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 music was mellow and the weather was hot when Heritage Concert Band played at the bandstand behind the library on Thursday night. The band will play their last concert of the season this Thursday at 7:30 p.m. The children's concert will feature castanet player Milagros Ho....
A single-vehicle fatal traffic crash resulted in DUI and driving too fast for conditions charges for the driver, Daniel Adams, age 34, of Gillespie. His passenger, a 59-year-old male from Witt, was pronounced deceased on scene. Illinois State Police District 18 responded to the crash that happened on Friday, July 22, at approximately 7:25 p.m. The location was Illinois Route 16 approximately one-fourth mile south of South 5th Street in Witt, Montgomery County. Adams was driving a 2016 black Dodge van west on Route 16 when the vehicle left the...
The Illinois Department of Transportation is reminding the public that the busiest roadside mowing period is underway, requiring drivers to slow down, avoid all distractions and proceed with caution when encountering equipment and personnel. Look for more than one mowing tractor. The state, counties and townships will continue heavy mowing operations until Aug. 15, a schedule that helps maximize motorist safety and protect pollinator habitat. "As one of the state's largest landowners, we take gr...
During Monday night’s city council meeting, the council agreed to proceed with the sidewalk project on Miller Street from Deneen Street to Franklin Street at a cost not to exceed $15,000 as budgeted. Alderman Hanks voted no. The motion passed 6 to 1. The council also approved demolition of a condemned structure at 222 S. Edwards Street at a cost not to exceed $5,000. Alderman Hanks voted no. The motion passed 6 to 1. A letter of resignation was received from part-time park and recreation employee Clyde Bradford, effective July 1. The council a...
by Olivia Ervin School safety was an important topic for discussion at the Staunton CUSD #6 Board of Education meeting held on Monday, July 18. Concerns for the school's security system were raised in a recent crisis management plan meeting. The current camera system is in definite need of updates, as it is a hodgepodge of poorly connected and decentralized equipment. Superintendent Brett Allen said, "This is very concerning especially given the current school safety climate." He also stated that there is little to no security in place for the...
This week's Looking Back photo shows Duda restaurant and gas station with Dixcel sign on top on Route 4 south of Staunton (then Route 66) in about 1930. It was owned and operated by Aloise and Eleanor Duda, the late Leroy Duda's parents. Ray Duda's parents were living in Chicago when Aloise called Ray's dad to come to Staunton to run the filling station, which he did. DeCamp Station is currently at this location....
Thursday, July 5, 1990 -- NO SMOKING AT COMMUNITY MEMORIAL -- Patrick B. Heise, Executive Director, has announced that as of July 1, 1990, Community Memorial Hospital, Staunton, is a smoke-free facility. The new policy applies to everyone except the in-patient population. As a healthcare provider, the hospital could no longer ignore the harm smoking causes to the public and the hospital employees. A smoking cessation class was held in the spring for interested employees, their spouses and hospital auxiliary members. A smoking cessation class...
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Issue of July 24, 1997 Restructuring of the bridge on Route 4 north of Staunton began with a tentative completion date of Nov. 1. Rhonda Varner of Litchfield and Brian Gregory of Staunton were married March 1 in Donnellson. Raymond and Doris (Knabel) DalPozzo are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on July 26. Norman and Grace Randle are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on July 21. Vernon and Adele (Suhre) Helm celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary on July 10. A son was born to Tim and Shelli (Marra) Cook of Oakville, Mo.,...
By Tom Emery During mobilization for World War I, a popular slogan was “food will win the war.” Illinois farmers took it to heart. In both years of American participation in the war, Illinois agriculture broke records for yield and crop value. The success was part of a comprehensive organization of statewide resources, and farming was near the top of the list. The U.S. declared war on Germany on April 6, 1917 and five months later, a statewide plan for Illinois food production and conservation was implemented. The plan was under the State Cou...
By: Jill Pertler This week would have been 35 years for us. I thought we had 50 in the bag, but it wasn’t to be. The day still holds meaning for me. I suppose it always will. I hope so. So, I pay homage - alone. I miss dancing in the kitchen. I miss having someone to stand next to me in family photos. I miss you driving the boat and being our captain. I miss your catch phrases, like “Quite certainly this is the worst movie I’ve ever seen,” said one minute into any movie that didn’t immediately catch your attention. I miss holding your hand...
Historically high fuel prices will undoubtedly prove to be one of the defining stories of 2022. As the average price for a gallon of gas reached heights drivers might never have imagined, some might have wondered just how much that same gallon might have cost roughly 100 years ago. According to the Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy, the average price for a gallon of gas in 1929 was 21 cents. Inflation calculators indicate that 21 cents in 1929 would have about the same purchasing power as $3.59 has in 2022, suggesting that drivers...
Whether you started your first garden this year or are a veteran grower, we’re coming up on the heart of harvest season. One of the advantages of homegrown vegetables is that you can harvest produce at its peak quality and flavor. But knowing when to harvest a crop can be difficult, especially if it’s your first time growing it, says Ken Johnson, University of Illinois Extension Horticulture educator. “Almost all vegetables are best when harvested early in the morning,” Johnson says. “If you can’t harvest in the morning, keep produce out of dir...
Victor C. Buehler, 77, of Worden, Ill., died on Monday, July 18, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on Aug. 28, 1944, in Granite City to Carl Victor and Angela (Portell) Buehler. He married Carol Shockley in Granite City on Dec. 29, 1974, and she survives. He was an educator who worked at several school districts including Staunton, West Plains, Mo., and Kentucky. He was a teacher and school administrator for 20 years with the Granite City School District. Victor was a... Full story
Terry Slimick, 72, of Sorento, Ill., died on Monday, July 18, 2022, at Memorial Hospital in Springfield. He was born on July 3, 1950, in Alton, the son of Charles and Twila (Markham) Slimick. Terry was an Alton High School graduate and the owner/operator of Slimick Heating & Cooling. He loved the outdoors, especially camping, boating, and skiing. Terry is survived by three daughters, Tracy (Randy) Smith of Bethalto, Julie Slimick of Bethalto, and Amy (Matt) Cooper of Bethalto; a son, Justin (Jeanette) Ray of Granite City; siblings, Darrell... Full story
Charles A. Lindsey, 63, of Petersburg, Ill., died at his residence on Sunday, July 10, 2022. He was born July 19, 1958, in East St. Louis to Carl Lindsey and Jean (Knight) Hansard. He married Joan Morgan. He was a truck driver. Charles is survived by his wife, Joan Lindsey of Petersburg; three sons, Charles Lindsey, Jr., Anthony Lindsey, Charles Morgan; three daughters, Lori Lindsey, Pamela Morgan, Velma Morgan; 10 grandchildren, Katlin Coffee, Alexis Coffee, Isabella Minor, Charlie Lindsey, III, Jayden Lindsey, Timothy Lindsey, Dra Lindsey,...
Gloria Garino, 94, of Staunton, Ill., died at The Glenwood in Staunton, on Friday, July 22, 2022. She was born on Aug. 30, 1927, in Williamson, a daughter of the late Leandro and Anna Hasko Brun. She married Aldo Garino on June 28, 1958, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Livingston, and he preceded her in death on Dec. 21, 2013. Gloria worked at Western Cartridge in Alton from 1946 to 1951, then at Mallinckrodt Chemical in St. Louis, Mo., until after her marriage. She later worked at Sears Catalog Store in Staunton in the early 1970s. She was... Full story
Gary Wayne Smith, 79, of Gillespie, Ill., died at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield on Friday, July 22, 2022. He was born June 24, 1943, in Litchfield, to Harry Smith Sr. and Maggie Linton Smith. He married Frances Ann Boetta on Oct. 5, 1963, in Gillespie, and she survives. He worked at PPG for 10 years, A. O. Smith for 10 years before working as a custodian for Community Unit School District 7. Gary was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and served in Vietnam. Gary was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a longtime member of the... Full story
Frank Eugene Castiglione, 95, of Staunton, Ill., formerly of Benld, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 23, 2022. The son of Guy and Della Castiglione, he was born in Benld, on Dec. 5, 1926. Frank graduated from Benld High School in 1944 and began working at the Western Brass Mill. Frank served as a Master Sergeant in the Army during World War II and the Korean War. He was in the Army from 1945-1946, the Army Reserves from 1950-1951, and the U.S. Air Force Reserves from 1952-1960.... Full story
Kevin W. Pratt, 62, of Staunton, Ill., died July 19, 2022. Born June 26, 1960, in Highland, he was a son of the late Ronall and Barbara Pratt. Kevin was employed by Alton Steel. He loved his toys and playing his guitars. Kevin is survived by a daughter, Jennifer Pratt; sons, Dylan and Dalton Pratt; grandsons, Damon and Lincoln; brothers, Steven, Michael and Tim Pratt; and sisters, Kathleen and Karen. Many nieces and nephews also survive. In addition to his parents, Kevin was preceded in death... Full story
Peggy Sue Peterson, 65, of Williamson, Ill., died on Friday, July 22, 2022, at her residence. She was born on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 1956, in Belleville, the daughter of Frank and Suzanne (Fellows) Rossy. She was married to Fred J. Peterson Sr. for 37 years. Fred preceded Peggy in death on Thursday, June 25, 2009. Peggy worked at many jobs throughout her life including waitressing. She was primarily a self-employed housekeeper. She enjoyed fishing very much, but most importantly, she loved family... Full story
The Band of Brothers X-Ray Co. Motorcycle Club held their annual Backpack Run on July 16. The run started and ended at Ceejo's in Gillespie. Proceeds benefited Project Kid Kare that provides new supplies to students in CUSD #7. This year the run donated 25 backpacks filled with supplies and $400 that will be used to cover the student fees. Donations can be sent to Project Kid Kare at the BenGil Elementary school. Pictured are Project Kid Kare and Band of Brothers members....
The monthly meeting of the Macoupin County Historical Society will be Monday, Aug. 1, at 7 p.m. in the Ruyle Building on the historical grounds in Carlinville. The speaker for this month is Bill Iseminger who will be sharing about "Prehistoric Indians of Southern Illinois." Southern Illinois has been occupied by American Indian cultural traditions since 9500 BC and this program reviews these traditions, their lifestyles, artifacts, beliefs and customs as revealed by archaeological excavations and analyses. Culture change is represented from...
The class of ’72 needs help celebrating their 50-year reunion. Anyone from ’70 through ’74 is invited to attend. Nothing is planned other than a get together at Roosters on Staunton's Main Street on Saturday, Aug. 13, starting at 1 p.m. Come for five minutes or five hours to get reacquainted. If you have any questions, contact Mike Watkins at siusdm [email protected] or phone (217) 473-6653....
Marriage licenses Cindy Jane Randle, Hillsboro; Donald Howard Williamson, Hillsboro Albert Joseph Dunn, Shipman; Victoria Aghetta, East Alton Aaron M. King, Girard; Alicia A. Schroeder, Girard James Patrick Grayson, Girard; Hannah Elizabeth Nunes, Girard Cassandra Marie Vinson, Brighton; Jeremy Dean Lair, Brighton Paul David Corbin, St. Charles, Mo.; Madelyn Mae Peter, St. Charles, Mo. Divorces Mary Margaret Huff, Virden; Bryan L. Huff, Carlinville Janna Kolsto, Carlinville; Adam Kolsto, Standard City Debra Spinka, Alton; Leon Spinka, Rock...