A local man was sentenced to 18 months in prison for domestic battery. 49-year-old Aaron J. Doedtman of Watson had been placed on probation when his case was first concluded, […]

Eligible wheat producers interested in becoming a candidate for the Illinois Wheat Development Board can request nominating petitions beginning today, August 1. Those interested can obtain petitions from the Illinois […]

The 2024 real estate tax bills due and payable in 2025 are being mailed today, August 1, 2025 by the Effingham County Treasurer’s Office. The due date for the first […]

The Altamont City Council this week approved the city appropriations ordinance. The ordinance, placed on public display earlier, totals $9,288,651. Council members also approved a TIF development agreement with Andrew’s […]