Vera Blackwell, age 85, of Effingham, Illinois and formerly of Iola passed away peacefully at 7:53 am Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the Willowbrook Memory Support Residences of Effingham in […]

Robert Edward Wolters, Sr, 81, formerly a long-term resident of Effingham, IL died peacefully at his home in Jupiter, FL onApril 29, 2025. Born on June 17, 1943, to Richard […]

Effingham Water Authority trustees approved amendments to the lake’s short-term rental ordinance. Each of the amendments were approved. One concerned occupancy, clarifying the number of adults to minors; one concerned […]

Daniel Overbeck, 75, of Effingham, IL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. A funeral service will be held on Monday, May […]

Six people submitted letters of interest to fill a vacant seat on the Effingham City Council. Here are the letters submitted: JACOB NIEBRUGGE– “Effingham is a special place. Reflecting on […]

James Robert “Bob” Norris, 80, of Effingham, IL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. Private family services will be held at […]

Robert Eugene Meyer, age 75, of St. Peter, Illinois passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 3, 2025 at St. Peter’s […]