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Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years
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The Social Security Administration announced on Thursday, May 16, the most popular baby names in Illinois for 2023. The names Noah and Olivia topped the list. The top five boys’ and girls’ names for 2023 in Illinois were: Boys: 1.) Noah; 2.) Liam; 3.) Oliver; 4.) Mateo; and 5.) Theodore Girls: 1.) Olivia; 2.) Emma; 3.) Mia; 4.) Sophia; and 5.) Charlotte Social Security began compiling the baby names list in 1997, with names dating back to 1880. Each year, the list reveals the effect of pop-culture on naming trends. In addition to each sta...
The Bob Price Memorial Scholarship awarded nine $1000 scholarships to students in Staunton (2), North Greene (1), Litchfield (1), Raymond (1), Jerseyville (1), and Father McGivney Catholic High School(1), and Southwestern (2) The scholarship is in memory of Master Sergeant Price and a way to continue his legacy of serving others by helping students fulfill their career dreams. Staunton recipients are Cole Sternickle and Sarah Wright. Cole plans to attend Lewis and Clark Community College and...
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is hosting a cicada-themed art show during the Illinois State Fair, and it’s going to be a scream. Illinois is the epicenter of a rare double cicada brood emergence this summer, and IDNR wants to commemorate the occasion with a public art show in Conservation World during the 2024 Illinois State Fair, Aug. 8-18.Anyone can participate. There will be a junior exhibit for youth 17 and younger, and an adult show for everyone 18 and older. Deadline to enter is Sunday, June 16, 2024. “There’s a tre...
The Staunton FFA Chapter has been ranked a National FFA Finalist, top 37 ag programs in Illinois, and the Section 15 Premier Chapter with the National Chapter Award. The National Chapter Award Program is designed to recognize FFA Chapters that actively implement the mission and strategies of the FFA Organization through events that build community, grow leaders, and strengthen agriculture. Staunton FFA was also named the Section 15 Winner and received a Gold Ranking in all areas of the National Chapter Award which include: Building...
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The primary purpose of the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (J.A.T.C.) and staff of the Training Department is to provide continuing education and training to Local 520 Journeypersons, Apprentices, and Referrals. Requests must be made online at www.oe520.org. Candidates will be required to upload a picture of their valid Illinois driver’s license for verification of minimum eligibility requirements. Eligible candidates will be scheduled to take the test in June. Minimum Eligibility Requirements include: Must be at least 18 years o...
The Bulldog Business Club announced its stock market winners and celebrated senior members at its last meeting of the year on Monday. Eliza Feldman and Blake Moore took home First Place in the stock market contest by returning 49.7% on their investments in NVIDIA (NVDA), The Metals Company (TMC), DexCom (DXCM), and Rivian (RIVN). This year’s senior members included (L to R) Katie Cook; Eliza Feldman; Kylie Lucykow; Lilly Burke; Jack Gagnon; Blake Moore; Victor Buehler; Thomas Ogata; Max E...
On Wednesday, May 8, 2024, Governor J.B. Pritzker announced that the State of Illinois has sold two series of General Obligation Bonds totaling $1.8 billion to provide funding for capital projects, this includs projects authorized under the Rebuild Illinois capital program and for accelerated pension payments pursuant to the state’s ongoing pension buyout program. “Once again, continued fiscal responsibility and discipline have paid off in a big way for the state of Illinois, funding essential state infrastructure programs and reducing pen...
L & W Mattress Direct- Winter Special: Twin Mattress, $159; Full $209; Queen, $249; King, by order only, $349. All mattresses except Kings are in stock and on sale at Mattress Direct. Located across from Walmart in Litchfield (217) 324-3636 12-tf FOR SALE: 2015 Lund 1675 Impact Sport fishing boat, one of a kind, customized in Green Bay Packer colors. Very low hours. Stored inside in winter, always, covered in summer. Includes trailer, trolling motor, GPS system, and 90HP mercury engine. $25,000, obo. Call 217-710-7319. FOR SALE: 2012 Chevrolet...
GARAGE SALE: 602 S. Madison St., Thursday, May 30, 1p.m. until 6 p.m.; Friday, May 31, 8 a.m. until 1 p.m.; Saturday, June 1, 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. For Ladies! Clothes for all seasons - sizes XL-3X, purses, costume jewelry, lots of scarfs, shoes 12w etc. Saturday, June 1, 50% off or more. 49-50p...
FOR RENT: Self Storage 10 x 10 and 8 x 20 Units and Fenced in Boat and Camper Storage Available at S & K storage. 1100 S.Union 618-635-5306 37-t...
RUBBER STAMPS and Marking Devices Available at Staunton Star-Times, 108 W. Main, Staunton tf SALES - PARTS- SERVICE: McCormick, LS Tractors, Grasshopper, Ferris Lawn Equipment, BIGHORN UTVs. Bodner Equipment, 1203 West Frontage Rd, 1-55 & Exit 41, Staunton, 618-635-5600 #33/y24 - #33/yr25p SERVICES: Tree Service, Fully insured and free estimates. (618) 315-4110 46-50...
WANTED TO BUY: Old 49CC Mopeds. Call Frank 314-320-8899 44-50p...
OUT FOR BID Replacement of gutters, soffit and painting of the blue north section of Village Hall. Can be bid separately. Detailed scope of work available at Village Hall. Submit bids to Livingston Village Hall, 601 Livingston Avenue. Call Tuesday-Thursday 8 a.m. to Noon @ 618-637-2100 by June 10, 2024. 48-49 ADVERTISEMENT OF SALE A public sale of storage unit contents will be held on June 1, 2024 at 9 a.m. located at 400 Harris, Staunton, Ill. The contents in Unit 32, are under the name Janet Lewsader; Unit N, are under the name of Terry...
On Friday, May 10, Madison Communications honored three teachers in the Annual Teacher of the Year Contest in Staunton, Ill. Rural broadband is more than making an Internet connection, it’s about connecting people and giving back to our local communities. This year marks the 19th year that Madison Communications has sponsored the Teacher of the Year Awards contest! Madison has proudly contributed over $30,000 to local area schools through this program. The Teacher of the Year program annually p...
On Saturday, May 4, 2024, Post Prom was held at Staunton's High School from 11 p.m. Saturday night until 4 a.m. Sunday morning. Over 100 kids participated in the event that was filled with food, games, prizes, and a good time for all. They even had a mechanical bull in place. Activities were set up in each of the three gyms and kids were able to move about throughout the night. Thank you to everyone who provided donations for the event and supported the committee throughout the...
On Thursday, May 9, 2024, Governor J.B. Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) awarded $1.7 million in grant funding to 40 small and mid-sized manufacturers across the state through the Made in Illinois Grant Program. The Made in Illinois program provides up to $50,000 in matching grant funding to local Illinois manufacturers to support innovation and strategic advancements in manufacturing. IMEC served as grant administrator for this program....
By Kelly Costa During Monday night’s city council meeting, the city received correspondence from the Staunton Area Honor Guard and Scout Troop 34. They will be honoring Veterans on Monday, May 27th at the Memorial Day Ceremony at the City Hall Complex at 11 a.m. They will also be making appearances that day at the Glenwood (8:30 a.m.), Livingston (9 a.m.), Old City Cemetery (9:30 a.m.), Heritage Health (10 a.m.), Memorial Park Cemetery (10:30 a.m.), Main Street (11 a.m.), Benld (1 p.m.), and Gillespie (2 p.m.). The city also received the 2024 p...
On Wednesday, May 8, State Senator Doris Turner (D-Springfield) released the below statement in response to the U.S. Postmaster General’s decision to move the Springfield Post Office’s distribution to St. Louis: “The decision to convert the Springfield Post Office into a local processing center is extremely disappointing and will have lasting effects on residents across Central Illinois. There is no reason for our mail to be diverted out of state, but sadly this is our new reality. “I joined hundreds of residents, postal workers and local e...
HSHS St. Francis Hospital located in Litchfield, Ill., is collecting worn and faded American flags through Wednesday, June 12. The collected flags will be disposed of in a proper flag retirement ceremony. Flag collection boxes are located in the main lobby of HSHS St. Francis Hospital at 1215 Franciscan Dr. in Litchfield, and in the hospital’s cafeteria. For more information, contact Mary Meyer at [email protected]. For more information about HSHS St. Francis Hospital, visit stfrancis-litchfield.org....
Educators are invited to join for the June 17 and June 18 Educator Agventure Summer Agricultural Institute from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Carlinville. Investigate Illinois’ number one industry, agriculture. While employing nearly 1.5 million people, agriculture generates more than $25 billion annually to Illinois’ economy. Come explore firsthand some of these many careers and aspects of the industry. They will help those in attendance learn how agriculture can help address the standards. During this institute, educators will try hands-on mul...
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, May 15 – Unstuffed Green Pepper Casserole, Garlic Bread, Green Beans, P... Full story
Happy Birthday, Mary E. Bruhn. Mary will turn 100-years-old on May 28, 2024. Mary’s family would like to invite any and all to help shower her with 100 cards. Her address is 215 W. Pennsylvania St., Staunton, Ill., 62088. Mary was married to Elmer Bruhn Jr. and they had three sons: Dale, Roy, and George. Before retirement she was employed at the First National Bank of Staunton....
The Illinois First Baptist Church located at 410 W. 3rd North St., in Mt. Olive, will be celebrating Pentecost Sunday on May 19, 2024. There will be three different times scheculed for services including the folloiwng: 9:30 a.m.; 10:30 a.m.; and 5 p.m. services. Acts Chapter Two will be the special text and special music will include "Holy Spirit, you are welcome here." Everyone is welcome in all services. For more information, call 217-299-0508....
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 Logan Thomas Falter of Witt, Rachel Anne Trimble of Witt Thomas Lee Burrow of Mt. Olive, Nancy Lea Niehaus of Mt. Olive Matthew Darwin Crays of Carlinville, Angela Marie Anderson of Carlinville Cole Edward Econie of Godfrey, Kyrstin McKenzie Coley of Godfrey Alexis Marie Freytag of Carlinville, Matthew David Robison-Harbaugh of...