Michael “Mike” Lloyd Greenwood, age 66, of Farina, Illinois passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025 in Vandalia, Illinois. Funeral service will be at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 7, 2025 […]

Visit Effingham is gearing up for National Travel and Tourism Week, May 4 – 10, and shining a spotlight on the travel industry’s essential role in driving economic growth, creating […]

Vera Blackwell, age 85, of Effingham, Illinois and formerly of Iola passed away peacefully at 7:53 am Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the Willowbrook Memory Support Residences of Effingham in […]

Robert Edward Wolters, Sr, 81, formerly a long-term resident of Effingham, IL died peacefully at his home in Jupiter, FL onApril 29, 2025. Born on June 17, 1943, to Richard […]

Effingham Water Authority trustees approved amendments to the lake’s short-term rental ordinance. Each of the amendments were approved. One concerned occupancy, clarifying the number of adults to minors; one concerned […]

Daniel Overbeck, 75, of Effingham, IL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. A funeral service will be held on Monday, May […]