Four Illinois Central Railroad crossings in Effingham have been closed since late afternoon after a collision involving a northbound freight train. Crossings are closed at St. Anthony, Jefferson, Clark and […]

James Richard “Wolt” Wolters, 78, of Effingham, IL, passed away peacefully at home on May 13, 2025. A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, May 23, […]

James W. “Jim” Bowlin, 84, of rural Effingham IL, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 […]

Clay County board members Tuesday discussed how to fill a vacancy on the board since Chris Rinehart left the board to serve as Mayor of Louisville. Mary Cisne was appointed […]

Cumberland County board members Tuesday awarded bids for reconstruction of the Hazel Dell Road. The roadway runs from Illinois Route 130 to Illinois Route 49 between Greenup and Casey. The […]