Staunton Star - Times - Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years

The planning that started months ago along with all the follow-up work to make it happen comes together this Friday, Dec. 3. The tree lighting events in Staunton are officially open from 4 to 8 p.m....

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...

The Staunton High School FFA will be sponsoring their annual Stuff-A-Bus toy and food drive on Saturday, Dec. 4, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. You are asked to bring non-perishable food items or unwrapped...

Staunton Chamber of Commerce members will run their Christmas Passport program on Saturday, Dec. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. during the Snack with Santa event and the Main Street Craft Fair in...

The Staunton Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a “Home for the Holidays, 2021” decorating contest. Registration to be a part of this competition is open until Dec. 12 and the rules are simple. 1. The...

The Community Christmas Concert will be held this year on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 5, at 3 p.m. at St. Paul United Church of Christ, 225 S. Laurel Street in Staunton. This year's concert will feature...

Just for fun – on Saturday, Dec. 4, everyone in Staunton, resident or visitor, is invited to Zion Lutheran School’s gymnasium to vote for their favorite Christmas tree on display there. Zion inv...

During a ceremony held on Nov. 11, Blackburn College inducted its newest members in the College's honors society chapters. Area students who were honored are Josephine Manar of Bunker Hill, Alpha Chi...

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...

Come experience a journey to Bethlehem to see the Christ child. Due to Covid 19 upticks, the annual live nativity will be a drive through event. It will be held on Sunday, Dec. 5, from 6 to 7 p.m....

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)...

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...

Nov. 24, 2021: Timothy D. Garrett; Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle, No Valid Drivers License Nov. 25, 2021: Blaine Fritz; Speeding (Radar)...

The Mid-State Collectors Club will meet at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 8, at Maverick Steaks and Spirits restaurant in Litchfield. Attendees are asked to arrive early and eat dinner before the meeting...

The Women's Council of St. Michael’s Church will sponsor their fall holiday sale on Saturday, Dec. 4, from 9 a.m to 2 p.m. It is being held at St. Michael’s gym in conjunction with the special Chr...

Stories from the files of the Staunton Star-Times in years gone by. Thursday, September 1, 1966 -- GOING UP -- The new steeple which is part of the remodeling project at the First Methodist church in...

Issue of Nov. 28, 1996 The road names for Macoupin County were posted in the post office that will take effect with the implementation of 911. A Staunton woman, Kelly N. Ellis, hit a patch of ice...

By: Jill Pertler A year ago today I woke up being someone’s wife and went to bed a widow. My life changed forever that day. And, I guess it’s been changing ever since. I honestly never con...

* Got plastic packaging that's a pain to get open? Use your can opener. Run it around the sides to break into your packages. * For every side dish that requires extra preparation time, plan for one...