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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Folks lined up for ribs and other food items at Staunton's Ribfest on Saturday at Firemen's Park. The smell of cooking ribs permeated the area from cookers all around the park. Winners are listed on page 5....
Lots of tractor riders were on hand early Saturday morning at Veterans Memorial Park in Livingston under a brilliant blue sky for the annual FFA Alumni tractor ride....
Granite City woman convicted of first degree murder by Macoupin County jury Macoupin County State's Attorney, Jordan Garrison, announced last week that 31-year-old Chancey Hutson of Granite City, has been found guilty of first degree murder for her part in a residential burglary that resulted in the death of then 34-year-old Cody Adams of Woodburn which is located just west of Bunker Hill. Judge Joshua A. Meyer presided over the jury trial. The jury deliberated a little under two hours and returned a verdict of guilty on two counts of first deg...
Associated Bank headquartered in Wisconsin has made the decision to close two of the bank branches that were part of the deal in their 2020 purchase of First National Bank of Staunton. The Staunton bank operated nine branches at the time of the acquisition by Associated Bank. The branches in Benld and Mt. Olive will close on Friday, Nov. 18, and the ATMs at both locations will remain in operation until the buildings are sold. Customers have been sent a letter notifying them of the impending changes. The Associated Bank branches were the sole...
Staunton High School Student Council is hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, Sept. 14, from 3 to 6 p.m. in the multi-purpose room. Appointments can be scheduled at redcrossblood.org....
Edna Louise Torimino, 76, of Benld, Ill., died at Hillsboro Rehab & Health Care in Hillsboro on Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022. She was born Feb. 11, 1946, in Granite City to John and Vernice Martha Payne Donaldson. She married Dominic Torimino, and he preceded her in death. She was a baker for Walmart. She is survived by her children, Perry (Cheryl) Jones of Oregon, Wis., Tracy Connell of Tallassee, Ala., Patricia (Theodore) Truskowski of Benld; stepchildren, Kerry - Don Torimino of Edwardsville, Dominic Torimino of Granite City, Elizabeth Torimino... Full story
Ruth Ann (Brauer) Ficker, 80, of Jerseyville, Ill., died on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022, just four days shy of her 81st birthday. She was the daughter of Louis and Alma (Oettel) Brauer of Staunton and was married to John Ficker. Ruth graduated from Staunton High School and attended Eastern Illinois University, married, had two children and worked for Staunton Community Memorial Hospital as a laboratory/x-ray secretary before becoming Dr. Lee Johnson's right-hand medical secretary. While there, she finished her degree at SIUE graduating with a B.S.... Full story
Steven W. Dever, 62, of Benld, Ill., died at his residence on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022. He was born Sept. 4, 1959, in Granite City to William Dever and Carol (Tanksley) Dever. He married Belinda Crossno on June 2, 2001, in Staunton. She preceded him in death on Dec. 15, 2017. He was a steel worker for U.S. Steel. He was with the U.S. Army Reserves. Steven was a member of the Steel Workers Union Local 1899. He is survived by his children, Jesse (Trisha) Dever of Virginia, Ill., Trudy Anderson of Pensacola, Fla.; grandchildren, Autumn Goodman,... Full story
Verlene Clara (Kruckeberg) Urekar, 89, of Springfield, Ill., died Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, at St. John's Hospital. She was born Jan. 27, 1933, on the family farm in Omphghent Township, the daughter of Otto and Frieda (Meyer) Kruckeberg. She married Joseph Urekar on Aug. 16, 1958, at Midway United Church of Christ. He preceded her in death on Nov. 17, 2003. Prior to their marriage, Verlene worked for Edwardsville National Bank as a bookkeeper for eight years. In the early years of their marriage,... Full story
Gary M. Matevey, 82, of Gillespie, Ill., died at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022. He was born July 29, 1940, in Litchfield to Michael and Helen Herrin Matevey. He married Patricia Ann Campbell on Oct. 12, 1968, in Benld. She survives. He was retired after having been a ballistics tester for Olin Corp. Gary was a veteran of the U.S. Army who served during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Gary played football, basketball and track. He was the 100-yard dash State of Illinois qualifier. He still holds the 100-yard dash record... Full story
Charlene J. Keffer, 83, of Wilsonville, Ill., died at her residence on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022. She was born Feb. 4, 1939, in Alton, to Elroy and Alva (Graf) Lamparter. She married Robert Keffer. He preceded her in death on Aug. 5, 2001. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her children, Richard (Karen) Keffer of Mansfield, Texas, Robert (Sandy) Keffer of Dayton, Ohio, Ronnie (Tammy) Keffer of Wilsonville, Larry Keffer of Wilsonville, Michelle (Jim) Cunningham of Mt. Olive; 16 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and four... Full story
Shirley Ann Motto, 90, of Gillespie, Ill., died at Heritage Health in Gillespie on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022. She was born March 10, 1932, in Gillespie to Thad and Jeanette (Kliest) Durken. She married Jimmie Lee "Rick" Motto on Oct. 25, 1952, in Gillespie. He preceded her in death. Shirley was a homemaker, operator of Mud Hen Ceramics and One of A Kind Jewelry. Shirley also enjoyed painting, shopping and bingo. She is survived by her two daughters, Jeanette Pinkston of Mt. Olive, Jody Ann (Matthew) Hunt of Peoria; son, Jimmie Alan (Patty Wirth)... Full story
Earl W. "Blue" Stoops, 84, of Shipman, Ill., died at his residence on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022. He was born May 14, 1938, in Keith Township to George and Allie (O'Brien) Stoops. He married Mary Lou Tebbe on Sept. 5, 1959, in Carlinville. He was retired after having been a machinist for Olin Corp for 41 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving from 1960-1962. Earl was a member of the American Legion Post 0578 Honor Guard. He was a coach for the Piasa Indians basketball team, an amateur ham radio operator for KE9W, and an avid baseball... Full story
Norma Jean Rensing, 66, died Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022, at Alhambra Care Nursing Home in Alhambra, Ill., from metastatic breast cancer. Norma was born on Dec. 6, 1955, in Highland. She was formerly a resident of Fairview Heights. Always independent, strong, resourceful, Norma also had a great sense of humor. She loved to congregate with family and friends. Norma's unwavering faith in her heavenly Father is the foundation upon which she built her life. She served her Lord by volunteering at the Hol... Full story
The Staunton High School graduating class from 1956 is planning a reunion. All class members are asked to meet at 12 noon for lunch at Rooster’s Pub on Staunton Main Street on Sept. 11, 2022. No personal invitations are being sent. Class members are asked to contact all the classmates they know and come to Rooster’s on the above date....
Immanuel Lutheran Church will have their German food stand at the Mt. Olive homecoming on Sunday, Sept. 4, beginning at 11 a.m. Bratwurst, hotdogs, sauerkraut, German potato salad, pie, other desserts, and drinks will be available. Everyone is invited to enjoy old-time German food along with fun and fellowship. Remember to come and enjoy the Homecoming Parade on Saturday evening....
The Staunton Senior Citizens gave an incorrect date for their next meeting in the article published last week in the Star-Times. The correct date for their next meeting is Thursday, Sept. 1, at 1 p.m. at St. Paul United Church of Christ....
Staunton Public Library's birthday celebration had things to do both inside and outside that kept the attendees entertained....
Gillespie United Methodist Church will be having their free harvest feast meal on Wednesday, Aug. 31, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, and dessert will be served at 900 Broadway....
The oath of office was administered to new Ward 4 Alderman Terry Tipler by City Clerk Dennis Stiegemeier. Tipler was appointed to the position after the resignation of Jeff Scanzoni....
Macoupin County, as trustee, has completed their tax deed proceedings on real estate properties that were delinquent for 2018 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 193 items through a sealed bid auction sale. All sealed bids must be in the Macoupin County Treasurer's Office located in the Macoupin County Courthouse, 201 E. Main Street, Carlinville, IL 62626, no later than the close of business on Sept. 16, 2022. The sale of these lots...
The surrounding communities are invited to rediscover The Macoupin Art Collective in Staunton. The MAC is a non-profit art school created with the goal of bringing Art To All, serving over 20,000 children and adults since 2017. Three years ago, they moved into their current building and began renovations, including a vibrant new facade and 60-foot mural by world-renowned artist Cbabi Bayoc. Inside, The MAC is equipped to hold classes in a large variety of mediums: glass, clay, fabric, metal, and more. The MAC would love everyone to stop by to...
The Macoupin County Veterans Assistance Commission will be in Benld on Tuesday, Sept. 6, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Assistant Superintendent Bobby Scott will be at the Cahokia Township office. He will be able to help qualified veterans and their families with claim work and assistance such as shelter, food, utilities, etc....
Abigail M. Barnes, 30, homeless with a last known address in Livingston, was indicted Aug. 25 for burglary, a Class 2 felony. On July 31 Barnes allegedly entered the Livingston Grocery Store to commit theft. Lamont C. Alberty was indicted for burglary, a Class 2 felony, and retail theft under $300 (second subsequent offense), a Class 4 felonys. On July 31 Alberty allegedly entered the Livingston Grocery Store to commit theft; on July 19 he allegedly took socks and T-shirts valued at less than $300 from Dollar General in Livi...
Aug. 22, 2022: Paul J. Klein; Dog at Large Aug. 22, 2022: Joshua D. Swenson; Domestic Trouble, Out of State Warrant Aug. 23, 2022: Trip W. Sorensen; No Valid Registration Aug. 23, 2022: Dakota N. Lytle; Illegal Transportation of Alcoholic Liquor Aug. 25, 2022: Juston R. Morgan; In-State Warrant Aug. 25, 2022: Jordan D. Bishop; All Other disorderly Conduct Aug. 26, 2022: Donald L. Lloyd; Theft of Loss Property Aug. 27, 2022: Donald L. Lloyd; Violation of Orders of Protection, Residential Burglary Aug. 28, 2022: Jordan E. Curtis; Operating...