Jason Rippetoe is resigning as a commissioner of the Altamont City Council. Rippetoe said the growth of his business led to his decision to resign, which is effective December 7. […]

Midland States Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: MSBI) (the “Company”), announced today Jeffrey S. Mefford will retire from his role as President of its wholly-owned subsidiary Midland States Bank (the “Bank”) and as Executive Vice President of […]

First National Bank of Waterloo has announced the appointment of Jeff Bloemker as Effingham Market President. A release from the bank indicates that in his new role, Jeff will help […]

Patricia A. “Pat” Rickelman, 82 of Effingham, passed away Monday, November 10, 2025 at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in Effingham. Private family services will be held at a later […]