Articles from the August 2, 2023 edition
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'No man left behind' as local soldier is ready to touch U.S. soil after almost 80 years post WWII
Advanced science and a commitment to the American notion of "No soldier being left behind" is the reason why the Defense of POW/MIA Accounting Agency...
Gillespie man committed for 60 years
A Gillespie man on Wednesday was committed to up to 60 years in a state mental health facility after killing his mother in 2019. Macoupin County...
Chamber's set for busy fall schedule
The Staunton Chamber of Commerce has planned a very busy fall season for Staunton with plenty of activities. The Balloon Glow will be held Aug. 19. The Chamber still has an opening for another food...
Free Backpacks and Supplies
The Staunton Clergy Association is providing free backpacks and school supplies for Staunton School students in grades Kindergarten-8th Grade. These items may be picked up on Tuesday, August 8th from...
Eaton
Jesse H. Eaton III, 51, of Granite City, Ill., died on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at his residence. He was born Oct. 4, 1971, in LaGrange Park, the son of Marsha (Williams) Ponder and the late Jesse H.... Full story
Radanovich
John W. "Johnny" Radanovich was born on Feb. 27, 1921. Originally from White City, a small village west of Mt. Olive, he graduated from White City... Full story
Turner
Cole Brandon Turner, 40, of Brighton, Ill., died at his residence on Sunday, July 23, 2023. He was born Aug. 15, 1982, in Alton, to Cole Ward Turner and Valerie Bloodworth Shupenus. He married Brandie... Full story
Massey
Betty Ann Massey (nee O'Neal), 76, of Staunton passed away peacefully Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Arcola Health Center in Arcola, Ill. Betty was born... Full story
Hoog
Sandra Kay Hoog, 65, of Livingston, Ill., died suddenly on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Alton Memorial Hospital. She was born on Nov. 3, 1957, in Jerseyville to the late Andrew and Vera Almeta (Allen)... Full story
Edwards
Reba Edwards, 71, of Springfield, Ill., died July 24, 2023, at St. John’s hospital in Springfield. Reba was born in Litchfield to Hugh Campbell and Reba (Arnold) Campbell. On May 1, 1976, she m... Full story
Salter
William "Norman" Salter, Sr., 89, of San Diego, Calif., died Tuesday, July, 25, in San Diego, Calif. He was born Nov. 29, 1933, in Livingston, Ill. He was the son of Albert and Helen Salter. He... Full story
Remmert
Robert (Bob) Remmert, 87, died peacefully on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Liberty Village in Maryville, Ill. Bob was born Dec. 7, 1935, in Mt. Olive to Raymond and Louise Remmert. Bob grew up Benld... Full story
Archibald
Beth Ann (nee Russell) Archibald – Aug. 19, 1955 - July 22, 2023 Patient, kind and caring, understanding, and never judgmental. The most selfless soul... Full story
Historical society to meet
The monthly program of the Macoupin County Historical Society will be held Monday, Aug. 7, at 7 p.m. in the Ruyle Building on the historical society grounds at 920 West Breckenridge, Carlinville. The...
Memorials given to SEF
The Staunton Education Foundation would like to thank the following for memorials: In memory of Lois & Sam Sexton made by Sandra Horstmeyer; In memory of Linda Feyen Class of 1972 made by Alva & Jon...
Macoupin County Courthouse News
Marriage licenses Blake James Hayes, Hettick; Mira Elizabeth Oros, Hettick Noah J. Bertels, Mt. Olive; Taylor Leigh Oltmanns, Mt. Olive Divorces Amber C. Beasley, Girard; Ryan W. D. Beasley, Girard...
Strassenfest in Staunton is set for Sept. 16
The second annual Strassenfest in Staunton has been scheduled for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 16. The plans include food, refreshments, and music. Also, one of the most popular features from...
Chamber of Commerce in need of trucks for Balloon Glow
Plans are moving forward for the Balloon Glow in Staunton scheduled to be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 19th. Also, the Staunton Chamber of Commerce is still accepting food trucks and/or food...
Staunton Police Blotter
July 25, 2023: Suicidal Threat - Referred to Other Agency July 26,2023: Reported Child Abuse/Sexual Assault; Case Forwarded to Dept. of Children & Family Services July 27, 2023: Robert J. Zumwalt;...
Days Gone By In Staunton
Thursday, February 8 , 1923 -- VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT ORGANIZED -- At a meeting of those interested in the organization of a volunteer fire department in our city, held Friday evening, the first...
From Our Files
Issue of July 29, 1998 Wareco started extensive renovations including new gas tanks, islands and pumps. Six vehicles were vandalized at Tri Ford in Staunton on July 22. Equipment was also stolen....
