NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS 

City of Effingham to host bike path workshop

The City of Effingham is kicking off our city-wide bicycle and pedestrian plan with a public brainstorming workshop from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3, at Effingham City Hall. Read Story

City of Effingham receives funds to enhance downtown

City of Effingham officials have secured funding for improvements to the downtown area of Effingham through a grant program administered through the state. Read Story

City to open Phase II of Outer Belt West Project

A key section of roadway that will provide an alternative route from the north side of Effingham to the south side of Effingham will open to motorists in July. Read Story

Effingham begins resurfacing project

The City of Effingham will be resurfacing several streets in the upcoming months. Read Story

Effingham breaks ground for third phase of Outer Belt West project

An alternative route designed to alleviate traffic congestion for motorists traveling from the north side of the city to the south sides of the city became one step closer to becoming a reality today, as city officials broke ground for the third phase of the Outer Belt West project. Read Story

Effingham receives improved ISO rating

Mayor John Lange has received official notification that the Insurance Services Office (ISO) Public Protection Classification Program has placed the City’s rate as a Class 3, which is an improvement from the City’s current Class 4 rating. Read Story

Effingham receives funding for Outer Belt West

Representatives from federal, state, regional, local, and private agencies gathered at Effingham City Hall Thursday for the presentation of a $1.2 million check from the U.S. Economic Development Administration. Read Story

Mayor delivers State of the City

The month of May marked the completion of the City Council’s second year, and as mayor of the City of Effingham, I am happy to provide the State of the City Address. Read Story