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EFFINGHAM, Ill. — HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital proudly welcomed Ella MarieSmithenry as the first baby born at the hospital in 2026 to Kimberly and Dustine Smithenry ofNewton.She was born at 3:52 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, at St. Anthony’s, weighing 8 pounds, 6ounces and was 20.5 inches long.In
August 16, 1951 – January 2, 2026 Ronald Lee Ochs “RO”, age 74, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 4:44 PM – Friday, January 2, 2026, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 AM – Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at the
St. Thomas School will host its 7th Annual Trivia Night on Saturday, February 14, 2026, continuing a tradition that has grown into one of the school’s most successful and well-attended fundraising events. The annual event draws strong participation from families, alumni, and community members, while also offering local businesses a