Rutland earns degree from Louisiana Tech Staff ReportUpdated: Aug 26, 2010, 10:48 PMPublished: Aug 26, 2010, 10:49 PM James Brian Rutland of Springfield was awarded a doctor of philosophy at Louisiana Tech University’s summer quarter commencement. Commencement exercises were held Aug. 19, with diplomas awarded to 276 graduates. Latest Effingham School Board Approves $203M budget with Potential Property Tax Increase Effingham School Board to Vote Thursday on $203M Budget with Possible 12% Rate Hike Effingham Students Honored at Signing Ceremony Nine Effingham schools earn state honors