Residents gathered at Lake Sara on Saturday for the 2024 Effingham Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge, which helped raise a total of approximately $39,000 for Special Olympics Illinois athletes.
The Arctic Tigers — a group of determined Urbana teachers decked out in “Peace, Love, Respect” T-shirts — once again came up big for Special Olympics Illinois.
The Community Foundation of Macon County has presented the Do Something Great Awards for 2023, recognizing philanthropy and volunteers in the community.