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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The winners in the Staunton Chamber of Commerce Chili Cook-off held at Duda Park on Saturday were (L to R) People's Choice winner Rick Haase and crew; Best Booth and 3rd place chili, Marie Bartony; 2nd place chili, Craig Neuhaus; and 1st place chili, Mary Sue Stiegemeier and crew....
On Thursday, Oct. 20, the second meeting of the month was called to order by President Gerry Cook with 29 members present. The meeting started with the Lord's prayer and Pledge of Allegiance being said by all. Everyone who had holiday attire received a free bingo card. There were four birthdays in October and we all sang Happy Birthday. Terry Tipler was a guest speaker who explained the state grant program on home improvement that qualified homeowners can apply for and handed out applications. It was announced by Leslie Vannoy, Regional Adminis...
Zion Lutheran youth group will be sponsoring a Christmas Trivia Night with dessert auction on Friday, Nov. 11, at Concordia Hall in Staunton. The doors open at 6 p.m., and trivia starts at 7 p.m. Get your friends and family together, gather up your favorite snacks, and get ready for a fun evening of Christmas-themed trivia. Teams of six to eight people may enter. The entry fee is $15 per person, which includes admission and unlimited soft drinks and bottled water. If you have questions or want to reserve your table, please contact Kristi Cook...
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....
The family of Terry Mosser donated over $1,000 to the Staunton schools choir department in memory of Terry, who was a long serving accompanist for the school district. The donations were presented to Choir Director Laura Hollingsworth and Superintendent Brett Allen by Terry's wife, Eleanor (second from left), and his sister, Tami Biggerstaff (left) at the Fall Choir Concert. The school district is very appreciative of the gift....
As most Shrine bodies Elbon Shrine Club is suffering from lack of membership and change in leadership. At the club’s highest point around 2014, they had approximately 40 members. They currently have about 15 who have paid dues for 2022. They have had the same leadership team in charge for approximately six years. That team as well as past leadership teams have done a great job keeping things moving and raising money. Even during the COVID years of 2019-2021 fundraisers where held and the doors where able to stay open. Their average a...
Wednesday, Oct. 26 - Chili with Beans, All-Meat Frank on Bun*, Slaw, Pears, Cookies Thursday, Oct. 27 - Cheesy Chicken Casserole, Broccoli, Oranges, Fruit Crisp Friday, Oct. 28 - Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes w/gravy, Carrots, Peaches, Dessert Bar Monday, Oct. 31 - Beef and Noodles, Mixed Vegetables, Cinnamon Applesauce, Pudding Tuesday, Nov. 1- Fish Patty on Bun*, Roasted Potatoes, Baked Beans, Plums, Chocolate Whip Wednesday, Nov. 2 - Barbecue Pulled Chicken on Bun* Scalloped Potatoes, Asparagus, Pineapple, Muffin Thursday, Nov. 3 -...
Members of the Homecoming Play cast attended the most recent school board meeting. They are pictured here with members of the school board....
Following a successful season, members of the Staunton Junior High baseball team were honored at the recent school board meeting. They are pictured with members of the school board....
The Chili Cook-off contestants dished up their chili at Duda Park on Saturday and everyone had the chance to sample a variety of recipes....
Fall is here and while it’s a beautiful time of year as the leaves change color, the Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois Department of Natural Resources are reminding motorists that deer mating season has also arrived. That means deer become more active, mainly at dawn and dusk from October through December. “Deer often travel in groups, so if a deer crosses the road ahead of you, there is a good possibility that another will follow. Always be prepared for the unexpected. A deer might stop in the middle of the road or double bac...
Oct. 17, 2022: Amber Pearson; Warrant Arrest/ Suspicious Circumstance Oct. 18, 2022: Elizabeth Mantor; Possess Cannabis/Synthetic/ Paraphenalia Oct. 18, 2022: Corina L. Kaptena; Cancel Suspend Revoked Registration Oct. 19, 2022: Jordan D. Bishop; Battery Oct. 21, 2022: Mellanie J. Gustafson In-State Warrant Oct. 22, 2022: Ryan T. Lindgens; Resist, Obstruct a Peace Officer, Firefighter, In-State Warrant Oct. 22, 2022: Ian E. Vancauwelaert; Resist, Obstruct a Peace Officer, Firefighter Oct. 22, 2022: Nicholas A. Williams; In-State Warrant Oct....
The Staunton Bulldog football team traveled to North Mac for their final game of the season on Friday Oct. 21. The North Mac Panthers won this game 32 - 6. There was no scoring in the first quarter. However, in the opening minute of the 2nd period, North Mac scored an 8-yard rushing TD and added the PAT to take the 7-0 lead. Still in the 2nd quarter, Staunton punted, giving North Mac the ball on their own 37-yard line. The Panthers rushed for their 2nd TD and kicked the PAT to take the 14-0...
Concordia Tuesday Night Men R & B's 30 JM Power Washing Svcs 24 Split Happens 22 The Finishers 8 Andrew Morgan, 267; Greg Stein, 694, 254, 234; Tim Copeland, 266, 227, 690; JM Power Washing Svcs, 1003 & 2856 Wednesday League R & Z Boat Lifts &Docks 18 Deplorables 18 1st Place 14 Hump Day Ladies 6 Dean Bertels, 210, & 577; High Team series, 1st Place, 2617 Friday Night Ladies Staunton VFW 17 Jet Clean Exterior Cleaning ... 11 Dirty Tramps 9 Chicks with Balls 5 A. Kerr, 176 & 472; Jet Clean Ext. Cleaning, 536 & 1502...
The Staunton Jr. High basketball Terriers will open their 2022-23 season with a 6 p.m. game at Mt. Olive on Tuesday, Nov. 1. Their season schedule is: Nov. 1 - Mt. Olive T, 6 p.m. Nov. 4 - Liberty T, 4 p.m. Nov. 7 - Bunker Hill T, 6 p.m. Nov. 9 - Bethalto T, 6 p.m. Nov. 10 - North Mac ..H, 6 p.m. Nov. 12-18 - Gillespie Tourney, TBA Nov. 15 - Calhoun H, 6 p.m Nov. 21 - Gillespie H, 6 p.m. Nov. 22 - Southwestern T, 6 p.m. Nov. 28-Dec.1 - Staunton 7th & 8th grade tournaments, TBA Dec. 5- Southwestern H, 6 p.m. Dec. 6 Carlinville T, 6 p.m. Dec. 8...
Nov. 8 - No School - Election Day Nov. 9 & 10 - 2 p.m. Dismissal - District wide parent - teacher conferences, 3:30 - 7:30 p.m. Nov. 11 - No School - Veterans Day Nov. 23 - 25 - No School - Thanksgiving Holiday Girls Varsity Volleyball Oct. 25-27 - Hillsboro Regional Boys Varsity Basketball Nov. 21 - 26 - Wesclin Turkey Tournament Girls Varsity Basketball Nov. 14 - Greenfield/NW.. T, 6 p.m. Nov. 15 - Wesclin T, 6 p.m. Jr. High Boys Basketball Nov. 1 - Mt. Olive T, 6 p.m. Nov. 4 - Liberty T, 4 p.m. Nov. 7 - Bunker Hill T, 6 p...
The Staunton High School volleyball team brought their season record up to 23-6 and 7-0 in conference, clinching another SCC title with their win over Litchfield Tuesday, Oct. 18. The Lady Bulldogs defeated the Panthers in two sets, 25-7 and 25-17. Haris Legendre led the team in kills with 15 followed by Kennedy Legendre 5, Danielle Russell 4, Taylor Seelbach 2, Ele Feldmann 1 and Allison Weller 1. The Legendre girls accounted for all 7 Aces; 4 by Haris and 3 by Kennedy. D. Russell and K. Legendre each had 1 block. Digs were a real team effort...
The SHS cross country team season ended sooner than they were hoping for at the ISHA Class 1A Cross Country Regional meet at Wesclin High School on Saturday, Oct. 22. The men's team placed 10th and the women's team placed 11th. The two senior runners, Troy Albertino and Lexi Pfeiffer, finished their high school cross country careers as the lead runners on their respective teams. Troy finished 35th of 115, with a time of 18:12.9, and Lexi finished 48th of 100, with a time of 23:33.7. The strong...
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The Staunton VFW Post 1241 will be holding a fish fry on the first and third Friday of every month beginning Nov. 4 and continuing until Lent. During Lent, the fish fries will be held every Friday. The menu will include the usual choices and serving starts at 4 p.m. Carry-outs will be available, but the hall will be open for anyone wishing to dine in. The bar will also be open....