Merle G. Lang, 87, of Stewardson, IL passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at 4:47 a.m. at Heartland Nursing Home in Neoga, IL. Visitation will be held Saturday, July […]

With profound sadness and enduring love, we announce the passing of Ann Marie Gurule-Koester, age 57, of Los Lunas, New Mexico. Our Heavenly Lord called Ann Marie to her Eternal […]

Shelby County Board members approved increases in the salaries of the state’s attorney, public defender and sheriff for the coming term. Under the increases instituted by the State, the State’s […]

One of Effingham Noon Rotary’s favorite programs each year is provided by Dr. Mike Sehy. The program always is tied to language and puzzles. The July 16th program had club […]

While on routine patrol, a Mattoon police officer smelled smoke in the area. The officer was able to locate the source of the smoke coming from 2804 Pine. The Mattoon […]

Date: 7/15/2025 UNSAFE WATER ALERT City of Mattoon water is again possibly contaminated with (Microcystin) a Harmful Algal Bloom DO NOT DRINK YOUR WATER Failure to follow this advisory could […]