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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260429
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UID:33348-1777334400-1777420799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:RECOVERY Roll Bowl with Pizza
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33348-recovery-roll-bowl-with-pizza/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260320T160500Z
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in April: \n4/2\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus-Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n4/7\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/7\, Tuesday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/8\, Wednesday\, Stewardson-Strasburg High School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \n4/9\, Thursday\, South Central FS\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n4/10\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/15\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/16\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n4/20\, Monday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/20\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/21\, Tuesday\, Floyd Henson Junior High School\, Flora\, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM \n4/23\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/24\, Friday\, Holy Cross Lutheran Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n4/24\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n4/28\, Tuesday\, Flora High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/29\, Wednesday\, Altamont Elementary School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nThose giving blood through April 12 will receive an exclusive American Red Cross x Life is Good t-shirt\, while they last!  Donors giving blood from April 13 – 30 will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice.  See rcblood.org/hope \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33456-33456/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260423T152624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T155428Z
UID:36147-1777334400-1777420799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Tuesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nEffingham at Terre Haute South\, 5 p.m. \nSt. Anthony at Tolono Unity\, 4:30 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Shelbyville\, 4:30 p.m. \nCasey-Westfield at Dieterich\, 4:30 p.m. \nNeoga at Arcola\, 4:30 p.m. \nTeutopolis at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nEffingham at Meridian\, 4:30 p.m. \nTolono Unity at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nNeoga at Altamont\, 4:30 p.m. \nDieterich at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4:30 p.m. \nTuscola at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nNewton at Sullivan\, 4:30 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4:30 p.m. \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown at Mulberry Grove HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO THURSDAY\, APRIL 30 \nMarshall at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Tennis \nCasey-Westfield at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nNewton at Robinson\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Track \nAltamont\, Charleston at Effingham\, 4 p.m. \nShelbyville at St. Anthony\, 4 p.m. \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4 p.m. \nCumberland\, Neoga\, Teutopolis\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Vandalia\, 4:15 p.m. \nPatoka/South Central at Flora\, 4 p.m. \nGirls Track \nAltamont\, Charleston at Effingham\, 4 p.m. \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown\, Okaw Valley at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4 p.m. \nCumberland\, Neoga\, Teutopolis\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Vandalia\, 4:15 p.m. \nPatoka/South Central at Flora\, 4 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nBaseball \nTaylorville at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. \nMount Zion at St. Anthony HAS BEEN CANCELED \nSoftball \nAltamont at Effingham\, after varsity game \nMarshall at Teutopolis\, JV innings \nBoys Tennis \nParis at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nBaseball \nRichland County\, Olney at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nAltamont\, Brownstown/St. Elmo\, South Central\, Windsor at Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4 p.m. \nJasper County at Robinson\, 4 p.m. \nCumberland\, Newton St. Thomas\, Lawrenceville at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nChicago Cubs at San Diego\, 8:40 p.m. \nSt. Louis Cardinals at Pittsburgh\, 5:40 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36147-36147/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260212T152350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T153045Z
UID:30488-1777420800-1777507199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Abridged Auditions for The Complete Works of William Shakespeare
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30488-abridged-auditions-for-the-complete-works-of-william-shakespeare/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260320T160537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T160640Z
UID:33460-1777420800-1777507199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in April: \n4/2\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus-Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n4/7\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/7\, Tuesday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/8\, Wednesday\, Stewardson-Strasburg High School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \n4/9\, Thursday\, South Central FS\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n4/10\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/15\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/16\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n4/20\, Monday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/20\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/21\, Tuesday\, Floyd Henson Junior High School\, Flora\, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM \n4/23\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/24\, Friday\, Holy Cross Lutheran Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n4/24\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n4/28\, Tuesday\, Flora High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/29\, Wednesday\, Altamont Elementary School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nThose giving blood through April 12 will receive an exclusive American Red Cross x Life is Good t-shirt\, while they last!  Donors giving blood from April 13 – 30 will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice.  See rcblood.org/hope \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33460-33460/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260417T143930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T144643Z
UID:35626-1777420800-1777507199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:D.A.R. Flag Presentations in Effingham
DESCRIPTION:PrintOn Wednesday\, April 29 at 2:00 p.m. at Effingham City Hall\, the D.A.R. will have an America 250! Flag Presentation to the city. \nThey will be giving four flags to the Mayor; County Board Head\, E.P.D. Chief\, and E.F.D. Chief\, to fly at City Hall\, the County Building\, the E.P.D.\, and E.F.D. Station 1.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35626-d-a-r-flag-presentations-in-effingham/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260423T152813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T141024Z
UID:36155-1777420800-1777507199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Wednesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nSt. Anthony at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3) \nTaylorville at Effingham (DH)\, 4 p.m. \nCumberland at Marshall\, 4:30 p.m. \nNeoga at Martinsville\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nMount Vernon at Effingham HAS BEEN CANCELED \nCumberland at Marshall\, 4:30 p.m. \nNeoga at Ramsey\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Tennis \nMount Zion at Effingham\, 4:15 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nSoftball \nMount Vernon at Effingham HAS BEEN CANCELED \nChampaign Central at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nNeoga\, Windsor at Sullivan (sixth-grade meet)\, 4 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nChicago Cubs at San Diego\, 3:10 p.m. \nSt. Louis Cardinals at Pittsburgh\, 11:35 a.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36155-wednesdays-schedule-60/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260212T153041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T153129Z
UID:30492-1777507200-1777593599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Abridged Auditions for The Complete Works of William Shakespeare
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30492-abridged-auditions-for-the-complete-works-of-william-shakespeare-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260225T172715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T172842Z
UID:31608-1777507200-1777593599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:HSHS Community Connect
DESCRIPTION:PrintHospital Sisters Health System introduces HSHS Community Connect \nConnecting communities with local resources \nFor 150 years\, Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) has been a leader of health and wellness in the communities serving across Illinois and Wisconsin.  To address the needs of our communities\, HSHS proudly launches HSHS Community Connect\, a digital database of free or reduced cost community-based programs and services available in the communities we serve. \nHSHS is committed to improving community health and addressing ever-changing needs and factors within the community landscape\,” said Kim Luz-Mobley\, M.S.\, C.H.E.S.\, System Executive Director of Community Health.  “Across our health system and the communities we serve\, HSHS strives to fulfill our Mission to provide high-quality health care to all patients\, regardless of their ability to pay.” \nIn 2024\, HSHS hospitals conducted a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) to identify the health status\, needs and issues in the communities we serve.  HSHS Community Connect is a powerful tool that will support our goal to improve community outcomes by working to address social determinants of health\, including access to medical care. \n“As a health care system\, we see members of our community every day who are experiencing food insecurity\, homelessness\, or in need of financial aid.  With HSHS Community Connect\, we can find local resources to connect our patients with the support they need\,” said Luz-Mobley. \nAcross Illinois\, patients and community members can find hundreds of local resources that meet their needs\, including: \n• Financial aid\n• Food pantries\n• Medical care\n• Housing and temporary shelter\n• Personal safety\n• Baby items\n• Transportation\n• And more. \nPatients can also access HSHS Community Connect on our website at hshs.org/connect or through MyHSHS.  If you need to create a MyHSHS account\, be sure to use your full proper name that matches your HSHS medical record.  If you have questions about MyHSHS\, call the MyChart support line at 1-866-312-5023 or email MyHealthRecordhelp@hshs.org. \nFor more information about HSHS\, visit hshs.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31608-31608/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260413T193126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T193340Z
UID:35249-1777507200-1777593599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:United Way of Effingham County – Grant Applications Accepted
DESCRIPTION:PrintUnited Way of Effingham County has released the application to receive funding from the 2026 Campaign.  Agencies requesting funds must be non-profit organizations with a 501(c)(3) certificate and provide health and human services within Effingham County. \nAgencies who received funding from the 2025 Campaign will be automatically sent the application to reapply for funding.  Any other organization who wishes to apply should reach out to Emily Hille\, Executive Director for United Way of Effingham County at 217-342-3824 or email emily@effinghamunitedway.org.  Completed applications must be submitted by April 30\, 2026. \nIn addition to completing the application\, agencies will be asked to give a short presentation to the United Way Grants Committee demonstrating the purpose of their organization and how the requested funds would be used.  Presentation dates are June 1st and June 3rd from 5:30PM – 8:00PM. \nThe United Way of Effingham County has been working hard to identify the ever-changing needs and make a difference in the community for over 65 years.  To learn more\, visit www.effinghamunitedway.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35249-35249/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260417T153218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T163256Z
UID:35631-1777507200-1777593599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:EIU Night Out in Effingham
DESCRIPTION:Print \nEastern Illinois University is encouraging all EIU Panthers in the Effingham area to sign up for a Thursday\, April 30 event\, EIU Night Out in Effingham!  This will be at the Gabby Goat\, located at 303 East Fayette Avenue.  From 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.\, the University hosts EIU alumni\, advocates\, friends\, and supporters to a fulfilling evening of connection\, conversation\, and Panther pride. \nAdvanced registration is required. \nEnjoy great food\, refreshing drinks\, and plenty of time to network with fellow EIU alumni\, friends\, advocates\, and supporters.  Whether you’re looking to reconnect with classmates\, expand your professional circle\, or simply enjoy an evening out with fellow Panthers in the area\, this event is the perfect opportunity. \nWe hope you’ll join us for an energizing evening of alumni camaraderie in Effingham! \nRegister by clicking here! \nEastern Illinois University is committed to providing accessible experiences for all guests.  Anyone requiring accommodations to fully participate in this event may contact University Advancement at alumeiu@eiu.edu. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35631-eiu-night-out-in-effingham/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260423T153139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T181755Z
UID:36162-1777507200-1777593599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Thursday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nAltamont at North Clay\, 4:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3) \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Vandalia\, 4:30 p.m. \nDieterich at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4:30 p.m. \nNewton at Robinson\, 4:30 p.m. \nTeutopolis at Mattoon\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nAltamont at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4:30 p.m. \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown at Mulberry Grove\, 4:30 p.m. \nSouth Central at Cumberland\, 4:30 p.m. \nNewton at Robinson\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Tennis \nEffingham at St. Anthony\, 4 p.m. \nMattoon at Teutopolis\, 4 p.m. \nNewton at Carmi\, 4:30 p.m. \nGirls Track \nNewton\, Patoka/South Central at Fairfield\, 4 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nBaseball \nNeoga at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. \nEdwards County at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nNewton at Robinson\, after varsity game \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nBaseball \nMarshall at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nEffingham Sacred Heart\, Sigel St. Michael\, Teutopolis at St. Anthony\, 4 p.m. \nAltamont\, Brownstown/St. Elmo\, Clay City\, Lawrenceville\, Paris Crestwood at Cumberland\, 4 p.m. \nParis Mayo\, Charleston\, St. Joe at Jasper County\, 4 p.m. \nVilla Grove at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nSouth Central at Cisne\, 3:30 p.m. \nWindsor at Arcola\, 4 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36162-thursdays-schedule-59/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260428T143124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T143145Z
UID:36495-1777507200-1777593599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Back To School Clinics with Effingham County Health Department
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36495-back-to-school-clinics-with-effingham-county-health-department/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260420T150003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T150253Z
UID:35754-1777593600-1777679999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorials
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35754-illinois-vietnam-veterans-memorials/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260423T153648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T125000Z
UID:36167-1777593600-1777679999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Friday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nRobinson at Altamont\, 4:30 p.m. \nCumberland at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4:30 p.m. \nNeoga at Charleston\, 4:30 p.m. \nSullivan at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nMarshall at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nSt. Anthony at Teutopolis\, approximately 7  p.m. (Cross Creek Classic) (LISTEN ON 979XFM) \nTaylorville at Effingham (DH)\, 4:30 p.m. \nNational Trail Conference Tournament \nGame 1 — St. Elmo/Brownstown at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4:15 p.m. \nGame 2 — North Clay at Altamont\, 4:15 p.m. \nBoys Track \nSt. Anthony\, Effingham\, Altamont\, Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, St. Elmo/Brownstown\, Teutopolis at Newton Eagle Invitational\, 4 p.m. \nGirls Track \nSt. Anthony\, Altamont\, Neoga at Cumberland Invitational\, 4 p.m. \nEffingham at Carlinville Jokisch-Grandone Invitational\, 3 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nBaseball \nEffingham at Oblong\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nSt. Anthony at Teutopolis\, Cross Creek Classic)\, 5 p.m. JV innings \nNewton at Monticello Round Robin\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nEffingham at Greenville Invitational Relays\, 3:30 p.m. \nAltamont\, Teutopolis\, Meridian\, Okaw Valley\, Pana\, CAM at Shelbyville Moulton\, 4:30 pm. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nArizona at Chicago Cubs\, 1:20 p.m. \nLos Angeles Dodgers at St. Louis Cardinals\, 7:15 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36167-fridays-schedule-59/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260428T192748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T192833Z
UID:36538-1777593600-1777679999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:National Athletic Hall Of Fame Nominations
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36538-national-athletic-hall-of-fame-nominations/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260429T154256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T160802Z
UID:36634-1777593600-1777679999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Drive-Thru Cookout in Teutopolis
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Teutopolis Trap Team is hosting a Drive-Thru Cookout this Friday\, May 1st\, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Teutopolis Banquet Hall. \nAll proceeds go to the Trap Team. \nServing world-famous McMahon Meats porkburgers\, brats\, hamburgers\, and hotdogs\, with drinks and chips.  And for dessert:  scrumptious Niemergs cookies!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36634-drive-thru-cookout-in-teutopolis/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260204T225645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T231733Z
UID:29856-1777680000-1777766399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Mother-Son Dance at Watson
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29856-mother-son-dance-at-watson-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260211T154557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T162534Z
UID:30378-1777680000-1777766399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Pork Burger Drive Thru Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Print \n  \nWe will have pork burgers\, hot dogs\, chips and drinks for a donation. \nAll money goes to Central Illinois Truck Convoy.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30378-pork-burger-drive-thru-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260513T182542
CREATED:20260219T154010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T155839Z
UID:31031-1777680000-1777766399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:5k and 1-Mile Run/Walk for Angel of Hope Statue and Memorial Garden
DESCRIPTION:PrintJoin us for the 4th Annual 5k and 1-Mile Run/Walk to raise funds for the Angel of Hope Statue and Memorial Garden\, on Saturday\, May 2nd! \nThe race begins at the future location of our Angel of Hope Statue and Memorial Garden\, in the open lot across the street from St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Teutopolis. \nRegistration begins at 7:00 AM\, and the race starts at 8:00 AM. \n\nAll children ages 12 and under can register for $5 – price will change at checkout for these youth registrations.\nThe registration fee for participants 13 and older is $25 until April 25th; the price will then increase to $30.\n\nParticipants can register on the morning of the event\, however\, we strongly encourage participants to register before the event.  We plan to start the race promptly at 8:00\, and to ensure that\, we cannot guarantee that day-of-event registrations will receive a race-timing bib.  Everyone who comes to register the day of the event will still be able to register and participate in the race!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31031-5k-and-1-mile-run-walk-for-angel-of-hope-statue-and-memorial-garden/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:31998-1777680000-1777766399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bloom & Remember Event
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThe Star Legacy Foundation is hosting the Bloom & Remember Event on Saturday\, May 2.  The gathering will be from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM in the Pearson Building at Lake Sara\, located at 15170 North Beach Road\, Effingham. \nJoin us for a gentle morning of remembrance\, community\, and creativity. \n•Bouquet making – starting at $15\n•Permanent jewelry available for optional purchase 9 – 11am\n•On-site:  Seasons Sips coffee truck from 9 – 11 AM\n•Complimentary treats:  Cakesicles & individual cheesecakes\, generously donated by T Skol’s & Goldie’s.  Also\, popcorn from Del’s Popcorn.\n•Kids welcome:  Free floral coloring pages and activities available\n•All attendees will be entered into a self-care basket giveaway \nIf any questions\, please email to south-central-illinois@starlegacyfoundation.org or visit the website:  https://secure.qgiv.com/event/bloomandremember-il/page/4613166/ \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31998-bloom-remember-event/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:33228-1777680000-1777766399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Hooked on Crochet Program
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33228-hooked-on-crochet-program/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:35206-1777680000-1777766399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Loy Cemetery Cleanup and Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:PrintLoy Cemetery cleanup and Annual Meeting will be held on Saturday\, May 2\, at 9:00 a.m. The rain date will be Saturday\, May 9. \nPlease remove any flowers and containers that you may want to keep\, prior to the cleanup\, otherwise they will be destroyed. \nYour attendance would be greatly appreciated.  If you are unable to attend and would like to make a donation for the upkeep of Loy Cemetery\, please mail to: \nChristine Wendte \n7449 N. 1775th Rd. \nEffingham\, IL 62401
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35206-loy-cemetery-cleanup-and-annual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:35757-1777680000-1777766399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorials
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35757-illinois-vietnam-veterans-memorials-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:36169-1777680000-1777766399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Saturday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nBreese Mater Dei at St. Anthony\, 11 a.m. \nNeoga\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Tri-County Titans Wood Bat Tournament at Kansas\, TBA \nNorth Clay\, South Central at Centralia Tournament\, TBA \nPleasant Plains at Teutopolis\, 9 a.m. \nBoys Tennis \nSt. Anthony at Springfield Sacred Heart-Griffin Invitational\, 9 a.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nEffingham at Mount Zion Invitational\, 9 a.m. TIME CHANGED TO 10 A.M. \nJasper County at LEIC Meet at Casey\, 9 a.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nArizona at Chicago Cubs\, 1:20 p.m. \nLos Angeles Dodgers at St. Louis Cardinals\, 6:15 p.m. \nNASCAR \nAndy’s Frozen Custard 300 at Texas Motor Speedway\, 2 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36169-saturdays-schedule-59/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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UID:36143-1777680000-1777766399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:4th of July Breakfast in Farina
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36143-4th-of-july-breakfast-in-farina-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:36515-1777680000-1777766399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Central Illinois Trade Show & Chicken BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36515-central-illinois-trade-show-chicken-bbq/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:36765-1777680000-1777766399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Music and Food at Mason
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36765-music-and-food-at-mason-10/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:35759-1777766400-1777852799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorials
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35759-illinois-vietnam-veterans-memorials-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:35761-1777766400-1777852799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bells In Motion Of Central Illinois performing A Selection Of Accidentals
DESCRIPTION:Print \nBells in Motion is a progressive\, auditioned handbell ensemble based in Decatur.  Historically\, they have travelled from multiple states to rehearse and have performed across the globe.  They feature seven octaves of bronze and aluminum handbells and chimes and ring music from jazz to classical\, big band to blues\, and Broadway to rock.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35761-bells-in-motion-of-central-illinois-performing-a-selection-of-accidentals/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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