One of the many initiatives of Rotary International is improving literacy. On the local level, that involves support of educational instruction. The Study Shoppe, located south of Effingham Junior High […]

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Hans L. Kollinger, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who departed this world on March 22, 2026, at […]

Cynthia Amacher, 67, of Farina, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family, on Monday, March 23, 2026 at 10:08 pm. She was born March 27, 1958 in Bangor, Maine, to […]

Arlon Wayne Beccue, age 85, of Mason, Illinois, passed away Monday March 23, 2026, at his home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 26, 2026, at […]

Bill gives state authority to regulate homeowners and auto insurance premiums By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com Story Summary A bill giving the Illinois Department of Insurance authority to […]

Altamont city council members Monday approved a contract with Splechter Enterprises, the firm doing business as Feed the Crave Coffee and Roastery. The firm plans to use conex containers as […]