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 Staunton Chamber of Commerce and the city of Staunton are busy making preparations for a very special Christmas in Staunton. After many activities had to be postponed or altered due to the pandemic, they are hopeful that this year will be more like the holidays we all remember. When the planning stage is over, the work begins on Wednesday, Dec. 1, with tree decorating at the city hall. Opening the 2021 Christmas season in Staunton will be the tree lighting activities on Friday, Dec. 3, from 4 to 7:30 p.m., including a live Nativity in...
The Staunton Elbon Shrine Club held a pork steak dinner on Saturday. Shriners John Sharp (forefront) and Moe St. Arnault were just two of the members helping out at the dinner. The club has one more event scheduled for this year–a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, Dec. 4, will close out their activities for 2021....
On Friday the Illinois Department of Public Health reported 22,600 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 129 additional deaths since reporting on Nov. 5. New cases of COVID-19 increased 29 percent from last week. Currently, IDPH is reporting a total of 1,735,586 cases, including 26,077 deaths, in 102 counties in Illinois. The age of cases ranges from younger than one to older than 100 years. Since reporting on Friday, Nov. 5, laboratories have reported 906,911 specimens for a total of...
Congratulations to the Staunton High School scholastic bowl team for their wins at the Southwestern Novice Tournament on Saturday, Nov. 6. Eight schools participated with a total of 12 teams.(Riverton-1, Staunton-2, Southwestern-2, Lincoln- 2, Marquette Catholic- 1, Macomb- 2, Alton- 1 and Brussels- 1). The Staunton A team was 9 and 0 taking 1st place at the tournament. The Staunton B team was 5 and 3 taking 4th place. Three players were recognized as All Tournament. Blake Moore was the 2nd All...
This Saturday, Nov. 20, local scout troops will be collecting food items for the annual Scouting for Food campaign. If you haven't received a bag at your house and would like to make a donation, food can be dropped off at the Cisler Real Estate office or it can be dropped off on Saturday between 9 and 11 a.m. at the scout building at 121 N. Elm Street in Staunton. Please donate non-perishable, non-expired food items. The scouts' goal is to collect about 7,000 items that will be donated to the local food pantry. It takes a lot of volunteers to...
At the November Macoupin County Board meeting, the county's voting precincts were rebalanced to get to a more equal number of voters by a unanimous, bipartisan vote. Instead of the 61 precincts used in the 2021 election, the upcoming June 28th Primary Election will see 45 precincts. Macoupin County Clerk Pete Duncan, who developed the plan with the County Board, wanted voters to have some important points to remember about these changes. Every township will still have at least one precinct and one polling place. Some townships that had more...
CFU Lodge 217 will be having their Christmas party for the kids and 50-year member party on Dec. 12. This will be by RSVP only as they are limited in the number of people who may attend. If your child is an active member of the Nest (under the age of 18), they will receive a gift if in attendance. Please let Pat Seketa (217-835-4532) or Stephanie Dragovich (314-422-9227) know as soon as possible. Santa needs to have the elves make enough gifts. Since the elves are very busy this time of year, if they do not know by Nov. 27, they will not have...
By Nikki Tabor Social Security District Manager in Litchfield Approximately 70 million Americans will see a 5.9 percent increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2022. Federal benefit rates increase when the cost-of-living rises, as measured by the Department of Labor’s Consumer Price Index (CPI-W). The CPI-W rises when inflation increases, leading to a higher cost-of-living. This change means prices for goods and services, on average, are a little more expensive, so the cost-of-living a...
Vendors are wanted for the annual St. Paul UCC vendor fair and bake sale on Saturday, Dec. 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Eight-foot tables are available for $15 each. A bake sale and chili/hot dog lunch will be served during the day along with a craft and book for children. Call Pastor Debbie at 618-635-2386 to reserve a spot....
The Staunton Lions Club Secret Santa applications are available for pickup at Bill's IGA, the Staunton Public Library, and His Service Station for anyone who is in need of help for Christmas with toys and food certificates. All information is on the application. Please read it carefully for information needed....
Persons are considered innocent until proven guilty. In criminal actions, the person has been charged by a law enforcement agency but is entitled to a hearing or trial to argue his innocence. Marriage licenses Ethan Andrew Strain, St. Charles, MO.; Brandy Nicole Flores, St. Charles, MO. Divorces Jeannetta Jenkins, Virden; Chad Jenkins, Virden. Justin D. Houseman, Hettick; Danyle A. Houseman, Carlinville. Nicholas Pratt, Springfield; Whitney D. Pratt, Hettick. Court • David R. Scott, Jr., 33, Carlinville, faces a charge of domestic battery w...
Get in the holiday spirit this year with the Grinch 5k and 1-mile Fun Walk for Staunton High School Post Prom on Saturday, Dec. 4, at 8 a.m. The race starts on Main Street in front of Rooster’s Pub. With your $30 registration fee you will receive a long-sleeve Grinch race T-shirt, entry to the timed race, and doughnuts and milk or water after the race. The first 50 people to register also will receive a Santa hat. All ages are welcome. After the race, you will be able to enjoy some Christmas shopping at the local stores at Staunton’s Ann...
Reservations 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. 17 - Sloppy Joes on Bun*, Au Gratin Potatoes, Peas and Carrots, Peaches, Brownie Thursday, Nov. 18 - Potato Soup, Ham Salad Sandwich*, Three-Bean Salad, Plums,...
Applications are now being accepted by the Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) for the 2022 Conservation Achievement Scholarship program. The ICF annually awards scholarships to outstanding high school seniors in Illinois who demonstrate effective, voluntary, long-term dedication to the preservation, protection or enhancement of the state’s natural resources. Four scholarships of $2,000 each are available for the current school year. One of the scholarships is earmarked for a qualified applicant who is a dependent of a current employee of t...
Nov. 9, 2021: Juvenile; Disobeyed Stop Sign Nov. 11, 2021: Danielle M. Marinacci; In-State Warrant...
There will be a drive-up food giveaway on Friday, Nov. 9, at 12 noon while supplies last. This food giveaway is open to Macoupin County residents and no registration is required. There are also no financial eligibility requirements. The location is Cross Church in Carlinville located at 1030 W. Main Street....
Pet of the Week Benld Adopt-A-Pet's shelter at 807 Stewart in Benld is open Wednesday through Monday, except holidays, by appointment. Please call 217-835-2538....
Basketball season is opening now. This picture shows the Livingston High School team in 1946. Members of the team were (L to R) Rico Pellizaro, George Sawchak, Bill Augustine, Richard Fratick, Lawrence Isaacs, Richard Teeske, Paul "Moody" Spudich, David Allen, Robert Fech, and Leroy Marcuzzo. Frank Pedrotti and George Lesicko were the managers and A.W. Perne was the coach....
Welcome to the world of aphantasia By: Jill Pertler Ever feel lost? Welcome to my life. Quite literally. Ever since I can remember, I’ve had trouble with directions and all things spatial. I described myself as geographically challenged. I can’t find my way out of a paper bag. I used to routinely get lost in a familiar mall. I thought it was normal. I was right, and wrong, at the same time. I am normal, but not like most people. My normal involves living with a condition called aphantasia, which is the inability to voluntarily create a men...
Issue of Nov. 14, 1996 Twins, a girl and boy, were born to Jerry and Jamie Jeffers of Staunton on Nov. 3 at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield. Bill and Eileen Rhodes will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Nov. 8. Susan Basso Adcock of Greenville and Jeffrey Swift of High Ridge, Mo., were married in Greenville on Oct. 5. Hebenstriet Furniture in Benld ran an ad that they will be closing their store on Saturday after many years in business. Diane Simberger (61) of Staunton died Nov. 11 at the family home. Leona Morgan (89) of Staunton...
Stories from the files of the Staunton Star-Times in years gone by. Thursday, August 18, 1966 -- GOCKEL DISCUSSES SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION -- Jack A. Gockel, local architect who is in charge of the new construction at the Staunton schools, was in charge of the program at the meeting of the Staunton Rotary Club, held on Monday evening at the Zion school dining room. Mr. Gockel projected slides of the architect's models of the school complex, showing additions planned, on which construction has started. These additions include six new classrooms for t...