Joy Frances Thomas, 86, formerly of Stewardson and Strasburg, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026, at Heartland Senior Living in Neoga. She was born on October 15, 1939, […]

Effingham County Clerk Michelle Kollmann has announced that voters can cast a ballot prior to the November 3, 2026 General Election beginning on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Early Voting will […]

Effingham Public Library board members Monday discussed the annual fund drive and outdoor enhancements that the fund could finance. Library Director Amanda McKay said the area targeted for improvements is […]

County Treasurer Deb Ruholl said the due date for the first installment of Effingham County property taxes for 2025, payable in 2026, is Friday, September 25th. The second installment is […]

Gov. JB Pritzker speaks at an event at the Illinois Governor’s Mansion in Springfield on Aug. 11, 2026. State Senate President Don Harmon and House Speaker Chris Welch look on […]

(McCLURE) State Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield) is once again being recognized by a statewide organization for his support of pro-growth policies that help businesses thrive and create good-paying jobs. “If […]