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, Ill., witnessed a truly remarkable event on Wednesday, Oct. 11, when the community gathered at Staunton High School's football field for "Fields of Faith." This special event, organized in partnership between The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) and United to Revive Ministries (U2R), was a night filled with joy and life-changing decisions. Over 200 individuals came together, united by a common goal – to share the love and grace of Jesus with our local youth. The key moments that occured are: Free Food: All attendees were t...
A blended team of about 50 volunteers from Net Community Church and the Illinois State Police volunteered for the City of Staunton at Water Tower park this past weekend for National Faith & Blue Weekend. There were three teams that gathered to paint at the pavilion, clear a large portion of overgrown brush and clean up the playground area. Volunteers from Troop 8 and Zone 6 with the Illinois State Police came to Staunton and joined Net Community Church in honor of National Faith & Blue Month. This project was chosen for Water Tower Park as an...
Sept. was a huge month for the Stuanton Helping Hands Center (SHHC) as a facelift renovation took place. Board Members (Lori Semanik, Ailee Taylor, Dena Schuette, Don Thorn and Tony Banovz) planned for months to make the project possible. All new flooring was installed and painting was completed. Hundreds of pounds of canned goods had to be moved and massive shelving had to be raised in order to update the space. Several volunteers worked together to complete the moves, the demo of the old flooring and the finishing touches. Flooring was...
Timothy R. Kratochvil, 49, of Pawnee, Ill., was born April 2, 1974, to Roger and Mary Kratochvil. He died on Saturday, Sept. 23, at Memorial Hospital in Springfield from a massive heart attack after being found unresponsive at his family farm outside of Pawnee. Tim graduated from Mt. Olive High School in 1992 and then signed a letter of intent to play baseball at SIU Carbondale where he had a very successful baseball career and was later inducted into SIU Sports Hall of Fame. After college he played two years with the Boston Red Sox. Tim later...
Catherine Carter, 97, of Worden, Ill., died Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, at her home. She was born on Feb. 2, 1926, in Edwardsville, the daughter of Louis and Mary (Coleman) Puncher. She was a member of 660 Retirement Club - Machinists, and a former member of the Western Club. Ms. Carter was born and raised in Edwardsville. She worked 37 years at Olin in Alton and retired as a cap operator in the cap department in the primer (primers for shotgun shells). She enjoyed watching television. She liked travelling, travelled to 11 countries, and collected...
Peggy Anne Partridge, 85, of Staunton, Ill., died peacefully at her home on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. She was born July 28, 1938, in Alton, the daughter of the late Fred and Madeline (Anderson) Howard. She married Fred Partridge Sr. on May 2, 1959, in Bethalto, and he survives. Peggy’s greatest love was her family, they always came first. She enjoyed camping and watching TV, and was a past member of Bethel Southern Baptist Church of Staunton. Peggy and Fred were married for 64 years. They raised their granddaughter Heather, and also their g...
Robert Wade "Bob" Hurley, 94, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at Gillespie Health and Rehab Center in Gillespie on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023. He was born Sept. 17, 1929, in Springfield to Wade Hurley and Dosha Belle (Cox) Hurley. He married Margaret June Ray on March 30, 1951, in Piggott, Ark., and she preceded him in death. Bob was the owner of Hurley Insurance Agency in Alton and a member of the Masonic Lodge of Bunker Hill. Bob loved toys, trains, John Deere tractors, bluegrass and guitars. He is survived by his daughter, Bobbye Hughes of Maryville;...
Jean Marie Boston Wilson, 52, of Staunton, Ill., died at Community Hospital of Staunton on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023. She was born on March 10, 1971, and was the daughter of the late Jerry and Mary Ackerman Boston. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed 5D Diamond Art, gardening, painting, cooking, baking, arts and crafts and spending time with her beloved dog, Max. Survivors include one son, Nicholas Wilson of Staunton; two sisters, Anne Hood, Barbie Ivey Boston; one brother, Joe (Peggy) Boston; and several nephews. Besides her parents, she was preceded...
Renee Lynn Tigo, of Carlinville, Ill., died on Oct. 14, 2023. She was born to Donald J. Tigo and Wanda Jean Crays Tigo. No public services will be held. Burial will be in Prairie Lawn Cemetery in Carlinville. Kravanya Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....
As the Israeli-Hamas conflict continues, the Ill. State Police (ISP) continues coordinating statewide law enforcement communications and activity in response to the elevated level of threats of violence and hate crimes related to the current conflict. ISP reminds the public of the importance of remaining vigilant against hate crime activity and potential terrorism. “Everyone in Illinois - both law enforcement and community members alike - must remain on guard against both terrorism and hate crimes during this period of volatility,” said ISP...
Michelle and Melissa were better known in their household as George and Sam. These were the names that he called them when he came into the house, from work, from golf, from wherever and whatever had kept him away from his girls. Teasing them with the boy's names that they will still answer to when called. A great Dad with an eagle eye on their education as he watched their grades and achievements from kindergarten to college. Missy didn't get her two majors with Suma Cum Laude by accident; the work began in the heart of the Father who had...
Marriages Harpreet Singh of Carlinville, Emma Rae Moxey of Moro Dalton Dean Todd of Oakford, Hannah Renee Evans of Oakford Christina Gayle Pierson of Girard, Ryan Robert Burch of Girard Nickolas Ray Bennington of Bunker Hill, Kora Lynn Marie Compton of Bunker Hill Lidell Demond Yates of Alton; Kerrie Marie Jones of Alton Brandon Keith Ernst of Benld, Brandy Lynn McCario of Benld Alex Lindon Barnes of Girard, Miranda Lynnae Bearden of Girard Antron Cardenas Simmons of Farmersville, Tara Lee Cale of Farmersville Tanner Lee Conner of Mount Olive,...
On Saturday, Nov. 4, the doors at Concordia Hall, 729 S. Union Street, will swing open at 6 p.m., ushering in one of Benld Adopt-A-Pet's largest fundraisers of the year; the 27th annual Trivia Night. Space is limited and last year's event was sold out well in advance of the event. Admission is $15 per person, with a maximum of eight persons per table. There will be Cash and Attendance Prizes, a Silent Auction and light refreshments and snacks. To reserve a table and/or donate an item for the silent auction or an attendance prize, please call...
A 5K and 1 mile fun run is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, in conjuction witht the holiday walk in downtown Staunton. The race will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Main Street. Particiapants registered by Nov. 13, will receive a Holiday Hustle t-shirt and swag bag. to register for the race or to be a virtual runner, go to www. SHSPostProm.com. 100% of the proceeds benefit the Staunton High School Post Prom....
Oct. 15, 2023 - Heather R. Reid: Speeding (Radar), Expired registration sticker. Oct. 14, 2023 - Nathanlel G. McGrath: Speeding (Radar) Oct. 13, 2023 - Cole G. Allen: Improper use of registration Oct. 11, 2023 - Elizabeth L. Leitschuh: Cell phone-Hands free Oct. 9, 2023 - Betty J. Morrow: Operating uninsured motor vehicle Oct. 9, 2023 - Kaitlyn E. Wilhelm: In-State warrent Oct. 8, 2023 - Andrew J. Westbrook: In-State warrent, Disturbance....
The Staunton Lion's Club Halloween Parade will begin Monday, Oct. 30. Everyone will meet at the Staunton Band Shelter behind the Library on Pearl Street at 5:40 p.m. Lining up for the parade will begin at 5:50 p.m. on Wood Street and the parade will start at 6 p.m. Coverage goes from Main Street, to Laurel Street, Henry Street, and ends at the Staunton VFW for Halloween Snack from the Staunton Lions and the Staunton VFW. Costumes are welcomed. There is no rain date this year....
The Chili Cookoff event that was scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 21 has been canceled due to a lack of interest. Those who have previously registered will be reimbursed....
Trinity Lutheran Church’s 73rd Annual Sausage Supper will be held at the Lutheran Parish Hall in Worden on Sunday, Oct. 29, at 12 noon - 6 p.m.. A self-serve dining area will be available. Foods include links, liver, and blood sausage. Carryout is also available for $13....
Thursday, May 10, 1923 -- IS BUILDING STORE -- Work was started last week on the erection of a new store building to be used by Jung's Cash Grocery, at the corner of West Henry and South Hibbard Streets. Mr. Jung purchased this piece of ground some time ago with the intention of using it for this purpose and will also erect a modern seven room residence just north of the store building. The building to be occupied by the store will front on Henry street and will be 48 feet by 52 feet. Both buildings will be thoroughly modern and the store will...
By: Jill Pertler Life may give you crap, but it’s what you make of it that matters. People, animals, fish, birds, snails, reptiles – we all deal with crap. We all create crap, even though most of us would rather not think too much about it – or perhaps not at all. There are a number of different ways to say it: crap, poo, poop, excrement, doo doo, deuce, BM and dung. But no matter which synonym you choose, crap happens – to all of us. Let’s get that right out there in the open. Crap exists. We all deal with crap. But, it’s what you make of you...
Issue of Oct. 14, 1998 The Emergency Services Midnight Bike Ride attracted 42 bike riders who rode from midnight until 1:30 a.m. on a 10-mile route. A daughter was born to Todd and Tiffini Schlechte of Staunton at Anderson Hospital. Dr. John W. McDole (77) of Staunton died Oct. 12 at Community Memorial Hospital. Irene L.Bronstein (76) of Staunton died Oct. 11 at the family home. Issue of Oct. 15, 2008 The city has received approval for installation of new water lines on Main Street. A son was born to Brian and Jessi Luketich on Aug. 26. A son...
By Bryan Golden The “benefits” of anger are many. Stress, anxiety, diminished judgment, reduced productivity, poor digestion, sleeplessness, elevated blood pressure, negative impact on relationships, unhappiness, and attraction of negative situations can all be yours just by being angry. Anger repels people, destroys relationships, creates problems, intensifies problems, causes regret, burns bridges, and dissolves solutions. Anger doesn’t have to manifest itself via your behavior to be destructive. Anger that is internalized can be just as da...
A balanced diet and exercise, which includes a combination of aerobic activities and strength training, is necessary to maintain long-term health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, regular physical activity is one of the most important things older adults can do to protect their overall health. Exercise helps to delay or prevent many of the conditions that come with age. Adults ages 65 and older should aim for the recommended 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity, such as brisk walking, and at least two...
Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that as much as 5 percent of older adults living in the general community are suffering from clinical depression. Those figures are even higher among older adults who are hospitalized (11.5 percent) and those who require home health care (13.5 percent). The National Council on Aging reports that older adults are at an elevated risk of developing depression, though there's no single, specific cause increasing that risk. Chronic conditions, which the CDC estimates affect as much...
Senior citizens account for a significant percentage of the overall population. Estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau released in 2020 indicate the nation's 65-and-older population had grown by more than one-third over the preceding decade. By 2050, the number of senior citizens is expected to be close to 90 million. People are living longer than ever, and as individuals age, the demand for senior services continues to grow - as does the need to be patient and respect the elderly. There are many ways to show seniors just how much they're...