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Currently at the police department if you know the owner.
05/29/2026

Currently at the police department if you know the owner.

Lost dog
04/20/2026

Lost dog

04/13/2026

This week, as we observe National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, we want to shine a light on the voices that provide hope and help during our community’s most difficult moments: our Staunton, Illinois Public Safety Telecommunicators.
In a small, close-knit town like Staunton, these professionals are more than just dispatchers—they are neighbors and guardians. While we see our police officers, firefighters, and EMS crews out in the streets, our dispatchers remain behind the scenes, serving as the critical first link in the chain of survival.
The Calm in the Chaos
When a resident calls dispatch, or 9-1-1 in Staunton, it is often on their worst day. Whether it's a medical emergency, a fire, or a call for police assistance, the dispatcher is the person who keeps their head while others are panicking. They must gather vital information, provide life-saving instructions over the phone, and coordinate a rapid response—all while maintaining a calm, steady voice.
The "Thin Gold Line"
Often referred to as the Thin Gold Line, telecommunicators are the glue that holds the emergency response system together. They ensure our first responders stay safe by monitoring their locations and providing them with the intelligence they need before they even arrive on the scene.
A Heartfelt Thank You
To the men and women under the headset in our local dispatch center: Thank you. Thank you for your patience, your focus, and your unwavering dedication to the safety of Staunton. Your work is often stressful and high-stakes, yet you show up every day to ensure that help is always just a phone call away.
We encourage everyone in the community to take a moment this week to recognize these "unsung heroes." A simple thank-you note or a message of support goes a long way in letting them know that their service does not go unnoticed.
Happy National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week to Staunton’s finest!

Staunton’s Finest
Rebecca Naecker
Bailey Moore
Jessica Staten
Mary Lipe
Brittany Floyd
Lori Frailey
Ed Hirschl
Wyman Markle
Kelly Struebel

Thank you Zion Lutheran church!!
04/05/2026

Thank you Zion Lutheran church!!

Thank you Zion Lutheran School Student Council and Students for the treats!!
03/05/2026

Thank you Zion Lutheran School Student Council and Students for the treats!!

Currently at the Police Department.Transferred to Macoupin County Animal Control.
03/04/2026

Currently at the Police Department.

Transferred to Macoupin County Animal Control.

Thanks Constitution Bank for the tray.
12/17/2025

Thanks Constitution Bank for the tray.

The Staunton Police Department wants to say a huge THANK YOU to J-N-F Tree Service and Matt Bertubin for taking down our...
10/09/2025

The Staunton Police Department wants to say a huge THANK YOU to J-N-F Tree Service and Matt Bertubin for taking down our old antenna's and putting up the new ones!!! Thank you for all you do!!

Lost dogAt animal control
10/08/2025

Lost dog

At animal control

Thank you Miss Macoupin County, Jr. Miss Macoupin County and Little Miss Macoupin County for the wonderful treats and no...
10/02/2025

Thank you Miss Macoupin County, Jr. Miss Macoupin County and Little Miss Macoupin County for the wonderful treats and note!!

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