The Reverend Robert L. (“Bud”) DeGrand, 74, of Sigel, Illinois, passed away at his home on March 19, 2026. Those who knew Father Bud will recall his fiery nature, his […]

Ron Harris, 79, of Effingham, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026. He was born on May 25, 1946, and lived a life marked by hard work, creativity, and a […]

Tony Richard Matlock, age 77, of Effingham, Illinois, passed away Monday, March 23, 2026, at Glenwood Assisted Living in Effingham, Illinois. Services will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026, […]

Jonathon K. “Jon” Holland, age 44, of Effingham IL, passed away on March 21st, 2026, surrounded by his family and many loved ones. Private family services will be held at […]

(ALEYDA MUNOZ) Effingham Noon Club Rotarians heard from two different Unit 40 program representatives in recent weeks. Aleyda Munoz is providing assistance to those where English is their second language. […]

Dona Jo (Newton) Anderson, age 74, of Louisville, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026, in Newburgh, Indiana. Dona was born on May 1, 1951, to Don and Joan […]

(HAVEN CASH) Haven Cash was selected as the State FFA Proficiency Winner in Ag Communications. Haven is a member of the North Clay FFA Chapter of the Illinois Association FFA.  […]