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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTSTAMP:20260428T143310Z
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UID:36498-1784678400-1784764799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Back To School Clinics with Effingham County Health Department
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36498-back-to-school-clinics-with-effingham-county-health-department-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTSTAMP:20260715T145242Z
CREATED:20260715T143833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T145242Z
UID:42541-1784592000-1784678399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:4-H Fair Schedule in Cumberland County
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42541-4-h-fair-schedule-in-cumberland-county-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTSTAMP:20260715T135617Z
CREATED:20260715T135547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T135617Z
UID:42492-1784592000-1784678399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:4-H Show Schedule - Effingham County Fair
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42492-4-h-show-schedule-effingham-county-fair/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTSTAMP:20260617T160320Z
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SUMMARY:Rainforest Falls - VBS at Watson Methodist Church
DESCRIPTION:WATSON METHODIST CHURCH\n2026 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL “RAINFOREST FALLS”\nTUESDAY – FRIDAY\, JULY 21ST-24TH\n6:00 – 8:00 P.M.\nAGES 3-12
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/40605-rainforest-falls-vbs-at-watson-methodist-church/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTSTAMP:20260715T143742Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T143742Z
UID:42539-1784505600-1784591999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:4-H Fair Schedule in Cumberland County
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42539-4-h-fair-schedule-in-cumberland-county-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTSTAMP:20260720T192021Z
CREATED:20260720T190532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T192021Z
UID:42774-1784505600-1784591999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:United Way of Effingham County All-American Drawdown
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42774-united-way-of-effingham-county-all-american-drawdown/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260715T145442Z
CREATED:20260715T145332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T145442Z
UID:42544-1784419200-1784505599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Music and Food at Mason
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42544-music-and-food-at-mason-13/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260715T143710Z
CREATED:20260715T143710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T143710Z
UID:42537-1784419200-1784505599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:4-H Fair Schedule in Cumberland County
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42537-4-h-fair-schedule-in-cumberland-county-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260714T233829Z
CREATED:20260714T233407Z
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SUMMARY:St. Joseph Stringtown Picnic
DESCRIPTION:The Annual St. Joseph Stringtown Picnic is on Sunday\, July 19 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. \nThere is a smorgasbord lunch from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the air-conditioned\, handicap-accessible Parish Hall. \nAlso\, there is a Food Stand with cold beverages\, grilled porkburgers and brats\, ice cream\, and much more that is open the whole time. \nAnd there’ll be a Beer & Wine Garden and local musicians for entertainment. \nPlus\, Cash Bingo\, Raffles\, Basket Raffle\, Basket Pull Stand\, Cake Stand\, Fishpond\, Pop Toss\, Inflatables\, County Store featuring homemade goods and local produce\, and many more stands and games are also going to be available. \nThe address is 6350 N. Stringtown Road\, Olney\, IL  62450.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42467-st-joseph-stringtown-picnic-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260714T204623Z
CREATED:20260714T204046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T204623Z
UID:42451-1784419200-1784505599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:County Line Sod Busters Prairie Days 2026 & Tractor Pull
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42451-county-line-sod-busters-prairie-days-2026-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260701T153919Z
CREATED:20260701T153749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T153919Z
UID:41560-1784419200-1784505599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Beecher City Corn Fest
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41560-beecher-city-corn-fest-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260624T164310Z
CREATED:20260624T164230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T164310Z
UID:41091-1784419200-1784505599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Sigel St. Michael Church Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Sigel St. Michael Church Picnic – a day full of yummy food\, activities for all ages\, and lots of chances to win!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41091-41091/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260715T203313Z
CREATED:20260715T203201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T203313Z
UID:42562-1784332800-1784419199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Jim Maxedon's 90th Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42562-42562/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260715T143633Z
CREATED:20260715T143633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T143633Z
UID:42535-1784332800-1784419199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:4-H Fair Schedule in Cumberland County
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42535-4-h-fair-schedule-in-cumberland-county-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260714T203938Z
CREATED:20260714T203922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T203938Z
UID:42445-1784332800-1784419199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:County Line Sod Busters Prairie Days 2026
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42445-county-line-sod-busters-prairie-days-2026/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260714T164433Z
CREATED:20260714T164115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T164433Z
UID:42419-1784332800-1784419199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Ham City Jam
DESCRIPTION:Skaters from across the Midwest will be showing off their moves during HAM CITY JAM on Saturday\, July 18! \nIt all goes down at the Effingham Skate Park (Hendelmeyer Park) as the local skate competition features some of the most talented riders around in high-energy action. \nOrganized by Effingham’s own Deano Tull\, Ham City Jam promises a full day of epic skating\, community vibes\, and serious skill.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42419-ham-city-jam-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260713T203507Z
CREATED:20260713T203507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T203507Z
UID:42368-1784332800-1784419199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Voices of Freedom at LLCSHS
DESCRIPTION:Join the Charleston Community Theatre for Voices of Freedom\, a compilation of patriotic speeches from America’s History.  The performance will take place in the Visitor Center Auditorium of the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site on Saturday\, July 18 at 1:00 p.m.   \nExcerpts of orations by Patrick Henry\, Susan B. Anthony\, Elizabeth Cady Stanton\, Calvin Coolidge\, Eleanor Roosevelt\, John F. Kennedy\, Ronald Reagan\, and of course\, Abraham Lincoln\, will be interspersed with patriotic tunes for this America 250 celebration at Lincoln Log Cabin’s Visitor Center Auditorium.  \nThe event is free and open to the public\, no RSVP is required.  \nCharleston Community Theatre is a not-for-profit community theatre organization based in Charleston. \nThis event is produced by the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site and the Lincoln Log Cabin Foundation.  For more information about this or other events\, call 217-345-1845\, email info@lincolnlogcabin.org\, or visit www.lincolnlogcabin.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42368-voices-of-freedom-at-llcshs/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260709T153155Z
CREATED:20260709T153123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T153155Z
UID:42108-1784332800-1784419199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Indoor “Whatever” Sales at Village Square Mall
DESCRIPTION:The Monthly 3rd Weekend Sale begins on Thursday\, July 16 after setup\, continuing Friday\, July 17 from 9:00 – 5:00\, and Saturday\, July 18 from 9:00 – 2:00. \nNew venders are welcome.  Someone with produce would be a great addition.  Forms are available inside the mall.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42108-42108/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260701T153721Z
CREATED:20260701T153642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T153721Z
UID:41558-1784332800-1784419199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Beecher City Corn Fest
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41558-beecher-city-corn-fest-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260630T193942Z
CREATED:20260630T193942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T193942Z
UID:41481-1784332800-1784419199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Legion Cookout in Altamont
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41481-legion-cookout-in-altamont-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260508T205000Z
CREATED:20260508T204824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T205000Z
UID:37543-1784332800-1784419199@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/37543-37543/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260715T143600Z
CREATED:20260715T143526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T143600Z
UID:42532-1784246400-1784332799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:4-H Fair Schedule in Cumberland County
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42532-4-h-fair-schedule-in-cumberland-county/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260714T202218Z
CREATED:20260714T201822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T202218Z
UID:42434-1784246400-1784332799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare Abridged - F.A.C.E.
DESCRIPTION: This fast-paced and hilarious comedy features all of Shakespeare’s plays condensed into one entertaining performance. \nCome enjoy an evening of laughter while supporting local arts and a great local cause.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42434-the-complete-works-of-william-shakespeare-abridged-f-a-c-e/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260713T150054Z
CREATED:20260713T143308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T150054Z
UID:42323-1784246400-1784332799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Ham Jam 2026
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42323-ham-jam-2026/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260709T153145Z
CREATED:20260709T153045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T153145Z
UID:42106-1784246400-1784332799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Indoor “Whatever” Sales at Village Square Mall
DESCRIPTION:The Monthly 3rd Weekend Sale begins on Thursday\, July 16 after setup\, continuing Friday\, July 17 from 9:00 – 5:00\, and Saturday\, July 18 from 9:00 – 2:00. \nNew venders are welcome.  Someone with produce would be a great addition.  Forms are available inside the mall.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42106-42106/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260701T153613Z
CREATED:20260701T153602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T153613Z
UID:41555-1784246400-1784332799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Beecher City Corn Fest
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41555-beecher-city-corn-fest-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260629T201946Z
CREATED:20260629T201137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T201946Z
UID:41392-1784246400-1784332799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Jr. Laker Healthcare Camp
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41392-jr-laker-healthcare-camp-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260625T191646Z
CREATED:20260625T191313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T191646Z
UID:41215-1784246400-1784332799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in July
DESCRIPTION:American Red Cross Blood Drives in July: \n7/2\, Thursday\, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Parish Hall\, Shelbyville\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM \n7/8\, Wednesday\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 – 5:30 PM \n7/10\, Friday\, Clay County Health Dept. – Conference Room\, Flora\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM\n7/10\, Friday\, Newton Knights of Columbus – Hall\, Newton\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM \n7/15\, Wednesday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin – Hall\, 1:30 – 5:30 PM \n7/16\, Thursday\, First Baptist Church – Fellowship Hall\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n7/17\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church – Gym\, Effingham\, 1:30 – 5:00 PM \n7/25\, Saturday\, Cowden Community Building\, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n7/27\, Monday\, Altamont Municipal Building – Meeting Room\, 2:00 – 6:00 PM \n7/28\, Tuesday\, South Central FS – Conference Room\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nHelp us celebrate stars\, stripes\, and saving lives for America’s 250th! \nCome to give blood from June 29-July 12 to score a classic Red Cross x Looney Tunes T-shirt\, while supplies last! \nCome give blood from July 13-31 for a Fandango Movie Ticket by email (up to $15 ticket price and fees).  Visit RedCrossBlood.org/July for details. \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41215-41215/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260617T145908Z
CREATED:20260617T143424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T145908Z
UID:40562-1784246400-1784332799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Jonah Fish Fry at St. Paul's Lutheran Church
DESCRIPTION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, Wheeler\, ( located 3-1/2 miles South of Montrose on the blacktop) is having its 45th Annual Jonah Fish Fry on Friday July 17. \nServing all-you-can-eat-fish from 4:30 – 7:30 pm.  \nDine-in or carry-out meals are available.  \nServing fish\, baked beans\, slaw\, applesauce\, chips\, bread\, and a dessert.  \nAdults:  $12 \nChildren age 3-12:  $6
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/40562-40562/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260518T201420Z
CREATED:20260518T201245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T201420Z
UID:38432-1784246400-1784332799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Prairie Skies – Planetarium Star Shows
DESCRIPTION:Join in the fun and exploration every Friday at 7:00pm\, for a tour of our night sky. \nThis is a live‑narrated tour of the wonders of the sky\, accompanied by some of the legendary stories of the ancient sky.  Find out what constellations and planets are visible and how to find them. \nThis show is updated seasonally and is intended for all ages.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/38432-38432/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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