Kennedy Rettig Peace, is a term that comes to mind when the holidays roll around. Christmas is a time to spread joy and bring unity to those around you. Family and friends come from far and wide to ...

The twenty little ones who were in attendance participated in games, storytime, and several art activities. There was also a ...

The Macoupin County Girl Scouts and Staunton Cub Scouts visited Staunton Health and Rehab Center on Monday, Dec. 15.

On Saturday, Dec. 20, SHS sponsored the third annual Special Olympics basketball game, sponsored by Kindly Savage. This ...

It was a productive week for the Staunton boys basketball team as the Bulldogs picked up three more wins, including a key ...

The regular December meeting of the Staunton Community Unit School District No. 6 Board of Education was held on Monday, Dec.

Meals on Wheels has released the menu for the month of January. Meal reservations must be made by 1 p.m. the day before the meal is to be delivered. Home-delivered meal recipients must register for a ...

Jill Pertler I grew up in the most loving of households. I can’t say enough about what wonderful parents my mom and dad both were. I never doubted for a moment that they loved me - unconditionally so.

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has issued its first-ever comprehensive report on how alcohol is used, and sometimes misused, by Illinois residents. The report, entitled “Alcohol Use ...

Kellie Frerichs, Managing Editor As the holiday season settles over the community with sparkling lights, family gathering and the familiar comfort of tradition, the Staunton Star-Times would like to ...

Clara Gray of Carlinville was named to the Dean's List at Olivet Nazarene University during the recently completed fall 2025 semester. To qualify for inclusion on the Dean's List at Olivet Nazarene ...

The Mt. Olive Christmas Festival ended the day of activities on Saturday Dec. 13, by honoring two civic leaders with the honor of lighting the huge Christmas tree in front of City Hall. In a unanimous ...