About Effingham, IL
Effingham is in Effingham County, Illinois. Effingham was named after Edward Effingham, who resigned his commission as general in the British army in 1775. Notable persons from Effingham include Matt Mitrione, mixed martial artists who competes in the UFC, Ada Kepley, first American woman to graduate from law school, Jimmy Kite, driver with IndyCar and NASCAR, etc. A 198-foot (60 m) steel cross erected by The Cross Foundation is located in Effingham and this is the largest cross in the world. The biggest schools here are Effingham High School and St. Anthony High School. One of the best places to visit when you are in Effingham is MY Corvette Museum.
