Illinois State Police have identified the man involved in a shooting incident in Effingham Sunday. He is 36-year-old Allen O. Gattino of St. Charles, Missouri. Gattino arrived at St. John’s […]
Author: Greg Sapp
Teutopolis village board members continue to move ahead with plans for a third Tax Increment Financing district. The Board passed a resolution scheduling a public hearing to consider the redevelopment […]
Grayson has served less than six months of a 20-year sentence for the murder of Sonya Massey Article Summary Grayson is seeking release from prison under Illinois’ Joe Coleman Act. […]
Midland States Bank has announced the promotion of Aaron Myers to Market President for the Effingham market and surrounding communities. In his new role, Myers will provide leadership to the […]
Richard Smith age 61, of Newton passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at his residence. A memorial gathering for the family and friends of Richard will be held from […]
Kathleen M. Connor age 72, of Trilla, Illinois passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Kathleen was born June 11, 1954 in Great Falls, Montana to beloved […]
A suspect was injured during an incident Sunday morning at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Effingham. Just before 9:30am, church security contacted Effingham Police Department to report a suspicious vehicle […]