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 two buildings on East Main Street that were slated for demolition months ago are now being torn down. While the front facades were still in place last week, the back portions have been torn down. This is in preparation for the Gensing Creek box culvert project to begin....
The library hosted their annual party at the park on Thursday, Aug. 3 while celebrating the 113th birthday of the Staunton Public Library. The children and volunteers that belong to the Summer Reading Program were in attendance. The entertainment this year was provided by the MAC art program, featuring their art on wheels, or as they called it, " The MAC truck". The MAC art program, which is located on 115 East Main of Staunton, had their art truck loaded down with numerous amounts of art produc...
It was a gloomy morning on Thursday, Aug. 3, for the Staunton High School's band camp. They had lost a day of practice on Wednesday, due to the rainy weather. The band was working on step-counting and formations during the early morning, then the group started drill practice. Energy and spirits were high and it was apparent that the band director would not allow the moist humidity to dampen the mood....
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced on Friday the recipients for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Public Infrastructure and Housing Rehabilitation. A total of $56.9 million will be awarded for 54 projects, which will support housing rehabilitation projects and enable communities in non-metropolitan areas to make critical repairs to water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure to enhance safety and quality of life for residents. The city of Staunton will be receiving...
Friday, Aug. 18, is the final day anyone will be allowed to enter Staunton’s Ribfest. The actual competition will be held on Saturday, Aug. 26, at the Firemen’s Park in Staunton. Each team must be a member of the St. Louis BBQ Society and register online at stlouisbbqsociety.com/membership. If you have any questions, call Craig at 618-580-4791 or city clerk's office at 618-635-2233....
Pauline Maxine Lehman, 85, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at her residence on Saturday, July 29, 2023. She was born Nov. 12, 1937, in Mo., a daughter to Ira Paul Roberts and Mary Lee Whitt Roberts. On Dec. 12, 1953, Pauline married Jack Lee Lehman in Woodburn, Ill., and he preceeded her in death on March 13, 2011. She married Jack Lee Lehman on December 12, 1953 in Woodburn, IL. He preceded her in death on March 13, 2011. She was a homemaker and accomplished seamstress. Pauline was a lifelong member of the Bunker Hill First Assembly of God. She is... Full story
Christopher D. Winfree, 29, of Bunker Hill, IL, died in Staunton, IL on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at 12:28 pm. He was born December 7, 1993, in Alton, IL to Chris D. Winfree & Laurie A. Eldridge Winfree. His work included being a locksmith, working at Alton Steel Mill and working at Eaton Co. Christopher enjoyed working out at the gym, mushroom hunting with friends and gaming. He is survived by his father, Chris Winfree of New Douglas, IL, mother, Laurie Winfree of Bunker Hill, IL, sister, Shasta (Eric) Lievers of Interlachen, FL, niece Kamea... Full story
Debra Lynn Reisinger, 68, of Benld, IL, died at St. John's Hospital, Springfield, IL on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 4:30 pm. She was born August 14, 1954, in Litchfield, IL to Ray Turcol & Laura Partridge Turcol. She married George Michael Reisinger on November 9, 1984 in Staunton, IL. He preceded her in death on June 6, 2011. She was a homemaker. Debra loved reading, arts & crafts, crocheting and her cats. She is survived by her son, Jeremey (Larissa) Reisinger of Benld, IL, grandchild, Aleczander Reisinger and brother, Darrell Turcol. Debra... Full story
Brenda Joyce Brown, 82, of Gillespie, IL, died at Community Memorial Hospital, Staunton, IL on Friday, August 4, 2023. She was born March 15, 1941, in Winfield, MO to William Watts & Darlene Tayon Watts. She married Jack Brown. She was an owner for Jack's Tavern. Brenda was a member of the CFU Lodge 217. She is survived by her children, Bonnie (Mark) Carpani of Gillespie, IL, Lynette (Bruce) Hedrick of Gillespie, IL, step children, Peggy Carey of Gillespie, IL, Jackie (Pat) McKinney of Gillespie, IL, grandchildren, Mark David Carpani, Lindsay... Full story
Thomas Joseph Coalson November 14, 1953 - August 2, 2023 Thomas Joseph Coalson, age 69, originally of Livingston, IL passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at his residence in St. Peters, MO. Tom was born on Saturday, November 14, 1953 at Staunton Memorial Hospital He was the son of Arthur W. Coalson Jr. and Wilma (Renchof) Coalson. Tom was married to Cindy Bagaglio on March 11, 1978 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Staunton, IL Tom graduated from SIU-E with a Bachelor’s degree in Business and received his Masters from Lin... Full story
Francis “Frank” L. Stanko, 84, of Sherman, was called home by the Lord on Saturday, July 29, 2023 at his home. He was born October 2, 1938, in Williamson, IL, the son of George H. and Christine (Morris) Stanko. He married Pamela K. Parrish on May 23, 1974 and she survives. Also surviving are his two sons, Doug (Christy and son, Josh) Stanko of Channahon, IL and David (Jenna) Stanko of Melbourne, Australia; five grandchildren, Jenessis, Timothy (Katy), Adelle, Willard, and Henry; one great-grandchild, Octavia and with one on the way; and sev... Full story
Mary Elizabeth (Lakin) Hamby January 21, 1935 ~ August 4, 2023 Mary Elizabeth Lakin Hamby, passed away peacefully, with her loving family by her side, on August 4, 2023 in Mt. Olive, Illinois. She was 88 years old. Born January 21, 1935, in Granite City, Illinois, to the late David Judson and Anna Day (Scott) Lakin, Mary was 1 of 14 siblings. She lived in Granite City until she and her family moved to her parents’ farm in Mt. Olive. As a young adult, she married Clifford Dale Hamby and raised 5 children. Later, she became the beloved ... Full story
Marriage licenses Raymond Edward Crain, Farmersville; Tina Marie Wiser, Murphysboro Ashley Danielle Schmidt, Litchfield; Hank Abraham Greenwalt, Litchfield Justin Michael Sprinkel, Springfield; Audrey Grace Salm, Springfield Brittney Ciarra Morell, Brighton; Joseph Charles McWard, Palmer Divorces Thomas P. Schnebelt, Edwardsville; Gina Verticchio, Glen Carbon Ronald D. Releford, Jr., Illinois; Angela M. Releford, Illinois Cloyce R. Hill, Durant; Tara T.L. Hill, Gillespie Court Kathryn J. Ayers (51) of Eagarville faces Class 4 felony charges in...
July 31, 2023: Cheryl L. Gray; Speeding (Radar) Aug. 1, 2023: Tamla A. Beisner; Speeding (Radar) Aug. 3, 2023: Brendan E. Blakley; Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle; Expired Registration Sticker Aug 4, 2023: James M. Niemeyer; Speeding (Radar) Aug 6, 2023: David A. Kuehnel; Improper Lane Usage Aug. 6, 2023: Crystal D. Hoffman; Domestic Battery, Resist, Obstruct a Peace Officer, Firefighter...
Thursday, February 22 , 1923 -- DON'T BORROW, SUBSCRIBE--Listen to this classic print-shop fable which is going the rounds. Once upon a time a nickel-nurser Sent his kid to borrow his neighbor's paper and the kid upset a hive of bees and soon was covered with lumps. His father ran to help him and caught his chin on a clothes line and sprained his back and fell and broke a $25 watch. The clothes pole fell over on the car and smashed the windshield and mother rushed out to see what occasioned all the excitement, upset a five-gallon churn of cream...
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Issue of Aug. 5, 1998 The Livingston Homecoming was held over the weekend. A daughter was born to Mark and Connie (Lyday) Homeier of Livingston on June 25 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville. A daughter was born to Robert and Laurel (Schuette) Bono of Staunton on July 29 at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield. Mary Dorrell Kilduff (96) of Staunton died July 28 at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Staunton. Thomas Svetlik Sr. (88) of Mt. Olive died July 31 at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield. Randall L. Greeling (48) of Staunton died July 28 at his...
The Staunton High School Trap and Skeet Teams have completed their competition in the Illinois State High School Clay Target League's 2023 Spring Season. The Spring League for Trap Shooting included 65 high school teams from across the State. These 65 teams were assigned to 9 conferences based on the size of the team. The Spring League for Skeet Shooting included 12 high school teams from across the State. These 12 teams were assigned to 2 conferences, also based on the size of the team. Both...
The 2023 Spring Season concluded with the Staunton Bulldogs Trap Team traveling to Mason, Michigan July 7th-9th to compete in the USA Clay Target League's National Tournament. Teams and individuals must qualify, based on their season averages, in order to compete in this tournament. The competition begins with 240 qualifying squads and 1,800 qualifying individuals from across the nation. This year, athletes from 35 of the 36 states that compete in the USA Clay Target League traveled to Michigan...
The women's SCC league had a great turnout last Wednesday, on Aug. 2. The women with the lowest gross was the team of Barb Augustine, Bev Kramer, and Sue Stiegemeier. There was a tie between the low net: the team of Karen Crosslin and Deb McNaughton tied with team Kim Meyer, Rosemarie Pickerill, and Martha Riley. Kim, Rosemarie, and Martha also had the low putts of the day. Cynthia Albrecht Tipler had a birdie on #1. Overall, it was a great day. The course continues to be in very good shape. Stephanie also provided us with a nice lunch. We...
The Annual Kittenball Tournament at Dorchester offered the usual brand of fun and excitement and ended with BeachTowels and Delaurent Sweet Things as this year’s champs. Dorchester Co-Rec scores: Friday - Kidds Buffalo Skins 14 - Anti Buffalo Skins 7 3rd place - Plainview Pirates 13 -Staunton Dogs 3. 1st Place - Beach Towels 12 - Prestige Worldwide 2 Saturday: Ballbusters 6, vs #4 Coal Mine 2; Beach Towels 8 vs World Wide 0; White City Bandits 9 vs Unwanted 6; Delaurent Sweet Things 3 vs Buffalo Club 2; Ball Busters 6 vs Staunton Dogs 4; P...
The Staunton Elbon Shrine Club is proud to announce a new fundraiser this year. A Holiday Cash Raffle will give participants a chance at a $1,000 first-prize award. Second and third-place prizes of $500 each will be also drawn. The drawing will take place on the night of the Club’s Holiday Party, December 7, 2023. Tickets are $15 each or three for $30. Proceeds will go to various Shriner charities. Tickets can be purchased directly from any Elbon Shrine Club member. Tickets are available now until the date of the holiday party. The Elbon S...
Anderson Hospital Auxiliary and medical staff give back to the community through their scholarship programs they created for area students seeking education and careers in healthcare. This year a total of 13 students earned scholarships worth $1,000 each. Eligible students must be enrolled in hospital-related healthcare fields. The medical staff scholarships were awarded to the following local area students: Gracy Levin, Alhambra, Southwestern Illinois College, Health Sciences Nursing Program....
The Aug. 3 meeting was called to order by the president, Gerri Cook, at 1 p.m. There were 23 members present with no visitors or new members attending. The previous minutes and the treasury report were presented and accepted. John Paine will be at the next meeting on Aug. 17 to give some financial and VA information to the members. It was announced that ham sandwiches will be served at the second meeting in Sept. Also, an Illinois valley employee for Macoupin County will be at that meeting to advise on some benefits provided to senior citizens...
Over 300 students from throughout the college’s district applied for scholarships for the 2023-24 academic year. These scholarships provide opportunities for people of all ages, abilities, levels of academic achievment and career paths. Approximately 160 scholarships were awarded from the College’s Financial Aid Department and the L & C Foundation. In total, the scholarship amount awarded exceeded $520,000. Scholarships are awarded in April following the application close date of April 1. Scholarship award amounts vary with a large portion of...