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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By: Rob Warnock and Lilla Szini The remote work revolution has been a transformational force. Worker surveys have been done multiple times over the course of the pandemic, as telework shifted from a temporary stop-gap measure to curb the spread of COVID-19 into an established workplace norm. In the latest survey, a gradual shift towards hybrid working arrangements has been identified (i.e., some days at home, some days on site) but less enthusiasm from younger workers about the remote economy. Our team conducted surveys in April and December...
We thank Chuck Ingle for sharing his photo of Hi Cafe Service Station attendants. Pictured (L to R) are John DalPozzo, Larry Mriscin, Chuck Ingle and Jim Johnson. Back in 1972 (50 years ago), John and Larry were working days while Jim and Chuck, who were still in high school, worked the afternoon shift....
Thursday, March 1, 1990 -- reading class puts penguins on parade -- What began as simply reading a book turned out to be a highly integrated learning project for students in Gayle Fellin's Chapter I reading class. Fellin, her 42 first through fifth grade students, and many helpers turned their classroom into a delightful display of information about penguins and their habitat. "It all started with reading 'Mr. Popper's Penguins,'" Fellin said. Then the project snowballed. She had seen an igloo made with gallon plastic jugs by someone in the Ill...
Issue of April 17, 1997 There were 28 juniors and seniors inducted into the Staunton High School Chapter of the National Honor Society on April 21. Danielle Stout and Timothy Ott were married Oct. 19, 1996, in Joliet. Jack W. Maxvill Sr. (52) of Staunton, formerly of Gillespie, died April 9 at Community Memorial Hospital. Hugh “Hutch” Doss Powell (57) of Staunton died April 8 at his residence. Gladys C. Huffman (81) of Staunton died April 11 at Community Memorial Hospital. Lillian Dow Binney (83), formerly of Staunton, died April 5 at St. Tam...
By:Jill Pertler It was time to do taxes. What a great day it was! Everyone loves taxes, especially when they have to pay in which I did, this year. (Did I mention it was a great day?) I’d let them sit for weeks, well, because I had to pay in and who wants to pay before they have to pay? But it was time. Almost mid-April and I had to get the job done. I hunkered down on a Saturday and vowed to crunch numbers and embrace the inevitable. (Many hours later) I was finished – all i’s dotted and t’s crossed – and was ready to e-file. In the words of...
Today’s high school students experience higher levels of stress and anxiety related to the big dance than their parents experienced, a behavioral health expert said. Those pressures range from over-the-top “promposals” to financial stress over designer formal wear, limousine escorts and extravagant dinners. They also include life-altering temptations to drink alcohol, take drugs or engage in sexual behavior on prom night, The prom tradition has become expensive – on average, a prom dress alone can cost in excess of $250 – and high pressure...
Brenda A. Bushman, 61, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at her residence on Thursday, April 14, 2022. She was born Oct. 19, 1960, in Canada to David and Elizabeth (Prieur) Palmer. She married Michael Bushman on June 19, 1982, in St. Louis, Mo. He preceded her in death on Oct. 22, 2021. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed bingo and watching the Cardinals and the Blues with her husband. She also enjoyed being with her family. She is survived by her children, Stephanie (Antonio Dunn) Bushman of Bunker Hill, Kristina (Gary Claxton) Bushman of Bunker Hill; g...
Eleanora M. Vesper, 102, of Staunton and Worden, Ill., died on Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at Heritage Health in Staunton. Born Sept. 9, 1919, in rural Worden, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Anna (Sassenberg) Brunnworth. She lived most of her life in Worden, later moving to Staunton. She was a lifelong, active member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Worden, a member of its Ladies Aid Society and choir, and was an avid quilter. She was also a member of Mt. Olive Senior Citizens Nutritional Center and a volunteer at Community Memorial Hospit... Full story
Were these the original "flower children?" We don't know what year this group of girls posed among the wildflowers but we are sure it was long before the 60s. This photo is one originally belonging to Norma Wathern and brought to us by Mary Beck....
Thursday, January 26, 1990 -- Staunton Recyclers seek Answers to waste disposal -- Visiting a neighboring town, a Staunton recycler spotted a nice accumulation of glass. When asked if it was spoken for and offered to take it off the owner's hands, the recycler was asked what he would do with it. There followed a description of Staunton Area Recycling. Such a scenario will surely be repeated many times in the future. Recycling is not the only answer to solid waste disposal. However, at the present time Staunton Area Recyclers believe it is the...
Issue of April 10, 1997 Shelby Embry, 5-year-old daughter of John and Denise Embry of Staunton, was honored by the Illinois Air National Guard with the Young Hero Medal of Honor. Shelby demonstrated exceptional courage and bravery in the face of a life-threatening illness. She was nominated by one of her pediatric cancer nurses. Bill and Ilene Henke of Staunton will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on April 13. Louise M. Chura (69) of Staunton died March 31 at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield. Norma L. Wathern (91) of Staunton died...
By: Jill Pertler The birds outside my bedroom window go crazy every morning. I love it. They wake up – sometimes one by one, other times as groups - all with something to say, something to contribute. Perhaps they are calling out to friends or family; perhaps they are marking their territory or chasing squirrels from their nest; perhaps they simply like to hear themselves sing. It doesn’t matter to me. I just like the music – and or – noise they make. Because when they all chirp and tweet and whistle and trill and screech and caw and and hoo...
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Fatigue and exhaustion are often discussed in terms that characterize the physical effects that they have on the body. However, mental fatigue can be just as draining as physical exhaustion, even if its symptoms are not as evident as achy muscles or tired feet. The online medical resource WebMD notes that mental fatigue typically arises when individuals focus on mentally challenging tasks for extended periods of time. Many individuals also experienced mental fatigue during the pandemic. Pandemic-related restrictions forced individuals across...
This photo was brought to our office by Esther A. Foulke of New Douglas many years ago. It was taken in the Mid 30s of Hazeldell School students and their teacher Lamoine Foulke. Students are identified as: (Back row, L to R) Marion Bononi, Lorraine Blom, Elroy Bloemker, Eileen Best, Jean L'Hommedieu, Erna Sievers, Gene Phillippe, Emogene Bloemker, Evelyn Loeh; (middle row) Evrett and Bryson L'Hommedieu, Mackie Libbra, Loren Best, Harold Loeh, Charles Voyles; (front)W. NormanVoyles, Lloyd Best...
Thursday, January 18, 1990 -- Work continues on Sewer, water lines -- Mild winter weather has allowed work on the city sewer project and water line leaks to continue. Earlier this week Rust Company was laying part of the new sewer line on West North Street. In the process, traffic on certain connecting streets was prohibited. North Huston Street from West Main to West North Street was closed. Franklin Street from Miller Drive to West North Street was closed. Deneen Street was closed from Kay Lane to West North Street. Also West Macoupin Street...
By: Jill Pertler Grief teaches me new lessons every day. I think writing about them is important, because grief is a topic many of us shy away from. It’s uncomfortable. It’s beyond that. It’s terrifying. Because here’s the truth that none of us wants to hear: If you love someone, there is very huge chance one of you will grieve the other at some point. Love culminates in grief. We pretend this isn’t true, but there is no dodging the bullet. Grief is a sniper. And that sniper got me. But, if my experience and insight can help one person, t...
Issue of April 3, 1997 Mike Johnson was elected mayor of Staunton. Other city officials elected were city clerk Marilyn Herbeck, city treasurer Gina Lotter and aldermen Dave Hall (Ward 1), Brad Varwig (Ward 2), Glenn Sies (Ward 3) and Paul Hering (Ward 4). Those elected for Staunton Township were Joe Spudich, township supervisor; Dorothy Beyer, township clerk; Linda Schubert, township assessor; Robert Caldieraro, highway commissioner; and trustees, Harry “Tuck” Odorizzi, Joe Seketa, Ron Dustman and George Moore. Christine Osterman and Bre...
As we continue to weather this winter season, and as outdoor activities are few and far between, health care professionals want to remind you to keep moving, despite the season. According to a large-scale study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), inactivity can be worse for you than smoking, diabetes or having heart disease. Researchers studied more than 122,000 patients who underwent treadmill training over a 23 year span. The data showed that those who lived sedentary lifestyles had an exponentially higher ris...
Our photo this week is one taken by Cathy Crook for the Star-Times at the 1998 SHS Homecoming Play. Actors and actresses are identified (L to R) as Joel Hawley, Nicole Ziglar, Brad Bond, Wendy Mahota, Clark Kays, Derek Spudich, and Rhiannon O'Neal....
Last weekend I dove headfirst down a deep rabbit hole. And, as those of us with rabbit hole experience can attest, once you hop in there is no going back. It started innocently enough, as most rabbit hole ventures do. I recently got a haircut and have decided to embrace my naturally wavy/curly, albeit fine, hair. I have a lot of hair, but its baby-fine texture sometimes makes volume an issue. Curls require volume, so I hit the Google with “Best shampoo for curly fine hair,” which resulted in numerous websites with lists of the best pro...
If you are the parent of a young child, chances are you have dealt with picky eating at some point. Maybe your child only likes one type of food or refuses to eat at dinner time – whatever the case might be, getting your child on a healthy eating track can seem daunting at times. But when does picky eating become a concern? A well-balanced diet is crucial for one’s overall health – especially during their childhood years when they are still growing and developing. Dr. Safiat Amuwo, an OSF HealthCare pediatrician, says healthy eating habit...
Issue of March 27, 1997 Twin daughters were born to Alex and Theresa (Tun) Radae of Glen Carbon on March 6. Rudolph T. “Rudy” Preloger (86) of Staunton died March 22 at Community Memorial Hospital. Jesse L. Gragert (68) of New Douglas died March 23 at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis. Esther Gurick (82) of Gillespie died March 18 at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield. Robert Haegele (25) of Alhambra died March 18 at his home. M.K. “Slim” Clemons (72) of Livingston died March 22 at Faith Countryside Homes in Highland. Fern Rose Tr...