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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260116
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UID:26848-1768435200-1768521599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Angeled Kids Foster Closet & Resale
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26848-angeled-kids-foster-closet-resale-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20260102T152216Z
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UID:26569-1768435200-1768521599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Teen And Mom Yoga and Breast Cancer Awareness
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham County Health Department\, Flying Buddha Fitness\, and the Effingham Public Library will host a free Teen and Mom Yoga and Breast Cancer Awareness Program at 5:30 p.m. Thursday\, January 15\, in the Library’s Workman Room. \nThe program invites teens and young women to attend with a mother\, aunt\, caregiver or other trusted adult.  Vicki Funneman of Flying Buddha Fitness\, a certified yoga instructor\, will lead participants through easy yoga movements and partner poses suitable for beginners.  Participants are encouraged to wear clothing that they can move easily in and to bring a yoga mat\, if they have access to one. \nCatherine Bailey from the Effingham County Health Department will provide an introduction to breast cancer prevention and early detection\, including the importance of starting monthly breast self-exams in your early 20s. \nThe event is funded by a Carolyn Adams Ticket for the Cure – Community Outreach Grant from the Illinois Department of Public Health\, which supports expanded outreach and education on breast cancer prevention\, screening\, and support services in Effingham County. \nDoor Prizes are sponsored by the Prevent Cancer Foundation. \nThe event is free\, but registration is required through the Effingham Public Library’s website http://www.effinghamlibrary.org and https://effinghamlibrary.libnet.info/event/15372969 \nMore information is available by calling Catherine Bailey\, from the Effingham County Health Department at 217-342-1134.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26569-teen-and-mom-yoga/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251230T160147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T160330Z
UID:26302-1768435200-1768521599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Tree Collections For Fish Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists are collecting live Christmas trees to be used as fish habitat in local lakes after the holidays.  The collected trees will be bundled together\, weighted\, and submerged at lakes\, providing critical habitat for multiple fish species and promoting algae growth for insects that attract fish for anglers.  The trees will naturally decompose over time. \nMaps and coordinates of the tree habitat locations are available online or from each lake’s biologist.  Visit the IDNR Office of Fisheries website for drop-off location information and instructions. Trees should be placed only in the designated area for each site and only during the designated drop-off dates.  Trees must be free of stands\, lights\, ornaments\, and tinsel.  Wreaths and garlands will not be accepted. \nDrop-off locations and dates include the following: \nFayette County:  Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area near boat ramp. \nJasper County:  Newton State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area on northwest side of the parking lot near boat ramp. \nSam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees in designated area near southwest boat ramp. \nStephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees near in the designated area near the boat ramp. \nShelby County:  Johnstowne Mall\nUntil March 1\nPlace trees in designated area northwest corner of parking lot.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26302-26302/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20260109T172556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T172903Z
UID:27149-1768348800-1768435199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Traveling Holocaust Exhibit at EIU
DESCRIPTION:Eastern Illinois University is hosting a Traveling Holocaust Exhibit in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. \nThe Auschwitz Experience in the Art of Prisoners\, a traveling exhibit about the Holocaust\, will be displayed in the West Reading Room at Booth Library on the EIU Campus\, located at 600 Lincoln Avenue in Charleston\, from January 11th – 29th. \nThe exhibit\, created by the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum in Poland\, features artwork by 12 Holocaust survivors who documented their experiences in the Auschwitz Concentration Camp\, the largest German Concentration and extermination camp during WWII.  Visitors will be able to see these profound pieces of art\, including 60 paintings and drawings displayed thematically on 24-panels. \nThis will mark the second year that Booth Library has partnered with the Champaign-Urbana Jewish Federation’s Holocaust Education Center to host a traveling exhibit surrounding International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27th.  The two organizations hope to continue this partnership as an annual tradition\, seeking to expand education opportunities and develop an atmosphere of tolerance and community. \nThe exhibit will be open to the public: \nSunday – Thursday:  Noon – 6:00 PM \nFriday and Saturday:  Noon – 5:00 PM \nGroup and classroom tours may be arranged by emailing hec@cujf.org or calling 217-367-9872.  For more information\, visit www.cujf.org/hec
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27149-27149/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20260106T161439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T161703Z
UID:26805-1768348800-1768435199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Food Pantry - Calvary Baptist Church
DESCRIPTION:The Calvary Baptist Church Food Pantry will be taking orders for food bags on Monday\, January 12th\, from 4:00 – 5:30.  Call 217-342-6671 to place your order. \nDrive-up Pickup is on Wednesday\, January 14th\, from 4:00 – 5:00pm. \nAnyone needing assistance is encouraged to call 217-342-6671.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26805-food-pantry-calvary-baptist-church-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251208T213147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T213147Z
UID:24669-1768348800-1768435199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries January Dates
DESCRIPTION:Enduring Freedom Ministries January Dates: \nTuesday\, January 6th\, 4 – 6pm\, Shumway \nSaturday\, January 10th\, 9a.m. – noon\, Mason \nTuesday\, January 13th\, 4 – 6pm\, Shumway \nWednesday\, January 14th\, noon – 2pm\, Shumway \nWednesday\, January 21st\, noon – 2pm\, Shumway \nSaturday\, January 31st\, 8:30 – noon\, Shumway \nPlease call 217-868-5293 or 217-240-0059 to sign up\, or go to our website and book your own date & time:  www.my-christian-space.com then select either Shumway or Mason. \nShumway location is at (old grade school) 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nMason location is at 861 E. Washington Street\, Mason (Mason Civic Center)
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24669-enduring-freedom-ministries-january-dates-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20260107T214415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T214415Z
UID:26965-1768262400-1768348799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Seeds in the Snow - Program at Library
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26965-seeds-in-the-snow-program-at-library/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251230T160116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T160318Z
UID:26300-1768262400-1768348799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Tree Collections For Fish Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists are collecting live Christmas trees to be used as fish habitat in local lakes after the holidays.  The collected trees will be bundled together\, weighted\, and submerged at lakes\, providing critical habitat for multiple fish species and promoting algae growth for insects that attract fish for anglers.  The trees will naturally decompose over time. \nMaps and coordinates of the tree habitat locations are available online or from each lake’s biologist.  Visit the IDNR Office of Fisheries website for drop-off location information and instructions. Trees should be placed only in the designated area for each site and only during the designated drop-off dates.  Trees must be free of stands\, lights\, ornaments\, and tinsel.  Wreaths and garlands will not be accepted. \nDrop-off locations and dates include the following: \nFayette County:  Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area near boat ramp. \nJasper County:  Newton State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area on northwest side of the parking lot near boat ramp. \nSam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees in designated area near southwest boat ramp. \nStephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees near in the designated area near the boat ramp. \nShelby County:  Johnstowne Mall\nUntil March 1\nPlace trees in designated area northwest corner of parking lot.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26300-26300/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251226T162034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T162251Z
UID:26059-1768262400-1768348799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Emancipation Proclamation On Display
DESCRIPTION:A copy of the Emancipation Proclamation signed by Abraham Lincoln is now on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum\, giving the public a rare chance to see the historic document. \nLincoln’s proclamation ordered an end to slavery in Southern states that took up arms against the United States during the Civil War\, which included more than three-fourths of the nation’s enslaved African Americans.  U.S. soldiers carried palm-sized copies of the Emancipation Proclamation on their march across the South to help spread the word of freedom. \nThe Emancipation Proclamation will be visible through February 3\, when it will be replaced by the only photo of Lincoln lying in state after his assassination. \n“This document and Lincoln’s signature provide a concrete connection to an incredible moment – the beginning of the end of slavery in America\,” said Christina Shutt\, executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. “We are proud to give our visitors an additional chance to see it for themselves and to reflect on what it took to free four million Americans from enslavement.” \nTypically\, the ALPLM displays the proclamation during a brief window around Juneteenth\, the holiday celebrating the end of slavery in America.  But a new display case using cutting-edge technology now allows the ALPLM to display rare documents much longer while still minimizing the amount of harmful light they receive. \nThe ALPLM’s copy of the proclamation is one of about two dozen remaining.  It is signed by both Lincoln and Secretary of State William Seward.  These copies were made and then signed by Lincoln so they could be sold to raise money for the care of sick and wounded soldiers. \nFor more information\, visit www.PresidentLincoln.illinois.gov.  You can follow the ALPLM on Facebook\, X/Twitter and Instagram.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26059-26059/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251217T171437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T171437Z
UID:25452-1768262400-1768348799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Elks Trade Scholarship Available
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/25452-elks-trade-scholarship-available-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251208T213052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T213109Z
UID:24665-1768262400-1768348799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries January Dates
DESCRIPTION:Enduring Freedom Ministries January Dates: \nTuesday\, January 6th\, 4 – 6pm\, Shumway \nSaturday\, January 10th\, 9a.m. – noon\, Mason \nTuesday\, January 13th\, 4 – 6pm\, Shumway \nWednesday\, January 14th\, noon – 2pm\, Shumway \nWednesday\, January 21st\, noon – 2pm\, Shumway \nSaturday\, January 31st\, 8:30 – noon\, Shumway \nPlease call 217-868-5293 or 217-240-0059 to sign up\, or go to our website and book your own date & time:  www.my-christian-space.com then select either Shumway or Mason. \nShumway location is at (old grade school) 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nMason location is at 861 E. Washington Street\, Mason (Mason Civic Center)
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24665-enduring-freedom-ministries-january-dates-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20250827T155652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T155729Z
UID:16971-1768262400-1768348799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool STEM Squad
DESCRIPTION:This program will run through May 2026.  If someone misses a session\, that’s no problem\, as participants can register for another date.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16971-homeschool-stem-squad-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251226T163705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T164357Z
UID:26075-1768176000-1768262399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:ImpactLife Blood Drive in Effingham
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26075-impactlife-blood-drive-in-effingham-9/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251223T172459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T172922Z
UID:25926-1768176000-1768262399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in January
DESCRIPTION:American Red Cross Blood Drives in January: \nJanuary 1\, Thursday\, St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church\, Charleston\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nJanuary 4\, Sunday\, St Joseph Stringtown Community Club\, Stringtown\, 6:30 AM – Noon \nJanuary 5\, Monday\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 6\, Tuesday\, Casey United Methodist Church\, Noon – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 9\, Friday\, Masonic Lodge\, Mattoon \, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nJanuary 9\, Friday\, American Legion\, Sullivan\, Noon – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 12\, Monday\, Lions Club Building\, Noble\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 19\, Monday\, Charleston First Church of God\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \nJanuary 20\, Tuesday\, First Baptist Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \nJanuary 23\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church\, Effingham\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \nJanuary 26\, Monday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \nJanuary 27\, Tuesday\, Lake Land College\, Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \nCome to give from January 1 – 25 for a chance to win a trip for 2 to Super Bowl LX in Cali!  More info at:  rcblood.org/SuperBowl \nCome give blood from January 26 – 27 for a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.   See rcblood.org/heart
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/25926-25926/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20260106T202337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T202405Z
UID:26822-1768089600-1768175999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bridal Expo
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26822-bridal-expo/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20260106T153726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T161205Z
UID:26799-1768089600-1768175999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fundraiser for Cassidy Scott
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26799-fundraiser-for-cassidy-scott/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251230T160044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T160311Z
UID:26298-1768089600-1768175999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Tree Collections For Fish Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists are collecting live Christmas trees to be used as fish habitat in local lakes after the holidays.  The collected trees will be bundled together\, weighted\, and submerged at lakes\, providing critical habitat for multiple fish species and promoting algae growth for insects that attract fish for anglers.  The trees will naturally decompose over time. \nMaps and coordinates of the tree habitat locations are available online or from each lake’s biologist.  Visit the IDNR Office of Fisheries website for drop-off location information and instructions. Trees should be placed only in the designated area for each site and only during the designated drop-off dates.  Trees must be free of stands\, lights\, ornaments\, and tinsel.  Wreaths and garlands will not be accepted. \nDrop-off locations and dates include the following: \nFayette County:  Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area near boat ramp. \nJasper County:  Newton State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area on northwest side of the parking lot near boat ramp. \nSam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees in designated area near southwest boat ramp. \nStephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees near in the designated area near the boat ramp. \nShelby County:  Johnstowne Mall\nUntil March 1\nPlace trees in designated area northwest corner of parking lot.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26298-26298/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251229T164901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T165059Z
UID:26183-1768089600-1768175999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:ImpactLife Blood Drive At Sacred Heart Church - Effingham
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26183-impactlife-blood-drive-at-sacred-heart-church-effingham/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20260108T204445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T205125Z
UID:27056-1768089600-1768175999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Traveling Holocaust Exhibit at EIU
DESCRIPTION:Eastern Illinois University is hosting a Traveling Holocaust Exhibit in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. \nThe Auschwitz Experience in the Art of Prisoners\, a traveling exhibit about the Holocaust\, will be displayed in the West Reading Room at Booth Library on the EIU Campus\, located at 600 Lincoln Avenue in Charleston\, from January 11th – 29th. \nThe exhibit\, created by the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum in Poland\, features artwork by 12 Holocaust survivors who documented their experiences in the Auschwitz Concentration Camp\, the largest German Concentration and extermination camp during WWII.  Visitors will be able to see these profound pieces of art\, including 60 paintings and drawings displayed thematically on 24-panels. \nThis will mark the second year that Booth Library has partnered with the Champaign-Urbana Jewish Federation’s Holocaust Education Center to host a traveling exhibit surrounding International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27th.  The two organizations hope to continue this partnership as an annual tradition\, seeking to expand education opportunities and develop an atmosphere of tolerance and community. \nThe exhibit will be open to the public: \nSunday – Thursday:  Noon – 6:00 PM \nFriday and Saturday:  Noon – 5:00 PM \nGroup and classroom tours may be arranged by emailing hec@cujf.org or calling 217-367-9872.  For more information\, visit www.cujf.org/hec
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27056-traveling-holocaust-exhibit-at-eiu/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260111
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251208T212611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T213009Z
UID:24663-1768003200-1768089599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries January Dates
DESCRIPTION:Enduring Freedom Ministries January Dates: \nTuesday\, January 6th\, 4 – 6pm\, Shumway \nSaturday\, January 10th\, 9a.m. – noon\, Mason \nTuesday\, January 13th\, 4 – 6pm\, Shumway \nWednesday\, January 14th\, noon – 2pm\, Shumway \nWednesday\, January 21st\, noon – 2pm\, Shumway \nSaturday\, January 31st\, 8:30 – noon\, Shumway \nPlease call 217-868-5293 or 217-240-0059 to sign up\, or go to our website and book your own date & time:  www.my-christian-space.com then select either Shumway or Mason. \nShumway location is at (old grade school) 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nMason location is at 861 E. Washington Street\, Mason (Mason Civic Center)
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24663-enduring-freedom-ministries-january-dates-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260111
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20260105T152753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T153610Z
UID:26684-1768003200-1768089599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Mason Breakfast Buffet for Edgewood Bi-County Fire Department
DESCRIPTION:Mason Christian Church Community Breakfast Outreach will host an All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet on Saturday\, January 10th\, from 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. \nThe menu for the breakfast includes: \nPancakes\nSausage\nBiscuits & Gravy\nScrambled Eggs\nHomemade Cinnamon Rolls\nMilk\, Juice\, and Coffee \nPrice: \nAges 13 – Adult:  $7.00\nAges 4 – 12:  $3.00\nAges 3 & under:  Free \nProceeds from this breakfast will go to the Edgewood Bi-County Fire Department. \nMason Christian Church is located just off of Route 37 in Mason. \nFor more information please call the church at 618-226-4152.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26684-mason-breakfast-buffet-for-edgewood-bi-county-fire-department/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260110
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251230T160013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T160304Z
UID:26296-1767916800-1768003199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Tree Collections For Fish Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists are collecting live Christmas trees to be used as fish habitat in local lakes after the holidays.  The collected trees will be bundled together\, weighted\, and submerged at lakes\, providing critical habitat for multiple fish species and promoting algae growth for insects that attract fish for anglers.  The trees will naturally decompose over time. \nMaps and coordinates of the tree habitat locations are available online or from each lake’s biologist.  Visit the IDNR Office of Fisheries website for drop-off location information and instructions. Trees should be placed only in the designated area for each site and only during the designated drop-off dates.  Trees must be free of stands\, lights\, ornaments\, and tinsel.  Wreaths and garlands will not be accepted. \nDrop-off locations and dates include the following: \nFayette County:  Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area near boat ramp. \nJasper County:  Newton State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area on northwest side of the parking lot near boat ramp. \nSam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees in designated area near southwest boat ramp. \nStephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees near in the designated area near the boat ramp. \nShelby County:  Johnstowne Mall\nUntil March 1\nPlace trees in designated area northwest corner of parking lot.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26296-26296/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260110
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251223T172432Z
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UID:25924-1767916800-1768003199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in January
DESCRIPTION:American Red Cross Blood Drives in January: \nJanuary 1\, Thursday\, St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church\, Charleston\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nJanuary 4\, Sunday\, St Joseph Stringtown Community Club\, Stringtown\, 6:30 AM – Noon \nJanuary 5\, Monday\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 6\, Tuesday\, Casey United Methodist Church\, Noon – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 9\, Friday\, Masonic Lodge\, Mattoon \, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nJanuary 9\, Friday\, American Legion\, Sullivan\, Noon – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 12\, Monday\, Lions Club Building\, Noble\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 19\, Monday\, Charleston First Church of God\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \nJanuary 20\, Tuesday\, First Baptist Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \nJanuary 23\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church\, Effingham\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \nJanuary 26\, Monday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \nJanuary 27\, Tuesday\, Lake Land College\, Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \nCome to give from January 1 – 25 for a chance to win a trip for 2 to Super Bowl LX in Cali!  More info at:  rcblood.org/SuperBowl \nCome give blood from January 26 – 27 for a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.   See rcblood.org/heart
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/25924-25924/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260109
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20260107T161840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T151415Z
UID:26921-1767830400-1767916799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer Walkers/Visitors at Memory Care Facility
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are needed to walk with\, or even just visit with\, residents at Willowbrook Memory Care Facility in Effingham\, on weekends. \nIf interested\, call Molly Fearday at 217-994-3364.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26921-volunteer-walkers-visitors-at-memory-care-facility/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260109
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20260102T154243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T154553Z
UID:26585-1767830400-1767916799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:165th Anniversary of Dieterich's St. John Lutheran Church - Historical Presentation
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, January 8\, the Effingham County Museum will present the second lecture of their historical series.  The lecture will be the “165th Anniversary of St. John Lutheran Church – Dieterich\, Illinois” presented by Scott Wohltman. \nThe lecture will be held on the 2nd floor at the Effingham County Museum\, located at 110 East Jefferson Street. \nDoors open at 6:30 PM and the lecture begins at 7:00 PM. \nThis lecture was rescheduled from December due to inclement weather.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26585-165th-anniversary-of-dieterichs-st-john-lutheran-church-historical-presentation-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260109
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251222T161618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T161618Z
UID:25798-1767830400-1767916799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Auditions for "Quest - A Play To Rule Them All"
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/25798-auditions-for-quest-a-play-to-rule-them-all-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260108
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20260106T213625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T213803Z
UID:26833-1767744000-1767830399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Angeled Kids Foster Closet & Resale
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26833-angeled-kids-foster-closet-resale/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260108
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251230T155948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T160258Z
UID:26294-1767744000-1767830399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Tree Collections For Fish Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists are collecting live Christmas trees to be used as fish habitat in local lakes after the holidays.  The collected trees will be bundled together\, weighted\, and submerged at lakes\, providing critical habitat for multiple fish species and promoting algae growth for insects that attract fish for anglers.  The trees will naturally decompose over time. \nMaps and coordinates of the tree habitat locations are available online or from each lake’s biologist.  Visit the IDNR Office of Fisheries website for drop-off location information and instructions. Trees should be placed only in the designated area for each site and only during the designated drop-off dates.  Trees must be free of stands\, lights\, ornaments\, and tinsel.  Wreaths and garlands will not be accepted. \nDrop-off locations and dates include the following: \nFayette County:  Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area near boat ramp. \nJasper County:  Newton State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area on northwest side of the parking lot near boat ramp. \nSam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees in designated area near southwest boat ramp. \nStephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees near in the designated area near the boat ramp. \nShelby County:  Johnstowne Mall\nUntil March 1\nPlace trees in designated area northwest corner of parking lot.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26294-26294/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260108
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251226T162011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T162246Z
UID:26057-1767744000-1767830399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Emancipation Proclamation On Display
DESCRIPTION:A copy of the Emancipation Proclamation signed by Abraham Lincoln is now on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum\, giving the public a rare chance to see the historic document. \nLincoln’s proclamation ordered an end to slavery in Southern states that took up arms against the United States during the Civil War\, which included more than three-fourths of the nation’s enslaved African Americans.  U.S. soldiers carried palm-sized copies of the Emancipation Proclamation on their march across the South to help spread the word of freedom. \nThe Emancipation Proclamation will be visible through February 3\, when it will be replaced by the only photo of Lincoln lying in state after his assassination. \n“This document and Lincoln’s signature provide a concrete connection to an incredible moment – the beginning of the end of slavery in America\,” said Christina Shutt\, executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. “We are proud to give our visitors an additional chance to see it for themselves and to reflect on what it took to free four million Americans from enslavement.” \nTypically\, the ALPLM displays the proclamation during a brief window around Juneteenth\, the holiday celebrating the end of slavery in America.  But a new display case using cutting-edge technology now allows the ALPLM to display rare documents much longer while still minimizing the amount of harmful light they receive. \nThe ALPLM’s copy of the proclamation is one of about two dozen remaining.  It is signed by both Lincoln and Secretary of State William Seward.  These copies were made and then signed by Lincoln so they could be sold to raise money for the care of sick and wounded soldiers. \nFor more information\, visit www.PresidentLincoln.illinois.gov.  You can follow the ALPLM on Facebook\, X/Twitter and Instagram.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26057-26057/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260108
DTSTAMP:20260518T001840
CREATED:20251024T150919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T151124Z
UID:21444-1767744000-1767830399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Energy Assistance Program Starts
DESCRIPTION:The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is now available for income qualified households. \nThe 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 bills and furnace assistance for inoperable heating systems. \nApplications will be taken on a first-come\, first-served basis\, now through August 15\, 2026\, or until funding is exhausted.  Households that receive a one-time benefit may return during the program year for a Reconnection Assistance or Furnace Assistance benefit(s)\, if needed. \nThe program has expanded eligibility this year.  Households must be at or below 60% of the state median income to receive a benefit from LIHEAP.  The 30-day income guidelines for LIHEAP are based on State Median Income\, Federal Poverty Guidelines\, and the number of people living in the household.  The income guidelines are as follows: 1 – $3\,332; 2 – $4\,357; 3 – $5\,382; 4 – $6\,407. Go to www.cefseoc.org or www.liheapillinois.com to know income limits for households with 5 members and more. \nTo apply\, the following documentation is required: \n1.  Proof of gross income from all household members for the prior 30-day period beginning with the date of application.\n2.  For all customers new to LIHEAP\, and/or for new household members of previous customers\, proof of Social Security numbers (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) for all household members.  Individuals without an SSN or ITIN can still apply and CEFS will advise accordingly.\n3.  A copy of current heat and electric bills issued within the last 30 days.\n4.  Cash assistance is available for renters who can provide a copy of their lease/rental agreement showing their heating costs are included in the rent.\n5.  Other documents may be needed based on your household situation.  If you have questions regarding this\, please call our office. \nAppointments can be made by contacting the CEFS Effingham County Outreach office at 1010 W. Jefferson St. Effingham\, phone 217-347-7514 Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nIn order that no one is denied the opportunity to make an application we will continue to take applications in person or by phone.  Required documentation can be submitted in-person\, mail or electronically.  If you require any special accommodation\, please contact the local CEFS Outreach office in your county to arrange. \nIncome eligible LIHEAP customers of Ameren Illinois will continue to receive a monthly discount on their natural gas bill through the Low-Income Discount Rates.  Visit liheapillinois.com or www.cefseoc.org to know more details.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/21444-21444/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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