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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Staunton’s 8th annual Balloon Glow, sponsored by our Chamber of Commerce and the City of Staunton Tourism, will be in Firemen’s Park, 800 Montgomery Street this Saturday, August 19, starting at 4 p.m. Weather permitting, the balloons will be inflated with the colors becoming even more beautiful as the evening skies darken. The “glow” is expected to last just one hour after sunset. The Staunton Balloon Glow promises everyone the opportunity to view hot air balloons close up in our community park setting with the added fun of family-focused event...
On Aug. 4, Governor J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced Community Development Block Grants. While Staunton received a DCEO grant in the amount of $678,705 for infrastructure, they were not awarded a Housing Rehabiliation grant. Of the 13 towns that received the grants, none were in this portion of the state. The City of Staunton is currently investigating time lines and regulations necessary to resubmit an application for the next grant cycle. Additional information will be provided as...
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By Austin Grabow At the City Council meeting held Monday night, the council approved a resolution appointing Jack Daugherty to the position of zoning hearing officer for the city of Staunton. The City of Staunton previously appointed Gina Verticchio to the position of zoning hearing officer. However, the city was made aware that Verticchio could no longer serve in that capacity due to a conflict associated with a new job she has taken. Daugherty will be paid $400 for each individual zoning matter that requires a hearing. His term will be from...
On Aug. 11, at 5:05 a.m. the Carlinville Police Department recieved a call that an employee from Casey's located at 425 West Main in Carlinville, had been robbed at gunpoint by a white male, wearing a mask, black hoodie, and dark pants After an investigation by the Carlinville Police Department and with the joint efforts of the Macoupin County Sheriff's Office and the Macoupin County State's Attorney's Office, on Aug. 12, at 3:20 p.m., a suspect was apprehended. Charges have been filed on Dillan Weaver aged 25 of Carlinville, for aggravated...
Friday, Aug. 18, is the final day anyone will be allowed to enter Staunton’s Ribfest cooking competition. The actual competition will be held Aug. 26th at the Firemen’s Park in Staunton. Mayor Neuhaus shared the history of the Ribfest. The chamber ran it for two years and lost $10-12K each year. Then it moved to the City who put in $8-$10K per year in bands and other needs plus another $10K in ribs. This event is a lot of work, and the City has never made money in past years. After this year's event, the City will evaluate the overall res...
Max B Mullins & Mayfield Landscaping has agreed to team up with the Staunton Band Boosters for their annual mum sale. The Band Boosters will be taking pre-orders (via the electronic google) form, paper forms, or at Mayfield’s store thru Sept. 5. You will pay for your mums, directly to Mayfield’s, at the time of pick up, between Sept. 15-30, no money is required at this time. Please contact any Staunton band member, go into Mayfield's to place your pre-order, or email the Staunton Band Boosters at [email protected]. The pro...
The latest mural from The MAC is at Staunton Fireman’s Park. Artists (L to R) Loren O’Neill, Sarah Lesko and Anna Simms are shown putting the finishing touches on the mural that decorates the restrooms at the park. These girls have spent their summer working with The MAC thanks to a grant received from the Illinois Art Council. The artists were only instructed to use something with a fireman theme for this mural. Thanks to the city officials for promoting art around the city of Sta...
Barbara Quade, 93, of Litchfield, Ill., formerly of Staunton, passed away on Aug. 13, 2023, at Copper Creek Memory Care Center of Litchfield with family at her side. Barbara was born in Carbondale, a daughter of William and Florence (Crain) Brummett. She graduated from Litchfield High School in 1947. She married Max Robinson on July 11, 1948, in Litchfield at Zion Lutheran Church. They were married 30 years and had seven children together before divorcing in 1978. She married Vernon Quade on... Full story
Terry Soens, 76, of Williamson, Ill.,died on Friday, Aug. 11, 2023, at the Alhambra Care Center in Alhambra. He was born on July 7, 1947, in Litchfield, the son of Orville and Irene (Mellas) Soens. He was married to Rita Huffman on April 14, 1978, at the Salem United Church of Christ in Alhambra. She survived. Terry served our country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was an Operator Engineer with Local #520 for over 50 years. During his retirement, Terry spent his time... Full story
Mark S. Kessler, 67, of Staunton, Ill., died on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2023, at his home. Born March 22, 1956, in Wood River, he was a son of John W. “Big John” and Virginia C. (Benz) Kessler. Mark worked as an independent carpenter for many years. He is survived by his sister, Kathleen Kessler of Tuscola; his brother, Michael (Lucinda) Kessler of Springfield; two nephews, Joseph (Betty) Kessler, Sr. and Timothy (Maria) Kessler; a great niece and four great nephews, Mary Beth, Joseph Jr., John Paul, Luke and Justin Kessler. He was preceded in dea... Full story
Just in time for the beginning of the school year, the newest Bremer storybook walk, "The Kissing Hand" is now on display. This heartwarming book has become a children's classic that has touched the lives of many children and parents, especially at times of separation, whether starting school, entering daycare, or going to camp. Beautifully, illustrated, the storybook is sure to touch the hearts of young and old alike. Located directly behind the barn at Bremer Sanctuary in Hillsboro, the story begins at the amphitheater and ends at the...
Marriage Licenses Nicole Lynn Panza, Wilsonville; Cory Eugene Richey, Wilsonville Alex Christopher Agney, Carlinville; Meagan Lynn Albracht, Carlinville John Ted Gleason, Brighton; April Anne Shade, Brighton Brady Paul Dowson, Auburn; Samantha Jane Burns, Medora Joshua Louis Nurdin, Nokomis; Nichole Breann Collins, Nokomis Divorces Antonio J. Lane, Columbia, Md.;Sandra L. Lane, Carlinville Gwendolyn Tieman, Golden Eagle; Shannon Lee Tieman, Gillespie David Bostick, Bunker Hill; Betty Bostick, Bunker Hill Brandon J. Arroyo, Carlinville; Justine...
The Gillespie Coal Museum is sponsoring its 5th annual Football Pool Fundraiser. Two different pools are available through www.runyourpool.com A Basic “Elimination Pool” for $10 and a “Pick ‘Em Pool” for $25. If you played last year, go to the website and sign in. An information sheet is available at Gillespie Public Library and Gillespie Coal Museum and Ageless. The deadline to sign up is the first week of the NFL season Sunday, Sept. 10. For any questions, call the Gillespie Public Library 839-3614....
Aug. 7, 2023: Juvenile; Failure to signal Aug. 7, 2023: Juvenile; City Ordinance - Disorderly Conduct Aug. 7, 2023: Juvenile; City Ordinance - Disorderly Conduct Aug. 9, 2023: Shelby L. Veach; Criminal Trespass to Residence...
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, Aug. 16 - Bingo - Chili with Beans, All Meat Frank on Bun, Slaw, Tropical Fruit Thursday, Aug. 17 - Potato Soup, Ham Salad Sandwich, Tomato...
Macoupin County, as trustee, has completed their tax deed proceedings on real estate properties that were delinquent for 2019 and prior real estate taxes. The County, as Trustee, will now offer for sale the real estate obtained to the public. They will offer approximately 156 items through a sealed bid auction sale. All sealed written bids must be in the Macoupin County Treasurer’s office located in the Macoupin County Courthouse, 201 E. Main Street, Carlinville, Illinois 62626 no later than the close of business on September 8, 2023. All o...
The annual golf tournament held to benefit the Friends of Community Hospital of Staunton has been scheduled for October 6th at Timber Lakes Golf Course. Golfers who wish to compete in the annual tournament must register by September 29th to be eligible to play in the Oct. 6 tournament. The entry fee for golfers is $100 per person ($400 per team). That price includes 18 holes of golf with cart, on course lunch, a 3 drink ticket per golfer, prizes awarded in all flights plus prizes for longest drive, closest to pin, 50/50 and putting contest. It...
M County Title, LLC is a locally owned and operated Real Estate Title Insurance company that opened at 206 West Main Street in Staunton. The operation hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and weekends by appointment, contact us at 618-635-2035 or stop in with any questions or concerns at anytime. Donna Anschutz, Office Manager and Escrow Closer, joins the team with the 35 plus years of experience. Abby Bianco, Escrow Closer and Title searcher, joins the team with 20 plus...
Thursday, March 1 , 1923 -- CONSOLIDATED COAL CO. OFFERS TO SELL CITY OF STAUNTON ELECTRIC CURRENT -- The Star-Times this week learned of a proposition submitted to the City of Staunton by the Consolidated Coal Co. which we believe to be worthy of serious consideration by our City Council and the residents of Staunton in general. The Consolidated Coal Co. now have in operation their large new power plant at No. 15 mine and as the capacity of this plant is considerably greater than what the company needs for their own use, they have offered to...
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Issue of Aug. 12, 1998 A car show with over 160 entries lined Main and Union streets in Staunton. The show was sponsored by the Staunton Chamber of Commerce. Tri Ford advertised a new 1998 F150 regular cab truck for $15,751. A 12-pack of Coke was advertised on sale for $2.99 at Bill’s IGA. West Side Cinema was showing “Saving Private Ryan,” “Parent Trap” and “Ever After.” Rudy and LaVonne Urekar of Mt. Olive observed their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 7. Jennie M. Laskach (80) of Staunton died Aug. 9 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis....
This week's looking back photo was brought in by Tuck Odorizzi from the Lana Dietiker Odorizzi collection and shows the Dietiker pool hall in the 1920s. It was located at 105 West Main Street and owned by F.G. "Pop" Dieteker. He also had a cigar factory at this location with a boxing ring in the basement....
Aug. 16 - First day of school Aug. 21 - Board of Education meeting 7pm Sept. 4 - No school Labor Day Varsity Football Aug. 25 - Greenville H 7pm Freshman Football Aug. 24 - Greenville Jamboree 5pm Boys Golf Aug. 17 - Battle at the Lake-Benton Rend Lake GC 1pm Aug. 18 - Auburn, Gillespie, Mt. Olive at Timber Lakes 4pm Aug. 22 - Pana, Shelbyville, Windsor, Auburn at Oak Terrace in Pana 4pm Aug. 23 - Litchfield, Roxana, Pana at Litchfield CC 4pm Aug. 26 Panther Tournament at Timber Lakes 9am Girls Golf Aug. 18 - Litchfield, Auburn, Mt Olive,...
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