Articles from the November 17, 2021 edition
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Staunton is gearing up for a special Christmas celebration
The Staunton Chamber of Commerce and the city of Staunton are busy making preparations for a very special Christmas in Staunton. After many activities had to be postponed or altered due to the...
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Shriners pork steak dinner
The Staunton Elbon Shrine Club held a pork steak dinner on Saturday. Shriners John Sharp (forefront) and Moe St. Arnault were just two of the members...
IDPH reports 22,600 new COVID Cases
On Friday the Illinois Department of Public Health reported 22,600 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 129 additional deaths since reporting on...
SHS Scholastic Bowl team wins tournament
Congratulations to the Staunton High School scholastic bowl team for their wins at the Southwestern Novice Tournament on Saturday, Nov. 6. Eight...
Collection for Scouting for Food is this Saturday
This Saturday, Nov. 20, local scout troops will be collecting food items for the annual Scouting for Food campaign. If you haven't received a bag at your house and would like to make a donation, food...
Macoupin consolidates precincts beginning with June 2022 primary
At the November Macoupin County Board meeting, the county's voting precincts were rebalanced to get to a more equal number of voters by a unanimous, bipartisan vote. Instead of the 61 precincts used...
CFU Lodge Christmas party planned
CFU Lodge 217 will be having their Christmas party for the kids and 50-year member party on Dec. 12. This will be by RSVP only as they are limited in the number of people who may attend. If your...
Social Security benefits increase in 2022
By Nikki Tabor Social Security District Manager in Litchfield Approximately 70 million Americans will see a 5.9 percent increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income...
Vendor, craft fair, bake sale at St. Paul
Vendors are wanted for the annual St. Paul UCC vendor fair and bake sale on Saturday, Dec. 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Eight-foot tables are available for $15 each. A bake sale and chili/hot dog lunch...
Secret Santa applications now available
The Staunton Lions Club Secret Santa applications are available for pickup at Bill's IGA, the Staunton Public Library, and His Service Station for anyone who is in need of help for Christmas with...
Macoupin County Courthouse News
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....
SHS Post Prom Grinch 5k and 1-mile Fun Walk
Get in the holiday spirit this year with the Grinch 5k and 1-mile Fun Walk for Staunton High School Post Prom on Saturday, Dec. 4, at 8 a.m. The race starts on Main Street in front of Rooster’s P...
Nutrition Center
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)...
Apply now for conservation scholarships
Applications are now being accepted by the Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) for the 2022 Conservation Achievement Scholarship program. The ICF annually awards scholarships to outstanding high...
Staunton Police Blotter
Nov. 9, 2021: Juvenile; Disobeyed Stop Sign Nov. 11, 2021: Danielle M. Marinacci; In-State Warrant...
Drive-up food giveaway in Carlinville
There will be a drive-up food giveaway on Friday, Nov. 9, at 12 noon while supplies last. This food giveaway is open to Macoupin County residents and no registration is required. There are also no...
Adopt-A-Pet's
Pet of the Week Benld Adopt-A-Pet's shelter at 807 Stewart in Benld is open Wednesday through Monday, except holidays, by appointment. Please call...
Looking Back Photograph
Basketball season is opening now. This picture shows the Livingston High School team in 1946. Members of the team were (L to R) Rico Pellizaro,...
Slices of Life
Welcome to the world of aphantasia By: Jill Pertler Ever feel lost? Welcome to my life. Quite literally. Ever since I can remember, I’ve had trouble with directions and all things spatial. I d...
From Our Files
Issue of Nov. 14, 1996 Twins, a girl and boy, were born to Jerry and Jamie Jeffers of Staunton on Nov. 3 at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield. Bill and Eileen Rhodes will celebrate their 50th...
Days Gone By In Staunton
Stories from the files of the Staunton Star-Times in years gone by. Thursday, August 18, 1966 -- GOCKEL DISCUSSES SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION -- Jack A. Gockel, local architect who is in charge of the new con...
