Mason is a town in Effingham County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 2,094.
Population2,094
Median Home$92,200
Area1.01 sq mi
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All news →NewsMAR 12, 2026
Mason Funk emerging as key player in Illinois Wesleyan's NCAA Tournament run
Mason Funk emerging as key player in Illinois Wesleyan's NCAA Tournament run The Pantagraph
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NewsFEB 28, 2026
Mason Scores 14 In Final Regular Season Game
Mason Scores 14 In Final Regular Season Game Eastern Illinois University Athletics
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NewsFEB 16, 2026
Man Found Deceased In Mason Area
Man Found Deceased In Mason Area Effingham Radio
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