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 Macoupin County Historical Society, the Macoupin Agricultural Antique Association and the Illinois Valley Blacksmith Association invite you to their annual Spring Festival on Saturday and Sunday, June 4 and 5, at 920 W. Breckenridge Sreet in Carlinville. Festival days begin with breakfast in the Red Barn kitchen at 7:30 a.m. The Red Barn and the tractor club kitchen will both serve lunch beginning at 11 a.m. and continue until close at 4 p.m. Live music will be provided at noon on both Saturday and Sunday. The Soul Rangers perform on...
Zion Lutheran Church,1301 N. State Street in Litchfield, will have their rummage sale on Friday, June 3, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Also on Friday, the Zion PTL will have a bake sale. A $3 bag sale will be held on Saturday, June 4, from 8 to 11 a.m. Zion school gym will have 56 tables of clothing and accessories of all sizes, household and decorating items, toys, books, linens, jewelry, plants, small appliances, and furniture. One can expect many unusual items....
A while back, while spending time with our Layla, who was 7 years old at the time, she had a minor accident. It came about from her restless searching for a place to land and this time she chose to drape herself over my piano bench. The problem came when she fell asleep in that canopy position. As her body shifted side-wise the bench tipped over and laid heavily upon one of her arms. As I helped her up, doing my TLC thing, I could tell she was struggling to hold back the tears. Finally one big tear bubbled out of her eye followed by a host of...
The worship time will be changing at First United Methodist Church in Staunton on Sunday, July 3. Worship time will move from 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. This is due to the fact that Pastor Nancy will also be serving as pastor of the Dorchester UMC starting July 3. Worship time there will be 8:15 a.m. Everyone is invited to worship with the Staunton congregation at their new time. They will be celebrating Holy Communion on that day....
Mt. Olive First Baptist Church at 410 West 3rd North Street in Mt. Olive will be celebrating Pentecost Sunday on June 5 in the 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 5 p.m. services. The theme verse is, "They were all filled with the Holy Spirit." Everyone is welcome. For more information call 217-299-0508....
The Bunker Hill Food Pantry located at 501 East Warren St., began operation in 1987 after founder Margaret Gerdt, successfully opened it. Lester Lawton, who took over managing the Pantry later said of her, "It was hard work for her. She had to go begging for money and for people to help, but she got the job done, and we wouldn't be here today without the work she did back then." The pantry offers a variety of food items from milk, meat, canned goods, cereals and cake mixes. They are open...
The 2022 Illinois Products Farmers’ Market has a family friendly atmosphere with an array of vendors, a different food truck each week, cooking demonstrations and free live entertainment. Back again this year are drawings for Garden Illinois plants, drawings for $10 in “Market Cash” and chances to win an AARP Illinois Products basket each week. The Illinois Products Farmers’ Market will be held every Thursday from 3:30 - 7 p.m. through Sept. 29, excluding June 9 and the two Thursdays during the Illinois State Fair. It's located at The Shed on...
The Staunton Education Foundation would like to thank the following for their memorials and donations: Donations were received from Cindy Belin and Floriene Fortuna, both of Staunton Memorials were made by the following: John & Alva Tevini in memory of Vi Felchner Janet & Dave Hall in memory of Jim DeVries Linda & Don Best in memory of Bill Knop Kathy & Randy Legendre in memory of Ruth Sievers and LaMoine Sullivan Patricia Vesper in memory of Marlene Mihelcic and LaMoine Sullivan Ruby Hering in memory of Ruth Sievers, Ann Fuchs, Elenora Vesper...
Metro-East Lutheran High School had issued their 4th quarter honor roll for the 2021-22 school year. Area students making the honor list include the following. Honor Roll w/High Distinction (4.0) Freshman: Kate Jose of Worden Sophomores: Mary Curtis of Worden, Avah Jones and Deagan Jones of Bunker Hill Juniors: Leticia Bennasar-Lluy and Alexandra Bozarth of Worden, Marcus Gerling of Bunker Hill Honor roll w/Distinction (3.75-3.99) Sophomore: Haliegh Knipping of Worden Juniors: Sophia Ball and Silas Curtis of Worden, Joseph Bowers of Hamel, and...
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. Make checks payable to IVEDC. Wednesday, June 1 - Sausage Patties, Biscuit* and Gravy, Roasted Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts, Mixed Fruit Thursday, June 2 - Beef Vegetable soup, Pickled Beets, Pineapple, Chocolate...
With the weather warming up, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is warning the public to beware of rabid animals, especially bats, as they become more active this time of year. IDPH has received reports of four rabid bats in the state since May 15 from Champaign, Jackson, Macon and Will counties. “While there is a preventive treatment for rabies, it is one of the deadliest diseases we know,” said IDPH Acting Director Amaal Tokars. “Bats are the most common carriers of the rabies virus in Illinois and are responsible for the vast...
University of Illinois Extension will be offering the state mandated Certified Food Protection Managers class and exam. The Illinois Department of Public Health Food Sanitation Code (section 750.540) requires food service establishments to be under the operational supervision of a certified food protection manager during hours of operation. Certificates need renewal every five years and class attendance is mandatory to sit for the exam. U of I Extension of Macoupin County will be offering the course and exam. The two-day course will take place...
The HSHS St. Francis Hospital Auxiliary will sponsor a drive-thru dinner on Monday, June 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. to support the auxiliary’s scholarship fund. Dinners must be ordered by May 30 at nelsonscatering.com/St.-Francis-Hospital-Auxiliary, or in the hospital gift shop, or by contacting Jeanne Banovic at 217-273-6716 or Nancy Hyam at 217-254-4442. The June 6 drive-thru dinner pickup will take place in front of the main hospital entrance. The meal will feature a grilled pork chop, baked potato, southern style green beans, and a roll, all p...
High Honor (4.0) Seniors: Jonathan Daugherty, Ashley Ellis, Caroline Goldasich, Isabella Henning, Koral Keehner, Teagan Lorenz, Savannah Missey, Shelby Schuette, Matthew Sievers, Cayden Silvester, Jordan Staggs, Evyn Troeckler, Jacqueline Vercoglio Juniors: Valeria Cazares, Andrew Dustman, Mary Rensing, Emma Saracco, Emma Tjaden Sophomores: Katie Cook, Maxwell Eldred, Breanna Feeley, Eliza Feldman, Evin Frank, Alison Fritz, Alexis Hester, Paige Horstmeyer, Kylie Lucykow, Presley Rantanen, Ava Roller, Delaney Sievers, Lucy Taylor, Sarah Wright...
A rainy Saturday couldn't keep the McKay Corporation from its second annual Strut Your Stuff fundraiser for the Illinois chapter of Make-A-Wish on May 21 at Fireman's Park in Staunton. Although only a few cars cruised into the event due to the inclement weather, 26 teams joined the fun in the bags tournament. Winners of the bags tournament were Justin Allen and Sunny Shuey in first place, Ben and Kendall Frank in second place and Ryan and Shanna Ocepek third place. Bruce Arnold was the lucky...
When a stroke occurs, doctors often say “time is brain.” That’s because every minute the brain is without oxygen due to a stroke, two million brain cells die. This can often lead to brain damage, disability or death. “Stroke patients can receive treatment in the ambulance, so it’s important to call for emergency assistance as soon as possible,” says Dr. Robert Woodruff, cardiologist with Prairie Cardiovascular. “If a stroke is suspected, always call 9-1-1 as immediate treatment and early intervention may minimize the long-term effects of st...
* Save the peels from your oranges, and dry them at a low temperature in the oven. You can add them to a pot of coffee or tea for a flavor boost that is refreshing and delicious. * "If your tomato garden is experiencing caterpillars, try planting dillweed close to your tomatoes. It can provide a diversion, allowing your tomatoes to grow pest-free!" -- Y.F. in Florida * "Cure your color in new garments (especially dark- or bright-colored) by soaking the item in cold, salty water before washing. Make sure that the fabric will allow this! * "Take...
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will continue to enforce emergency rules prohibiting the sale or exhibiting of poultry and poultry products at swap meets, exhibitions, flea markets, and auction markets in Illinois to prevent the spread of avian influenza. The Department’s emergency rules took effect on April 5. The emergency rules may be effective for up to 150 days; however, the Department is evaluating the need for the emergency rules every 45 days based on the most up-to-date avian influenza information. At the close of the f...
The Jr. Bulldogs held their annual Punt-Pass-Kick event on Sunday, May 15, at the football shed. Participants are pictured above. Awards were given as follows: 8th Grade Byron McKane; 7th Grade:Caden Leonard, Ethan Miles, Braylen Brown; 6th Grade: Nolan Augustine; 5th Grade: Weston Washburn, Jack Weiseman, Joseph Leonard; 5th Grade: Joseph Leonard, Cole Harbin, Weston Washburn; 4th Grade: Ethan Wagener, Jack Armbruster, Levi McKee; 4th Grade: Ethan Wagener, Colten Griffith, Camden Moore; 4th...
TheStaunton High School baseball team ended their season with a 9-15 record on Wednesday, May 18th, when they lost to Columbia (4-14) in the State playoffs. Columbia opened the game with a 7 run rally in the first inning and never gave up that lead. Sta ...0 - 2 - 1 - 1 - 0 - 0 = 4 Col. 7- 4 - 0 - 0 - 2 - 1 = 14 Staunton runs were scored by Sam Best, Cayden Silvester, and Dillon Pritchett(2). Pritchett led the Bulldog hitters, going 3 for 3 and earning 1 RBI. Other hits/RBIs were by Brady...
The Staunton girls softball team season came to an end Monday, May 23, when the Lady Bulldogs lost to Newton at the Vandalia Regional. Sta. 2 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 0 - 1 = 3 New 2 - 3 - 1 - 3 - 0 - 0 - x = 9 Scoring for Staunton were Evin Frank,Whitney Weller and Savannah Billings. Hits/RBIs were byFrank1/0, Weller 2/2, Billings 1/1, and Taylor Nolan 2/0. Coach Lucykow and the LadyBulldogs had a very successful season before being eliminated in state playoff competition and ended the year with an impressive 17-4 record....
Turkey hunters harvested a preliminary statewide total of 13,701 wild turkeys during the 2022 Illinois spring turkey season. This year’s preliminary harvest total compares with the 2021 statewide turkey harvest of 13,613. A total of 81,903 permits were sold this year compared to 83,240 in 2021. The statewide preliminary total includes the 2022 youth turkey season harvest of 1,258 birds, which compares with the 2021 youth harvest of 1,304 turkeys (the record for youth season harvest). The statewide record total harvest for the spring turkey s...
This year marks the 17th year that Madison Communications has sponsored the Teacher of the Year Awards contest. Madison has proudly contributed over $19,000 to local area schools through this program. The Teacher of the Year program annually presents an award to three teachers. Teachers employed at school districts within Madison's service areas are eligible to be nominated for this award. The contest takes place from March 1 to May 2 and is divided into the nomination and voting phase. During t...
Life does not exist without water. Gardens don't grow without water. But what happens when there is too much of a good thing? Or when that good thing is mismanaged and becomes a misfortune. Or when there are prolonged periods of drought? "The tale of stormwater is more frequently a story of feast or famine," says Emily Swihart, University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator. "Managing this resource onsite can have ripple effects downstream and throughout the watershed." Rain gardens,...
After a cold, wet spring Illinois farmers are racing to get their crops in the field. As large farm equipment moves along country roads, both farmers and those driving a vehicle should adopt a "safety first" attitude. The 2022 spring planting season is progressing rapidly with many workers moving at a rapid pace to keep up. During spring planting season, more slow-moving farm equipment travel on the roadways, creating potentially hazardous traffic jams where motorists in a rush least expect them. "Since many drivers are unfamiliar with the...