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Accepting the check is Mayor Jeff Northway, along with city council members Butch Kieffer, Gary Weitman, Jeff Ambrose, Troy Allen and Charles Hinely and City Manager Brett Bennett. - photo by Photo by Pat Donahue

T.C. Madison III and Jennifer Coker of Liberty Mutual present the $10,000 “Bring Back the 4th” grant from Liberty Mutual to the city of Springfield.

The city, one of 10 nationwide winners, used the grant to pay for its annual fireworks show.

Effingham High School Band to Perform at NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade
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Effingham County High School band members are preparing to represent their school and community on a national stage in New York City next March. (Courtesy of Effingham County High School)
The Effingham County High School marching band has been invited to perform in New York City’s historic 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade. This prestigious opportunity marks the band’s largest performance to date, showcasing their talents on a national stage.
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