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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Two years ago, Kansas State head basketball coach Bruce Weber recruited Chaminade grad Luke Kasubke to play for his Kansas State Wildcats. Earlier this year, Weber and his entire staff resigned their coaching positions. With a new head coach, staff and basketball philosophy at K-State, eight of their current players either graduated or put themselves in the transfer portal. Luke was one of those who entered the transfer portal. After carefully considering the several D-1 offers he received,...
Coach Erin Geringer has announced an informational preseason meeting for the boys and girls golf teams. Any Staunton High School or Bunker Hill students, along with their parents and/or guardians, interested in participating in the fall 2022 golf season are urged to attend. The meeting will be held at the Timber Lakes golf course, behind the clubhouse under the pavilion beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, June 20. Students and families will receive information on the summer practice schedule, season schedule, required paperwork, sports fee and...
Another great day for golfing at the Staunton Country Club. The course was in great condition thanks to our greens keepers and volunteers that came out for workday. There was a tie for low gross between the teams of Barb Augustine, Cynthia Tipler, Kathryn Young and the team of Karen Crosslin, Rosemarie Pickerill and Sue Stiegemeier. The low net was the team of Gloria Paolino, Martha Riley and Linda Rohe. Low putts was also a tie between the teams of Denise Hemphill, Deb McNaughton and the team of Karen, Rosemarie and Sue. Due to the projected...
By Daniel Grant, FarmWeek Flour millers should have an ample supply of quality wheat in the state this season, based on findings of the Southern Illinois Wheat Tour. The annual tour, hosted by the Illinois Wheat Association (IWA), projected an average yield of 68.56 bushels per acre, but more importantly, generally low insect and disease pressure at this point. "The yield is obviously important for the farmers," said Mark Miller, plant manager of Mennel Milling in Mt. Olive and IWA board member....
Sweet potatoes can be prepared in both sweet and savory ways, making them equally at home on the dinner table or for dessert. Sweet potato fries are one of the tastier ways to enjoy sweet potatoes. This recipe for "Baked Sweet Potato Fries" courtesy of the North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission can make for the perfect side when serving steak or burgers. Baked Sweet Potato Fries Serves 8 7 medium sweet potatoes 1/3 cup olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt Preheat oven to 400 F. Line two baking sheets...
This week, Illinois will see abnormally high temperatures and humidity. The Illinois Emergency Management Agency is offering tips to help everyone stay safe when temperatures rise. “Heat-related fatalities can be prevented by taking precautions when temperatures rise,” said IEMA Director Alicia Tate-Nadeau. “We ask all Illinoisans to take measures to safeguard their families and check in on friends and neighbors who may be vulnerable to extreme heat and humidity.” • Heed all heat watches, warnings, and advisories shared by your local Emergency...
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 15 - Mostaccioli, Garlic Bread*, Spinach Salad, Sliced Apples, Blueberry Salad Thursday, June 16 - Ham and Beans, Cornbread*, Pickled Beets...
CDC and public health officials in several states are investigating multistate outbreaks of salmonella infections linked to contact with backyard poultry. In total, 219 illnesses have been reported from 38 states, and 27 people have been hospitalized. One in four sick people are children younger than 5 years. One death has been reported from Tennessee. The true number of sick people is likely much higher than the reported number, as many people recover without medical care and are not tested for salmonella. Backyard poultry can carry...
The Illinois State Fair box office is now open for in-person grandstand ticket purchases. Regular box office hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday, and Aug. 6 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tickets are also available to purchase online using www.ticketmaster.com. Admission Bargain Books and seasonal infield parking passes are also available for purchase at the Emmerson Building or online. For just $45, the Admission Bargain Book provides 11 any-day admissions to the 2022 Illinois State Fair. The seasonal infield parking pass is $40....