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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Prior to the regular meeting of the Staunton Board of Education on Dec. 20, a public hearing was held regarding the tax levy for 2021. Michael Kelly, the district’s interim superintendent, provided the members of the board and public a summary of the district’s prediction on the tax levy tentatively approved in November. Kelly outlined the need for the tax revenue, and he supplied a tax rate comparison with surrounding school districts. The Staunton district is the lowest in Macoupin County and the surrounding districts. The comparison sho...
A reindeer soars above the rear of buildings in the 200 block of West Main Street....
Jan. 6, 2021 Sen. Andy Manar of Bunker Hill announced he was resigning from the Illinois Senate on Jan 17 and would be accepting a position as senior advisor to Illinois Gov. Pritzker. Girl Scout Camp Chan Ya Ta located near Worden was sold by the Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois. Macoupin County Public Health Dept. started providing COVID-19 vaccine in phases designated by the Center for Disease Control and the IL Dept. of Public Health. Obituaries: Alan D. Best (71) of Staunton died Jan. 1; Edna Mae Cook (79) of Staunton died Dec. 20; Merle...
The Staunton City Council approved an ordinance authorizing the tax levy for the period of May 1, 2021, to April 30, 2022, at their regular meeting on Monday night. The ordinance authorizes the levy and collection of taxes for use by the city of Staunton. The amount of the levy is $658,613. The breakdown is: Insurance $145,000; Social Security $90,000; Recreation $17,000; IMRF $45,000; Band $1,000; and Library $76,000. The council also approved an ordinance for a zoning text amendment for the city of Staunton regarding camping trailers and...
Music trivia with Big Papa G will be held on Saturday, Jan. 15, at Concordia Hall at 709 South Union Street in Staunton. Doors open at 6 p.m. and trivia starts at 7 p.m. Cost is $15 per person with a maximum of 10 players per table. To reserve your table, send a text to Becky Painter at (618) 614-3121. There will be games, raffles, music, trivia, and more. The event is sponsored by the Staunton Sports Boosters....
The Staunton Star-Times office will be closed on Friday, Dec. 31, for the New Year's Day holiday. We urge advertisers to submit their copy to us by noon on Thursday to be included in the following edition of the paper. News items should also be submitted by email early, if possible, though we'll still accept news and classified ads until noon on Monday....
Benld Adopt-A-Pet's shelter at 807 Stewart in Benld is open Wednesday through Monday and closed on Tuesdays and holidays. Please call 217-835-2538 for an appointment....
Thursday, October 6, 1966 -- BURGLARS ENTER TWO LOCAL PLACES -- The staunton police department and the Macoupin county sheriff's office were investigating two burglaries which occurred some time after 11:00 o'clock Wednesday night of last week. Joe Spernoga and John Yarnik reported to Chief of Police William Bechem at 11:45 o'clock Thursday that burglars had entered the Columbian Club Hall during the previous night and took an undetermined amount of liquor and cash from the bar room. Entrance was gained through an east basement window....
Issue of Dec. 26, 1996 There was a string of burglaries from vehicles in Staunton on Dec. 14 and 15 between 11 p.m. and 2 a.m. During that time an estimated 40 cars were opened by three juveniles from the Alton area. The 1992 Pontiac belonging to Kenny Heigert was stolen by the same three and was later recovered in East Alton. Fern M. Kreyling (78) of Mt. Olive died Dec. 20 at St. John’s Hospice in Springfield. Issue of Dec. 27, 2006 The New Life Christian Fellowship building and two apartments in Hamel were destroyed by a fire at about 1 a...
By: Jill Pertler It’s that time of year. Out with the old, in with the new. It would be an understatement to say that I welcome the new. It would more of an understatement that I still mourn the old. But I’m getting there. It’s been a year of hardship for me as well as a year of healing. Mostly healing. When I look back to last January, I can honestly say I was walking around in a complete fog. It’s a wonder I got out of bed, much less wrote columns - which I did. I didn’t miss a one. I think meeting those deadlines helped in ways I didn’t un...
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 Mark Thomas Murphy, Girard; Susan E. Jackson, Girard. Divorces Brad A. La Rose, Swansea; Michelle, La Rose, Staunton. Anthony E. Osborn, Benld; Amber L. Osborn, Carlinville. Daniel L. Barrett, Kentucky; Jennifer M. Reuther-Barrett, Virden. Amee J. Walker, Gillespie; Samuel B. Walker, II, Jerseyville. William C. Hartman, Benld; Adrianne...
Dec. 21, 2021: David J. Yancik; Failure to Reduce Speed/Accident. Dec. 23, 2021: Nicholas A. Streeb; In-State Warrant...
Greenville University is pleased to name Alyssa McDaniel of Gillespie as a recipient of the Panther Preferred Scholarship. This $19,500 scholarship is offered for fall 2022 and is renewable annually. Alyssa demonstrates the qualities of character and service the University and scholarship sponsors look for when choosing a Panther Preferred Scholarship recipient. Panther Scholars: • Demonstrate passion and perseverance toward accomplishing a long-term goal. • Are diligent and show academic determination. • Value others and seek to serve those...
On Dec. 21 Benld Adopt-A-Pet and Santa Paws visited Staunton Elementary School for their annual donation collection. The children had been encouraged to bring supplies for the animals waiting for a forever home as they learn about compassion and giving. On behalf of the animals at Adopt-A-Pet, the staff thanks the children, teachers and parents for their contributions. This year was the largest collection of supplies....
Those interested in searching Macoupin County records for genealogy can now look at the indexes online, Macoupin County Clerk Pete Duncan announced recently. A searchable online index has been placed on his website allowing users to find if their relatives have records on file in Macoupin County. All birth, death, and marriage records prior to 1916 are available as part of the indexes. Duncan did remind those interested that the state did not require these records to be filed until 1916 so many times, no record was ever filed. If a record of yo...
The Illinois State Police (ISP) would like to remind the motoring public of the requirements of Scott’s Law, otherwise known as the “Move Over” law. When approaching an emergency vehicle, or any vehicle with their emergency or hazard lights activated, drivers are required to slow down AND move over. The Move Over Law was enacted in 2002 in memory of Lt. Scott Gillen of the Chicago Fire Department who was struck and killed on Dec. 23, 2000, by an intoxicated driver while assisting at a crash scene. In the last five years, the ISP has seen incre...
The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and more than 200 law enforcement agencies throughout the state are joining together to remind motorists that the most important gift they can give to friends and family is their safe arrival. During this busy travel time, law enforcement will be increasing its lifesaving efforts to keep impaired drivers off the roads and make sure that all travelers are buckled up. “The winter holidays are the perfect time to show your friends, family members and communities how much you care,” s...
The Illinois State Police Firearms Services Bureau is announcing several changes to the Firearm Owner Identification (FOID) Card program based on statutory changes to the FOID Act effective Jan. 1, 2022. New Cards - As FOID cards are replaced, new cards will be printed without expiration dates. Whenever a new FOID card is issued, if the cardholder has a valid Conceal Carry License (CCL), the cardholder will be issued a combined FOID and CCL card. When a FOID Card is suspended and the cardholder has a CCL, the CCL will be suspended until the...
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, Dec. 29 - Chicken Tetrazzini w/Vegetables, Garlic Bread*, Brussels Sprouts, Peaches, Krispy Treat Thursday, Dec. 30 - Beef and Noodles, Mixed Vegetables, Oranges, Dessert...
Brownies are one of North America's favorite baked treats. They actually are classified as a bar cookie rather than a cake, and the dessert earned its name from the deep, brown color of its main ingredient. Marbled Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies mix cheesecake with classic brownies. Marbled Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies Makes 12 3/4 cup unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa 1 cup superfine sugar 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup all-purpose flour Cheesecake mix: 1 cup...
James Franklin "Bulldog" Highlander, 55, of rural Staunton, Ill., died on Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, at his residence. He was born on Nov. 24, 1966, in Lynwood, Calif. He was the son of Dianna (Dillon) Schweppe and the late Norman Highlander. Jim worked as an over-the-road truck driver and was employed by T.D.S Trucking in Staunton. Jim is survived by his mother, Dianna Schweppe; daughters, Dianna Highlander, Brittany Schneck; granddaughters, Hazel Highlander, Allison Hawkins; brother, Norman... Full story
Erva Violet McMillan, 91, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at Hallmark Healthcare of Carlinville on Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021. She was born Nov. 16, 1930, in Vera to David Womack and Mary Gray. She married Glenn R. McMillan on April 12, 1947. He preceded her in death on May 8, 2017. She was a nurse’s aide for South Lawn Sheltered Care. Erva enjoyed quilting. She is survived by her children, Arthur McMillan of Quincy, Patricia (Randy) Miller of Bunker Hill; grandchildren, Brian (April) Tulgetske of Shipman, Kimberly (Ken) Kinsella of Fishers, Ind.; g...
Eldon Wayne Schmidt, 72, of Worden, Ill., died on Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021, at Alhambra Care Center in Alhambra. He was born June 7, 1949, in Highland, the son of the late George and Alma (Sievers) Schmidt. Eldon was a retired self-employed farmer. He was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hamel for many years. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Ann (Heine) Schmidt, whom he married on March 26, 1977, in Prairietown. He is also survived by his sister Carol (Paul) Prange of...
Rev. Larry C. Braman, Sr., 82, of Staunton, Ill., died on Friday, Dec. 17, 2021, at his residence. He was born on July 17, 1939, in Ravenden Springs, Ark., the son of the late William Marion and Linnie Francis (Patterson) Braman. He married Vivian Patricia "Pat" Brewsaugh on Oct. 8, 1955, in Hernando, Miss., and she preceded him in death on Sept. 18, 2018. He worked as an auto worker for General Motors for 30 years, then went into full-time ministry. In addition to pastoring at several area...