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Annual "Ag Day" Held At South Central Grade School
There were cattle, pigs, horses, rabbits, chickens, sheep, and goats for the students to see and interact with.
5h ago
Effingham Noon Rotarians Hear About History Of Koerner Distributor
Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The history and continued growth of Koerner Distributor of Effingham was the focus at the Effingham Noon Rotary meeting May 15. Koerner Distributor President Jordan Koerner spoke about the company's 40-year history since its establishment by his grandfather, Carl Koerner, Jr. and subseq...
11h ago
McDonald's Introduces $5 Value Meal
Chicago, IL-(Effingham Radio)- McDonald's is reportedly set to launch its five-dollar value meal as inflation leads to higher fast-food prices. The meal deal will offer a choice of a McChicken, McDouble or four-piece chicken McNuggets with fries and a drink. But Mickey D's may be doing away with free drink refills soon...
11h ago
Road Across Lake Shelbyville Dam Closed Due To Maintenance
Lake Shelbyville, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The road across the main dam at Lake Shelbyville will be closed starting 7:00AM Monday, May 20th thru 12:00PM on Friday, May 24th and again Tuesday, May 28th thru Friday, May 31st. The road should open each day at 5:00PM. The road will also be open for holiday weekend traffic. T...
May 18, 2024
David G. Nanz Named As Assistant Director Of Operational Technology Division
Washington, DC-(Effingham Radio)- Director Christopher Wray has named David G. Nanz as the assistant director of the Operational Technology Division at FBI Headquarters in Washington, D.C. Mr. Nanz most recently served as the special agent in charge of the Springfield Field Office in Illinois. The Operational Technolo...
May 18, 2024
Lake Shelbyville Forrest W. "Bo" Wood Recreation Area Boat Ramp Closed
Lake Shelbyville, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The Bo Wood Recreation Area Boat Ramp will be closed May 22 - May 24. The closure will not allow access to Bo Wood Boat Ramp area. These closures apply to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Whitley Creek Ramp can be used as the alternative ramp for this area. These closures ...
May 18, 2024
Airport Road To Be Closed Starting Monday For Reconstruction
Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- Work will begin Monday, May 20th to reconstruct Airport Road from Route 45 east for one-quarter mile. The road will be closed during construction and detour routes marked. Construction should be completed by the end of July. If questions, call the highway department at 217-342-6550.
May 17, 2024
ISA Scholarship Recipient Announced
Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- Since 1979 the Illinois Sheriff's Association has awarded at least one student in each county a scholarship. The scholarship must be awarded to an Illinois Student, and the student must be attending an Illinois higher learning institution. The scholarship must be applied to tuition, f...
May 17, 2024
Friday Police Blotter
EFFINGHAM COUNTY JAIL May 17, 2024 Effingham County Sheriff's Office arrested 30 year old Robert E. Bone Jr. of Effingham for DUI drugs and unlawful possession of cannabis by a driver. Robert was given an NTA and was released. Effingham County Sheriff's Office arrested 46 year old Eric W. Lewis of Cerro Gordo for an Ef...
May 17, 2024
Hall Of FAME Award Winner Announced
Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- Elliot Frisbie has been selected as the Hall of FAME winner for excellence in math and science by St. Anthony HS. He is shown with sponsors Art Geen of Full Circle Realty, Seth Flach of Millano and Grunloh Engineers, and Pat Gebben owner of Merz Heating and Air Conditioning. Unable to...
May 17, 2024