An Amtrak train collided with a semi in Arcola just before noon today. The collision occurred on the crossing at Illinois Route 133. All of the approximately 60 train passengers […]
Author: Greg Sapp
Country music headliner Jo Dee Messina will perform Friday night, August 7th, at the Effingham County Fair. Show time is 7:30pm, following a performance by opening act Cole Goodwin. Gates […]
Effingham City Police are continuing to investigate a “swatting” call at the Effingham Walmart, one of several similar incidents at Walmarts in the region. At approximately 9:01 p.m. on Monday, […]
Sarah Bush Lincoln continues to be recognized for its commitment to quality stroke care, as it was recently honored with two American Heart Association awards: The Rural Stroke Gold award […]
Identifying projects and activities that can protect Effingham County residents, property, and critical infrastructure from natural and man-made hazards will be discussed when the Effingham County Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee […]
The Lake Land Board of Trustees have requested funding for remodeling work in classroom buildings on campus. The funds are sought from the Illinois Community College Board. Approval is being […]
Carol Ann Lance, born in Greenwood, MS on August 2, 1946, passed away peacefully at her home in Lillian, Alabama on July 25, 2026, at the age of 79. A […]