Free Diabetes Support Group
2025-10-13
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HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology
HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham delivers world-class care close to home with a highly specialized team of local experts.
To help and encourage those with diabetes and their family members, HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham offers a monthly diabetes support group, free of charge. The support group is held at their office at 500 N. Maple St., Suite 200 in Effingham.
• Diabetes Support Group – Join with other members of the diabetes community in a supportive, caring environment. Each meeting includes education on a diabetes-related topic, recipe demonstrations, and lots of laughter and fun. No registration is necessary – all are welcome.
Dates/Times: Held on the second Monday of the month from 5-6 p.m.
– February 10
– March 10
– April 14
– May 12
– June 9
– July 14
– August 11
– September 8
– October 13
– November 10
– December 8
Dates are subject to change.
HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology’s Dr. Radhika Annam, endocrinologist, and registered dietitians and diabetes educators Tracy Dennis and Adrienne Jarrell, work together to provide those with diabetes the tools they need to manage their condition and live their best life.
HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology educators are also available for individualized counseling for diet, medication administration, and initiation and troubleshooting of devices (glucose monitors, insulin pumps, CGMs/sensors). For more information or questions, call 217-391-5460.
For more information about HSHS Medical Group, visit hshsmedicalgroup.org.

Monday's Schedule
2025-10-13
PrintHIGH SCHOOL
Girls Tennis
Champaign St. Thomas More at Teutopolis, 4 p.m.
Volleyball
Vandalia at St. Anthony, 6 p.m.
Cumberland at Casey-Westfield, 6 p.m.
Newton at Teutopolis, 5 p.m.
JUNIOR VARSITY/FROSH/SOPH
Football
Effingham at Mount Zion, 6 p.m.
Sullivan Okaw Valley at Cumberland, 6 p.m.
Newton at Robinson, 6:15 p.m.
Girls Tennis
Teutopolis at Paris, 4:30 p.m.
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
League Series, TBA

KC Intellectual Disabilities Raffle
2025-10-13, 2025-10-16
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Homeschool STEM Squad
2025-10-14
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This program will run through May 2026. If someone misses a session, that’s no problem, as participants can register for another date.

Drive-Thru Flu Clinics in Effingham
2025-10-14, 2025-10-16
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The Drive-Thru Clinics are at the Effingham County Health Department, located at 901 West Virginia Avenue in Effingham.

Tuesday's Schedule
2025-10-14
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Cross Country
Effingham at Apollo Conference Meet at Mahomet-Seymour, 4:30 p.m.
National Trail Conference Meet at Community Park, 4 p.m.
Newton at LIC Meet at Mount Carmel, 4:30 p.m.
Teutopolis, Senior Night, 4:15 p.m.
Girls Tennis
Effingham at Flora, 4:15 p.m.
St. Anthony at Mattoon, 4 p.m.
Newton at Centralia, 4:30 p.m.
Volleyball
Charleston at Effingham, 5 p.m.
Altamont at Teutopolis, 5:15 p.m.
Patoka at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 6 p.m.
St. Elmo/Brownstown at Cumberland, 6 p.m.
Dieterich at Neoga, 6 p.m.
Oblong at North Clay, 5 p.m.
South Central at Woodlawn, 6 p.m.

Thrive With Diabetes Program
2025-10-15

Meals Benefitting United Way In October
2025-10-15

Wednesday's Schedule
2025-10-15
PrintNo local sports

Pizza & HVAC Supporting St. A. Women's Wellness Center
2025-10-15, 2025-10-17

Thursday's Schedule
2025-10-16
PrintHIGH SCHOOL
Volleyball
National Trail Conference Tournament
At St. Anthony
Match 1 — Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City vs. Dieterich, 5 p.m.
Match 2 — Altamont vs. South Central, 5 p.m.
Match 3 — North Clay vs. Neoga, 6 p.m.
Match 4 — St. Elmo/Brownstown vs. Cumberland, 6 p.m.
Match 5 — Loser Match 1 vs. Loser Match 3, 7 p.m.
Match 6 — St. Anthony vs. Winner Match 1, 7 p.m.
Effingham at Mahomet-Seymour, 5 p.m.
Richland County, Olney at Newton, 5 p.m.
FRESHMEN
FOOTBALL
Effingham at Vandalia, 6 p.m.
JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Girls Basketball
Franklin Park at Effingham, 6 p.m.
St. Anthony at Mattoon, 5 p.m.
Sigel St. Michael at Effingham Sacred Heart, 6 p.m.
Brownstown/St. Elmo at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 6 p.m.
Cumberland at Neoga, 6 p.m.
Dieterich at South Central, 6 p.m.
Jasper County at Paris Mayo, 6 p.m.
Sandoval at North Clay, 6 p.m.
Sigel St. Michael at Teutopolis, 6 p.m.
Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Pana Sacred Heart, 6 p.m.
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
Milwaukee at Los Angeles Dodgers, 5:08 p.m.
NLCS — Game 3, Los Angeles Dodgers lead series 2-0
Toronto at Seattle, 7:33 p.m.
ALCS — Game 4, Seattle leads series 2-1

Women's Health Showcase
2025-10-16
PrintTickets are available now for one of HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s most popular fall events, the 2025 Women’s Health Showcase. The fabulous and festive affair is Thursday, October 16 from 4:30 to 9 p.m. at the Keller Convention Center. Part “Girls’ Night Out,” part health education, it is a fantastic opportunity to have fun while learning about the latest trends and advancements in women’s health.
Doors open at 4:30 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres and activities for women to pamper themselves and learn how to best care for their health:
– Stroll through a wide variety of booths highlighting the ways St. Anthony’s cares for community members on their individual health journeys.
– Explore vendor stalls for early-Christmas gifts or to treat yourself.
– Dress to impress in your cutest “Clueless”-inspired look to be entered into a chance for a grand prize.
– Savor a complimentary “Totally Buggin’ Lemonade” courtesy of Koerner Distributors, along with a special surprise gift.
Starting at 6 p.m., Dr. Ruben Boyajian, Medical Director of St. Anthony’s Women’s Wellness and Cancer Care Services, will introduce a number of captivating panel chats featuring fierce community voices and expert advice on a variety of health topics important to women today.
Tickets are now on sale for tables of 10 for $100 at https://hshsshowcase.eventbrite.com through Friday, Oct. 3 or until sold out. Seating is limited so get totally get your tickets before they are gone.
For more information about the event, visit stanthonyshospital.org/showcase.

Steak Stag - St. Anthony Booster Club
2025-10-16
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The St. Anthony Booster Club Steak Stag will be held at the St. Anthony Parish Center on Thursday, October 16. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., with Dinner starting at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets will include a steak dinner and 2 drink tickets. The evening will also have a live auction, raffle, and a Bags Tournament.
Tickets will be sold at the door.

Spooky, Scary Maze at Toledo American Legion
2025-10-16, 2025-10-17
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The spooky, scary maze will be open from 6pm till 10pm, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, October 16th, 17th, and 18th.
This is a fundraiser for the Toledo American Legion. $10 per person.

Red Cross Blood Drive in Flora
2025-10-16

Haunted Hike - Camp Nightmare at D.H.N.C.
2025-10-17, 2025-10-18

Corn Maze with Scavenger Hunt - St. Paul Lutheran Church
2025-10-17, 2025-10-18

VFW Auxiliary Meal
2025-10-17
PrintThere will be a VFW Auxiliary meal on at the VFW Post on Veterans Drive in Effingham.
This will be on Friday, October 17th, from 5:00 – 6:30 p m.
On the menu: Butterfly pork chop, mashed potatoes/gravy, vegetable, dessert, coffee, tea or lemonade.
Cost is $8.00.

Friday's Schedule
2025-10-17
PrintHIGH SCHOOL
Football
Effingham at Mattoon, 7 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM)
Cumberland at Nokomis, 7 p.m.
Newton at Lawrenceville, 7 p.m.
Soccer
Altamont Regional
Match 2 – Mount Carmel at Altamont, 6 p.m.
Staunton Regional
Match 1 – Effingham St. Anthony at Robinson, 4:30 p.m.
Girls Tennis
Effingham Sectional
Effingham, Effingham St. Anthony, Newton, Teutopolis, Casey-Westfield, Charleston, Mattoon, Olney/Richland County, Robinson, Shelbyville, TBA
Volleyball
National Trail Conference Tournament
At St. Anthony
Match 7 — Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City vs. South Central, 5 p.m.
Match 8 — Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg vs. Neoga, 5 p.m.
Match 9 — Cumberland vs. Loser Match 8, 6 p.m.
Match 10 — St. Anthony vs. Altamont, 6 p.m.
Match 11 — Loser Match 7 vs. Loser Match 9, 7 p.m.
Match 12 — St. Elmo/Brownstown vs. Winner Match 8, 7 p.m.
JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Girls Basketball
Altamont at Brownstown/St. Elmo, 6:15 p.m.
Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at North Clay, 6 p.m.
Teutopolis at Jasper County, 6 p.m.

Red Cross Blood Drive in Oblong
2025-10-17

Community Appreciation Day
2025-10-17
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Effingham Banking Center, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Kick off the morning with donuts, then enjoy pizza and cake for lunch. Kids can join in face painting and spin the prize wheel for Midland swag.
Farina Banking Center, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Stop in for locally brewed coffee and a student art display that highlights the creativity of our community.
Vandalia Banking Center, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Enjoy subs, chips, cider, and donuts with us in Vandalia as we celebrate our community together.

Effingham Farmer's Market
2025-10-18
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The Effingham Farmer’s Market will be every Saturday, from June 14th through October 25th.
Vendors will be selling fresh produce, baked goods, and handcrafted arts and crafts.

50th Class Reunion - Effingham High School Class of 1975
2025-10-18

A.Y.C.E. Breakfast for Dieterich Fire Department
2025-10-18
