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 two buildings pictured above are up for bid by the City of Staunton. Both buildings are being sold as one lot and must be demolished by the winning bidder. The addresses are 104 and 108 East Main Street....
Route 66 cruise, Touch-a-Truck event both on Saturday; city-wide yard sales Friday and Saturday Get ready to shop, walk among some of the most iconic cars ever made, and get a close-up view of big working trucks and vehicles this weekend in Staunton. The fun starts with the annual city-wide yard sales that will be spread out all over town and parts of the countryside starting at 8 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. You are sure to find some treasures for your home, garage, toy box or closet by visiting the many garage sales around town. Maps showing...
On Saturday, May 27, Doug Behme Foundation hosted their 5th annual Run/Walk in Remembrance 5K and Rev It Up In Remembrance Car Show in Worden. The events are held annually in remembrance of loved ones who have passed away and to enable the Foundation to provide assistance and opportunities to those who have been affected by burn injuries, as well as to their children and their families. The Run/Walk in Remembrance 5K attracted almost 200 participants. Several groups walked in memory of their loved ones and memory signs were displayed along the...
The Staunton Bulldog track athletes that went to the state competition were (L to R) Ethan Rantanen, Cody Kapp, Christian Haas, Michael Matesa, Johnnie Vercoglio, Trace Trettenero, Nathan Oller, Braden Buffington, and Ethan Tew. The boys went to Eastern Illinois University on Thursday, May 25, for boys track. The 4x100 was Matesa, Rantanen, Buffington and Trettenero. They finished 28 out of 42 with a time of 44.85. The 4x200 was Matesa, Oller, Rantanen and Trettenero. They finished 22 out of 39...
The Gillespie Public Library has added to its permanent collection a series of Sanborn maps. Sanborn Map Company created maps of U.S. cities in the 19th and 20th century to allow fire insurance companies to access their total liability in U.S. cities. The maps take sections of the city and code them into different types of structures. Some blocks are quite detailed, especially the downtown areas. The library has these maps on display until late July. The five- map series are (the following maps cover selected areas of town): 1894 - 2 maps,...
The Staunton Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is hosting a nature walk for all ages at the Staunton soccer fields. This will be Saturday, June 10, at 10 a.m. There will be four mini Bible lessons throughout the short walk. It's a great way for kids to spend time outdoors safely and learn about the Lord....
The Heritage Concert Band’s 2023 season Mt. Olive series began on June 1. The remain- der of the June concerts at Mt. Olive City Park on Main Street will take place on the next three Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. – June 8, 15 and 22. June 29 is reserved as a rain date in case any of the previous nights are rained out. The band’s Staunton concert series will take place on Thurs- days in July – July 6, 13, 20 and 27. Those concerts will start at 7:30 p.m. at the band’s performance stage behind the Staunton Public Library. The band is directed...
John William Ernst, 92, of Alhambra, Ill., died on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at the Hitz Memorial Home in Alhambra. He was born on March 12, 1931, in New Douglas. He was the son of Albert G. Sr. and Tillie (Boehme) Ernst. He married Juanita Clotfelter on Aug. 16, 1953, at the First Baptist Church in Litchfield. She preceded him in death on July 27, 2021. John owned and operated the J&S Ernst Farm north of Alhambra. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Douglas. John served as a... Full story
David Allen Zimmerman, 54, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at Anderson Hospital in Maryville on Thursday, June 1, 2023. He was born Jan. 31, 1969, in Alton, to Duane and Joan (Burt) Zimmerman. He married Stephanie Lahey on June 17, 1989, in Fosterburg, and she survives. He was an electrician where he completed warehouse maintenance. He was a member and shop steward of Local 649 IBEW. David was a member of the Bunker Hill Volunteer Fire Department Association. He was an avid hunter of boar and white tail bucks. He enjoyed fishing, four wheeling and... Full story
Terry L. Simpson, 61, of Gillespie, Ill., died on May 28, 2023, in Montgomery, Ala., while on vacation with his wife, Denise. He and his twin brother were gifted at birth on Sept. 23, 1961, in Waverly, Tenn., to Truman and Frances (Lampley) Simpson and was preceded in death by them as well as their biological mother, Imogene Thomas Etheridge. Terry attended grade school at Glenview Elementary school in Nashville, Tenn., until age 10, then moved to McEwen, Tenn., and attended McEwen Grade School and graduated from McEwen High School. After high... Full story
Arlene Anna Butts, 68, of Litchfield, Ill., died at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., on Thursday, May 25, 2023. She was born Aug. 27, 1954, in Mt. Olive to Louis and Viola (Eickmeyer) Pauge. She married Larry G. Butts on July 7, 2000, in Gillespie. He survives. She was a factory assembler in the boat and motor parts industry. Arlene was an avid reader and seamstress. She enjoyed video games. She is survived by her husband, Larry Butts of Litchfield; sons, Ron Street, Eric Street, Chris Peters; two grandchildren; brother, Pete Peters... Full story
Eric D. Roberts, 51, of Gillespie, Ill., died at his residence on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. He was born June 22, 1971, at Scott Air Force Base to Theodore "Casey" and Jean (Herron) Roberts. He was a high-reach forklift operator for Gateway Commerce Center. Eric enjoyed listening to music, playing instruments and composing. He is survived by his siblings, Aaron (Angeline) Roberts of Moro, Betty (Carl) Salmon of Ohio, Casey (Scott) Roach of Springfield; nieces and nephews, Xander Roberts, Xia Roach, Jordan (Garrett) Belville and Jacob Roach. Eric... Full story
Roy Lee Baker, 95, of Shipman, Ill., died at Heritage Health of Staunton on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. He was born April 1, 1928, in Shipman, to George and Eva (Smith) Baker. He married Audrey Irene Smithpott, and she preceded him in death. He was a farmer and a self-taught machinist. Roy enjoyed toy making, casting, coin collecting and toy collecting. He is survived by his children, Gerald (Mina) Baker of Shipman, Dennis (Sonja) Baker of Plainview, Kenneth (Grace) Baker of Bethalto, Darrell... Full story
Wanda Jean Walford, 74, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. She was born June 17, 1948, in Cairo, to Oscar and Wanda (Whittenberg) Phelps. She married James F. Brewer, Sr. and later married John Walford. She was a homemaker. Wanda was a member of the Bunker Hill First Assembly of God Church. She is survived by her children, Patra (Leonard) Hankins of Bunker Hill, Tina (Rodney) Schumann of Cuba, Mo., Malinda (Jeffrey) Wolff of Brighton, Jason (Kim) Brewer of Bunker Hill, Aaron (Gina)... Full story
The Tour De Donut is scheduled to return to Staunton on Saturday, July 8. This year marks 35 years for the event being staged in Staunton. Each year, as the plans for the race are developed to be held in Staunton, a lot of pre-event work as well as day-of-the race activities are required to be sure everything goes off as scheduled and as smoothly as possible. To accomplish this, there is a definite need for volunteers - many volunteers! If you have helped in any of the previous races or would like to get involved with this year’s event, p...
University of Illinois Extension of Macoupin County is offering the state mandated Certified Food Protection Managers class and exam. Food service establishments are required 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. The two-day course is June 22 and 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Macoupin County Extension Office in Carlinville located at 60 Carlinville Plaza. Participants must...
In the May 24 issue of the Staunton Star-Times a typing error was made in the article titled, Two milestones cap The Partnership's 30th anniversary. In the list of scholarships awarded to Gillespie High School graduates, the corrected information is as follows: Reese Bussman received the John and Mary Hicks Family Scholarship. Hailey Handee-Rhodes received the J.E. Libbra Family Farm Scholarship. We apologize for the error....
Reservations for Benld Nutrition Center 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 7 - Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Garlic Bread, Garden Salad, Tropical Fruit, Jello Salad with Strawberries Thursday, June 8 - Chicken Patty...
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. Marriage Licenses Mark William Woodson, Livingston; Erin Renee Geringer, Livingston Douglas Dorsey Brown, St. Ann, Mo.; Randi Lynn Courtney, Staunton Conner McGrady, Gillespie; Taylor Clark, Gillespie Robert Larry McCollum, Gillespie; Kristy Jo Reedy, Benld Dena Leonard, Girard; John Jason Legrand, Girard Matthew Joseph Ray, Staunton; Ann Marie Baalman,...
May 24, 2023: Juvenile - Runaway May 25, 2023: Ashley E. Allender; Criminal Trespass to Land May 25, 2023: Henry D. Wilson; Criminal Trespass to Land May 26, 2023: Rhonnie G. Schaaff; Hit and Run; Failure to Reduce Speed/Accident May 31, 2023: Jeanie M. Unger; Dumping, Depositing, Littering; Paid June 2, 2023: Neglect of child; Case forwarded to D.C.F.S. June 2, 2023: Brandon J. Edwards; Suspend Revoked Drivers License; Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle; Improper Operation of ATV/Off Highway Motorcycle...
Thursday, November 20, 1975 -- RETIRED FIRE CHIEF HONORED FOR SERVICE -- On Saturday evening, November 8, the Staunton Volunteer Fire Department held their annual Dinner-Dance Awards night. It was this night that the volunteer firemen and city council paid tribute to Carl Stemploski who after 15 years as fire chief retired this past April. Don Kasubke, president of the department, presented Carl with an inscribed plaque which read: "In appreciation to Carl Stemploski for 15 years of service and dedication as Fire Chief - From the Staunton...
This week's Looking Back photo is the property of Pat Wieseman and shows grade 8 at St. Michael's Catholic School in the 1982-83 school year. Carla Moore is the principal and Father O'Connell is the pastor. Students are identified as follows: (Top) R. Aloisi; (2nd row, L to R) K. Bellovich, D. Elfrink, C. Hicken, H. Mengelkamp, B. Ruffini, L. Sternickle; (3rd row) M. Bennett, B. Fiori, M. LaRosa, S. McBrien, B. Scherff, D. Wieseman; (Bottom) T. Drake, A. Garde, K. Masinelli, E. McLean, K....
Issue of June 4, 1998 Mike Favre expressed interest in purchasing or trading land for city-owned land next to the former Forest Lakes Resort. He is making an 18-hole golf course in that location. Kay and Vince Boster (former chief of police) were killed in a head-on collision on Renken Road on Thursday, May 28. Four others were seriously injured. Dwight Brackman announced the merger of his business, Brackman Insurance and Financial Resources, into a new wholly owned subsidiary of First National Bank known as 1st BancFinancial located in the...
Coach B.J. Ogata and the Staunton High School boys track team were just one of 75 teams represented at the 1A Boys State Track Meet held May 25 at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston. Staunton's 4x100 relay team placed 28th in the 1A prelims with a time of 44.85. Team members (all juniors) were Michael Matesa, Ethan Rantanen, Braden Buffington and Trace Trettenero. Staunton's 4x200 team placed 22nd in the 1A prelims with a time of 1:32.95. Team members were (juniors) Michael Matesa. Ethen...