Community Calendar

Enduring Freedom Ministries Distribution Dates in October: Tuesday, October 6th, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm, Shumway, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school), with hot meals, clothing, […]

There will be Grief Support Group meetings on Tuesday evenings at 6:15, through the Fall and early Winter. These will be held at the St Anthony Parish Center, located at […]

In honor of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, several HSHS hospitals will host pet blessing ceremonies in October.  St. Francis, the patron saint of animals, is remembered for […]

The Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois are inviting Effingham Unit 40 students and their families. Joining this community service-based troop will help your daughter build confidence, gain leadership skills, step […]

Red Cross Blood Drives in October: 10/1, Thursday, Greenup Village Municipal Building, 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 10/2, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM 10/7, Wednesday, Grace […]

Sherman’s march to the sea was more than a military triumph during the Civil War.  It was also a liberation that allowed thousands of people to throw off the chains […]

Red Cross Blood Drives in October: 10/1, Thursday, Greenup Village Municipal Building, 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 10/2, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM 10/7, Wednesday, Grace […]

Deliveries and pickup order will need to be turned in by Tuesday, October 6 at 5 PM.

Yes, this event is on Friday and Saturday, as Cumberland County doesn't have school on Friday.

On-site microchipping at the EARS office in Effingham. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon, on Saturday, October 10. No appointment needed. No geography or number limit. No cost * But freewill […]