U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) has announced he has been confirmed by the House Republican Conference to serve another two-year term as chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. “It is a deep honor […]

  BY PETER HANCOCK CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS Illinois’ ban on assault weapons and large capacity magazines will remain in force, at least for the time being. Capitol News Illinois reports […]

Effingham Water Authority trustees are dealing with the departure of long-time Water Authority attorney Tony Siemer. Siemer notified the board at their November meeting that he is planning to retire […]

Jasper County officials are deciding whether to adopt a new county flag. Five designs have been selected along with the current flag. An online/in-person public survey is underway and will […]

Effingham Park Board members passed a tax levy for the new fiscal year at this month’s meeting. The measure totals $1,571,500. Park District Director Jeff Althoff said the levy is […]