Barbara J. Koester
BARBARA J. KOESTER, 75, of Evansville, Illinois, passed away Friday, October 25, 2024 at Randolph County Care Center, Sparta, Illinois. She was born to the late Ernest and Evelyn (nee Miller) Sauerhage on May 31, 1949 in Belleville, Illinois. Barb married Floyd Koester on May 29, 1971 at St. John Lutheran Church in Sparta, Illinois;…
Read MoreNGW Moves Forsaken to Highland, Crowns New Champions
By Zachary Daum [email protected] Due to unforeseen circumstances, NGW Wrestling’s “Forsaken” event, originally slated for the Leu Civic Center in Mascoutah, was relocated to the Madison County Expo Hall in Highland, Illinois for this one night only. NGW released a statement explaining the decision, citing the need to accommodate repairs at the Leu Civic Center…
Read MorePublic Camping Ordinance Passes; Streets Made One Way at Mascoutah Council Meeting
By Zachary Daum [email protected] The Mascoutah City Council met on Monday, October 21 at 7:00 PM for their regular meeting. There were no public comments. In reports and communications Mayor Pat McMahan commended the Fall Fest and said that it was well attended. He congratulated the Mascoutah Chamber of Commerce. Councilman Jack Weyant also…
Read MoreDale Owen Elbe
Dale Owen Elbe, 87, of Mascoutah, IL born Jan. 20, 1937, in East St. Louis, IL died Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, at Silver Creek Assisted Living in Mascoutah. Dale was a retired owner and operator of a trucking distribution company for many years. He was a member of Holy Childhood Catholic Church, Mascoutah, IL and…
Read MoreDonna E. Grodeon
Donna E. Grodeon, nee Legler, 90 of Mascoutah, IL, born Feb. 5, 1934, in Mason City, IA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, at Brightly Senior Living in Mascoutah. Donna worked alongside her husband, Keith, for over 50 years at State Farm Insurance in Mascoutah and her greatest joy was spending time with…
Read MoreMascoutah High School Book Machine Demonstration
On Monday, October 7, the Mascoutah School district saw the unveiling of the new “Book Nook” vending machine, part of a district-wide initiative to boost literacy. After a ribbon cutting ceremony, a faculty member demonstrated how the machine worked. Holding a gold-colored token, she placed it into the coin slot, and with a quiet whir,…
Read MoreMascoutah Police Department’s National Night Out 2024 Brings Community Together
By Zachary Daum [email protected] On Tuesday, October 1, 2024, visitors to Mascoutah’s Scheve Park celebrated the annual National Night Out event. Sponsored by the Mascoutah Police Department and supported by local businesses and organizations, this year’s event attracted a large crowd of families and residents eager to engage with first responders, enjoy free activities and…
Read MoreSandra L. Haffner
Sandra L. Haffner, nee Etling, 78, of Belleville, IL, born May 10, 1946, in Belleville, IL, died Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, at St. Paul’s Senior Community, Belleville, IL. Sandra was a retired cosmetologist after 35 years of service and worked for Adams Auction Service. She was a member of St. John United Church of Christ…
Read MoreLucille Elizabeth Kistner
Lucille Elizabeth Kistner, nee Lanter, 97, formerly of Fairview Heights, IL, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at Oak Hill Skilled Care, Waterloo, IL. She was born January 13, 1927, to Julius and Louisa, nee Wilhelm, Lanter, in Mascoutah, IL. Lucille married her beloved Norman Kistner on September 11, 1948.…
Read MoreJo Ann Shaffer
Jo Ann Dorothy Shaffer, nee Fohne, age 78, born November 24, 1945, passed away on October 6, 2024 at her home in Lebanon, Illinois. Jo Ann loved life and embraced each moment, living to the fullest. She cherished spending time with her children and grandchildren. She fought long and hard since her original diagnosis of…
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