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Local Interviews
Listen to local interviews below. We have had the honor of interviewing a variety of local leaders, from political candidates to active community members and more.
Interview With Sheriff Kuhns Reminds Public That School Kids' Summer Break Is Almost Here
Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- Summer break for school age kids is coming up soon, and that means more pedestrians will likely be out in local communities. Driving safely and being alert are essential to avoid accidents, especially if the pedestrians are not always looking for the vehicles on the roadways, but that i...
May 14, 2025
Delaine Donaldson Shares Journey Of Local WWI Veteran In Interview
Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- Delaine Donaldson of the Effingham County Cultural Center & Museum stopped by the studio to explain how a WWI veteran who took part in many aspects of the war but failed to return home left a lasting impact on those who knew him locally. His family, as well as those who knew him whe...
May 07, 2025
IDOT's Tim Hemmen Provides Update On Fayette Avenue, Other Area Construction Projects
Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- As part of a series of monthly interviews, Tim Hemmen, Project Engineer with IDOT District 7, gives updates on area construction projects and road work. The Fayette Avenue Reconstruction Project is continuing this month. Tim gave more information in his interview. You can listen below. ...
May 04, 2025
Visit Effingham Focuses On Adventure During National Travel And Tourism Week
Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- 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 jobs and enhancing our region's competitiveness. Travel is one of Illinois' most powerful economic engin...
May 02, 2025
'Be The One' Walk For Veterans' Suicide Coming Up On May 10th
Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The "Be The One" Veterans' Walk that kicked off last year is back again this year. The walk is to raise awareness for Veterans' suicide, and will take place on May 10th at 8am. Veteran Roy Smith stopped by the studio and gave more details on the walk, which starts at the Flora...
Apr 28, 2025
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