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SUMMARY:Appliance Raffle for Breast Cancer Awareness
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SUMMARY:Energy Assistance Program Starts
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is now available for income qualified households. \nThe CEFS Economic Opportunity Corporation\, as administrator of the Energy Assistance Program in Christian\, Clay\, Effingham\, Fayette\, Montgomery\, Moultrie\, and Shelby counties\, is pleased to announce that funds are available to assist income-eligible households with their natural gas\, propane and/or electric bills and furnace assistance for inoperable heating systems. \nApplications will be taken on a first-come\, first-served basis\, now through August 15\, 2026\, or until funding is exhausted.  Households that receive a one-time benefit may return during the program year for a Reconnection Assistance or Furnace Assistance benefit(s)\, if needed. \nThe program has expanded eligibility this year.  Households must be at or below 60% of the state median income to receive a benefit from LIHEAP.  The 30-day income guidelines for LIHEAP are based on State Median Income\, Federal Poverty Guidelines\, and the number of people living in the household.  The income guidelines are as follows: 1 – $3\,332; 2 – $4\,357; 3 – $5\,382; 4 – $6\,407. Go to www.cefseoc.org or www.liheapillinois.com to know income limits for households with 5 members and more. \nTo apply\, the following documentation is required: \n1.  Proof of gross income from all household members for the prior 30-day period beginning with the date of application.\n2.  For all customers new to LIHEAP\, and/or for new household members of previous customers\, proof of Social Security numbers (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) for all household members.  Individuals without an SSN or ITIN can still apply and CEFS will advise accordingly.\n3.  A copy of current heat and electric bills issued within the last 30 days.\n4.  Cash assistance is available for renters who can provide a copy of their lease/rental agreement showing their heating costs are included in the rent.\n5.  Other documents may be needed based on your household situation.  If you have questions regarding this\, please call our office. \nAppointments can be made by contacting the CEFS Effingham County Outreach office at 1010 W. Jefferson St. Effingham\, phone 217-347-7514 Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nIn order that no one is denied the opportunity to make an application we will continue to take applications in person or by phone.  Required documentation can be submitted in-person\, mail or electronically.  If you require any special accommodation\, please contact the local CEFS Outreach office in your county to arrange. \nIncome eligible LIHEAP customers of Ameren Illinois will continue to receive a monthly discount on their natural gas bill through the Low-Income Discount Rates.  Visit liheapillinois.com or www.cefseoc.org to know more details.
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SUMMARY:Ultimate Holiday Shop Hop
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThe Ultimate Holiday Shop Hop will be held in Downtown Effingham from Monday\, November 3rd through Sunday\, November 9th. \nGrab your friends and shop your way through downtown Effingham!  Enjoy festive deals\, giveaways\, and holiday cheer at all your favorite local shops — the ultimate way to kick off the Christmas season! \nGet a passport in Downtown Effingham and collect stamps all week long!
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SUMMARY:Monday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nAltamont at Neoga\, 6 p.m. \nClay City at North Clay\, 6 p.m. \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown at Okaw Valley\, 6 p.m. \nSigel St. Michael at Windsor\, 6 p.m. \nDieterich Eighth-Grade Tournament\, TBA \nGirls Basketball \nNorth Clay at Effingham\, 6 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at St Anthony\, 6 p.m. \nSouth Central at Altamont\, 6 p.m. \nJasper County at Dieterich\, 6 p.m. \nNeoga at Sigel St. Michael\, 6 p.m. \nOkaw Valley at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 6 p.m. \nNATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE \nArizona at Dallas\, 7:15 p.m.
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