News

Donations Needed for FISH School Supplies; Applications for Supplies are Now Available

Published on June 30 2012 9:09 am

Deadline to apply for assistance is July 30

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Letter Sorting Machine to Shut Down at Effingham Post Office After Saturday

Published on June 29 2012 4:37 pm

It'll be a quieter post office after Saturday

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Extreme Heat Health Warning (UPDATED FOR THE WEEKEND)

Published on June 29 2012 2:36 pm

Scorching weather leads to need to take precautions, ban burning and more

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One Killed, One Critically Injured in Crash South of Effingham Wednesday

Published on June 27 2012 2:53 pm

Young man from Flora killed; accident leaves his brother in critical condition

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Ban on Open Burning in Area; Hot and Dry Conditions to Continue; Outdoor Youth Activities Being Cancelled

Published on June 27 2012 9:05 am

Burn Ban in Effect in Effingham and in the Shumway, Altamont, Dieterich, Teutopolis, Montrose, Edgewood Bi-County, Farina, St. Peter, Sigel and Watson Fire Protection Districts; Multiple Warnings Issued for Burning & Heat Illness. Don't Forget to Check on Pets and Neighbors.

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Fireworks Safety Tips from Fire Department

Published on June 28 2012 10:26 am

Tips for a safe and happy 4th of July celebration

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Two Youths Injured in Four Wheeler Crash

Published on June 27 2012 2:16 pm

A 15-year-old and an 11-year-old were injured

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Public Invited to View Saturn

Published on June 28 2012 10:44 am

Get a close up view Friday night

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Board of Appeals Grants Variance Request

Published on June 27 2012 2:50 pm

Variance will allow construction of a porch

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Effingham Performance Center Youth Theatre Camp Showcase is Thursday

Published on June 27 2012 2:07 pm

An opportunity for campers to show off what they've learned

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