James “Jim” A. Phillips, age 87, passed away peacefully at his home in Deltona, Florida, on August 2, 2025. Formerly of Neoga, Illinois, Jim leaves behind a lifetime of jokes, […]
Author: Greg Sapp
The Effingham County Economic Development Committee Tuesday heard that more than 23 thousand dollars is available for loans to new or expanding businesses in the county. Meanwhile, committee chairman Dave […]
A Newton man was injured in a motorcycle crash in Effingham over the weekend. 25-year-old Chase Zumbahlen was involved in a single-vehicle crash at Willow and Pembroke. The crash was […]
Merrill died on Monday, September 1
Josh Douthit of Effingham has announced plans to seek re-election to the Effingham County Board. Douthit, a Republican, represents District B. He is currently serving as Chairman of the County […]
What was a reported “motorist assist” is now being investigated as a vehicle theft in Fayette County. Just after 11:30pm Wednesday, St. Elmo Police observed the “motorist assist” on I-70 […]
A Newton resident faces charges after an investigation that involved Jasper and Fayette County authorities. Fayette County and St. Elmo Police Officers responded to an address on Cherokee Strip in […]