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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Besides going from trunk to trunk to collect treats, kids had the opportunity to play lots of fun games and win prizes at the Trunk or Treat event sponsored by Livingston Park Association Sunday afternoon....
Three area agencies are working together to bring a thriving GED program to Staunton. The Staunton Helping Hands Center hosts the space and helps provide supplies, but the educators and program specifics are brought together by the Regional Office of Education and Lewis and Clark Community College. For more information about this program, call LCCC 618-468-4141 to reserve your seat. Sessions regularly meet from 4 to 7 p.m. at 217 W. Main Street in Staunton. An open orientation session was held o...
John M. Galer, owner of The Staunton Star-Times and several other publications in central Illinois, was installed as chairman of the National Newspaper Association on Saturday, Oct. 8, in San Francisco, Calif. The annual meeting was part of this year's convention, held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in San Francisco from Oct. 5 through Oct. 8. Galer was officially passed the chairman's gavel by all former chairmen in attendance, including the outgoing chairman Brett Wesner of San Francisco. This...
The Staunton Chamber of Commerce has been busy making plans and organizing their first ever Chili Cook-off. And it all happens this Saturday, Oct. 22, at Duda Park in Staunton. The park will be open at 8 a.m. for cookers to set up their booth/cooking station, etc. You must set up our own tent and provide your own supplies. Coolers and pots will be inspected upon arrival to ensure no pre-cooked food comes into the event. There will be a cooks’ meeting at 8:45 a.m. and cooking begins at 9 a.m. All chili must be cooked from scratch on-site the d...
Macoupin County State’s Attorney Jordan J. Garrison announced on Friday, Oct. 14, that Stormy L. Ray, age 36, was sentenced by the Honorable Joshua A. Meyer to nine years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for delivery of methamphetamine. On July 20, 2022, the defendant pled guilty to the charge, and the matter was set for sentencing hearing on Sept. 20. Ray failed to appear at that sentencing hearing and a warrant was issued. The defendant was arrested on Oct. 5, and the matter was set for sentencing hearing on Oct. 14. At the s...
Arthur L. Manea, 77 of Staunton, Ill., died Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, at Community Hospital of Staunton. Born Aug. 24, 1945, in Litchfield, he was a son of the late Arthur and Amelia (Masinelli) Manea. He worked for the state of Illinois for 35 years. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. He enjoyed going on van excursions, shopping at Walmart, and eating breakfast with Russ Masinelli. He is survived by his sister, Gloria (Will) Reiser of Pleasant Plains, and several cousins and nephews. Visitation will be held Thursday, Oct. 20, from 9 to 11... Full story
Kelsey Lee Cox, 27, of Litchfield, Ill., died at St. John's Hospital in Springfield on Monday, Oct. 10, 2022. She was born Feb. 16, 1995, in Springfield, to Christopher Cox and Dena Allen. She is survived by her father, Christopher Cox of Mt. Olive; mother, Dena Allen of Litchfield; five children, Sophia Fainganert, Brady DeLong, Liam Cox, Salem Andrews, and Luna Cox, all of Litchfield; siblings, Christopher Cox, Jr., of Mt. Olive, Aubree (Nathaniel) Cox of Mt. Olive, Riley Cox of Mt. Clare, Skyler Miller of Gillespie; and grandmother, Karen... Full story
Linda Louise Langford, 75, of Mt. Olive, Ill., died at her residence on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022. She was born July 18, 1947, in Carlinville, to James Leslie Cox Sr. and Helen (Conlee) Cox. She was retired after working as a district manager for retail stores. She is survived by her children, Rodney Ivey of Orlando, Fla., Kim Smith of Mt. Olive, Kelli Buck of Ocean View, Hawaii, Linda (Ti) O'Daniel of La Porte, Texas, Shirley Ligon of Houston, Texas; grandchildren, Blake, Jacob, Nakita, Chastalee, Chelsea, Candie, Craig, Christin, Ashley,... Full story
Lisa K. Boden, 62, of Litchfield, Ill., died at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022. She was born Nov. 21, 1959, in Litchfield, to William and Audrey (Vaughn) Boden. She was a teacher's aide for Litchfield School District. She is survived by her siblings, Robert (Kim) Boden of Springfield, Mo., Ronald (Betty) Boden of Gillespie, and Vera Mix of Litchfield. Lisa was preceded in death by her parents; brother and sister-in-law, Donald and Mary Boden; and brother-in-law, Donald Mix. Private family services will be held.... Full story
Charles L. Dey, 83, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at his residence on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. He was born May 19, 1939, in Carlinville, to Orville Clinton "O. Clinton" Dey and Kathryn (Kahl) Dey. He was retired after serving in law enforcement. He played and coached softball for 30 years. He enjoyed gardening and being a "greeter at Short Stop." He is survived by his children, Debbie (Greg) Miller of Bunker Hill, Darla Searcy of Bunker Hill, Dennis (Shannon) Dey of Brighton, Doug (Stephanie) Dey of Bunker Hill, Dena (companion, Joe Shipton)... Full story
Leland Arthur Klopmeier, 86, died on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, with family by his side. He was born on February 25, 1936 in Moro, Ill., to the late Arthur and Alma (Bertels) Klopmeier. He married Marvine Weidner on July 28, 1956, at the Zion Lutheran Church in Bunker Hill. She preceded him in death on Jan. 21, 2010. He is survived by three daughters, Dawn Earnshaw of Bethalto, Laurel (Steve) West of Troy, Gayla (Steve) Walters of Carlinville; eight grandchildren, Suzy (Kurt) Trevisan, Scott (Tyler) Wheeler, Kelly (Brett) Sollberger, Kyle (Ericka... Full story
Staunton Public Library is participating in the 4th annual Library Crawl. Here is how to play – Stop by the library and pick up your passport. Make sure it is stamped with Staunton’s cool sticker before you leave. Then visit at least five other libraries participating in the game. Return your passport with six stamps in the appropriate spaces for a chance at a $25 gift card. Only Staunton patrons and Staunton residents can sign up for the Staunton drawing. No purchase needed. It is a fun way to explore other libraries in our communities. The...
Elbon Shrine Club would like to thank the local and surrounding community for their continued support through 2022 and years past. Mr. T’s Bar recently held a celebrity bartending event with Jim McKay and Rick Allen as the bartenders. They were able to raise of $3,600. Last weekend the Elbon participated in the Annual Ainad Southern Illinois Paper Drive and raised over $1,500. They will also be adding the money collected over the year at various fundraisers and make one large donation to the Shriners St. Louis Hospital at the end of the y...
Trinity Lutheran Church in Worden will host their 72nd annual sausage supper on Sunday, Oct. 30. Serving begins at noon inside the parish hall in Worden and continues until 6 p.m. This year you have the choice of dining in the parish hall or taking carry-outs home with you. All dinners are $12. Also link, liver and blood sausage will be for sale at the parish hall on Sunday beginning at noon....
Macoupin County HCE (Home, Community and Education) will be celebrating their 92nd Anniversary in October. Since 1924, members of the HCE have been promoting social and economic well-being in Illinois homes and neighborhoods. Originally known as the Home Bureau Federation for farm wives, over the years the organization has continually evolved to meet changing times and needs. Today HCE is an education and community service organization comprised of over 6,000 men and women from 72 associations in 102 counties. The Illinois Association for Home...
The SHHC is appreciative of the ongoing community support from donors and volunteers. Gears are shifting toward holiday preparedness. The Adopt a Family fundraiser for Thanksgiving has begun and donations will be received until Nov. 12 to help secure the fixings for turkey dinners for existing local pantry guests. A donation of $25 helps to cover the cost of turkey and side items for a local family. The SHHC can receive donations through Venmo @staunton helpinghands or at P.O. Box 111, Staunton...
The Staunton Lions Club annual Halloween Parade will be Sunday, Oct. 30. Participants should meet at the Staunton band shelter in back of the Staunton Public Library beginning at 5:40 p.m. The parade begins at 6 p.m. sharp. Costumes are strongly encouraged. This year’s parade will be assisted by the Staunton Police Department, Staunton Fire Department, Staunton Ambulance Service, Staunton VFW and Bill’s IGA. The Staunton Police Department will coordinate the parade route. The fire department and the ambulance service will lead the parade dow...
The Benld Public Library and South Macoupin Head Start will hold a family reading night on Wednesday, Oct. 26. The night will feature fun Pete the Cat Halloween stories beginning at 5 p.m. at the library. Crafts and refreshments will follow at the Head Start Center located next door. Jen Lubrant will be our guest reader. Bring your camera because Pete the Cat will make a special appearance for pictures with the children at the library. All ages are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact the library at 217-83...
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, Oct. 19 - Bingo 10:30 a.m. - Teriyaki Chicken, Rice Pilaf, Tomatoes and Zucchini, Mixed Fruit, Cheesecake w/Cherries Thursday, Oct. 20 - Best V...
Oct.11, 2022: Derek M. Wiggins; In-State Warrant Oct. 12, 2022: Brandon S. Schehl; Aggravated Battery Oct. 12, 2022: Julius A. Mahone; Illegal Transportation of Alcohol Liquor Oct. 12, 2022: Stacie E. Bastilla; Disobeyed Stop Sign, Illegal Transportation of Alcohol Liquor Oct. 14, 2022: Juvenile; City Ordinance, Possession of Tobacco by Minor Oct. 14, 2022: Juvenile; City Ordinance, Possession of Tobacco by a Minor Oct. 14, 2022: Juvenile; City Ordinance, Possession of Tobacco by a Minor Oct. 15, 2022: Thomas F. Ray; In-State Warrant Oct. 15,...
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for approximately 70 million Americans will increase 8.7 percent in 2023, the Social Security Administration announced last week. On average, Social Security benefits will increase by more than $140 per month starting in January. The 8.7 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to more than 65 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2023. Increased payments to more than 7 million SSI beneficiaries will begin on Dec. 30, 2022. (Note: some...
Lewis and Clark Community College’s scholarship application is now available for students planning to attend in 2023-2024. Apply today at www.lc.edu/scholarships. The entire application process is online. Filling out a single application will match students with all eligible scholarships. More than 175 scholarships are available for a total value of nearly $600,000. Scholarships vary in amount, but about half cover full annual tuition and fees, approximately $4,500 for an in-district, full-time student. “Thanks to our board of trustees and gene...
This newspaper clipping from the Springfield State Journal was sent in by Kathy Legendre. It shows the 1923 Staunton football team. Since this is the only picture we have of this team, we're going to see how it comes out. This is the team that beat Gillespie 232-0 at Gillespie on Nov. 24,1923, smashing all scoring records. Pictured (back, L to R) are Ruffini, end; Roberts, guard; Sawyer, halfback; Oehler, fullback; Arnicar, tackle, Wilson, center; Melton, tackle; (middle) Lloyd, quarterback;...
Thursday, Dec. 13, 1990 -- Future Lake Expansion Unclear -- Staunton's City Engineer Deborah Ramsey recently told the City Council that "they needed to take steps if they were interested" in the Staunton Lake expansion project for 1991. The Council hired Hansen Engineers last year to conduct a feasibility study of such a project. When they hired Hansen the Council indicated they might pursue a lake expansion project in 1991. The present lake was built in 1926 and has experienced natural siltation. Earlier, this year the City conducted an...
Issue of Oct. 16, 1997 Leah Pace and Kevin Klein, formerly of Staunton, were married Aug. 9 in Hartford City, Ind. A daughter was born to Walter and Michelle (Masinelli) Blotevogel of Troy on Sept. 24. A daughter was born to Dan and Dawn (DeVer) Jacobs of Livingston on Sept. 26 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville. Doris Geraldine “Jackie” Elam (74) of Mt. Olive died Oct. 11 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. Philbert L. Vantrepotte (88) of Staunton died Oct. 9 at Community Memorial Hospital. Martha P. Furtkamp (98) of Staunton died Oct...