The Illinois State Police (ISP) is reminding motorists about school zone speed laws and sharing the road safely with buses as schools around the state prepare to open their doors for the new academic ...

The National FFA is proud to announce that Molly McCalla of Staunton has officially been named a national finalist in her Proficiency Award for sheep production. She has become one of the top four in ...

I do the Wordle each morning. For those of you living in a bubble, Wordle is a puzzle that gives you six guesses to find a five-letter word. Before we go any further, I have to get two things off my ...

by Blake Moore I want you to picture your dream vacation spot. For a lot of people, that means a beach villa close enough to stroll into town for dinner or coffee. Some picture the mountains, with ...

Gert is a university student from Estonia. He is doing a summer exchange program selling educational books and apps for families from young toddlers all the way to college prep. Gert has acquired his ...

On Thursday, Aug. 14, the Social Security Administration (SSA) proudly commemorates its 90th anniversary, marking its unwavering commitment to the financial security and dignity of millions of ...

The evening of Monday, Aug. 11, the council covered a wide range of agenda items during the meeting, from financial approvals and infrastructure updates to zoning decisions and new personnel ...

In her signature white Lane boots, multi-platinum superstar, critically adored singer/songwriter, in-demand headliner Megan Moroney stepped onto the Illinois State Fair Grandstand stage and into the ...

Pictured above from left to right are SHHC Board Members Don Thorn and Tony Banovz. The Campaign for Justice and Hope and the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois graciously awarded a grant to the ...

Staunton Unit 362 is a brand new American Legion Auxiliary Unit located in Staunton. Their goal is to support both the local Legion and VFW by supporting active military, Veterans and Veteran's ...

The Macoupin County Courthouse will soon begin a major heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) upgrade to improve comfort, energy efficiency, and long-term building preservation. The project ...

Mt. Olive’s Homecoming events, presented by Turner Hall, will take place on Aug. 29, 30 and 31 at JC Neimann Park in Mt. Olive. Mt. Olive’s annual homecoming will be full of different activities for ...