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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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. PLANT SALE: Still time...
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...
WANTED: In office Customer Service Representative required to answer customer questions, take orders, and perform other administrative tasks. No travel required. Contact [email protected] or call 618 654-2161 ext 235 1-2...
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...
It has recently come to our attention that there are rumors going around to the effect that we are closing our doors. This is NOT TRUE. We have no intention of closing our shelter now or in the future. The person(s) responsible for spreading these false rumors are doing a great dis-service to the shelter and the animals we continue to take in and find new, loving homes for on a daily basis. We remain committed to Lorraine's dream of providing a safe haven for the many abused and/or abandoned animals in our community, and we are striving to not...
FOUR FAMILY YARD SALE: 1002 S. Hackman, Staunton, Thursday, June 20 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, June 21 and Saturday, June 22 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1p...
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,...
Staunton Chamber of Commerce Meeting June 4, 2024. The meeting was called to order at the Community Hospital, by President Carrie Borgini. Larry Spour, President of Community Hospital of Staunton, thanked everyone for the community support the hospital receives. Spour discussed a community health needs assessment to obtain feedback to gain direction to push community needs forward. Spour attended an economic summit meeting in mid-May that focused on what the hospital can do for the community. Another focus shared was a community food education...
A memorial luncheon will be held for Steven W. Foster on Saturday, June 29, 2024. The Memorial will be held at the Mt. Olive VFW from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Steven passed away Friday, March 29, 2024. Steven was the brother of Vickie Laughlin, Karen Hinz, and Kathleen Foster Laboray. Memorials are suggested to Becker and Son Funeral home for expenses....
Nearly 8,000 Farm Credit Illinois (FCI) borrowers receive their share of a $40 million cash patronage distribution this week. In true cooperative spirit, patronage is distributed proportionally based on the net interest margin contribution of each loan. Checks are delivered the week of June 10. This is FCI’s sixth annual patronage distribution, totaling $206 million declared since 2019. In December, FCI’s Board of Directors declared a $40 million distribution after reviewing 2023 year-end financials and projecting capital and business nee...
To emphasize the importance of learning throughout the summer, State Senator Doris Turner is hosting a Summer Book Club to encourage students to read and continue their studies during the summer vacation. “There are a number of positive benefits to reading during the summer months,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “This is one way to get kids excited to read while expanding their wealth of knowledge.” The Summer Book Club requires students to read eight books of their choice during the summer break, record the names of the books on a form, a...
With the school year winding down and summer about to begin, Kaskaskia College wants to create the next generation of college students with its Kids in College at Kaskaskia (KICK) program. Designed for children from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the KICK program offers a variety of classes over the summer across KC’s main campus and education centers. Classes will be offered at the Centralia Crisp Technology Center and the Greenville, Nashville, Salem, Trenton and Vandalia Education Centers. The classes cover a wide range of d...
University of Illinois, Springfield announced their Dean's List. From Alhambra: Jill Gorenz, Master of Science, Majoring in Human Resource Management; McKenna Paige Vereeke, Bachelor of Arts, Majoring in Psychology, Summa Cum Laude; Dawn Vereeke, Master of Business Administration From Litchfield: Katherine Lyn Brandt, Master of Athletic Training; Sabrina Joy Gulliver, Bachelor of Arts, Majoring in Elementary Education, Magna Cum Laude; Hayden Adrey Kolb, Bachelor of Science, Majoring in Computer Science, Cum Laude; Amber Elizabeth Scott,...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Advisory Committee unanimous finding that Donanemab (Eli Lilly) is effective for the treatment of early Alzheimer’s Disease. If approval is granted by the FDA, donanemab will be the second traditional approval of an Alzheimer’s treatment that changes the underlying course of the disease, and the third FDA approval overall in this class of treatments. The Alzheimer’s Association and members of the Association’s Early Stage Advisory Group each submitted comments urging the Advisory Committee to recomme...
BY KATIE DRUMMOND Girl Scout Unit 107 held a Twilight Camp the week of May 27 through May 31, 2024 at Camp Hugh in Bunker Hill. There were approximately 100 Girl Scouts who attended the camp plus volunteers and leaders. At camp, the Girl Scouts applied their Girl Scout Promise to daily camp activities. The troop honored all service men and women by reciting the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of every day and singing TAPS at the end of every day. The Girl Scouts climbed a rock wall,...
4-H poultry members participated in the 2024 4-H Poultry Show on Friday, June 7. Members were rated on their animal’s physique, care, as well as general knowledge of the species. Each member was able to complete conference judging and share about their poultry projects. Members participating in the 4-H Poultry Show were: Aaron and Abigail Mayfield of Livingston, Lane Gowin of Medora; Savanna Siglock, Wyld Gilmore, Olivia Hubrich, and Sadie Roberts of Carlinville; Nolen Pate of Staunton; M...
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...
Macoupin County 4-H members had the opportunity to display their tractor driving skills at the 4-H Tractor Operator’s Contest held on Thursday, June 13 at the Macoupin County Fairgrounds. The tractor driving contest consists of a written knowledge test about tractor safety and maintenance, parts identification test, safety inspection, and a driven course requiring the 4-H member to use their tractor operating skills. The contest consists of a junior division, which is 10-14 years old, and a s...
Class of 1973 Baseball The 1973 baseball team was dominant in league action, finishing 9-1 and capturing the South Central Conference championship under the tutelage of Barry Deist. One game of note was a contest with rival Mt. Olive late in the season. The game lasted twenty-one innings (two shy of the national record) and ended in a 0-0 tie due to darkness. During the game, Mt. Olive set a state record by striking out 31 Staunton hitters. SHS pitchers responded by setting down 25 Wildcats, and in the process the two teams combined for a...
Lewis and Clark Community College has been awarded $346,762 in grant funds from the State of Illinois to start an Avionics program, which will address a critical skills gap in local industry. “We are excited to be able to offer new career training opportunities in up-and-coming fields like this one,” said Vice President of Academic Affairs Sue Czerwinski. “Not only are we preparing students for a rewarding future; we’re also filling an industry need in and around the Lewis and Clark Community College District.” The program, called “Avionics...
University of Illinois Extension of Macoupin County 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. The course will be offered twice in July: A two-day course on July 25 and 26 from 9 a.m....
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is looking for volunteer citizen scientists to assist with wild turkey brood surveys to aid biologists in monitoring turkey population trends and reproductive success. Summertime is when young turkeys are hatching, and by counting them and adult females, biologists can assess trends in reproductive success and survival of young turkeys. Biologists also count male turkeys to estimate total wild turkey abundance, male-to-female ratios, and adult survival. Participants are asked to report young...
Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) Acting Director Mary Killough is reminding Illinoisans of when and how to report suspected cases of abuse. “Elder abuse is a devastating and often hidden reality that affects thousands of older Illinoisans,” said IDoA Acting Director Mary Killough. “But none of us are powerless in the fight against abuse. The first step toward prevention is to educate ourselves and others about what elder abuse is, where it happens, and how to recognize and report it.” Elde...
The Illinois State Fair Box Office opens for in-person ticket purchases Monday, June 3. Regular box office hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Tickets are also available online using www.ticketmaster.com. For one day only, June 3, all in-person buyers of Grandstand tickets are entered into a drawing to win two pre-show tickets. In addition, any in-person buyers of Fairytales on Ice tickets on June 3 will get one Illinois State Fair gate admission ticket for every ice show ticket purchased, making entrance to the fair free. In...