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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
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SUMMARY:Taking Orders For Fall Fish Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham County Soil & Water Conservation District is now taking orders for its Fall Fish Sale. \nOffering a variety of fish species to help stock your pond and improve it’s health and balance. \nOrders MUST be placed by September 25\, with fish pickup Thursday October 15 from noon to 2 p.m. \nFor an order form or more information\, phone the Effingham County Soil & Water Conservation District at 217-347-7107\, extension 3 or stop by the office. \nDon’t miss this great opportunity to stock your pond this season!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42736-taking-orders-for-fall-fish-sale/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTSTAMP:20260812T164333Z
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SUMMARY:Women’s Pro Baseball League
DESCRIPTION:The Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) has officially begun its historic\, inaugural 2026 season.  The league’s four teams – New York\, Boston\, San Francisco\, and Los Angeles – are taking the field at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield. \nThe Regular Season runs through September 6th\, with all games being played Wednesday through Sunday\, with most games starting at 6:30 p.m. \nFollowing the regular-season finale on September 6th\, the postseason will begin on Wednesday\, September 9th.  The winners advance to a best-of-5 Championship Series starting September 16th\, culminating in the crowning of the first WPBL Champion. \nThe WPBL is the only professional women’s baseball league in the United States.  The League is co-founded by baseball pioneer\, Justine Siegal\, who is the first woman to coach a professional men’s baseball team and to pitch batting practice in Major League Baseball. \nFor more information on the WPBL\, visit www.womensprobaseballleague.com.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44111-44111/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260906
DTSTAMP:20260511T202925Z
CREATED:20260511T202415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T202925Z
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SUMMARY:Effingham Farmer’s Market
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham Farmer’s Market will be every Saturday\, from May 30th through October 31st.  The Market will be open from 8:00 – Noon on the old courthouse lawn. \nThere will be fresh produce\, baked goods\, plants\, and flowers\, as well as arts and crafts.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/37687-37687/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260906
DTSTAMP:20260805T161855Z
CREATED:20260805T155330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T161855Z
UID:43684-1788566400-1788652799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Firehouse Jeep Fling
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43684-firehouse-jeep-fling/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTSTAMP:20260812T164338Z
CREATED:20260812T164230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T164338Z
UID:44113-1788912000-1788998399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Women’s Pro Baseball League
DESCRIPTION:The Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) has officially begun its historic\, inaugural 2026 season.  The league’s four teams – New York\, Boston\, San Francisco\, and Los Angeles – are taking the field at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield. \nThe Regular Season runs through September 6th\, with all games being played Wednesday through Sunday\, with most games starting at 6:30 p.m. \nFollowing the regular-season finale on September 6th\, the postseason will begin on Wednesday\, September 9th.  The winners advance to a best-of-5 Championship Series starting September 16th\, culminating in the crowning of the first WPBL Champion. \nThe WPBL is the only professional women’s baseball league in the United States.  The League is co-founded by baseball pioneer\, Justine Siegal\, who is the first woman to coach a professional men’s baseball team and to pitch batting practice in Major League Baseball. \nFor more information on the WPBL\, visit www.womensprobaseballleague.com.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44113-44113/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTSTAMP:20260501T160012Z
CREATED:20260501T155909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T160012Z
UID:36908-1788998400-1789084799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Mill Road Threshermans Association Show
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36908-mill-road-threshermans-association-show/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTSTAMP:20260501T153724Z
CREATED:20260501T153724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T153724Z
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SUMMARY:I70 Large Car Working Truck Show
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36882-i70-large-car-working-truck-show/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTSTAMP:20260501T160137Z
CREATED:20260501T160057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T160137Z
UID:36913-1789084800-1789171199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Mill Road Threshermans Association Show
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36913-mill-road-threshermans-association-show-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260506T161201Z
CREATED:20260506T161028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T161201Z
UID:37317-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:On-Site Microchipping with E.A.R.S.
DESCRIPTION:On-site microchipping at the EARS office on Saturday\, September 12.\nNo appointment needed\nNo geography or number limit.\nNo cost * But freewill donations are appreciated.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/37317-on-site-microchipping-with-e-a-r-s/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260501T155705Z
CREATED:20260501T153756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T155705Z
UID:36904-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:I70 Large Car Working Truck Show
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36904-i70-large-car-working-truck-show-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260501T160424Z
CREATED:20260501T160218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T160424Z
UID:36915-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Mill Road Threshermans Association Show
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36915-mill-road-threshermans-association-show-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260511T202932Z
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UID:37689-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham Farmer’s Market
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham Farmer’s Market will be every Saturday\, from May 30th through October 31st.  The Market will be open from 8:00 – Noon on the old courthouse lawn. \nThere will be fresh produce\, baked goods\, plants\, and flowers\, as well as arts and crafts.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/37689-37689/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260526T153409Z
CREATED:20260526T153409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T153409Z
UID:39004-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Homesteaders Market
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/39004-homesteaders-market-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260803T171957Z
CREATED:20260803T171824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T171957Z
UID:43466-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Meat Shoot - Edgewood Legion
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43466-meat-shoot-edgewood-legion/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260803T180503Z
CREATED:20260803T175224Z
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UID:43471-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:"Meet Me at the Finish Line" Youth Adaptive Try-Athlon
DESCRIPTION:HSHS St. Anthony’s Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness is marking a milestone as it hosts the fifth annual “Meet Me at the Finish Line” Youth Adaptive Try-Athlon\, promoting fitness and self-confidence for athletes 18 and under who face challenges every day\, whether physical\, social\, or emotional. \nThe “Meet Me at the Finish Line” Youth Adaptive Try-Athlon is Saturday\, September 12\, at the Workman Sports Complex\, 1301 N. Maple St.\, Effingham\, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. \nThis Youth Adaptive Try-Athlon is open to all athletes 18 and under with mobility deficits\, or children who are not afforded the opportunity to participate in community events due to physical\, social or emotional barriers.  Athletes will participate in swimming\, biking and running events.\nEach participant will have a buddy by their side for every splash\, pedal and step of the way.  There are no first-\, second-\, or third-place winners at this event.  Everyone is a winner simply by finishing the race. \nThere will be pregame fun and prizes.  Light refreshments and snacks will be available courtesy of HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital.  Family\, friends and community members are invited to cheer on the participants. \n“If you want to fill your cup with joy\, join us in cheering on our athletes as they overcome their everyday challenges in this fun and adaptive event\,” said Tammy Probst\, Director of Rehab Services at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital.  “We will have noisemakers available\, or bring your own\, to cheer on our athletes as they participate in the three-event race and cross the finish line on their own.  It is truly an inspiring time.” \n“The look of joy on the kids’ faces as they cross the finish line and receive their medal is hard to beat\,” said physical therapist Alex Kastl\, DPT\, PT\, who coordinates the event each year.  “Reaching five years shows just how much this event means to our athletes\, their families and our entire community.” \nFor more information and to register an athlete\, visit stanthonyshospital.org/try-athlon.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43471-meet-me-at-the-finish-line-youth-adaptive-try-athlon/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260814T155847Z
CREATED:20260814T154450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T155847Z
UID:44285-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Watson School Reunion
DESCRIPTION:The Watson School Reunion will be held on Saturday\, September 12th\, from 10:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m. \nThis is for anyone that attended any Watson school. \nRefreshments will be provided. \nBring stories to share!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44285-watson-school-reunion-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260501T160448Z
CREATED:20260501T160258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T160448Z
UID:36917-1789257600-1789343999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Mill Road Threshermans Association Show
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36917-mill-road-threshermans-association-show-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260805T162616Z
CREATED:20260805T162034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T162616Z
UID:43690-1789257600-1789343999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Spaghetti Lunch Benefiting Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43690-spaghetti-lunch-benefiting-catholic-charities/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTSTAMP:20260812T145634Z
CREATED:20260812T145554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T145634Z
UID:44088-1789516800-1789603199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Children's Orthopedic Clinic
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44088-free-childrens-orthopedic-clinic-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTSTAMP:20260812T164343Z
CREATED:20260812T164300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T164343Z
UID:44115-1789516800-1789603199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Women’s Pro Baseball League
DESCRIPTION:The Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) has officially begun its historic\, inaugural 2026 season.  The league’s four teams – New York\, Boston\, San Francisco\, and Los Angeles – are taking the field at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield. \nThe Regular Season runs through September 6th\, with all games being played Wednesday through Sunday\, with most games starting at 6:30 p.m. \nFollowing the regular-season finale on September 6th\, the postseason will begin on Wednesday\, September 9th.  The winners advance to a best-of-5 Championship Series starting September 16th\, culminating in the crowning of the first WPBL Champion. \nThe WPBL is the only professional women’s baseball league in the United States.  The League is co-founded by baseball pioneer\, Justine Siegal\, who is the first woman to coach a professional men’s baseball team and to pitch batting practice in Major League Baseball. \nFor more information on the WPBL\, visit www.womensprobaseballleague.com.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44115-44115/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTSTAMP:20260511T202938Z
CREATED:20260511T202503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T202938Z
UID:37691-1789776000-1789862399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham Farmer’s Market
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham Farmer’s Market will be every Saturday\, from May 30th through October 31st.  The Market will be open from 8:00 – Noon on the old courthouse lawn. \nThere will be fresh produce\, baked goods\, plants\, and flowers\, as well as arts and crafts.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/37691-37691/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTSTAMP:20260803T170931Z
CREATED:20260803T165805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T170931Z
UID:43460-1789776000-1789862399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Legion Cookout in Altamont
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43460-legion-cookout-in-altamont-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTSTAMP:20260805T150555Z
CREATED:20260805T143653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T150555Z
UID:43661-1789776000-1789862399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Meet The Machines at Windsor
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43661-meet-the-machines-at-windsor/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTSTAMP:20260810T202341Z
CREATED:20260810T202258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T202341Z
UID:43927-1789776000-1789862399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:St. Francis of Assisi Church Picnic
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43927-st-francis-of-assisi-church-picnic/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTSTAMP:20260706T163836Z
CREATED:20260706T163805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T163836Z
UID:41847-1789862400-1789948799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fall Craft & Vendor Show in Effingham
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41847-fall-craft-vendor-show-in-effingham/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260511T202943Z
CREATED:20260511T202532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T202943Z
UID:37693-1790380800-1790467199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham Farmer’s Market
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham Farmer’s Market will be every Saturday\, from May 30th through October 31st.  The Market will be open from 8:00 – Noon on the old courthouse lawn. \nThere will be fresh produce\, baked goods\, plants\, and flowers\, as well as arts and crafts.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/37693-37693/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTSTAMP:20260625T000038Z
CREATED:20260624T235917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T000038Z
UID:41134-1790553600-1790639999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Open Feast - A Free Meal at C.U.M.C.
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41134-open-feast-a-free-meal-at-c-u-m-c-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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