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Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Advisory Committee unanimous finding that Donanemab (Eli Lilly) is effective for the treatment of early Alzheimer’s Disease. If approval is granted by the FDA, donanemab will be the second traditional approval of an Alzheimer’s treatment that changes the underlying course of the disease, and the third FDA approval overall in this class of treatments. The Alzheimer’s Association and members of the Association’s Early Stage Advisory Group each submitted comments urging the Advisory Committee to recomme...
BY KATIE DRUMMOND Girl Scout Unit 107 held a Twilight Camp the week of May 27 through May 31, 2024 at Camp Hugh in Bunker Hill. There were approximately 100 Girl Scouts who attended the camp plus volunteers and leaders. At camp, the Girl Scouts applied their Girl Scout Promise to daily camp activities. The troop honored all service men and women by reciting the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of every day and singing TAPS at the end of every day. The Girl Scouts climbed a rock wall,...
4-H poultry members participated in the 2024 4-H Poultry Show on Friday, June 7. Members were rated on their animal’s physique, care, as well as general knowledge of the species. Each member was able to complete conference judging and share about their poultry projects. Members participating in the 4-H Poultry Show were: Aaron and Abigail Mayfield of Livingston, Lane Gowin of Medora; Savanna Siglock, Wyld Gilmore, Olivia Hubrich, and Sadie Roberts of Carlinville; Nolen Pate of Staunton; M...
This summer Zion Lutheran School in Staunton will host Summer With A Purpose (SWAP) camps. Zion offers both fun and educational camps to children entering Kindergarten through age 11. Camps are held Monday-Thursday from 1 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. throughout the summer and are taught by Zion’s certified teaching staff. Each camp costs $45 and registration forms must be received by the Wednesday prior to the week of a camp, so that adequate supplies may be purchased. Registration forms may be obtained at Zion Lutheran Church or School and at the S...
Macoupin County 4-H members had the opportunity to display their tractor driving skills at the 4-H Tractor Operator’s Contest held on Thursday, June 13 at the Macoupin County Fairgrounds. The tractor driving contest consists of a written knowledge test about tractor safety and maintenance, parts identification test, safety inspection, and a driven course requiring the 4-H member to use their tractor operating skills. The contest consists of a junior division, which is 10-14 years old, and a s...
Lewis and Clark Community College has been awarded $346,762 in grant funds from the State of Illinois to start an Avionics program, which will address a critical skills gap in local industry. “We are excited to be able to offer new career training opportunities in up-and-coming fields like this one,” said Vice President of Academic Affairs Sue Czerwinski. “Not only are we preparing students for a rewarding future; we’re also filling an industry need in and around the Lewis and Clark Community College District.” The program, called “Avionics...
University of Illinois Extension of Macoupin County will be offering the state mandated Certified Food Protection Managers class and exam. The Illinois Department of Public Health Food Sanitation Code (section 750.540) requires food service establishments to be under the operational supervision of a certified food protection manager during hours of operation. Certificates need renewal every five years and class attendance is mandatory to sit for the exam. The course will be offered twice in July: A two-day course on July 25 and 26 from 9 a.m....
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is looking for volunteer citizen scientists to assist with wild turkey brood surveys to aid biologists in monitoring turkey population trends and reproductive success. Summertime is when young turkeys are hatching, and by counting them and adult females, biologists can assess trends in reproductive success and survival of young turkeys. Biologists also count male turkeys to estimate total wild turkey abundance, male-to-female ratios, and adult survival. Participants are asked to report young...
Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) Acting Director Mary Killough is reminding Illinoisans of when and how to report suspected cases of abuse. “Elder abuse is a devastating and often hidden reality that affects thousands of older Illinoisans,” said IDoA Acting Director Mary Killough. “But none of us are powerless in the fight against abuse. The first step toward prevention is to educate ourselves and others about what elder abuse is, where it happens, and how to recognize and report it.” Elde...
The Illinois State Fair Box Office opens for in-person ticket purchases Monday, June 3. Regular box office hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Tickets are also available online using www.ticketmaster.com. For one day only, June 3, all in-person buyers of Grandstand tickets are entered into a drawing to win two pre-show tickets. In addition, any in-person buyers of Fairytales on Ice tickets on June 3 will get one Illinois State Fair gate admission ticket for every ice show ticket purchased, making entrance to the fair free. In...
The Fifth Annual Tori Carroll Memorial 5K Or 1-Mile Fun Run will be held at the track located at Staunton's High School on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, at 8 a.m. For any community members and local area businesses wanting to participate as a Sponsor for the Tori Carroll Memorial 5K Or 1-Mile Fun Run, the Sponsorship fee is $50. The Sponsor names will be put on the back of the event shirts, however, this does not buy a shirt. The entry and shirt fees are separate. To become a Sponsor, send the the following information: Company Name (as it will...
Macoupin County Public Transportation will be traveling to the Zoo, Grants Farm and Shopping in Fairview Heights. Don’t miss out on these trips, trips are open to everyone. The upcoming trips are scheduled: June 20 they will be going to Grant’s Farm. Grant’s Farm is a historical and long-standing landmark in Grantwood Village, Mo., built by Ulysses S. Grant in 1903. Thursday, June 27 they will be in Fairview Heights for shopping. Call the office for pickup location. (217) 839-4130 to reserve a seat. The cost is $20 per person (ride cost only, d...
Hummingbirds are unlike any other bird. Spanning the Americas with over 330 species, hummingbirds belong to Trochilidae, the second-largest bird family in the world. However, only the ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus colubris) inhabits the Midwest. This hummingbird migrates south in late summer, with the males migrating first, typically in August. Before the non-stop flight to overwintering sites, this bird needs abundant food sources to fuel its journey to Florida, Texas, Central America, or Mexico. Often, hummingbirds prefer open...
"Change is hard because people overestimate the value of what they have and underestimate the value of what they may gain by giving that up." This is a quotefrom a book created and written by James Belasco and Ralph Stayer. As the prospect of a new school or, depending on what's voted on, inevitably some form of action arises, both students and parents are faced with a myriad of considerations. The idea of a fresh learning environment, potential for new friendships, and broadened perspectives...
On Friday, June 7, 2024 Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded the Fosterburg Water District a low-interest loan of $4.2 million to improve clean water distribution to rural households in Madison and Macoupin Counties. The funds were approved through USDA Rural Development’s Water and Waste Disposal Loans and Grants Program. Congresswoman Budzinski said “ I’m glad to announce that the Fosterburg Water District will be receiving a $4.2 million low-interest loan as they work towa...
During the Monday, June 10, 2024 city council meeting, in Correspondence, the city received a letter from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) notifying the city that Staunton's OSLAD Grant Application was below the level of funds available, so as a result, the City of Staunton will not receive any funding. The city received an email from Staunton Fire Department representative Ben Clark requesting to close Park Lane, Luker Street and Bell Street on Saturday, June 29, 2024 from 3 to 5 p.m. to alleviate congestion at the end of...
After months of construction on Main Street in Staunton and dealing with the Gensing Creek Box Culvert, there's nothing left to do besides stare at the beautiful work done by the city workers for this project. On Monday, June 10, 2024, Mayor Craig Neuhaus had amassed a rather large crowd on all sides of the street so that they may witness the official Ribbon Cutting that this city and community have patiently waited many months for. Neuhaus was quoted saying "I want to give thanks to the...
The Fifth Annual Tori Carroll Memorial 5K Or 1-Mile Fun Run will be held at the track located at Staunton's High School on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, at 8 a.m. For any community members and local area businesses wanting to participate as a Sponsor for the Tori Carroll Memorial 5K Or 1-Mile Fun Run, the Sponsorship fee is $50. The Sponsor names will be put on the back of the event shirts, however, this does not buy a shirt. The entry and shirt fees are separate. To become a Sponsor, send the the following information: Company Name (as it will...
Staunton's senior citizens' meeting welcomes all seniors 55 and older to join on the first and third Thursday of each month. The June 6, 2024 meeting was called to order by President Geri Cook at 1 p.m. There were 19 people in attendance. The Lord’s Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance were recited. There were no visitors or new members at this meeting. Beth Cherry, Director of Business Development for Summit Healthcare supplied reusable bags for members. The Luncheon for the next meeting on June 19 will begin at 12:30 p.m. There is also a New Y...
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. Call local center to learn about events and activities. Make checks payable to: IVEDC PO Box 431, Jerseyville, IL 62052. Wednesday, June 12 – Unstuffed Green Pepper Casserole, Garlic Bread, Green Beans, P...
Like soft toed slippers, the world of children falls so gently into time. Here chosen guides are called to dedicate themselves to all that's beautiful within the small one's soul, so eagerly moving-in life. As love begins there in a garden gate that opens into joy, and where Faith and trust as spoken once the Master's footsteps passes by. I found this so in the children's prayer. The night was long and had no mind to pray and so in faith and my own soul's peace I simply said, "Now I lay me down to sleep. Pray the Lord my soul to keep. If I...
Marriage Licenses Crystal Gail Zapata-Sanchez of Plainview, John Michael Ragusa of Plainview Devon Ross Passalacqua of Carlinville, Emily Christine Barr of Carlinville Cora Anne Gray of Carlinville, Andrew William Gill of Carlinville Isaac Jerry Snyder of Holts Summit, Mo., Madison Nicole House of Holts Summit, Mo. Dissolutions Joni Marie Trimm, of Cottage Hills, Ill.; Steven Curtis Trimm, of Carlinville Bradley J. Wilkens, of Carlinville; Kate M. Wilkens, of Carlinville Jason Gene Bedwell, of Palmyra; Kate Elizabeth Bedwell, of Palmyra Court J...
Lewis and Clark Community College has released the President's and Dean's lists for the Spring 2024 semester. Presented below will be the local area students that have been named to the President's and Dean's list. Students earning a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.75 or higher out of a possible 4.0 are named to the President's List. Those students earning a G.P.A. average between 3.25 and 3.74 are recognized each semester on the Dean's List. Further requirements are listed in the college's online catalog at http://catalog.lc.edu. Questions should be...
June 3, 2024: Shawn M. McBride; In state warrant June 3, 2024: Dawn R. Smiddy; Speeding (Radar) June 4, 2024: Jacob C. Maguire; Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle and Cancel/Suspend Revoked Registration June 5, 2024: Walter A. Wallace; Discharge Air Rifle in City Limits June 5, 2024: Nicholas T. Crook; Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle and Expired Registration Sticker June 6, 2024: Matthew D. Knick; In State Warrant and Suspend Revoked Drivers License June 6, 2024: Charles R. Smith; Illegal Dumping at City Landscape Site June 6, 2024: Rowan M....
On Saturday, June 8, the Staunton American Legion Post 362 set up their grilling station in the parking lot of Duda Ace Hardware. Duda Ace, which is located at 500 W. Main St., in Staunton, is always proud and happy to let The American Legion fund-raise in their parking lot. Represented by seven individuals, Staunton’s American Legion Post 362 started selling Brats at 10 a.m. and they stayed in operation for service until they ran out of supplies. The funds from this fundraiser were donated a...