New brewery owners Al Church and Dave Bauserman prepare to take a taste of one of their craft beers. The new 57/70 Brewery in Teutopolis will sell its product at alcohol retailers in Effingham County.

Effingham County Sheriff’s Deputy Philip Hardiek has received a Meritorious Service Award by the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police State Lodge. Hardiek’s quick response helped save a woman’s life at the Dieterich Fourth of July Parade. Pictured (left to right) are Sheriff David Mahon, Deputy Hardiek, FOP Chairman of Trustees Terry Trueblood and Chief Deputy Paul Kuhns.

Pelicans are a normal site at the Newton Lake Fish & Wildlife Area in Jasper County. A little more than a week ago, someone shot and killed five pelicans and injured another.

Approximately 680 runners braved the cold temps Saturday to participate in the 20th annual Lake Sara Dam Run to benefit Special Olympics.

The Coffin family has experienced quite a change in lifestyle since Mitchell was diagnosed with cancer last fall. Seated (left to right) are Darlene, Mitchell, Rachel and Jim Coffin. Standing are Jonathan and Sarah Coffin.