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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Students in Valene Carter's kindergarten class were busy last week doing a pumpkin investigation. They made observational drawings, measured, hypothesized, experimented on sink vs. float, discussed and recorded the findings, voted on how to carve the pumpkin, explored the inside of the pumpkin, and counted the seeds....
Registration is now open for the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine’s (SDM) fifth annual Veteran’s Care Day being held Thursday, Nov. 10, at the SDM’s main clinic in Building 263, 2800 College Ave. in Alton. “We are proud to offer our services to benefit as many veterans as possible,” said SIU SDM Director of Community Dentistry Katie Kosten, DMD. “Not all veterans have access to extensive dental care, so we are excited to once again bring this opportunity to our community and show our gratitude for veterans’ service.” Las...
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, Nov. 2 - Barbecue Pulled Chicken on Bun* Scalloped Potatoes, Asparagus, Pineapple, Muffin Thursday, Nov. 3 - Chicken Alfredo, Garlic Bread* Broc...
Staunton’s Volunteer Fire Department will be turning 100 in 2023 and they would like to celebrate the occasion with a brand new SFPD logo. They have invited everyone in the community to submit their thoughts on what the design for the new logo should look like. Please mail your suggested logo design/artwork to: SFPD, 215 S. Wood St., Staunton, IL 62088 so it will be received before the Dec. 1 deadline. The Fire Dept. has suggested the following guidelines to help guide you through the designing process. Professional: This logo will be f...
The Staunton Chamber of Com- merce is seeking nominations for the 2022 Citizen of the year. The Citizen of the Year will be chosen by a committee appointed by the Staunton chamber. Nominations are due Nov. 20, 2022. Nomina- tions can be made in writing at www.stauntonchamber.com. The Citizen of the Year will be announced at the Staunton Christ- mas events on Friday, Dec. 2....
Twenty-six golf teams gathered at Timber Lakes Golf Course on Sept. 30 for the "Final Round" and celebration of Bob Price's life. The event raised $19,470 for Bob's scholarship fund. Two Illinois State Police trooper buglers were there to play the national anthem prior to tee off. The golfers also had a chance to win a 2022 GMC Terrain sponsored by Bates Chevrolet Buick GMC for a hole in one. Although no one hit a hole in one, it created lots of buzz. Some golfers were there to compete and some...
Concordia Tuesday Night Men R & B's 34 Split Happens 34 JM Power Washing Svcs 31 The Finishers 13 Greg Stein, 276, 213 & 667; JM PowerWashing Svcs., 962 & 2669; Tim Copeland, 235 & 602; Dillon Bertels, 213, 204 & 590 Wednesday Night Men R & Z Boat Lifts &Docks 22 Deplorables 20 1st Place 19 Hump Day Ladies 9 Dillon Bertels, 245, 204 & 622; 1st Place, 928 & 2608 Friday Night Ladies Jet Clean Exterior Cleaning ..18 Staunton VFW 17 Dirty Tramps 16 Chicks with Balls 5 K. Bodi, 183 & 475; Staunton VFW, 543 & 1570...
The Staunton High School Post Prom Committee will be holding its annual Holiday Hustle 5K and 1-mile Fun Run on Saturday, Dec. 3, in Staunton. For more information on the race or to sign up to participate in person or virtually go to www.SHSPostProm.com. All race participants signed up by Nov. 14 will receive a Holiday Hustle T-shirt and swag bag. All proceeds from this event will be used to pay for the junior/senior post prom event....
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 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. 4 - Liberty T, 4 p.m. Nov. 7 - Bunker Hill T, 6 p.m....
It may have ended much sooner than hoped for - but the Lady Bulldogs gave the local volleyball fans a year that any team could be proud of and one that fans will not soon forget. Staunton opened their post season play at the Hillsboro Regional on Tuesday, Oct. 25,when they defeated the Lady Hiltoppers in two sets, 25-16 and 25-13. Team leaders in individual stats: Kills - Haris Legendre 13, Kennedy Legendre 7, Danielle Russell 5, Taylor Nolan 1 and Grace Bekeske 1; Aces - Russell, Ele Feldmann,...
Hello Everyone. Welcome to Library News. The 11th month of the calendar year is now before us. It feels like we went from January to November at the speed of light. There are so many things happening at Staunton Public Library as we begin the very first days counting down now to the holiday season. First of all, the library has designated November as scarecrow art month in celebration of the fall season and the annual harvest. Stop by our library and check out our displays. Everyone is working on a different design. We also invited area...
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...
As daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 6, the American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms as they turn their clocks back to help stay safe from home fires. When turning your clocks back this weekend, test your smoke alarms and replace the batteries if needed. Smoke alarms should be installed on every level of your home, including inside and outside bedrooms and sleeping areas. Replace smoke alarms that are 10 years or older. Components such as sensors can become less sensitive over time. Follow your alarm’s manufacturer...
Roasts are customary during the holiday season because they often feed a crowd and look impressive on serving platters. Some people opt for a roast beef while others prefer to roast a turkey. However, chicken just as easily can be turned into a Christmas dinner since it is versatile and tasty. In addition, the cooking time for a roasted chicken is much shorter than it is with other roasted dishes. This recipe for "Roast Chicken with Whole Roasted Garlic" from "Rachael Ray 50: Memories and Meals...