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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SHS will begin its 90th annual Homecoming activities with the Hoco Play followed by the King and Queen Coronation in the auditorium at 2 p.m., on Sunday, Sept. 17. This year's theme is "Be Our Guest." The dress-up days are as follows: Monday is jersey day, Tuesday is soccer mom or BBQ dad day, Wednesday is Barbie (pink) vs. Oppenheimer (black) day, Thursday is Disney day, and Friday is red and white day, however, for seniors only, Friday is also toga day. As well as, on Friday, Sept. 22, the...
The Sports Boosters are sponsoring a contest for all Staunton businesses to show their school spirit by decorating their storefronts, windows, and/or doors in honor of SHS Homecoming, which is the week of Sept. 18-23. To participate, businesses must by decorated no later than noon, Sept. 20. Pictures of participating businesses will be taken that afternoon and then displayed on the Staunton Sports Boosters facebook page for people to vote for their favorite business. Voting runs through Friday, Sept. 22 at noon. The pictue with the most “likes...
In a proactive effort to prioritize the safety and security of students, staff, and the entire school community, the Board of Education has announced significant investments in security measures. As of September 1, these initiatives include the implementation of a cutting-edge surveillance system and the approval of secure entrance installations at key locations within the school district. One of the most noteworthy developments is the acquisition and installation of a state-of-the-art camera and surveillance system. This high-tech system...
The Staunton FFa chapter took 30 high school members to the 2023 Farm Progress Show on Thursday, Aug. 31, in Decatur, Ill. According to the Farm Progress Show, it is "the nation's largest outdoor farm event that annually hosts over 600 exhibitors from around the world. Every year, the Farm Progress Show connects thousands of producers with companies that are pushing the boundaries of innovation in agriculture. It is THE premier ag event, and the best place to see what's next for agriculture."...
By Kelly Costa During Monday night’s city council meeting, the city council waived the 1st reading and approved Ordinance #2218 establishing No Parking on the north side of West Prairie Street from the City Alley adjoining the City Impound Lot to North Edwardsville Street/State Route 4. The city has conducted a review and analysis and has determined this area meets the requirements for a no parking area, and corresponding painting, and signage needs to be installed to improve traffic flow, parking, and safety issues. In Correspondence, the c...
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Gean B. Gregory, 79, of Alhambra, Ill., formerly of Staunton, died Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, at Troy. He was born on Monday, May 29, 1944, in Mangum, Okla., the son of Connie and Helen Gregory. On June 20, 1969, he married Eleanor L. Gregory nee Christin, who survives. Gean was drafted by the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. During his military time he served as a medic in Auxburg and Berlin, Germany, where part of his role was aiding in relief efforts following a devastating earthquake. Post-war he returned to spend time with his sister Mary... Full story
Betty L. Stein, 80, of Staunton, Ill., died on Monday, Sept. 4, 2023, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville. She was born on Dec. 20, 1942, in St. Louis, Mo., the daughter of Jasper and Myrtle (Ross) Campbell. She married Donald Stein, and he predeceased her. Betty was a retired respiratory therapist. She enjoyed reading, shopping for antiques, and spending time with her family. She is survived by two daughters, Donna Hartnett of Staunton and Jackie (Robert) Looser of Michigan; four grandchildren; and two brothers, Ed and Tom Campbell. She was... Full story
Ronald Wayne Boden, 74, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023. He was born June 3, 1949, in Litchfield to William Henry Boden and Audrey Vaughn Boden. He married Betty Lou Maxeiner on Oct. 8, 1975, in Carlinville, and she survives. He was a coal miner for Monterey Coal Co. Ron was a former police officer for the City of Litchfield. He was a member of the Local UMA. Ron enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling (especially to Branson), craft shows, and woodworking. He loved John Wayne... Full story
Clayton Palmer Johnson, 86, of Worden, Ill., peacefully passed away at 6:23 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023, at his residence in Worden. He was born July 9, 1937, in Chicago, the son of the late Clifford Donald and Ethel Corrine (Palmer) Johnson. He married Jessie May Gustafson on Aug. 29, 1959, at St. Stephen’s Church in Chicago, and the two shared a loving marriage for 64 years. Friends and family remember Clay as a big man with an even bigger heart. A family man, he loved spending time with his grandkids and great-grandkids, who a...
Marilyn Lee Brown, 88, of Staunton, Ill., died on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville. She was born April 27, 1935, in West Prairie, Ill., the daughter of the late Benjamin Harrison and Laura Elizabeth (Swank) Sawyer. She married Donald Douglas Brown on Nov. 24, 1951, at the Christian Church in Gillespie, and he survives. Lee was employed as a nurses aide/respiratory therapy aide at Community Memorial Hospital in Staunton for many years. She later worked as an agent for Cisler Real Estate in Staunton until her retirement.... Full story
Vernon F. "Blote" Blotevogel, 91, of Worden, Ill., died on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023, at The Glenwood in Staunton. He was born March 31, 1932, in Worden, the son of the late George and Bertha (Pieper) Blotevogel. He married Lois A. Brakhane, and she preceded him in death on May 20, 1987. He later married Brigitte "Barb" Matzat, and she survives. Vernon was an operator at Shell Oil in Roxana for many years. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1952 to 1956 during the Korean War era. He was also a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Worden. Survivo... Full story
Mary Jane Fritz, 87, of Maryville, Ill., died on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, at Maryville Manor Court in Maryville. She was born on April 6, 1936, to Clinton Wilmont Bryant and Viola M. (Hundley) Bryant in Mt. Olive. She attended Staunton schools and graduated from Staunton High School. She attended Tri-County Beauty Academy in Litchfield. Mrs. Fritz was a unit clerk at Community Memorial Hospital for 17 years. Mary’s favorite pastime was reading. As her vision failed, she turned to audio books for many hours of enjoyment. In her younger years M... Full story
Brandon Scott Leonard, 35, of Litchfield, Ill., died Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at HSHS St. John's Hospital in Springfield. He was born in Litchfield on Jan. 5, 1988, a son of Denis Sam and Donna Jean (Deck) Leonard. He graduated from Litchfield High School with the Class of 2006, and went on to obtain degrees from Greenville College with a degree in Pastoral Studies, and from St. John's School of Nursing. He was in the process of becoming a Nurse Practitioner. Brandon was employed with Springfield Clinic in the Dept. of Neurology, and had been... Full story
Gary Gene Rull, 83, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. He was born Dec. 18, 1939, in Carlinville, to Warner John Rull and Lucille (Tiek) Rull Acuncius. He married Judy Hammond on June 20, 1964, at First Congregational Church in Bunker Hill. She survives. He graduated from SIU at Edwardsville in 1963. He worked as a math and biology teacher first in Roxana and later in Jerseyville. In 1978, Judy and he purchased South Lawn Sheltered Care Home in Bunker Hill, where both remained as... Full story
William K. "Bill" Garrett, 81, of Staunton, Ill., died at his residence on Sunday, Sept. 3, 2023. He was born Jan. 31, 1942, in Gillespie, to William Garrett and Lucille Rossio Garrett. He married Nila Jean Basham on Nov. 3, 1961, in Alton. She survives. He was retired after having been an inspector for Olin Corp. William loved boating and spending time with friends and family, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Nila Jean Garrett of Staunton; daughters, Tina Renee Garrett of Staunton, Tammy Lynn (Steven) Katich of... Full story
Ryan Joseph Koschak, 41, of Butler, Ill., died unexpectedly on Sept. 3, 2023, in Fenton, Mo. He was born on Sept. 4, 1981, in Litchfield to Paul "Rick" Koschak and Deborah (Keck) Koschak. He married Abbie Bunge, and she survives. He grew up in Gillespie. After graduating from GHS in 1999, he pursued a vocational degree at Midwest School of Welding in Lincoln. He worked as a boilermaker (Local 363 -Belleville). He was adventurous in his younger days, but fatherhood changed all that. Ryan had an affection for nature, caring for chickens,... Full story
Marriages Zachary Steven Sanson of Virden, and Kelsi Lynn Koke of Virden. Dissolutions Brianna M. Gray and Matthew W. Gray from Macoupin County Court Jennifer M. White (43) of Girard, committed the Class 3 felony offense in that said defendant knowingly possessed less than 5 grams of methamphetamines or a substance containing methamphetamines on June 11, 2023. Montrell D. Ousley (31) of Springfield, Ill., on June 18, 2023, committed the Class 2 felony offense in that said defendant knowingly possessed more than 5 grams but less than 15 grams...
As 2024 gets closer and election season heats up, Macoupin voters have a newly redesigned MacoupinVotes.gov to get them vote ready. Macoupin County Clerk Pete Duncan said this is the first redesign of the Macoupin Election website since it was launched in 2012 and helps voters find the information they need and get done what they need to do in order to cast their ballot. Here's some of the new features for voters: *Prominent Search - Every page now has the search bar prominent in the upper right hand corner making it easier to quickly find...
The H and B Bremer Wildlife Sanctuary in Hillsboro will have Tony Rothering, who is a licensed bird bander from the Lincoln Land Association of Bird Banders, capturing and banding birds from 8 a.m. to Noon on Saturday, Sept. 16. Participants will receive an up-close view of birds while learning about the scientific process of banding. Those in attendance will also learn how the data is used to study topics such as, bird population dynamics and the impact of habit change on the diversity and density of bird species. "Be a Bander" is a...
M County Title, LLC is asking everyone to join them in celebrating their official grand opening on Friday, Sept. 15 from 4 to 7 p.m. They will be serving drinks and appetizers at their location of 206 West Main Street, in Staunton, Ill. There will be prize drawings every half hour for those who bring business cards....
The Croation Lodge meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 20, will be held at Tilly's in Mt. Olive. There will be food and drinks available for purchase. There will be not be a lodge meeting in Oct. and the Nov. meeting will return to the normal meeting place. Please mark up your calenders and pass the word. - Stephanie Dragovich...
The H and B Bremer Wildlife Sanctuary in Hillsboro will have Tony Rothering, who is a licensed bird bander from the Lincoln Land Association of Bird Banders, capturing and banding birds from 8 a.m. to Noon on Saturday, Sept. 16. Participants will receive an up-close view of birds while learning about the scientific process of banding. Those in attendance will also learn how the data is used to study topics such as, bird population dynamics and the impact of habit change on the diversity and density of bird species. "Be a Bander" is a...
Thursday, March 29 , 1923 -- OPINION -- The thing that Staunton needs more than she does any one particular thing is a commercial club or organization of the business men and other public spirited and progressive citizens. During the past several days the Star-Times has received two communications from concerns which are seeking locations for branch factories. It happens that in each instance the inquiries came from people who employ female help in large numbers and as there is but little employment to be had for this class of labor in...
Louise Moggio's kindergarten class picture in 1960-61 was submitted by Nancy Bickley Collora. These Staunton High School class of 1973 alums will be holding their 50 - year reunion on Sept. 30. Pictured are: (top row) Louise F. Moggio, teacher; Rebecca Allen; Teri Ashley; Nancy Bickley; Gary Biros; Eugene Bof; Beverly Bond; Debra Boulch. (Row 2) Leah Boulch; Mary Edna Brandt; Richard Brown; Michael Dal Pozzo; Jo Dee Fritz; Shelby Greeling; Betty Halpin; Donald Heigert. (Row 3) Paul Hiette;...