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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in April: \n4/2\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus-Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n4/7\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/7\, Tuesday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/8\, Wednesday\, Stewardson-Strasburg High School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \n4/9\, Thursday\, South Central FS\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n4/10\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/15\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/16\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n4/20\, Monday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/20\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/21\, Tuesday\, Floyd Henson Junior High School\, Flora\, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM \n4/23\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/24\, Friday\, Holy Cross Lutheran Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n4/24\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n4/28\, Tuesday\, Flora High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/29\, Wednesday\, Altamont Elementary School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nThose giving blood through April 12 will receive an exclusive American Red Cross x Life is Good t-shirt\, while they last!  Donors giving blood from April 13 – 30 will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice.  See rcblood.org/hope \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
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SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries distribution days for April: \nTuesday\, April 7th from 4-6pm\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nWednesday\, April 8th from Noon to 2pm\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nSaturday\, April 11th from 9-Noon\, 861 E. Washington\, Mason (Mason Civic Center) \nTuesday\, April 14th from 4-6pm\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nWednesday\, April 15th from Noon to 2pm\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nWednesday\, April 22nd from Noon to 2pm or until we run out of food (no appointment necessary).  This is a Mobile Drive-Through Food Pantry at the Kohl’s Parking lot in Effingham. \nSaturday\, April 25th from 8:30-Noon\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nPlease call 217-240-0059 to sign up.  It’s free and for everyone!
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SUMMARY:Severe Storm Spotter Training in Altamont
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SUMMARY:ImpactLife Blood Drive at St. Anthony High School
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SUMMARY:Wednesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nAltamont at Cumberland\, 4:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3) \nMount Zion at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. \nSt. Anthony at Marion\, 4:30 p.m. \nNeoga at Centralia Christ Our Rock Lutheran\, 4:30 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Charleston\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nRobinson at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. \nCumberland at Mattoon\, 4:30 p.m. \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown at Ramsey\, 4:30 p.m. \nOblong at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nFlora at South Central\, 4:30 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Central A&M\, 4:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nBaseball \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Charleston\, after varsity game \nSoftball \nRobinson at Effingham\, after varsity game \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nMount Zion at St. Anthony\, 4 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nChicago Cubs at Philadelphia\, 5:40 p.m. \nCleveland at St. Louis Cardinals\, 12:15 p.m.
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SUMMARY:United Way of Effingham County - Grant Applications Accepted
DESCRIPTION:PrintUnited Way of Effingham County has released the application to receive funding from the 2026 Campaign.  Agencies requesting funds must be non-profit organizations with a 501(c)(3) certificate and provide health and human services within Effingham County. \nAgencies who received funding from the 2025 Campaign will be automatically sent the application to reapply for funding.  Any other organization who wishes to apply should reach out to Emily Hille\, Executive Director for United Way of Effingham County at 217-342-3824 or email emily@effinghamunitedway.org.  Completed applications must be submitted by April 30\, 2026. \nIn addition to completing the application\, agencies will be asked to give a short presentation to the United Way Grants Committee demonstrating the purpose of their organization and how the requested funds would be used.  Presentation dates are June 1st and June 3rd from 5:30PM – 8:00PM. \nThe United Way of Effingham County has been working hard to identify the ever-changing needs and make a difference in the community for over 65 years.  To learn more\, visit www.effinghamunitedway.org.
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SUMMARY:Restaurant Week in Effingham
DESCRIPTION:PrintIndulge in Effingham’s sixth annual Restaurant Week event\, April 13 – 19.  This event\, sponsored by Visit Effingham\, is an opportunity for residents and visitors both to experience the mouth-watering flavors of our local legends. \n16 local restaurants will be participating in this year’s Restaurant Week festivities: \n\nJoe Sipper’s Cafe\nPinky’s\nFox Holler Coffee\nVillage Wine & Spirits\nHeartland Health Food\nJoe’s Pizza and Pasta\nFirefly Grill\nLucia’s Italian Kitchen\nNiemerg’s Steakhouse\nTK Grille\nLa Favorita Ice Cream & Snacks\nGinger Ale’s\nTuscan Hills Winery\nWheat Penny Bar\nFatso’s Pizza\nGabby Goat American Pub & Grill\n\nEach establishment will be offering something unique throughout the week.  This could be a chef-crafted dish\, new menu and/or recipe\, an entrée made to share or an item priced at a discounted rate for the duration of the seven-day event. \nExperience authentic Effingham cuisine – everything from gourmet pastas to home-cooked Southern fare.  Not only will you discover delicious cooking to satisfy your appetite\, but some establishments will also offer exclusive beverages (coffee\, cocktails and more)\, as well. \nTourism Director\, Jodi Thoele said “We’re excited to welcome Restaurant Week back to Effingham and celebrate the incredible variety our local restaurants have to offer.  This event gives both residents and visitors a chance to try something new\, support local businesses\, and experience the hospitality that makes our community so unique. Restaurant Week has become something we truly look forward to each year\, and we’re proud to continue supporting the hardworking people who help make Effingham such a great place to dine and visit.” \nTo plan your Restaurant Week excursions\, visit www.visiteffinghamil.com/restaurantweek.  You can also follow them on Facebook and Instagram for sneak peeks\, appetizing images and details on the Restaurant Week giveaway – a $100 gift card to the participating restaurant of your choice. \nFor more information\, please contact Visit Effingham at 217-342-5310.
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