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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Local veterans, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts gathered at the Veterans Memorial on Memorial Day. Located on Main Street, just in front of the Staunton Public Library in Staunton, the young leaders and local veterans paid tribute and their respects to those who died while serving our country. Most importantly, it honored all warriors by expressing sincere acknowledgment to the love that someone must have to fight for their lives to protect....
For those that may have a child entering the following grades, they may need required immunizations for school: Kindergarten, Sixth grade and Twelfth grade. At the Mobile Medical Unit in the Maple Street Parking Lot located at 109 E. Maple Street, Gillespie, Ill. From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., patients will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. However, pre-registration is preferred but it is not mandatory. Walk-ins are definitely accepted as well. There will be Pop-Up Immunization Clinics on the following dates as well: Monday, June 17;...
Staunton's Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) classes will start June 10 and run until Aug. 14, every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Staunton's Area Ambulance is located at 401 Ash St. in Staunton. The hours are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and class size is limited. The cost is $900 and it is due on the first day of class. Students will test for National EMT upon completion of the course. All interested parties please contact the Staunton Area Ambulance Service at (618)- 635-3290....
Among major travel holidays, Memorial Day is the most popular with 60% planning a road trip, followed by Independence Day at 45% and Labor Day at 34%. Over half (58%) of road trippers have already confirmed their plans by booking accommodation. GasBuddy expects July 4 to be the lowest priced holiday at the pump, with Labor Day a bit uncertain due to hurricane season. Gas prices are a major factor in where to stop while road trips may reign supreme, expenses are a major factor shaping summer travel this year. 63% of survey respondents cited...
By DONNA PREVEDELL [email protected] “This year we set two records,” reported John Fassero, Jr., at the Gillespie High School Senior Awards Night held on Thursday, May 16. The president of the Community Unit School District Number 7 Education Foundation stated first: “thanks to three decades of generosity by local families, friends, and alumni, we doubled the size of our tuition scholarships to $2,000.” In addition, 40 percent of graduating seniors earned scholarships. which is now the new record. “We proudly awarded $48,000 in tuitio...
By BRETT ALLEN Staunton Jr. High students who had received an IESA Sportsmanship Pin during the 2023-2024 school year kicked off the board spotlight at the Monday, May 20, 2024 Board of Education meeting. These students were recognized for the positive sportsmanship they exhibited during post regular season competitions. In addition, the board recognized Mike Kelly for his commitment and dedication to the Staunton School District for the past three years. Kelly is ending his time with the School District as this school year comes to close....
Dorothy Rose Bausano, 92, of Gillespie, Ill., passed away at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, Ill., on Monday, May 6, 2024. She was born May 8, 1931, in Gillespie, Ill., to Peter and Josephine (Rolando) Bausano. She was a retired secretary, as well as a member of the SS Simonand Jude Altar Society. She is survived by two nephews, Ken Bausano and John Martin; four nieces, Theresa Jarden, Joan Heyen, Mary Seward, and JoAnn Ingrum; sister-in-law, Pat Bausano; and several cousins also survive. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; brothe...
Robert Dale Bartok, 67, passed away on May 16, 2024 at Carlinville Rehab and Health Care Center in Carlinville, Ill. He was born on Aug. 18, 1956 in Litchfield to Daniel Louis and Hazel (Coatney) Bartok. Robert married Jackie Parker in Carlinville on April 9, 2018 and she preceded him in death. He was baptized and confirmed at the First United Methodist Church in Mt. Olive. Robert attended Mt. Olive Public School and graduated with the class of 1974. He went to work for Hano Business Forms and worked there until Hano went out of business. He...
Peggy R. Rundle, 74, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at Alton Memorial Hospital, Alton, Ill., on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. She was born November 1, 1949, in Alton, Ill., to Wilbur and Ruby (Ousley) Rundle. She was a CNA who enjoyed baking and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her sons, David M. (Amy) Gresham, Bunker Hill and Bo (Kristina) Gresham, Brighton; six grandchildren, Zachary Collins, Hannah Collins, Brittany Anderson, Savannah Walker, Sydney Gresham, and Olivia Gresham; three great-grandchildren, Lincoln Collins,...
Phyllis Jean Robinson, 79, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at Alton Memorial Hospital. She was born on Feb. 8, 1945, in Edwardsville, Ill., the daughter of Ralph and Mabel (Klopmeier) Helmkamp, and they preceded her in death. She married her husband of nearly 55-years, John Robinson, at Zion Lutheran Church in Bunker Hill on Aug. 9, 1969 and he survives. A graduate of Bunker Hill High School, with the class of 1963, she began her career at Olin as a switchboard operator before dedicating herself full-time to her family and farm. She was a...
McKay NAPA Auto Parts held their fourth annual Strut Your Stuff Cruise-In for Make-A-Wish on Saturday, May 4. The event raised just over $16,000 and featured a total of 74 vehicles showing up for the day, Brandon Pfieffer Racing bringing his micro sprint car to the event, a cut-away NASCAR series truck on display from World Wide Technology Raceway, food from Mason’s Cottage and M&K BBQ and a location and refreshments provided by Concordia Hall. Skeeters Pud in Staunton donated bags and boards t...
On Tuesday, May 21, Staunton's Chamber of Commerce was resupplying the sponsored flower beds around town and Main Street. They also placed new signs within the flowers. The Chamber of Commerce appreciates the businesses taking effort in making the little things beautiful....
Hello Friends of the Staunton Public Library. With Summer rapidly approaching, it means that the Summer Reading Program is also right around the corner once again. The theme this year is "Read, Renew, Repeat." The Summer Reading Program is every Thursday in June at teh Staunton Public Library from 3 p.m. to to 4 p.m. Everyone between the ages three years and up is welcome. Story time, art activities and as always, if time permits, games will be on the agenda every Thursday in June. Reading prizes will be offered as well as for the individuals a...
Persons are considered innocent until proven guilty. In criminal actions, the person has been charged by a law enforcement agency but is entitled to a hearing or trial to argue his innocence. Court David R. Scott, (35), of Carlinville, committed the Class three felony offense for the known possession of less than five grams of methamphetamine or a substance containing it on Feb. 18, 2024. Raymond E. Jones, (56), of Carlinville, faces a Class two felony offense for a crime committed on May 8, 2024, being that said defendant is a sex offender...
By TOM EMERY Having a ship named after you is a big deal. In Macoupin County, several former residents can claim that honor. At least five ships have been named for people from the county, and served the nation in major wars. Four that honored area figures were Liberty ships, a series of mass-produced vessels that were often used for cargo. Some 2,710 Liberty ships were built by eighteen shipyards nationwide at a cost of $2 million each. The ships were usually 441 feet long, with a 57-foot beam...
A wonderful opportunity coming to Staunton welcomes boys and girls from Second grade to Eighth grade to participate and the proceeds go to an honorable program. On Sunday, June 2, 2024 at the JFL Shed behind field number two at the City of Staunton’s baseball and softball fields, registration for the Punt Pass Kick Challenge is set to start at 1 p.m. The event itself will begin at 1:30 p.m. and will end at 3 p.m. It is imperative for those interested in participating that they show up for the registration time because a liability waiver must b...
This summer Zion Lutheran School in Staunton will host Summer With A Purpose (SWAP) camps. Zion offers both fun and educational camps to children entering Kindergarten through age 11. Camps are held Monday-Thursday from 1 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. throughout the summer and are taught by Zion’s certified teaching staff. Each camp costs $45 and registration forms must be received by the Wednesday prior to the week of a camp, so that adequate supplies may be purchased. Registration forms may be obtained at Zion Lutheran Church or School and at the S...
The community of Staunton has received, and hopefully will continue to receive, a love of very good publicity thanks to an annual Tour de Donut bicycle race. But an event such as this does not run automatically by itself – it needs the very real support of local volunteers. Past races have drawn over 1,000 participants. This years race is scheduled for Saturday, July 13, at 9 a.m. Sullivan Drugs in Staunton is still looking for people willing to donate some time for this event. Hopefully, Staunton will respond the way they always have and g...
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, May 29 – Smothered Chicken Breast, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, California B...
By: Jill Pertler No one plans to date after 50, but you never know the details life will hand you: divorce, death of a spouse, boredom, aloneness – it all leads to one thing. You find yourself being half of a couple in a couple’s world. Such a conundrum. You were once half the age of 50 and probably a couple, now you are twice as old and twice as alone – or at least it feels that way; it’s the hand you’ve been dealt. Dating at 20 is one thing. It is beautiful. You are beautiful and the people around you (and willing to date you) are equally b...
Issue of May 26, 1999 A ground-breaking ceremony was held for the new addition to the Staunton Public Library. A daughter was born to Pete and Lynn Vogel on May 4. Eudora M. (Dorie) Moggio (78) of Edwardsville, formerly of Livingston, died May 23 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville. Johnnie R. Eller (79) of Jerseyville, formerly of Staunton, died May 17 at Jerseyville Manor in Jerseyville. Billie L. (Lee) Row (66) of Livingston died May 19 at Belleville Memorial Hospital. Norine Lind Morrison (94) of Plainview died May 19 at her residence....
Thursday, Nov. 15, 1923 -- TAKING STEPS TO IMPROVE SERVICE -- Gas Company will Connect Tanks Directly with Wells to Give 24-Hour Service -- Officials of the Staunton Gas. Co. are making preparations to improve the service in our city, which since the advent of cooler weather has not been satisfactory. According to statements made to the writer at the office of the company Tuesday morning, steps are now being taken to make several changes which will result in a material improvement in the service. As is known, the company last winter placed...
Let It Flow is a solo album by Dave Mason, released in 1977. The album was Mason’s biggest selling album while on Columbia Records. Mason was joined on the album by a variety of guest musicians and the album reached No. 37 on the Billboard 200, lasting 49-weeks on the chart. The song "We Just Disagree" reached number No. 12 on the Billboard charts in the U.S. and was the record's major commercial success. Other charting singles from this album are "So High (Rock Me Baby and Roll Me Away)" and "...
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. FOR SALE: 2012 Chevrolet...
GARAGE SALE: 602 S. Madison St., Thursday, May 30, 1p.m. until 6 p.m.; Friday, May 31, 8 a.m. until 1 p.m.; Saturday, June 1, 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. For Ladies! Clothes for all seasons - sizes XL-3X, purses, costume jewelry, lots of scarfs, shoes 12w etc. Saturday, June 1, 50% off or more. 49-50p GARAGE SALE: Friday, May 31, 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. 1022 S, Edwardsville. 50p...