Jasper County board members heard of progress on the new Health Department building. Members heard work is completed on the east end of the building, and the Department has begun […]

Judge Wesley Gozia of Salem has announced his intention to seek election as a Republican to the 4th Judicial Circuit in 2026. The vacancy was created by the retirement of […]

Gov. JB Pritzker is leaving the door open to changing Illinois’ congressional maps to “counterbalance” an attempt by Texas politicians to add more Republican seats to the U.S. House. The […]

The 81st Effingham County Fair is almost here. The fair will run from July 26-August 2. Here are some day-to-day highlights of the events at the fair: SATURDAY, JULY 26– […]

The Effingham Knights of Columbus donated $500 to the Catholic Charities “Pack the Bus” Event. Pictured for the check presentation are (l to r) Catholic Charities Community Services Coordinator, Nick […]