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 June 9, 1999 Ralph and Lorraine (Bednar) Blotevogel celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on June 5. A son was born to Cory and Mary Grandidier on May 15 at Fort Bliss Army Hospital in Texas. Helen E. Sheets (81) of Staunton died June 1 at Community Memorial Hospital in Staunton. George Allan Arndt (85) of Livingston died June 5 at his residence. Dennis L. Johnson (55) of Staunton died June 2 at Community Memorial Hospital in Staunton. Alice M. Oliphant (62) of Livingston died May 31 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Earl E....
Thursday, Nov. 22, 1923 -- SCHOOL NOTES -- The art exhibition, held Nov. 14, 15 and 16 was well attended each night. On account of having such a evening was well attended and a large crowd Thursday evening, the program Friday was given in the afternoon, also at 7:30 and 8:30. Several posts for swings, see-saws and other play ground equipment were put up at both the North and South schools. Miss Picton's room will receive the picture for selling the most tickets for the art exhibition. The amount cleared by his room was $13.00. "Not a minute...
Compliment three people each day. Watch a sunrise at least once a year. Look people in the eye. Say "Thank You" a lot. Say "Please" a lot. Live beneath your means. Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards. Treat everyone you meet as you want to be treated. Donate two pints of blood every year. Make new friends but cherish the old ones. Keep secrets. Don't waste time learning the "tricks of the trade." Instead, learn the trade. Admit your mistakes. Be brave. Even if you're not, pretend to be. No one can tell the...
FOR SALE: 1991 Ford F150, XLT, 5 speed Stick with 100,000 miles, excellent running vehicle, new tires. Asking $3500 OBO. Call 618-635-5258. 51-52 FOR SALE: 1992 Dodge with 87,000 miles. Runs good, cold air, automatic Transmission. Used by SIUE college student for the last two years. Asking $2500 OBO. Call 618-635-5258. 51-52 FOR SALE: Toro Commercial Zero Turn, 60 inch TORO, with commercial grass catcher. Excellent condition, asking $6,000 OBO. Call 618-635-5258. 51-52 FOR SALE: John Deere Side by Side, HPX815E, Diesel, Has seven hours on...
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...
Perhaps you sent a lovely card, or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent a funeral spray, if so we saw it there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words, as any friend could say; Perhaps you were not there at all, just thought of us that day. Whatever you did to console our hearts, we thank you so much whatever the part. The Family of Janet Kay Seketa...
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...
GARAGE SALE: 45 Calstrada Dr. Staunton, Saturday June 15, 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Items left from citywide yard sale will be half price. Also new items including furniture priced cheap. 52p...
VICTORIA ESTATES YARD SALE: 465 Binney Station Road, Staunton. Thursday, June 13, 12 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 14 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rain or Shine. Go past DQ, over I-55 overpass, go one mile, turn right, one mile. Follow signs. Very nice Home Goods, Home Decor, Toys, Clothes and so much more. Separate Guys Yard Sale Too. 52p...
STAUNTON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND MEETING Notice is given that a public hearing will be held on July 2, 2024 at 7 p.m. at 215 South Wood, Staunton, Ill., with reference to the Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance of the Staunton Fire Protection District. The Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance is posted at 215 South Wood in Staunton, Ill., for public inspection and will remain so posted for at least thirty (30) days prior to final action on the annual budget. Immediately following the public hearing,...
Now that school is out, many teenagers are moving from the classroom into the summer workforce, and the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) wants to ensure that employers and families are aware of the steps that must be taken before a child begins work and while they’re on the job. “Child labor laws are meant to protect some of the most vulnerable workers in Illinois,” said Illinois Department of Labor Director Jane Flanagan. “We’ve seen too many stories in the national news about children being exploited or hurt at work. The rules in place...
IHDA Does Not Administer A Section 8 Program, Nor Does It Collect Personal Information Or Charge Fees For Housing Services The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) is alerting vulnerable households of an online scam pretending to be IHDA or a similar housing entity. The scam is presented as a flyer posted on Facebook announcing the opening of a waitlist for specific properties as part of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8). The scam encourages residents to provide their information through a fraudulent link or to...
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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...
By Tom Emery Times may change, but some things stay the same. Fortunately for music lovers in the Riverbend and statewide, the municipal band is a constant, a cherished part of the summer landscape in many communities for decades. Across Illinois and the nation, musicians in communities large and small keep the tunes playing for a devoted following, spending their precious time and using their own instruments on warm nights throughout the season. And mostly, it’s for the love of it. “It gives me great pleasure to play in the band,” said Laure...
By Rachel Gignac Swipe fees will be prohibited on sales tax, state excise taxes and gratuities in Illinois, according to the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act. The act was included in the state's budget, which the Illinois House passed Wednesday. Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has indicated he will sign it, the National Association of Convenience Stores said. As part of Pritzker’s budget proposal, he included a provision to cap the tax discount claimed by retailers at $1,000 a month, which would generate more revenue for the state but at the e...
Macoupin County Public Transportation will be traveling to the Zoo, Grants Farm and Shopping in Fairview Heights. Don’t miss out on these trips, trips are open to everyone. The upcoming trips are scheduled as, Thursday, June 6 they will be going to the Zoo and Lunch at Bandana’s BBQ in Collinsville. June 20 they will be going to Grant’s Farm. Grant’s Farm is a historical and long-standing landmark in Grantwood Village, Mo., built by Ulysses S. Grant in 1903. Thursday, June 27 they will be in Fairview Heights for shopping. Call the office...
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Country Classic Cars on Route 66 hosted its 2nd Annual Summer Classic. The Car Show had live music being performed by Klose Kuarters, food and food truck vendors from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fortunately the rain held. It was a great environment to enjoy some beautiful cars...
On Thursday, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) adopted the state’s first Renewable Energy Access Plan (REAP), an actionable roadmap to ensure Illinois meets its policy requirements for an equitable, reliable, and cost-effective clean electricity system. The REAP is intended to be a tool to encourage regional transmission organizations (RTOs) to be more proactive in pursing long-range transmission planning improvements to support future renewable energy development in their service territories. “This first REAP lays a path to help Ill...
The SHS Baseball team celebrated its season last week. Seniors on the team included Victor Buehler, Brady Gillen, and Dillon Pritchett. The following awards were presented: All-Conference (Second-Team): Carter Legendre and Dillon Pritchett; Pitching Award: Drake Billings; Team MVP: Dillon Pritchett...
Staunton High School Trap Team held the Illinois State High School Clay Target League (ISHSCTL) State Trapshooting Championship on June 2, 2024. The event began with the National Anthem sang by Emma Kolb. The JV Team won First Place in Class 2A State. Caiden Crowe won First Place Class 2A Male....
Staunton Soccer Club registrations are open for the fall league. Registration fee is $75 per player and registration ends June 23, 2024. Check out their Facebook page, Staunton Soccer Club, for registration information or email [email protected]....
Mount Olive Illinois First Baptist Church at 410 W. 3rd North St., in Mt. Olive will be celebrating "Honor Father's Day" on Sunday, June 16 in the 9:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. services. Special music will include Faith of Our Fathers. A small gift will be given to each father or spiritual father present in the services. For more information call 217-299-05-08....
The weather was perfect and we had a good turnout of golfers. The low gross (39) was the team of Kim Meyer, Cynthia Albrecht Tipler and Kathryn Young. They also had low putts (11). The low net (23) was the team of Gloria Paolino and Rosemarie Pickerill. A chip-in on #4 was made by the team of Linda Best, Mary Best and Martha Riley. Thank you to Stephanie for the nice lunch she prepared for us. Also, we would like to thank her Mother for the delicious Texas cake. The women's Wednesday evening team began last week with a good turnout. It is not...