From Our Files

Issue of Feb. 17, 1999

Don Evans of Alton was sworn in as the new postmaster at Staunton on Feb. 12.

Fischer Insurance Agency merged with Prairie State Insurance Agency.

Madison-Macoupin Communications re-opened at its new location on Pearl Street.

Walt and Ruth Sievers celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Sept. 19, 1998.

Morris and Violet (Laakso) Bird celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Nov. 20, 1998.

Rodney and Debbie Russell celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on Oct. 19, 1998.

Lorene Kasubke (94) of Staunton died Feb. 10 at Community Memorial Hospital in Staunton.

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