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SUMMARY:Effingham County Fair Event Schedule
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CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260804
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260805
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SUMMARY:Community Showcase at Effingham County Fair
DESCRIPTION:Community Showcase at Effingham County Fair \nSunday\, August 2 at 2:30 only: \nMachine Applique – Mari Grupe – Schallerts Sewing Center \n  \nMonday\, August 3 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nWhat’s The Buzz – Josh and Tera Bell – Bell’s Bees \n  \nTuesday\, August 4 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nToday’s Victory Garden – Effingham County Master Gardeners \n  \nWednesday\, August 5 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nLet’s Eat Food – Valena Soltwedel \n  \nThursday\, August 6 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nCut It Out – Cricut 101 – Julie Hicks \n  \nFriday\, August 7 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nGreeting Cards – Thoughtful and Handmade – Carolyn Myers
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42580-community-showcase-at-effingham-county-fair-9/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260804
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTSTAMP:20260715T140044Z
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SUMMARY:4-H Show Schedule - Effingham County Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42505-4-h-show-schedule-effingham-county-fair-7/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260804
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTSTAMP:20260706T170413Z
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SUMMARY:Ramblin' Rose in Shelbyville
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41869-ramblin-rose-in-shelbyville/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260804
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTSTAMP:20260701T152938Z
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SUMMARY:Little Miss Pigtail Contest
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41540-little-miss-pigtail-contest-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260804
DTSTAMP:20260716T204020Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T204020Z
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SUMMARY:Effingham County Fair Event Schedule
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42627-effingham-county-fair-event-schedule-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260804
DTSTAMP:20260716T141422Z
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SUMMARY:Community Showcase at Effingham County Fair
DESCRIPTION:Community Showcase at Effingham County Fair \nSunday\, August 2 at 2:30 only: \nMachine Applique – Mari Grupe – Schallerts Sewing Center \n  \nMonday\, August 3 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nWhat’s The Buzz – Josh and Tera Bell – Bell’s Bees \n  \nTuesday\, August 4 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nToday’s Victory Garden – Effingham County Master Gardeners \n  \nWednesday\, August 5 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nLet’s Eat Food – Valerie Soltwedel \n  \nThursday\, August 6 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nCut It Out – Cricut 101 – Julie Hicks \n  \nFriday\, August 7 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nGreeting Cards – Thoughtful and Handmade – Carolyn Myers
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42578-community-showcase-at-effingham-county-fair-8/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260804
DTSTAMP:20260715T140009Z
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SUMMARY:4-H Show Schedule - Effingham County Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42503-4-h-show-schedule-effingham-county-fair-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Effingham Co. Fair Kentucky Derby Hat Contest
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham County Fair Kentucky Derby Hat Contest will be held Sunday\, August 2 under the grandstand. It is open to women\, men and children of all ages. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. and judging is at noon. There is a $5 entry fee for each category you enter. The first prize is $50 with second prize $30\, third prize $15 and fourth prize $5. Proceeds will go to the Woo Hoo Sisterhood.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42950-effingham-co-fair-kentucky-derby-hat-contest/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTSTAMP:20260728T232501Z
CREATED:20260728T232501Z
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SUMMARY:Holy Cross Catholic Church Picnic
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43189-holy-cross-catholic-church-picnic/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTSTAMP:20260728T193229Z
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SUMMARY:ImpactLife Blood Drive at Sacred Heart Church in Effingham
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43170-impactlife-blood-drive-at-sacred-heart-church-in-effingham/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
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SUMMARY:Effingham County Fair Event Schedule
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42625-effingham-county-fair-event-schedule-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTSTAMP:20260716T141406Z
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SUMMARY:Community Showcase at Effingham County Fair
DESCRIPTION:Community Showcase at Effingham County Fair \nSunday\, August 2 at 2:30 only: \nMachine Applique – Mari Grupe – Schallerts Sewing Center \n  \nMonday\, August 3 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nWhat’s The Buzz – Josh and Tera Bell – Bell’s Bees \n  \nTuesday\, August 4 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nToday’s Victory Garden – Effingham County Master Gardeners \n  \nWednesday\, August 5 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nLet’s Eat Food – Valerie Soltwedel \n  \nThursday\, August 6 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nCut It Out – Cricut 101 – Julie Hicks \n  \nFriday\, August 7 at 3:30 and 5:30 \nGreeting Cards – Thoughtful and Handmade – Carolyn Myers
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42575-community-showcase-at-effingham-county-fair-7/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTSTAMP:20260715T165317Z
CREATED:20260715T165105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T165317Z
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SUMMARY:Holy Cross Catholic Church Picnic in Wendelin
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42547-holy-cross-catholic-church-picnic-in-wendelin/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTSTAMP:20260715T135937Z
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SUMMARY:4-H Show Schedule - Effingham County Fair
DESCRIPTION:4-H Show Schedule – Effingham County Fair
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42501-4-h-show-schedule-effingham-county-fair-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTSTAMP:20260729T205721Z
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SUMMARY:Teutopolis Monastery Opens Sunday
DESCRIPTION:The Teutopolis Monastery Museum will be open Sunday\, August 2 from 12:30 to 4 p.m. \nThere are 38 small rooms of displays open to visitors. Come early to see the many unique and interesting articles on display. Admission for adults is $5 and for children is $1. \nThe Museum is located on the second floor in the former Franciscan Novitiate building which is located behind St. Francis Church in Teutopolis. An elevator is available for visitors who have difficulty with stairs. \nBesides its collection of articles used by the Franciscan Friars\, the Museum is also known for Bibles and books in different languages from the 1700’s. The “pioneer wing” features items used by early Teutopolis pioneers\, including furniture\, clocks\, quilts\, toys and various household and grocery store items. Volunteers are available along the tour to explain the displays and assist visitors. \nSpecial group tours for adults or school groups can be arranged on days other than the scheduled Sunday openings. Phone 217-961-6404\, ext. 236\, leave a message and the call will be returned. \nFor more information\, go to the parish website: stfrancischurch.com or to the town’s website at www.Teutopolis.com and click on “Our Community”.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43084-teutopolis-monastery-museum-to-open-sunday/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTSTAMP:20260729T205419Z
CREATED:20260729T203915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T205419Z
UID:43264-1785542400-1785628799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Car Show\, Raffle\, and Benefit Dinner for Tracy Hoene
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43264-car-show-raffle-and-benefit-dinner-for-tracy-hoene/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTSTAMP:20260728T193119Z
CREATED:20260728T165307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T193119Z
UID:43161-1785542400-1785628799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Open Golf Tournament - Winterrowd Lodge 664
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43161-open-golf-tournament-winterrowd-lodge-664-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTSTAMP:20260716T203918Z
CREATED:20260716T203843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T203918Z
UID:42622-1785542400-1785628799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham County Fair Event Schedule
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42622-effingham-county-fair-event-schedule/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTSTAMP:20260716T151919Z
CREATED:20260716T143042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T151919Z
UID:42608-1785542400-1785628799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Montrose Tractor & Truck Pull
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42608-montrose-tractor-truck-pull-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTSTAMP:20260715T203046Z
CREATED:20260715T195638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T203046Z
UID:42558-1785542400-1785628799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Music and Food at Mason
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42558-music-and-food-at-mason-14/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTSTAMP:20260715T135854Z
CREATED:20260715T135854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T135854Z
UID:42499-1785542400-1785628799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:4-H Show Schedule - Effingham County Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42499-4-h-show-schedule-effingham-county-fair-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTSTAMP:20260508T205159Z
CREATED:20260508T204637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T205159Z
UID:37535-1785542400-1785628799@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/37535-37535/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260715T135816Z
CREATED:20260715T135816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T135816Z
UID:42497-1785456000-1785542399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:4-H Show Schedule - Effingham County Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42497-4-h-show-schedule-effingham-county-fair-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260708T202235Z
CREATED:20260708T202235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T202235Z
UID:42026-1785456000-1785542399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Summer Cash Raffle for Kiwanis
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42026-summer-cash-raffle-for-kiwanis/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260518T201430Z
CREATED:20260518T201333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T201430Z
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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/38436-38436/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTSTAMP:20260729T205538Z
CREATED:20260729T205538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T205538Z
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SUMMARY:Come From Away at the Little Theatre On The Square
DESCRIPTION:Come From Away at the Sullivan Little Theatre on the Square July 30-Aug 9 with Effingham’s own\, Colleen Johnson. \nIt is the inspirational story of the thirty some planes from all over the world forced to land on 9/11 in Newfoundland. \nCome Experience it!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43273-come-from-away-at-the-little-theatre-on-the-square/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731
DTSTAMP:20260716T205442Z
CREATED:20260716T205442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T205442Z
UID:42644-1785369600-1785455999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Vacation Bible School at Bible Grove Christian Church
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42644-vacation-bible-school-at-bible-grove-christian-church-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731
DTSTAMP:20260706T170324Z
CREATED:20260706T170324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T170324Z
UID:41867-1785369600-1785455999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Ramblin' Rose in Neoga
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41867-ramblin-rose-in-neoga/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731
DTSTAMP:20260706T170233Z
CREATED:20260706T170233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T170233Z
UID:41865-1785369600-1785455999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Ramblin' Rose in Toledo
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41865-ramblin-rose-in-toledo/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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