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Kieffer, Jones, Mason to run again
Mason draws opponent in re-election bid
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At least one Effingham County commissioner race will be contested in the May 20 general primary.

Incumbent Steve Mason has qualified to run for re-election for the District 3 post he has held since 2010. Jamie Deloach also qualified to run for the seat.

Both men are running as Republicans and submitted their qualification papers Monday.

The incumbents for two other county commission seats up for election this year also qualified for another term Monday. Vera Jones will run to retain her District 2 seat, and Phil Kieffer will run again for District 5.

Two Effingham County Board of Education seats are up for election this year, and both will have new occupants. District 1 board member Eddie Tomberlin has decided not to seek re-election and District 4 board member Mose Mock stepped down last month.

Robert Grant has qualified to run for the District 1 seat, and Amanda Phillips has qualified to run for the District 4 post. School board positions are non-partisan.

Positions up for election this year also include the state court solicitor and state court judge. Solicitor is a partisan office and state court judge is non-partisan.

Advance voting for the general primary will be held Monday-Friday, April 28-May 16 and also on May 10.

Effingham High School Band to Perform at NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade
St. Patty's Day
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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