Free Diabetes Education Class Offered by HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology 2025 Class Schedule HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham delivers world-class care close to home with a highly specialized team of local experts. To help and encourage those with diabetes and their family members, HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – […]

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is now available for income qualified households. The 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 […]

The Seeds in the Snow event will take place at the Effingham Library on Tuesday, December 2, at 5:30 p.m. Get a head start on your spring garden — even in the middle of winter!  Learn how to start seeds outdoors using simple recycled containers and the power of nature's seasonal cycle.  This beginner-friendly program […]

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The hospice team of HSHS Home Care invites community members to join them at a candlelight memorial on Thursday, December 4 at 5:00 p.m.  The memorial will be in the HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Chapel, located at 503 North Maple Street in Effingham.  Those attending may enter through the entrance close to the chapel, […]

EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course.  Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […]

EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course.  Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […]

Santa Shoppe Fala-llamas Story Time Tickets can be purchased at the door. All proceeds benefit the Unit 40 Education Foundation's mission to provide teacher grants and continuing education scholarships for seniors.

DUE TO WEATHER, EFFINGHAM'S HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6! Kick off the holiday season with your family and friends at Downtown Effingham’s Hometown Christmas on Saturday, December 6!   Whether you’re hosting loved ones home for Thanksgiving or starting your own holiday traditions, this magical evening is the perfect way to […]

Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) and Chapter, an independent Medicare adviser, are partnering to offer current and newly eligible Medicare patients free, unbiased consultations on choosing a Medicare plan that best fits their health care needs. Chapter advisers provide expert, up-to-date information about Medicare Supplement (aka Medigap), Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug plans.  They […]

The Coles County Chorus is delighted to announce its annual Christmas Concert, a festive celebration of the holiday season filled with timeless carols, harmonious performances, and community spirit.  This free event promises to uplift hearts and support local causes, making it a perfect outing for families, friends, and music lovers alike. The concert will take […]

The Altamont Community Choir will present a Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 7th.  The concert will take place at 2:00pm at St Paul ELCA Church, on Highway 40 West of Altamont. There will be a Free Will offering with proceeds going to The St Paul GRACE Food Pantry and The Altamont Community Choir. Refreshments will […]

The Gym Bob’s Jamboree CHRISTMAS Show will be held on Sunday, December 7th, beginning at 1:00pm! This will be our annual “Christmas Show” featuring all your favorite Christmas Standards as well as some of your favorite classic country and 50's & 60's music for the whole family to enjoy - performed by the Gym Bob’s […]

Refreshments will be served in St. Paul’s Parish Hall after the  concert.

Free Diabetes Support Group Offered by HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham delivers world-class care close to home with a highly specialized team of local experts. To help and encourage those with diabetes and their family members, HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham offers a […]

A new exhibit highlighting the courageous stories of freedom seekers and the multi-racial conductors who assisted them on the Underground Railroad in Illinois are featured in a new exhibit Journey to Freedom:  Illinois’ Underground Railroad.  This will be on display in the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site's Visitor Center - Sargent Gallery, now through […]

This program will run through May 2026.  If someone misses a session, that's no problem, as participants can register for another date.

There are no charges for any services at this clinic. No medical referral is necessary. The clinic is an ideal time to have a child reviewed for bone and joint development.

EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course.  Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […]

Three Chicks & A Stage present an original production “Krampus, The Untold Story” at the Effingham Elks Club on December 12th, 13th and 14th. Friday, December 12th will be a dinner show with dinner starting at 6:00pm and the show starting at 7:00pm.  The $40 ticket for the dinner show must be purchased in advance […]

EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course.  Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […]

The website for Post 512 at Wreaths Across America is: https://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/181121/Overview/?relatedId=0

Three Chicks & A Stage present an original production “Krampus, The Untold Story” at the Effingham Elks Club on December 12th, 13th and 14th. Friday, December 12th will be a dinner show with dinner starting at 6:00pm and the show starting at 7:00pm.  The $40 ticket for the dinner show must be purchased in advance […]

Three Chicks & A Stage present an original production “Krampus, The Untold Story” at the Effingham Elks Club on December 12th, 13th and 14th. Friday, December 12th will be a dinner show with dinner starting at 6:00pm and the show starting at 7:00pm.  The $40 ticket for the dinner show must be purchased in advance […]

EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course.  Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […]

EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course.  Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […]

Effingham County FISH Organization is sponsoring the Annual Effingham County Christmas Day Dinner on Thursday, December 25, 2025.  A congregate meal, as well as delivery and curbside pickup, is available.  The congregate meal will begin at 12:30pm at the Effingham Event Center, 1501 W. Fayette Ave., Effingham, IL.  Delivered meals will be delivered after 10am.  […]

EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course.  Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […]

EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course.  Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […]

A new exhibit highlighting the courageous stories of freedom seekers and the multi-racial conductors who assisted them on the Underground Railroad in Illinois are featured in a new exhibit Journey to Freedom:  Illinois’ Underground Railroad.  This will be on display in the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site's Visitor Center - Sargent Gallery, now through […]