Shumway is a village in Effingham County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 217.
Population217
Median Home$103,400
Area0.33 sq mi
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Derrick Helmbacher (51) of Shumway
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Shumway Man Found Deceased After Welfare Check
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James R. "Jim" Musser (90) of Shumway - Effingham's News and Sports Leader, 979XFM and KJ Country 102.3
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