The Effingham County 911 Board re-elected its officers for another term Tuesday. Returned to office were Chairman David Campbell, Vice-Chairman Paul Kuhns, and Secretary-Treasurer Jake Buhnerkempe. Board members discussed the […]
Author: Greg Sapp
Hunters in Illinois took a preliminary total of 81,225 deer during the seven-day 2025 Illinois firearm deer season that concluded December 7. Comparatively, hunters harvested 82,496 deer during the 2024 […]
Effingham Park Board members passed their tax levy for the coming fiscal year Monday. Park District Director Jeff Althoff said the levy totals $1,650,000…up slightly from last year. The Board […]
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois announced Monday the results of a fugitive roundup effort jointly handled by federal and state law enforcement agencies. The operation […]
School districts have to conduct a health and life safety survey of its buildings every 10 years. Problem areas are identified and steps to address those areas are taken. Unit […]
Effingham County Board members Monday approved a three-year contract with circuit clerk employees. The agreement with FOP members include raises of 3%, 3.5%, and 3.5%. It also includes a starting […]
The Effingham High School Competitive Cheer Team competed in the Highland Invitational on Saturday. The squad took first place honors in Large Varsity Game Day, and third place in 1A […]