth through seventh grade student interested in trying out for the 2024-2025 SJHS Cheerleading team, should attend the informational meeting on Wednesday, April 3 at 2:45 p.m. in Mrs. Klein's fifth grade classroom. Tryout practices will be on Monday, May 6 through Thursday, May 9 in the Community Room from 3:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tryouts will be on...
Varsity Softball 4/2: Home, 4:30 p.m. at Staunton vs. Father McGivney Catholic 4/3: Home, 4:30 p.m. at Staunton vs. Marquette Catholic 4/4: Away, 4:30 p.m. at Mulberry Grove vs. Staunton 4/5: Away, 4:30 p.m. at Vandalia vs. Staunton 4/9: Home, 4:30 p.m. at Staunton vs. Pana 4/12: Away, 4:30 p.m. at Gillespie vs. Staunton 4/16: Home, 4:30 p.m. at Staunton vs. Greenville Varsity Girls Soccer 4/1: Home, 5 p.m. at Staunton vs. Metro-East Lutheran 4/2: Away, 4:30 p.m. at Southwestern vs. Staunton 4/4: Home, 5 p.m. at Staunton vs. Carlinville 4/5:...
The girls won the 2024 Litchfield Classic tournament on Saturday by defeating the Lady Comets of Greenville 1-0....
The Staunton High School Shotgun Sports Team attended the Macoupin County Patriots Friends of NRA Banquet on March 23. Through the FNRA Fundraising efforts, local Youth Shooting Sports Teams receive grants to help keep the programs funded to keep the costs down for the athletes to compete and learn safety, fun and marksmanship. Much appreciation is given to the friends at Southern Illinois Friends of NRA. Their continued support of the Staunton High School Shotgun Sports Team youth shooting...
The Bulldog Business Club went on a field trip to St. Louis on Wednesday, March 27. The day started at the Federal Reserve where students participated in an "Escape the Money Vault" challenge before touring the Economy Museum. Also at the Fed, the business club heard a brief presentation from Hannah McEnery (SHS Class of 2014) about her journey from high school board member to full-time employee at the bank. The group next proceeded to Ballpark Village for lunch and a walkthrough of the...
Join the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), Prevent Child Abuse Illinois, Hospital Sisters Health System, the Poshard Foundation for Abused Children, elected officials, child welfare stakeholders and more for a month-long observance to share child abuse and neglect prevention awareness messages and promote prevention efforts during Child Abuse Prevention Month in April. This year’s theme, Building Together, Prevention in Partnership, is a call to action to recognize that everyone in the community has a role to play i...
Class of 1944 Baseball The 1944 baseball season was historic for Staunton High School. The team, under the direction of B.H Gibbons and behind the outstanding pitching of senior Fred Brenzel, became members included Carl Dalton; Gene Dietiker; Bill Edwards; Walt Fritz; Junior Hebenstreit; Fred Monschein; Bud Neuhaus; Jack Shaw; Bob Spagnola; Jim Sullivan; John Vesper and Marvin Winkel. Brenzel later returned to SHS andlet the baseball team back to State in 1957, in addition to his fine accomplishments as football coach at the school. The...