The Cross Foundation hosted its 24th Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner on October 6 at the Effingham Event Center, honoring more than 150 volunteers who serve as greeters and members of […]
Author: Greg Sapp
Stephen died the evening of Tuesday, October 14
Eastern Illinois University is facing a reduction in staff. EIU President Jay Gatrell announced in an email Tuesday morning the elimination of 17 staff positions and the non-renewal of 23 […]
The City of Effingham and Effingham County have each officially declared Wednesday, October 15 as Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day. City Mayor Mike Schutzbach and County Board Chairman […]
Members of the Effingham County Board’s Legislative Committee Tuesday discussed an advisory referendum regarding a Federal scholarship tax credit. County Board Chairman Josh Douthit said the measure would have no […]
Cowden-Herrick school board members voted to approve a proposal from Upchurch and Associates to replace the Cowden-Herrick Elementary School roof. The Board approved a high school science field trip to […]
The Effingham Water Authority has announced the burning of leaves and landscape waste is permitted at Lake Sara between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. NO BURNING IS […]