Fayette County Coroner Receives Backup from Effingham County Amid Sudden Surge in Caseload

VANDALIA, Ill. — The Fayette County coroner’s office faced an overwhelming day as it dealt with multiple fatalities on Wednesday, necessitating additional support from neighboring Effingham County to handle the surge in cases. This collaborative effort underscored the challenges rural county offices face when sudden increases in deaths occur. The cascade of cases began early … Read more