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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Charles G. "Chuck" Hubert, 81, of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, died at his home on Thursday, June 1, 2022. He was born on May 6, 1941, to Charles G. and Sue (Suchko) Hubert. He married Nancy Brown on Feb. 4, 1961. She preceded him in death. He was a graduate of Benld High School, Class of 1959. Chuck is survived by his daughter, Christine, her husband Gary; granddaughter, Stacy and her husband Iain; and new great- granddaughter, Evelyn; grandson, Shawn; and brother, Jerry (wife Carol) Hubert of Florida. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents;... Full story
Alvera W. Conroy, 101, of Staunton, Ill., died Thursday, June 16, 2022, at Heri- tage Health in Staunton. She was born Aug. 14, 1920, in Edwardsville, the daughter of the late Mark and Olinda (Gusewelle) Hambleton. She married Denver Conroy, and he preceded her in death in Febru- ary of 1979. She was a homemaker. She wasamemberofZionLutheran Church of Staunton. She is survived by one son, Alan Conroy (Doris Knop) of Staunton; four grandchildren, Nicole (Ty) Bowser of Troy, Amanda (Rick) Garbin,... Full story
Katherine J. Williams, 59, of Mt. Olive, Ill., died at Carlinville Rehab Center in Carlinville on Friday, June 17, 2022. She was born May 7, 1963, in Taylorville, to Winston Jr. and Mary Ann Robinette. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her parents; special friend, Roy Simmons; sib- lings, Larry (Heather) Robinette, Wendell (Tammy) Robinette and Cindy (Chuck) Sale. No public services will be held. Condolences may be left online at www.kravanyafuneral.com. Kravanya Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....
Dennis E. Schaffner, 79, of Greenville, Ill., formerly of New Douglas, died on Wednes- day, June 15, 2022, at his residence. He was born on Oct. 16, 1942, in East St. Louis, the son of Eugene and Anita (Flech- sig) Schaffner. He married Carol A. Skipper on July 14, 1962, at the Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Cahokia. Carol preceded him in death on Sept. 14, 2015. Dennis graduated from Dupo High School in 1960. He and his family moved to New Douglas in 1972. He worked as a termi- nal... Full story
The federal program that has allowed school districts across the country to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students regard- less of income will expire on June 30. Since 2020, this program has eliminated the need to collect payments for school meals for any student. At this time, the federal gov- ernment has not extended the waivers for next school year to allow free meals for all students. As a result, after summer school programs end in June, schools across the nation will be reverting back to free and reduced-price meals based on...
After last week's heat wave the Livingston Summer Fest had ideal weather to enjoy all the activities including browsing through the various vendors' wares....
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The federal program that has allowed school districts across the country to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students regard- less of income will expire on June 30. Since 2020, this program has eliminated the need to collect payments for school meals for any student. At this time, the federal gov- ernment has not extended the waivers for next school year to allow free meals for all students. As a result, after summer school programs end in June, schools across the nation will be reverting back to free and reduced-price meals based on...
The public is invited to come out to Waggoner Illinois Centennial Park, Saturday, June 25. Starting Saturday afternoon at 1 p.m., members of the Macoupin County Amateur Radio Club will be demonstrating an emergency radio communication exercise known as Field Day. Since 1933, ham radio operators across North America have established temporary ham radio stations in public locations during Field Day to showcase the science and skill of Amateur Radio. Amateur Radio – sometimes called ham radio – has allowed people from all walks of life to exp...
The contestants and schedule for the 2022 Coal Country Pageant have been announced. The Little Miss and Jr. Princess Pageant will be held on Friday, July 15, at 6 p.m. at Ben-Gil Elementary. Little Miss contestants are Addellie Kreger of Mt. Olive, Raven Vogel of Benld, Aliehs Gaylor of Staunton, and Mary Moore of Worden. Junior Princess contestants are Jodee Siar of Bunker Hill, Caroline Jubelt of Gillespie, Addison Billings of Staunton, Leighton Vogel of Benld, and Audrey Manley of Gillespie. The Miss and Junior Miss Pageant will be held...
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An open house at Bremer Sanctuary will take place on Sunday, June 26, from 1 to 3 p.m. The education barn and meeting hall will be open for tours. Everyone is also invited to enjoy their many hiking trails, woodlands and prairies. Check out the many splendors the property has to offer. Volunteer stewards will be available to answer questions about the sanctuary. An easy hike or wagon ride around the barn area will leave at 1:30 and 2:30 that will discuss the history and future goals of the sanctuary. There will be an aquatic adventure program...
Ameren Illinois activated its Emergency Operations Center at 6:30 a.m. on Friday morning to assess damage caused by severe weather throughout southern and central Illinois. Electric crew members and contractors worked to restore power for customers impacted by the severe thunderstorm. Linemen and support personnel were moved to the impacted areas to assess the damage and restore power to customers as quickly and safely as possible. The early morning weather system felled tree limbs in local...
Members of the Staunton FFA chapter attended the 94th annual Illinois State FFA Convention June 14-16 along with more than 5,000 other FFA members, advisors, and guests. With a 2022 theme of "Initiate," the three-day event annually recognizes achievements of Illinois FFA members, elects the major state officer team, and celebrates agriculture. During the convention, the following awards were presented to the Staunton FFA chapter. Top 10 Chapter President: Riley Kessler was recognized as one of...
Staunton UMC will be having Vacation Bible School from Sunday, July 10, through Friday, July 15. The time is 5 to 8 p.m. The theme is "Food Truck Party." All kids from pre-school through 6th grade are invited to attend. There will be supper each evening at 5:30 p.m. There will be cool music, storytelling, crafts, recreation, science projects, and much more. Register by calling 618-635-3010, or 331-444-3592, or 618-623-6535....
The Coal Country Sports Complex Foundation will hold a cookout at Randy's Market in Gillespie on Saturday, June 25. Serving starts at 10 a.m. and continues until all sandwiches are sold. Porkburgers, butterfly pork chops, water and soda will be sold....
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....