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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTSTAMP:20260617T160325Z
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UID:40612-1784678400-1784764799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Rainforest Falls - VBS at Watson Methodist Church
DESCRIPTION:PrintWATSON METHODIST CHURCH\n2026 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL “RAINFOREST FALLS”\nTUESDAY – FRIDAY\, JULY 21ST-24TH\n6:00 – 8:00 P.M.\nAGES 3-12
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/40612-40612/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTSTAMP:20260701T153130Z
CREATED:20260701T153021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T153130Z
UID:41551-1784678400-1784764799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Little Miss Pigtail Contest Entry Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41551-little-miss-pigtail-contest-entry-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTSTAMP:20260708T202309Z
CREATED:20260708T202309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T202309Z
UID:42029-1784678400-1784764799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Summer Cash Raffle for Kiwanis
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42029-summer-cash-raffle-for-kiwanis-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTSTAMP:20260713T150455Z
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UID:42334-1784678400-1784764799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Pirates & Princesses Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42334-pirates-princesses-tea-party/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTSTAMP:20260715T132744Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T132744Z
UID:42481-1784678400-1784764799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Wednesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nDetroit at Chicago Cubs\, 7:05 p.m. \nSt. Louis Cardinals at Los Angeles Angels\, 3:07 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42481-wednesdays-schedule-72/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTSTAMP:20260617T160330Z
CREATED:20260617T160225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T160330Z
UID:40614-1784764800-1784851199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Rainforest Falls - VBS at Watson Methodist Church
DESCRIPTION:PrintWATSON METHODIST CHURCH\n2026 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL “RAINFOREST FALLS”\nTUESDAY – FRIDAY\, JULY 21ST-24TH\n6:00 – 8:00 P.M.\nAGES 3-12
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/40614-40614/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTSTAMP:20260706T170115Z
CREATED:20260706T165734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T170115Z
UID:41861-1784764800-1784851199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Ramblin' Rose in Altamont
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41861-ramblin-rose-in-altamont/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTSTAMP:20260709T161727Z
CREATED:20260709T160824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T161727Z
UID:42112-1784764800-1784851199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free 'Rural Roots' Concert In Newton
DESCRIPTION:PrintOn Thursday\, July 23rd\, you can enjoy the ‘Rural Roots‘ Concert on the Square in Newton\, part of Poss Music Works Summer Concert Series!  Come out and enjoy a special summer evening with a FREE concert from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. \nLaila Smith will be performing\, as part of this month’s Youth Music Feature!  The show will be in the lot next to Joe’s Italian Foods & Pizza on the Square. \n– FREE entry\n– Bring your own chair\n \nThis Rural Roots concert is sponsored by the Embarras River Tourism Council. \nFacebook event details:  https://www.facebook.com/events/1461672711954945 \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42112-free-rural-roots-concert-in-newton/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTSTAMP:20260713T150617Z
CREATED:20260713T150617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T150617Z
UID:42338-1784764800-1784851199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Author Jack Schultz:  Dreaming & Building
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42338-author-jack-schultz-dreaming-building/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTSTAMP:20260715T132917Z
CREATED:20260715T132917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T132917Z
UID:42483-1784764800-1784851199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Thursday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintNo local sports
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42483-thursdays-schedule-71/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260518T201424Z
CREATED:20260518T201309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T201424Z
UID:38434-1784851200-1784937599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Prairie Skies – Planetarium Star Shows
DESCRIPTION:Print \nJoin 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/38434-38434/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260617T160334Z
CREATED:20260617T160256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T160334Z
UID:40616-1784851200-1784937599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Rainforest Falls - VBS at Watson Methodist Church
DESCRIPTION:PrintWATSON METHODIST CHURCH\n2026 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL “RAINFOREST FALLS”\nTUESDAY – FRIDAY\, JULY 21ST-24TH\n6:00 – 8:00 P.M.\nAGES 3-12
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/40616-40616/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260618T152051Z
CREATED:20260618T151408Z
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UID:40690-1784851200-1784937599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Brian Hicks Comedy Show - Benefit for United Way
DESCRIPTION:Print \nTicket Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/sip-for-a-cause
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/40690-brian-hicks-comedy-show-benefit-for-united-way/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260708T164457Z
CREATED:20260708T164417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T164457Z
UID:42010-1784851200-1784937599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:DD214 Assistance
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42010-dd214-assistance/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260714T202822Z
CREATED:20260714T202709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T202822Z
UID:42438-1784851200-1784937599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare Abridged – F.A.C.E.
DESCRIPTION:Print \n This fast-paced and hilarious comedy features all of Shakespeare’s plays condensed into one entertaining performance. \nCome enjoy an evening of laughter while supporting local arts and a great local cause.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42438-42438/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260715T133003Z
CREATED:20260715T133003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T133003Z
UID:42485-1784851200-1784937599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Friday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nChicago Cubs at Pittsburgh\, 5:40 p.m. \nCincinnati at St. Louis Cardinals\, 7:15 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42485-fridays-schedule-71/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260619T164624Z
CREATED:20260529T195552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T164624Z
UID:39392-1784937600-1785023999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Jeep Run for Heather Hodge Davis
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/39392-jeep-run-for-heather-hodge-davis/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260508T205005Z
CREATED:20260508T204849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T205005Z
UID:37545-1784937600-1785023999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham Farmer's Market
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe 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/37545-37545/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260625T191651Z
CREATED:20260625T191353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T191651Z
UID:41217-1784937600-1785023999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in July
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in July: \n7/2\, Thursday\, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Parish Hall\, Shelbyville\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM \n7/8\, Wednesday\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 – 5:30 PM \n7/10\, Friday\, Clay County Health Dept. – Conference Room\, Flora\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM\n7/10\, Friday\, Newton Knights of Columbus – Hall\, Newton\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM \n7/15\, Wednesday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin – Hall\, 1:30 – 5:30 PM \n7/16\, Thursday\, First Baptist Church – Fellowship Hall\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n7/17\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church – Gym\, Effingham\, 1:30 – 5:00 PM \n7/25\, Saturday\, Cowden Community Building\, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n7/27\, Monday\, Altamont Municipal Building – Meeting Room\, 2:00 – 6:00 PM \n7/28\, Tuesday\, South Central FS – Conference Room\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nHelp us celebrate stars\, stripes\, and saving lives for America’s 250th! \nCome to give blood from June 29-July 12 to score a classic Red Cross x Looney Tunes T-shirt\, while supplies last! \nCome give blood from July 13-31 for a Fandango Movie Ticket by email (up to $15 ticket price and fees).  Visit RedCrossBlood.org/July for details. \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/41217-41217/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260625T203823Z
CREATED:20260625T203639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T203823Z
UID:41239-1784937600-1785023999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Charley (Bailey) Weber Benefit Dinner and Auction
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41239-charley-bailey-weber-benefit-dinner-and-auction/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260630T154947Z
CREATED:20260630T154947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T154947Z
UID:41456-1784937600-1785023999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bikes and Backpacks
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41456-bikes-and-backpacks/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260708T165354Z
CREATED:20260708T164532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T165354Z
UID:42013-1784937600-1785023999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:DD214 Assistance
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42013-dd214-assistance-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260708T200449Z
CREATED:20260708T195552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T200449Z
UID:42018-1784937600-1785023999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Fishing Derby at Sam Parr
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42018-free-fishing-derby-at-sam-parr/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260714T202830Z
CREATED:20260714T202752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T202830Z
UID:42440-1784937600-1785023999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare Abridged – F.A.C.E.
DESCRIPTION:Print \n This fast-paced and hilarious comedy features all of Shakespeare’s plays condensed into one entertaining performance. \nCome enjoy an evening of laughter while supporting local arts and a great local cause.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42440-42440/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260715T133343Z
CREATED:20260715T133056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T133343Z
UID:42487-1784937600-1785023999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Saturday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nChicago Cubs at Pittsburgh\, 5:40 p.m. \nCincinnati at St. Louis Cardinals\, 6:15 p.m. \nNASCAR \nPennzoil 250 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway\, 2:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42487-saturdays-schedule-72/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260715T135730Z
CREATED:20260715T135730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T135730Z
UID:42495-1784937600-1785023999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:4-H Show Schedule - Effingham County Fair
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42495-4-h-show-schedule-effingham-county-fair-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260718T002600Z
CREATED:20260718T002600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T002600Z
UID:42716-1784937600-1785023999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Findlay Walleye Festival Parade
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42716-findlay-walleye-festival-parade/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260721T152352Z
CREATED:20260721T152352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T152352Z
UID:42818-1784937600-1785023999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:God the Creator of Creation Vacation Bible School Saturday\, July 25
DESCRIPTION:PrintThere is still time to register for God the Creator of Creation 1 day VBS this Saturday\, July 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Altamont First United Methodist Church\, 308 N 2nd St. Altamont\, IL. \nThe VBS is sponsored by Altamont UMC and the churches of Altamont Circuit UMC. \nChildren entering kindergarten through fifth grade are welcome. Totally free. Snack and lunch will be served. \nPhone the church at 618-483-6036 or 815-954-0450.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42818-god-the-creator-of-creation-vacation-bible-school-saturday-july-25/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTSTAMP:20260715T133250Z
CREATED:20260715T133250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T133250Z
UID:42489-1785024000-1785110399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Sunday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nChicago Cubs at Pittsburgh\, 12:35 p.m. \nCincinnati at St. Louis Cardinals\, 1:15 p.m. \nNASCAR \nBrickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway\, noon
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/42489-sundays-schedule-72/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260728
DTSTAMP:20260428T143346Z
CREATED:20260428T143346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T143346Z
UID:36500-1785110400-1785196799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Back To School Clinics with Effingham County Health Department
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36500-back-to-school-clinics-with-effingham-county-health-department-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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