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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People are living longer, a reality that can be traced to a number of factors, including advancements in medicine and greater dissemination of information regarding preventive health care. According to data from the United Nations Population Division, the average life expectancy in the United States is 81.65 for women and 76.61 for men. As people live longer, some may outlive their significant others and ultimately find themselves once again interested in sharing experiences with a special someone. Seniors ready to re-enter the dating pool may...
Travel was once a key component of the picture working professionals created of their ideal retirements. While the COVID-19 pandemic put many retirement travel plans on hold in recent years, jetting off to distant locales is once again on retirees' radars. A 2022 survey from AARP found that individuals 50 and over were poised to not only get back on the road, but also spend significantly more money on travel. Prior to the pandemic, Americans 50 and over spent $7,314 annually on travel, according to data from AARP. By spring 2022, individuals...
The Alzheimer's Association® reports that remaining socially active throughout adulthood can possibly delay the onset of dementia. And that's not the only benefit to remaining socially engaged as an adult, which researchers have linked to reduced rates of disability and mortality. The Alzheimer's Association® also indicates that social engagement may reduce the risk for depression in older adults. That's a significant benefit, as the National Council on Aging notes that the risk for depression is elevated among older adults compared to young a...
Professionals work hard to achieve both short- and long-term goals. Retirement certainly qualifies as a long-term goal, and many people spend decades building and investing in a nest egg that they hope will help them enjoy their golden years to the fullest extent. The decision regarding when to retire is affected by a host of variables, so what's a good time for one individual may not be ideal for another. However, professionals on the cusp of retirement can consider these tips as they try to pick the right time to retire. • Individuals should...
The Staunton/BH Bulldogs were trailing 15-20 when heading to the lockerroom after the first half. But they were not done scoring. They came back strong to score eight in the third quarter and 13 in the fourth while holding North Mac scoreless to take the final 36 - 20 victory. Staunton’s first score came in the first period when Jesse Baker rushed for a 7 yard TD. Legendre kicked the PAT giving Staunton their first seven points. In the second period, Dalton Bianco completed a pass to Hunter Wallace good for 21 yards and a Bulldog TD. Drake R...
With great pride, the Staunton High School staff and administration would like to congratulate Max Eldred and Matt Niehaus on being named "Students of the Month" for Oct. Each month, two students are awarded Student of the Month at SHS. Staunton High School staff members are asked to nominate students based on the following: outstanding grades or improvement in grades, good attendance or improvement in attendance, character, leadership, community involvement/service and integrity. The staff then proceed to vote to determine the recipients of...
Varsity Football Oct. 20 - 7 p.m. home vs Pana Sr High School Freshman Football Oct. 19 - 6 p.m. at Pana Sr. High School Girls Volleyball 5 p.m. unless otherwise marked. Oct. 19 - home vs Gillespie Oct. 21 - TBA at Fairfield VB Tournament Girls Volleyball Freshman Oct. 19 - home vs Gillespie Girls Volleyball JV Oct. 19 - home vs Gillespie Boys & Girls Cross Country Oct. 21 - TBA at IHSA Regionals Girls Basketball Varsity Nov. 13 - 6 p.m. home vs Greenfield/NW Nov. 14 - 6 p.m. home vs Wesclin Nov. 16 - 6 p.m. at Mt. Olive Nov. 24 - TBA home vs...
The Staunton Varsity Boy's High School Soccer team, seeded 6th in the Williamsville sectional and traveled to Greenville on Friday night, Oct. 13, to take on the Greenville Comets. Greenville was seeded as the 4th team in the same sectional. Unfortunately, the first score of the match was by the Comets, on a header for goal 12 minutes into the match. Just three minutes later, at the 25 minute mark, the Comets scored their second goal of the match, giving the Comets a 2 - 0 lead going into intermission. The Comets began the second half where...
The 2023 Ill. fall trout season will open Saturday, Oct. 21 at 59 ponds, lakes, and streams throughout the state, and the Ill. Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is warning anglers that warm weather will delay some early stockings this fall. The early catch-and-release season, scheduled to open Oct. 7 this year, will be stocked later than expected because of forecasted and observed warm water temperatures. Trout stocked in waters warmer than 70 degrees will experience high mortality. IDNR will stock the early catch-and-release sites as...
The Bulldog Cross Country Team traveled to Southwestern Saturday morning to compete in the South Central Conference Meet. Both Rhyse Rucker and Aiden Green earned themselves spots on the All Conference Team with Rhyse finishing sixth place with a time of 17:54, and Aiden finishing 11th place with a time of 18:00. The Boy's team earned a fourth place finish with contributions from Rhyse and Aiden, as well as Nicholas Monahan (13th, 18:07); Peyton Luketich (17th, 18:22); Bryan Podwojski (30h, 20:22); Thomas Ogata (32nd, 20:30), and Trevor Myers...
Tuesday Night Men The Finishers: 5 Split Happens: 2 JM Power Washing Svcs: 5 R&B’s: 2 High individual game, Greg Stein 237; High individual series, Greg Stein 608; High team game, JM Power Washing Svcs 1070; High team series, JM Power Washing Svcs 3072. Next top 4 games, next top 3 series: Tom Spears, 213 Tim Copeland, 206 Fred Harbison, J., 202 Greg Stein, 199 Tim Copeland, 567 Dillon Bartles, 546 Jeff Bickmore, 542 Wednesday Night Deplorables: 5 R&Z Boat Lifts & Docks: 4 Hump Day Ladies: 3 1st Place: 2 High individual game, Jim Hemp 225; H...
Every pet deserves the best in health care, and the first caretaker that helps the animal isn’t necessarily your veterinarian: It is a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT). The Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association (ISVMA) celebrates the vital services that CVTs provide for beloved pets/companion animals in veterinary clinics, hospitals, shelters, farms, zoos and educational settings throughout Illinois. As a member of the veterinary healthcare team, certified veterinary technicians are educated in the latest medical advances and a...
Services for Tim R. Kratochvil, 49, of Pawnee, was offered Saturday, Sept. 30 at Zion Lutheran Church in Mt. Olive. It started at 2 p.m., reverend Zachary Krampien officiated. Tim graduated from SIU-C with a bachelors degree in Social Studies. He then graduated from U of Ill., Springfield with a Masters in Educational Administration, and later a Superintendents certification. He spent 27 years in education. Locally, he served as the high school-junior high school principle at Pawnee, and the last two years as Superintendent. Tim played...
Staunton Area Ambulance Service is teaming up with Staunton Community School District 6 for a coat drive. Donations are accepted Monday through Firday at Staunton Ambulance, located at 401 Ash Street, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. We are accepting new and gently used coats in all sizes. this will go until Nov. 10, with donations being sent to the school on that date. The drop off locaton is Staunton High School and the Staunton Ambulance building....
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. Wednesday, Oct. 18 - Bingo 10:30 - Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Casserole with Vegetables and Rice, Broccoli and Cauliflower, Pineapple Thursday, Oct. 19 - Beef and Noodles, Wheat Roll,...
The Livingston Trick or Treat date and hours are Oct. 31 from 6 - 9 p.m. Lynne Best, Livingston Village Clerk...
Join us in celebrating 25 years of Mini Olympics and help make a difference. On Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, The Macoupin Center for the Developmentally Disabled (MCDD) is celebrating a remarkable milestone, that being the 25-year anniversary of the Mini Olympics. The schedule ofor the Mini Olympics at the Macoupin County Fair is as follows: 8 a.m. - Volunteer check-in 9 a.m. - Athletes check-in 9:45 a.m.- Opening Ceremony 10 a.m. - Games begin 12 p.m.- Hot dogs, chips, apple sauce and cookies for lunch 1 p.m. - Award Ceremony....
The use of unmanned aircraft, or drones, for any aspect of hunting or recovery of wildlife is unlawful, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources is reminding the public. “Not only is drone use for hunting unlawful in Illinois, it goes against the spirit of fair chase and widely accepted hunting ethics,” said Jed Whitchurch, director of the IDNR Office of Law Enforcement. “Illinois Conservation Police officers will be monitoring for drone use during the fall and winter hunting seasons. We encourage all hunters to familiarize thems...
Staunton American Legion Post 362 will be selling bratwurst, pork patties and hot dogs at the Duda Ace Hardware store parking lot on Saturday, Oct. 21 Serving starts at 10 a.m....
L & W Mattress Direct- Winter Special: Twin Mattress, $169; Full $199; Queen, $249; King, by order only, $299. All mattresses except Kings are in stock and on sale at Mattress Direct. Located across from Walmart in Litchfield (217) 324-3636 12-tf FOR SALE: House for sale in Litchfield, by owner, two lots, two bedrooms, one bathroom, two car garage, a paved driveway, concrete patio, partially furnished, leave a message, call Kevin at 217-999-3119 18p FOR SALE: 2015 Lund 1675 Impact Sport fishing boat, one of a kind, customized in Green Bay...
SALES - PARTS- SERVICE: McCormick, LS Tractors, Grasshopper, Ferris Lawn Equipment, BIGHORN UTVs. Bodner Equipment, 1203 West Frontage Rd, 1-55 & Exit 41, Staunton, 618-635-5600 #33/y23 - #33/yr24p RUBBER STAMPS and Marking Devices Available at Staunton Star-Times, 108 W. Main, Staunton tf PRESSURE WASHING - Residential & Commercial Fencing and Deck Washing and Staining. Gutter Cleanouts - Bonded and Insured 217-710-9587 7-tf...
FOR SALE: Two parakeets, one blue and one yellow. Includes cage, food, and accessories. Just call 618-635-2140 17-18...
Publication Notice is hereby given that on Sept. 22, 2023, a certificate was filed in the office of the County Clerk of Macoupin County, Illinois setting forth the names and post-office addresses of all the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as: IRIS AND OPAL PHOTOGRAPHY. Located at 204 E. Elm St., Gillespie, Ill. 62033. Dated Sept. 22, 2023 Pete Duncan County Clerk 17-19...
MOVING SALE: Everything must go. Oct. 26, 27, and 28. 8 a.m. - ? 413 N. 6th Street, New Douglas. 18-19 MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Thursday Oct. 19 2-6 p.m. Friday Oct. 20, 9-5 p.m. Sunday Oct. 22, 10-5 p.m. Little girl’s, boy’s, women, men’s clothes. Something for everyone. 1371 West Frontage Road, Staunton. 18p BARN MOVING SALE: Furniture, file cabinets, bicycle and more. Oct. 20 and 21. 8-4. 7908 Engelke Rd, Alhambra Ill., 62001. 18p...
FOR RENT: Mobile Home or RV Lots. 618-512-5326 19-tf FOR RENT: Self Storage 10 x 10 and 8 x 20 Units and Fenced in Boat and Camper Storage Available at S & K storage. 1100 S.Union 618-635-5306 37-tf FOR RENT or SALE: 3 & 2 Bedroom Mobile Homes, Staunton. No Pets. 618-512-5326 19-tf FOR RENT: 1 bedroom house. Appliances. Furnished. 618-580-4791. tf...