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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260314
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SUMMARY:Breakfast at Altamont Legion
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31366-breakfast-at-altamont-legion/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:"We Are Smarter Than A 6th Grader" TRIVIA
DESCRIPTION:This will be held on Saturday\, March 14th \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30872-we-are-smarter-than-a-6th-grader-trivia/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315
DTSTAMP:20260517T011928
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SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries March Distributions
DESCRIPTION:Enduring Freedom Ministries March Distributions: \nTuesday\, March 3rd from 4 – 6p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nTuesday\, March 10th from 4 – 6p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nWednesday\, March 11th from noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nSaturday\, March 14th from 9 – noon\, Mason location at 861 West Washington Street \nWednesday\, March 18th from noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nSaturday\, March 28th from 8:30 – noon\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nWe ask that the families call and make an appointment for our Shumway & Mason Distributions.  Call 217-240-0059 or 217-868-5293 or go to our website:  www.my-christian-space.com \nEnduring Freedom Ministries is free and for everyone!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29815-29815/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315
DTSTAMP:20260517T011928
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SUMMARY:Jasper County Shrine Dance
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29696-jasper-county-shrine-dance-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315
DTSTAMP:20260517T011928
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T205904Z
UID:29562-1773446400-1773532799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night for Crisis Nursery and Kiwanis Club
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29562-trivia-night-for-crisis-nursery-and-kiwanis-club-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315
DTSTAMP:20260517T011928
CREATED:20260129T154339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T161004Z
UID:29171-1773446400-1773532799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:St. Pat's Bash for Sacred Heart School
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29171-st-pats-bash-for-sacred-heart-school/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTSTAMP:20260517T011928
CREATED:20260309T162816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T163102Z
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SUMMARY:A.Y.C.E. Fish Dinner at Edgewood Legion
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32526-a-y-c-e-fish-dinner-at-edgewood-legion/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTSTAMP:20260517T011928
CREATED:20260306T204343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T204418Z
UID:32388-1773360000-1773446399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Let's "Glow" Bingo for Post Prom
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32388-lets-glow-bingo-for-post-prom/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTSTAMP:20260517T011928
CREATED:20260304T212555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T212555Z
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SUMMARY:Tuskegee Airmen and Airwomen Display
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32267-tuskegee-airmen-and-airwomen-display-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTSTAMP:20260517T011928
CREATED:20260227T205319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T205410Z
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SUMMARY:A New Sunrise – Performance by Three Chicks & A Stage
DESCRIPTION:A New Sunrise \nArsenic & Old… Wait\, What?  Join Three Chicks & A Stage for a hilariously dark comedy\, A New Sunrise\, featuring two charming\, eccentric elderly ladies who show up on the porch of the local funeral home\, ready to sip wine laced with poison and check out in style!  “We thought the town could drive by and pay their respects and not have to bother about getting out.  A kind of drive-in viewing…” \nPerformances are on Thursday\, March 12 and Friday\, March 13 at Tuscan Hills Winery \nTickets are $10. \nDoors open at 6:00 PM – Curtain at 7:00 PM.  Enter via The Stellar Cellar door. \nCash bar & food will be available. \nTickets are only available at the door.  First come\, first served! \nDon’t miss this twisted tale of wit\, wine\, and whimsy!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31860-31860/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTSTAMP:20260517T011928
CREATED:20260219T163757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T171622Z
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SUMMARY:Fish Fry for Beecher City Tri-County Firefighters
DESCRIPTION:The Beecher City Area Kluthe Center is at the Beecher City Community Park. \nContact:  Doug Ray at 217-500-4383
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31056-fish-fry-for-beecher-city-tri-county-firefighters/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260216T152219Z
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SUMMARY:Fish or Ham Meal at VFW
DESCRIPTION:The VFW Auxiliary in Effingham\, Post 1769 on Veterans Drive\, are having a meal on Friday\, March 13th. \nServing will be from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. \nOn the menu:  Fish or Ham\, oven baked potatoes\, vegetable\, dessert\, coffee\, tea\, or lemonade. \nPrice:  $8.00 \nFor more information\, contact President\, Chuck Meyers at 217-343-8313.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30668-fish-or-ham-meal-at-vfw/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260122T162314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T162314Z
UID:28408-1773360000-1773446399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Hometown Showdown Trivia Night in Teutopolis
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28408-hometown-showdown-trivia-night-in-teutopolis/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260311T160706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T160809Z
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SUMMARY:Free Bees Program
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham County Home & Community Education Association will be sponsoring a program on “Bees” on Thursday\, March 12\, at 1:00 at the U. of I. Extension Center.  The Center is located at 1209 Wenthe Drive in Effingham. \nThe speaker for the program will be Larry Quicksall\, area resident\, known for his knowledge of bees. \nThe program is open to the public.  There is no admission fee. \nFor further information\, you may contact 217-343-1672.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32700-free-bees-program/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260304T212409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T212525Z
UID:32265-1773273600-1773359999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Tuskegee Airmen and Airwomen Display
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32265-tuskegee-airmen-and-airwomen-display-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260227T204343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T205339Z
UID:31840-1773273600-1773359999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:A New Sunrise - Performance by Three Chicks & A Stage
DESCRIPTION:A New Sunrise \nArsenic & Old… Wait\, What?  Join Three Chicks & A Stage for a hilariously dark comedy\, A New Sunrise\, featuring two charming\, eccentric elderly ladies who show up on the porch of the local funeral home\, ready to sip wine laced with poison and check out in style!  “We thought the town could drive by and pay their respects and not have to bother about getting out.  A kind of drive-in viewing…” \nPerformances are on Thursday\, March 12 and Friday\, March 13 at Tuscan Hills Winery \nTickets are $10. \nDoors open at 6:00 PM – Curtain at 7:00 PM.  Enter via The Stellar Cellar door. \nCash bar & food will be available. \nTickets are only available at the door.  First come\, first served! \nDon’t miss this twisted tale of wit\, wine\, and whimsy!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31840-a-new-sunrise-performance-by-three-chicks-a-stage/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260227T170053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T170319Z
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SUMMARY:The History of Barlow Lock & Security - Presentation
DESCRIPTION:ECCCMA’s lecture on Thursday\, March 12th\, will be “The History of Barlow Lock & Security” presented by Cathy Bierman. \nThe lecture will be held on the 2nd floor of the Effingham County Museum at 110 East Jefferson Street in Effingham. \nDoors will open at 6:30 pm and the lecture begins at 7 pm. \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31826-the-history-of-barlow-lock-security-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260212T203829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T204109Z
UID:30558-1773273600-1773359999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Teutopolis Boys Golf Raffle of Cardinals Green Seats
DESCRIPTION:Teutopolis Boys Golf is selling raffle tickets to win 4 Cardinals Green Seats.  This includes the Cardinals Club Buffett\, a Parking Pass\, and In-Seat Food and Beverage. \nThe game is TBD. \nRaffle Tickets are:  1/$20\, 3/$50\, or 7/$100.  They’ll be available until close to Opening Day\, March 26. \nTo get your chances\, reach out to Mike Wilson\, who accepts Venmo @MikeWils13.  Will need your name and cellphone number. \nThanks for your support of Teutopolis Boys Golf!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30558-30558/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260212T154400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T155242Z
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SUMMARY:Free Children's Orthopedic Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham Elks 1016 Lodge\, in cooperation with the Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation\, will sponsor a free children’s orthopedic assessment clinic on Thursday\, March 12. \nThe Clinic starts at 8:00 AM and is by-appointment only.  To make an appointment\, call the Illinois Elks Children’s Care office at 1-800-272-0074 between the hours of 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM\, Monday through Friday. \nThe Elks will hold the clinic at the Sarah Bush Lincoln Bonutti Clinic\, 1303 West Evergreen Avenue\, in Effingham.  Dr. Timothy Gray will be the clinician in charge. \nThere are no charges for any services at this clinic. \nNo medical referral is necessary. \nThe clinic is an ideal time to have a child reviewed for bone and joint development.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30501-free-childrens-orthopedic-clinic-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260209T162443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T162443Z
UID:30171-1773273600-1773359999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Tax Preparation with Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30171-free-tax-preparation-with-catholic-charities-14/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260304T212332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T212332Z
UID:32263-1773187200-1773273599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Tuskegee Airmen and Airwomen Display
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32263-tuskegee-airmen-and-airwomen-display-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260304T153622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T154216Z
UID:32226-1773187200-1773273599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Food Pantry at Calvary Baptist Church
DESCRIPTION:The Calvary Baptist Church Food Pantry will take orders for bags of food on Monday\, March 9th\, from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.  Call 217-342-6671 to place order. \nPickup will be on Wednesday\, March 11th\, between 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. \nAll are welcome.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32226-food-pantry-at-calvary-baptist-church-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260209T162549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T162617Z
UID:30173-1773187200-1773273599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Tax Preparation with Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30173-free-tax-preparation-with-catholic-charities-15/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260204T173345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T173515Z
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SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries March Distributions
DESCRIPTION:Enduring Freedom Ministries March Distributions: \nTuesday\, March 3rd from 4 – 6p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nTuesday\, March 10th from 4 – 6p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nWednesday\, March 11th from noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nSaturday\, March 14th from 9 – noon\, Mason location at 861 West Washington Street \nWednesday\, March 18th from noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nSaturday\, March 28th from 8:30 – noon\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nWe ask that the families call and make an appointment for our Shumway & Mason Distributions.  Call 217-240-0059 or 217-868-5293 or go to our website:  www.my-christian-space.com \nEnduring Freedom Ministries is free and for everyone!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29813-29813/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260311
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260305T174852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T214229Z
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SUMMARY:Free Problem Gambling Screenings
DESCRIPTION:March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month \nHour House\, in partnership with the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)\, recognizes March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM).  This year’s theme\, “Caring Communities\, Stronger Futures” emphasizes the importance of a community-driven approach to problem gambling awareness and support.  The annual campaign aims to increase public awareness of problem gambling and the availability of prevention\, treatment\, and recovery services\, as well as encourage healthcare providers to screen for problem gambling and connect individuals to appropriate support. \nProblem gambling\, defined as gambling behaviors that disrupt or damage personal\, family\, or professional lives\, affects millions of Americans.  In the U.S. 2.5 million adults (1%) are estimated to meet the criteria for a severe gambling problem in a given year. Another 5–8 million (2–3%) are considered to have mild or moderate gambling problems.  Additionally\, in the past year\, approximately 20 million American adults reported experiencing at least one indicator of problematic gambling behavior. \n“Our community isn’t defined by its challenges; it is defined by how we respond. When we come\ntogether with compassion\, understanding\, and proactive solutions\, we can effectively address\ngambling-related harm and help shape stronger futures.” — Amy Bullington\, Gambling Coordinator \n  \nA Community-Driven Approach to Awareness and Support \nThroughout March\, Hour House will lead efforts focused on increasing public understanding of problem gambling and ensuring individuals are aware of the available prevention\, education\, treatment\, and recovery services in their community.  Activities will include: \n● March 10\, National Gambling Disorder Screening Day – FREE gambling screenings available 9am-3pm by calling 217-258-6018 or by visiting 513 North 13th Street in Mattoon\n● Gambling awareness social media campaigns \nThese efforts reflect a simple truth: when community comes together — friends\, families\, educators\, healthcare providers\, local partners\, and policymakers — silence is replaced with support\, and isolation is replaced with connection.  To learn more about problem gambling\, please visit NCPGambling.org/FAQs  \nHour House encourages local media\, partners\, and residents to join the effort by sharing resources\, uplifting stories of those in recovery\, and helping connect people to available support. \nIf you or someone you know is struggling with a gambling problem\, the National Problem Gambling Helpline TM offers free\, confidential support 24/7: \nCall 1-800-MY-RESET\nText 800GAM\nChat at www.NCPGambling.org/chat
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32328-free-problem-gambling-screenings/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260311
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260304T212239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T212308Z
UID:32258-1773100800-1773187199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Tuskegee Airmen and Airwomen Display
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32258-tuskegee-airmen-and-airwomen-display/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260311
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260224T163636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T163835Z
UID:31454-1773100800-1773187199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free At-Home Colon Cancer Screening Tests
DESCRIPTION:No Prep\, No Procedure\, No Excuses:  HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Offering Free\, At-Home Colon Cancer Screening Tests in March \nColon cancer screening just got easier. \nDuring Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March\, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is giving away at-home screening tests while highlighting that colorectal cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer deaths in the United States when cases for men and women are combined\, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). \nIndividuals aged 45 or older\, or those with an immediate family member diagnosed with colon cancer\, are eligible for a free InSure ONE at-home screening test with instructions\, from March 1 through March 31. \nTests can be picked up from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays at St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital\, 503 N. Maple St.\, in the presurgical testing department\, while supplies last.  For easy access\, please enter through the presurgical testing entrance on the hospital’s north side.  Samples must be returned to the department by April 1.  Please note this screening test is not a substitute for a colonoscopy. \nThis simple\, easy test saves lives.  Early detection is key to successful treatment of colorectal cancer\, with nearly 90% of patients diagnosed at an early stage experiencing a five-year survival rate\, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  Although overall death rates have fallen during the past decade due to increased screening and improved treatments\, the same does not hold true for younger adults.  For people under 55\, death rates have been increasing about 1% per year since the mid-2000s\, according to the ACS. \nFor more information regarding this colorectal cancer screening event\, call 217-347-1858.  For more information about HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital\, visit stanthonyshospital.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31454-31454/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260311
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260223T210203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T210417Z
UID:31337-1773100800-1773187199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:ImpactLife Blood Drive at HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31337-impactlife-blood-drive-at-hshs-st-anthonys-memorial-hospital-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260311
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260216T213545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T225223Z
UID:30797-1773100800-1773187199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Storm Spotter Training in Effingham
DESCRIPTION:The Severe Storm Spotter Training Class has been CANCELLED\, due to the threat of severe weather. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30797-storm-spotter-training-in-effingham/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260311
DTSTAMP:20260517T011929
CREATED:20260209T162412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T162412Z
UID:30169-1773100800-1773187199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Tax Preparation with Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30169-free-tax-preparation-with-catholic-charities-13/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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