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 […]
Author: Greg Sapp
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 […]
Jason Dean Vollmer, 55, of Effingham, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Memorial services will be held at 3:00 […]
John Keith Tucker, 79, of Effingham, IL, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at Lakeland Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Effingham. Private family graveside services will be held […]
Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation have arrested two suspects as part of a death investigation after human remains were found in Lake Mattoon. Both suspects, 26-year-old James […]