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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With the regular waterfowl seasons about to open this fall, the Ill. Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is reminding hunters to be aware that they could encounter highly pathogenic avian influenza, or HPAI, again this year. IDNR will monitor for outbreaks of HPAI during the fall bird migration. Members of the public are encouraged to report large concentrations of 20 or more deceased birds found one location. Reports can be made to the local IDNR district wildlife biologist. IDNR first...
The Carlinville Area Hospital Auxiliary includes with its May and Nov. meetings a catered dinner that is open to Auxiliary members and their guests – male and female -- at no cost. This year’s Fall meeting will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 14, in the banquet room of Carlinville’s United Methodist Church, starting at 5:30 p.m. As part of the agenda, the Auxiliary will be honoring Les Totsch and his wife, Cheryl, with a special presentation for his ongoing commitment and dedication to blood donation. Earlier this year, Les’s contribution gave hi...
The Lion's Club Halloween Parade was able to enjoy some wonderful, but chilly weather on Monday evening, of Oct. 30, 2023. The sirens of the Staunton Fire Department kicked it off in loud fashion, then the street was filled with local residents and children that monster mashed their way to full candy buckets by the end of the evening....
On Saturday, Nov. 25, Staunton will do its official lighting on "Small Business Saturday" at 5 p.m. It is the perfect seasonal warm-up as Christmas caroling, Christmas lights and cold weather start to sweep you off your feet, the City of Staunton's Holiday Walk follows shortly after the Duda Park Lighting by only a week. Stop out and have some refreshments...
The Worden Public Library would like to start a book club for seniors at the library. The rules for this book club are different, but simple. Members of the book club may read any book they choose. At each informal meeting, every member will have a chance to say something about their selection to the other readers. For example: what they liked about the book, what they disliked, or how it affected them in some way. You might even decide to present a book that you read years ago, but that has stuck with you. You can read any book you choose;...
Louise Ann Mayfield, 77, died at her home in Staunton, Ill., surrounded by her family, on Friday, Oct. 27, 2023. She was born in Alton, the first daughter of Lawrence and Ruby Straub of Edwardsville. She married Dennis Mayfield on Oct. 1, 1967, in Wood River, and they reached 56 years of marriage. Louise grew up in Edwardsville and graduated from Edwardsville High School in 1965. She had several jobs in her lifetime. She started as a secretary for Blue Cross in St. Louis, Mo., and then worked...
David "Dave" Len Delashmit, 73, of Mt. Olive, Ill., died on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield. He was born on Nov. 6, 1949, to Harold Arthur Delashmit and Neva Ida (Austin) Delashmit in Collinsville. He graduated from Collinsville High School in 1968. Dave was a Vietnam War veteran who served in the United States Army and was employed as a truck driver for much of his life following his service. Dave was a resident of Mt. Olive, Illinois and remained an ardent patriot until his death. Dave was a staunch supporter...
Roger Dale Agee, 75, of Litchfield, Ill., died at his residence on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. He was born July 16, 1948, in Alton, to Charles Harvey Agee and Jewell B. McCord Agee. He married Ona Noe on Sept. 7, 1970, in Alton. She survives. He was retired after having been a civil engineer for Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army who served during Vietnam. Roger was a member of the VFW of Staunton, Moose Lodge of Litchfield, DAV and American Legion of Litchfield. He is survived by his wife, Ona Agee of...
Patricia Ann Castevens, 72, of Gillespie, Ill., died at her residence on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023. She was born Dec. 12, 1950, in Alton, to John Jones and Jewel Sweet Jones. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her children, Christina Wethington of East Alton, Cynthia Blevins of Gillespie, Melissa (Jason) Gerner of Wood River, Brian (Traci) Castevens of Holiday Shores; grandchildren, Steven, Brandon, Tanner, Devin, Dalton, Morgan, Hunter, Dillon; great-grandchildren, Addie, Leah, Michael, Cynthia, Jasper; and siblings, Butch (Sherry) Jones and...
Madeline "Maddie" Ann Best, 16, of O'Fallon, Ill., died Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, as a result of a tragic auto accident. She was born Feb. 6, 2007, in Belleville, the daughter of Kory and Tammy (Rodenmayer) Best of O'Fallon. Maddie was a junior at O'Fallon Township High School, where she was a vital part of the student body. Maddie loved serving on the Student Council, where she had the opportunity to contribute to the school spirit and embrace the fun that high school life can offer. She recently had a great week celebrating Homecoming with her...
July 20, 1935 ~ July 08, 2023 From the family of Grace Hicks: Grace Stirrat Hicks, 87, of Sandy Springs, Ga., passed away peacefully at her residence the evening of July 8, 2023, after a very recent cancer diagnosis and was surrounded by her loving family; son, John W. Hicks of Ball Ground, Ga.; son, Thomas A. Hicks of Atlanta, Ga.; and her absolute treasure of a granddaughter, Lauren Grace Hicks of Atlanta, Ga. She is also survived by her brother, Arthur Stirrat of Edwardsville, Ill. She was...
Melva M. Reid, 93, of Gillespie, Ill., died at Carlinville Area Hospital in Carlinville on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023. She was born on Jan. 8, 1930, in rural Bunker Hill, to Walter Hauschild and Mathilda Heyen Hauschild. She married Robert A. Reid, and he preceded her in death. She was retired after having been a CPA. She was the organist at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 4547 of Gillespie, Carlinville Area Women's Club, Gillespie Nite H.C.E., Gillespie Lions Club, Gillespie Library Board and...
Gwen Lucille Berutti, 94, of Gillespie, Ill., died at Carlinville Rehab Center in Carlinville on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023. She was born March 1, 1929, in Gillespie, to John L. Burnett and Milda Ann Gassmann Burnett. She married William R. "Bill" Berutti on Nov. 2, 1949, at SS Simon & Jude Church in Gillespie. He preceded her in death on Feb. 15, 2020. She was retired after having taught English in Roxana and Mt. Olive. She was also a pianist and vocalist for the Bill Berutti Combo. Gwen graduated from Gillespie High School, SIUE where she got her...
Reta J. Smith, 80, of Gillespie, Ill., died at St. Louis University Hospital, St. Louis, Mo., on Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023. She was born March 16, 1943, in Thayer, Mo., to John W. Rogers and Loma Gregory Rogers. She was a factory assembler. She is survived by her children, Mark (Jackie) Smith of Wood River, Ill., Beverly Day of Williamsburg, Mo.; grandchildren, Casey whom she raised as a son, Candice, Tiffany, Sara, Shane, Jenny, Tabitha, Jacob, Kaleb; and 17 great-grandchildren. Reta was preceded in death by her parents; son, Keith Smith;...
The Macoupin County Veterans Assistance Commission will be in Benld on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Superintendent Bobby Scott will be at the Cahokia Township Office. He will be able to help qualified veterans and their families with claim work and assitance such as shelter, food, utilities, etc. The Veterans Assistance Commission is an agency that is operated by and for veterans. The Commission provides aid to those military veterans and their families that reside in Macoupin County and that may qualify for need and assistance....
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, Nov. 1 - Chopped Steak with Mushroom Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Baked Beans, Pears. Thursday, Nov. 2 - Ham and Beans, Cornbread, Good Vegetable Salad, Apricots. Friday, Nov. 3...
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....
Hill Talk Across the lowlands of life, shadows weave their webs along the landscape. In these wearied places, one is destined to search for sunlight, as the mystery of things lay low in the mind. Anointed only by grace, one survives these unadorned cycles of soul time where thoughts fail to climb skyward and hearts feel under nourished by such a few portions of hope. Still, man cannot fall from the infinite fingers of a loving God and beyond all lowlands the mountains raise to finer higher life. Ours is to complete the journey wherever it...
The Staunton Helping Hands Center received a grant for $1,215 from Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Rice Bowl. Each Lent, Catholic families across the country unite to put their faith into action through prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Through the CRS Rice Bowl, families learn about how individuals across the globe overcome hardships like hunger and climate change, and how through Lenten donations, there is the power to make the world a better place for all. The SHHC was able to receive funds...
Now presenting this year’s CEO class business: Macoupin County's CEO Fall Formal. CEO is a unique opportunity for high school seniors who want to implement entrepreneurship into their lives. As one of their big projects, they are tasked with creating a collaborative class business. This is the largest enrollment in class history, and it includes seven Staunton students. It was a consensus among the group that we want this year to stand out, and this event is a perfect way to showcase our hard work, diligence and commitment to furthering our e...
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. Participants 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....
The City of Staunton is currently accepting applications for a State of Ill. housing grant. It is not necessary for the homeowners who filled out applications for last year’s grant to resubmit as this is a reapplication and the applications on file are acceptable. The grant is funded by the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO). The grant will allow 100% funding to complete rehabilitation to homes for work such as replacing roofs, doors, windows, HVAC, deteriorating floors, siding, plumbing, and electrical at no cost to the h...
The Macoupin County Historical Society in Carlinville has several events coming up in Nov. which are open to the public and free to attend. The first event is the annual Blacksmiths “Hammer-In” which will be held on Saturday, Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. till 12 noon at the Blacksmith Shop on the Historical grounds. The presenter this year is Craig Camerer, Season Two winner of "Forged in Fire." This will be an opportunity to watch blacksmiths and learn some blacksmithing techniques. The second event is Monday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. in the Ruyle Bui...
It is time again to hold the monthly Mid-State Collectors Club fall and winter meetings. The first meeting will be on Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m. at the Maverick Steak and Spirits restaurant in Litchfield. Attendees are asked to arrive prior to 7 p.m. and to eat dinner before the meeting begins. Following the Collectors Club meeting an interesting program will be presented to those in attendance. Collectors Club meetings will be held on the second Wednesday of each month from Nov. 2023 to April 2024. Anyone interested in antique tractors and...
Oct. 29, 2023: Jamal C. Zollcaffer; Domestic battery Oct. 28, 2023: Samantha C. Crader; In-State warrant Oct. 27, 2023: Arthur S. Zumwalt; Leaving scene-accident-vehicle damage, Suspended revoked drivers license, Operating uninsured motor vehicle Oct. 26, 2023: James P. Licklider; Suspended revoked drivers license, Operating uninsured motor vehicle Oct. 23, 2023: Juvenile; City ordinance, possession of tobacco by a minor Oct. 23, 2023: Jacob A. Staggs; In-State warrant, Suspended revoked drivers license, Speeding (Radar), Operating uninsured...