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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102
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SUMMARY:Sunday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintNASCAR \nXfinity 500 at Martinsville Speedway\, noon \nNATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE \nBaltimore at Buffalo\, noon \nTennessee at Cincinnati\, noon \nArizona at Dallas\, noon \nMinnesota at Detroit\, noon \nLas Vegas at New York Jets\, noon \nCleveland at Pittsburgh\, noon \nAtlanta at Tampa Bay\, noon \nIndianapolis at Jacksonville\, noon \nLos Angeles Chargers at Los Angeles Rams\, 3:05 p.m. \nKansas City at Denver\, 3:25 p.m. \nNew England at Miami\, 3:25 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49867-sundays-schedule-85/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261123
DTSTAMP:20261020T160942Z
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SUMMARY:Applications for FISH Holiday At Home
DESCRIPTION:Print \n  \nFISH HOLIDAY AT HOME 2026\n(formerly The Christmas Store for Senior and Disabled)\nEffingham County Senior/Disabled Citizens \n  \nGENERAL UPDATE: \nEffingham County FISH volunteers will collect\, pack and deliver senior citizens food bags along with small Christmas items the week of December 6 through 11. \nMany of these Effingham County citizens may be alone during this joyous season. We wish to help make their Christmas a little brighter. \n  \nREGISTRATION: \nApplications will be available November 1 through 22 at the FISH Service Center\, Catholic Charities\, Effingham Hi-Rise Office\, Burton Devore\, Slate Creek\, CEFS Outreach Office\, and Village Apartments. \n  \nDONATION INFORMATION: \nLast year\, 289 Effingham County Senior/Disabled Citizens received a grocery bag of non-perishable food\, a half ham or 4 frozen chicken breasts\, gift card for perishable food\, a hand-made Christmas stocking filled with Christmas gifts\, and a bag of personal and cleaning items. \nIt takes many donations to make these gifts possible.  If you\, your organization\, or business would host a food and/or small gift drive for these special Effingham Citizens\, please contact Karen at 217-821-0722. \n  \nNEEDED: \nIndividual serve meals\, small portion foods\, diabetic and gluten free food items.\nMonetary donations will help purchase the meat and the grocery gift cards.\nPlease contact Karen at 217-821-0722 to coordinate your collection. \n  \nVOLUNTEER NEEDS: \nMonday\, December 7 – Thursday\, December 10 at 9am \nFood sorting and bag packing at the FISH Service Center. \nFriday\, December 11 from 9am to noon \nDeliver Christmas bags\, food and gifts. \nFriday\, December 11 – 1pm to finish; \nSort and set-up used toys\, Christmas decorations\, coats \nSaturday\, December 12 – 8am-1:30pm \nFISH Warehouse open to distribute used toys\, Christmas décor\, coats.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49714-49714/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103
DTSTAMP:20261014T195659Z
CREATED:20261014T195659Z
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UID:49190-1793577600-1793663999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Rehearsals for Effingham Community Christmas Concerts
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49190-rehearsals-for-effingham-community-christmas-concerts-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261104
DTSTAMP:20260922T203103Z
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UID:47377-1793664000-1793750399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:PrintThere will be Grief Support Group meetings on Tuesday evenings at 6:15\, through the Fall and early Winter. \nThese will be held at the St Anthony Parish Center\, located at 101 East Virginia Avenue in Effingham. \nAnyone is welcome to come. \nCall the parish office at 217-347-7129 with questions.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47377-47377/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261104
DTSTAMP:20261006T155142Z
CREATED:20261006T154553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T155142Z
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SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries - November Distributions
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries Distribution Dates in November: \nTuesday\, November 3rd\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nTuesday\, November 10th\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nWednesday\, November 11th\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, November 14\, from 9:00 – 11:15 am\, Mason\, located at 861 E. Washington ( Mason Civic Center)\, serving groceries \nWednesday\, November 18th\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, November 28th\, from 8:30 am – Noon\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nCall 217-868-5293 to sign up\nOr\nGo online and set a time that works best for you at www.my-christian-space.com \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48488-enduring-freedom-ministries-november-distributions/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261106
DTSTAMP:20261027T152853Z
CREATED:20261027T152517Z
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UID:50266-1793836800-1793923199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Family Bingo
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Suzette Brumleve Memorial Effingham Public Library hosts Family Bingo – from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.\, on Thursday\, November 5th. \nEnjoy a fun afternoon of Bingo with plenty of chances to win great prizes!  This all-ages event is perfect for friends and families to enjoy together. \nAll ages. \nRegistration required. \nVisit effinghamlibrary.org\, email info@effinghamlibrary.org \, or call 217-342-2464\, Ext. 1\, to learn more about this or other library programs.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/50266-family-bingo/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261106
DTSTAMP:20261027T204358Z
CREATED:20261027T204144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T204358Z
UID:50291-1793836800-1793923199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:IDOT Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Print \nAttendees can meet IDOT staff\, learn about available positions\, and receive guidance on how to apply. \nThe event is free and open to the public.  Registration is recommended but not required. \nTo register\, visit IDOT career fair pre-registration or email IDOT’s Office of Diversity and Recruitment at DOT.Recruitment@Illinois.gov with any questions or concerns.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/50291-idot-career-fair/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTSTAMP:20261020T202519Z
CREATED:20261020T202329Z
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UID:49744-1793836800-1794182399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Frozen Jr. Presented by EJHS
DESCRIPTION:PrintEffingham Jr. High presents – Frozen Jr. at the Effingham Junior High School Auditorium. \nWhen Elsa’s hidden powers plunge Arendelle into an endless winter\, her sister Anna sets off on a daring journey to find her.  Along the way\, she meets unforgettable friends and discovers that an act of true love may be the key to saving their kingdom. \nShowtimes: \nNovember 5 – 7 (Thursday – Saturday) at 7:00 p.m.\nNovember 8 (Sunday) at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. \nGet your tickets:  https://our.show/ejhsfrozenjr
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49744-frozen-jr-presented-by-ejhs/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107
DTSTAMP:20261028T202654Z
CREATED:20261028T202654Z
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UID:50383-1793923200-1794009599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:HISTORY This Week Podcast at ALPLM
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will welcome the History Channel’s official podcast and renowned historian Jonathan W. White for a live taping of HISTORY This Week on Friday\, November 6\, giving the audience a rare opportunity to see a podcast being made and take part in a wide-ranging discussion of presidential power then and now. \nWhite\, editor of the upcoming “Why Lincoln: Preserving an American Legacy\,” will chat with podcast host Sally Helm about Lincoln’s use of presidential power\, from issuing military orders like the Emancipation Proclamation to shaping public opinion with speeches like the Gettysburg Address.  They’ll also discuss how other presidents have used\, or even abused\, their authority\, from George Washington’s era to the 21st century.  They’ll also take questions from the audience. \nThis will mark just the second time HISTORY This Week has left the studio to record an episode live.  The podcast explores fascinating moments in history\, from the Nixon-Kennedy debate to the French Revolution to the origins of air conditioning. \nDoors open for this special event at 6 p.m.  The taping begins at 6:30. \nIt’s free to attend\, but reservations are required.  Get more info and reserve your seats at www.PresidentLincoln.Illinois.gov/Events. \n“Podcasts do a terrific job of explaining history in new ways to new audiences\, which is always a top priority here at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum\,” said ALPLM Executive Director Christina Shutt.  “We’re excited to welcome HISTORY This Week and to be part of a conversation that will undoubtedly inspire more people to think about Abraham Lincoln and his place in history.” \nWhite\, a professor at the University of Texas at Austin\, is the author or editor of 22 books about Abraham Lincoln\, the Civil War\, and the U.S. Constitution.  They include “A House Built by Slaves\,” “Measuring the Man”\, and “Lincoln on Law\, Leadership and Life”.  White will sign copies of his books after the program.  The audience can purchase “Why Lincoln” the night of the program or when reserving seats.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/50383-history-this-week-podcast-at-alplm/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108
DTSTAMP:20261021T200919Z
CREATED:20261021T200622Z
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UID:49835-1793923200-1794095999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Pemberton Haunted House at EIU
DESCRIPTION:PrintEIU’s Pemberton Haunted House will host its annual Halloween event from 7 to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday\, November 6 and 7.  The Pemberton Haunted House will include a family-friendly hour from 7 to 8 p.m. \nCost of admission is $3 for one person\, $5 for two\, or 2 canned goods per person.  All proceeds will be donated to HOPE of East Central Illinois—a domestic violence prevention and intervention service in Charleston\, Illinois.  HOPE maintains a 24-hour\, 7-day-a-week\, 365-day-a-year toll-free crisis hotline providing support\, intervention\, information\, and referrals\, available at 888-345-3990. \nPemberton Hall was opened in 1909\, named in honor of State Senator Stanton C. Pemberton\, who was influential in getting the appropriation approved for the building of the residence hall.  In addition to having a reputation for being “haunted\,” Pemberton Hall is the oldest women’s residence hall in the State of Illinois and a historical landmark. \nIt is located on the southeast corner of 4th Street and Lincoln Avenue in Charleston.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49835-pemberton-haunted-house-at-eiu/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108
DTSTAMP:20261012T201733Z
CREATED:20261012T165428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T201733Z
UID:48970-1794009600-1794095999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Youth Bird Hunt
DESCRIPTION:PrintDan Hecht is having a Youth Bird Hunt on Saturday November 7th\, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  The location is the DNP Farm near Iola\, about 20 minutes south of Effingham. \nThe hunt is free of charge\, and is for anyone ages 10-16 wanting to experience Quail and Pheasant Hunting\, \nThere will be Clay Pigeons for warm up\, practice\, and instruction.  There will be fields for First Timers\, as well as fields for the Experienced. \nA gun will be raffled off. \nTo help conservation efforts\, memberships for Quail Forever will be available. \nBe sure to get a Regular Hunting License or an Apprentice Hunting License.  A gun-safety course would be beneficial for Safety. \nPlease call the dealership and tell the receptionist that you are wanting to attend the Youth Hunt in the morning or afternoon and how many.  The Phone number is 217-342-4111 or 217-821-4112\, or email dannyhecht@danhecht.com
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48970-free-youth-bird-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108
DTSTAMP:20261020T143350Z
CREATED:20261020T142607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T143350Z
UID:49653-1794009600-1794095999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Santa Brigade Breakfast & Market in Strasburg
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThe Strasburg Community Action Network invites you to start your day with an “all-you-can-eat” pancake and smoked sausage breakfast. \nBreakfast is served in the church social hall and sausage by the pound will be available for purchase all morning or until sold out. \nThere is no entrance fee to the Christmas Market in the school gymnasium.  Come and support the local small business owners who will help you find one-of-a-kind and handcrafted gifts. \nFor more information contact MaRanda McClain at 217-343-7879 or go to Facebook\, “Strasburg Community Action Network – SCAN” to see vendor pictures and market details.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49653-santa-brigade-breakfast-market-in-strasburg/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108
DTSTAMP:20261028T154151Z
CREATED:20261028T154151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T154151Z
UID:50354-1794009600-1794095999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Halloween Candy Buy-Back
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/50354-halloween-candy-buy-back/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTSTAMP:20261028T152137Z
CREATED:20261028T150526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T152137Z
UID:50338-1794096000-1794182399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:December Christmas Auction in Strasburg
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe December Christmas Auction sponsored by Strasburg Liberty Post #289 of the American Legion will be held at 1:00 pm on Sunday\, November 8th at the Community Center in Strasburg. \nThe auction by Tolka Bros. Christmas Auctions\, is the major fundraiser for the American Legion Post.  The Post uses the proceeds from the auction to donate the Annual Easter Egg Hunt\, Americanism Essay prize money\, Legion Baseball\, the Strasburg Veteran’s Memorial\, Community Blood Drive\, Stewardson-Strasburg Yearbook\, Post Prom Activities\, and American Legion Gifts to Yanks among other programs. \nAuction items include toys\, Christmas Décor\, Socks\, Games\, Puzzles\, Bed Sheets\, Holiday Items for Home & Gifting.  This is the perfect time to begin your Christmas Shopping! \nA concession stand sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit #289 will be available.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/50338-december-christmas-auction-in-strasburg/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261110
DTSTAMP:20261014T195735Z
CREATED:20261014T195735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T195735Z
UID:49192-1794182400-1794268799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Rehearsals for Effingham Community Christmas Concerts
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49192-rehearsals-for-effingham-community-christmas-concerts-7/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTSTAMP:20260922T203135Z
CREATED:20260922T202713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T203135Z
UID:47379-1794268800-1794355199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:PrintThere will be Grief Support Group meetings on Tuesday evenings at 6:15\, through the Fall and early Winter. \nThese will be held at the St Anthony Parish Center\, located at 101 East Virginia Avenue in Effingham. \nAnyone is welcome to come. \nCall the parish office at 217-347-7129 with questions.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47379-47379/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTSTAMP:20261006T155659Z
CREATED:20261006T155217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T155659Z
UID:48497-1794268800-1794355199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries – November Distributions
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries Distribution Dates in November: \nTuesday\, November 3rd\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nTuesday\, November 10th\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nWednesday\, November 11th\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, November 14\, from 9:00 – 11:15 am\, Mason\, located at 861 E. Washington ( Mason Civic Center)\, serving groceries \nWednesday\, November 18th\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, November 28th\, from 8:30 am – Noon\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nCall 217-868-5293 to sign up\nOr\nGo online and set a time that works best for you at www.my-christian-space.com \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48497-48497/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTSTAMP:20261013T145250Z
CREATED:20261013T145017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T145250Z
UID:49069-1794268800-1794355199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Veterans Day Breakfast - A.L.I.S.
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49069-veterans-day-breakfast-a-l-i-s/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTSTAMP:20261028T160748Z
CREATED:20261028T160126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T160748Z
UID:50371-1794268800-1794355199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Veterans Day Program at Stewardson-Strasburg
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/50371-veterans-day-program-at-stewardson-strasburg/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTSTAMP:20261028T200824Z
CREATED:20261028T200033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T200824Z
UID:50374-1794268800-1794355199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Route 66 at 100 - An American Story
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Illinois State Museum (ISM) will be featured in this month’s virtual Centennial Speaker Series session\, “Route 66 at 100 – An American Story\,” at 1 p.m. Tuesday\, Nov. 10.  The public is invited to join this free session celebrating the rich history and enduring legacy of the nation’s most iconic highway\, and registration is available online. \nThe session will introduce Research Route 66\, a collaboration of libraries\, museums and archives dedicated to researching and preserving historical records and making Route 66 stories and oral histories accessible for future generations.  Participants will discover the stories\, documents and artifacts these institutions are collecting and learn how they can contribute to\, access and appreciate these valuable collections. \nAmanda Bryden\, ISM registrar of history\, will discuss the museum’s online database of 100 oral histories about the Mother Road and its “Miles of Memories: Stories of Route 66” exhibition\, which is currently on display at the museum.  The database on the ISM website features videotaped interviews and searchable written transcripts. \nThe speaker series brings together notable authors\, historians and preservation advocates to share research and stories about Route 66.  Through presentations and discussions\, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the highway’s cultural and historical significance as it approaches its 100th anniversary. \nThe Centennial Speaker Series is organized and hosted by Research Route 66\, a collaboration led by the National Park Service Route 66 Corridor Preservation Program and the Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership\, along with archives\, libraries and museums located along the route\, including the Illinois State Museum. The program is certified as an official Route 66 centennial activity by the U.S. Route 66 Centennial Commission. \nResearch Route 66 works to preserve the historical record of Route 66 and make research materials accessible to the public and stakeholders for education\, preservation\, and management of the historic corridor.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/50374-route-66-at-100-an-american-story/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTSTAMP:20260929T162712Z
CREATED:20260929T162458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T162712Z
UID:47830-1794355200-1794441599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Veterans Day Celebration in Altamont
DESCRIPTION:PrintMark your calendar for an inspirational hour of music and commentary as ACHS and members of our community celebrate this country’s 250 years by honoring our veterans who helped make it possible. \nThe celebration will be held on Wednesday\, November 11\, at 4:00 p.m. in the Altamont Community High School gym. \nDoors open at 3:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47830-veterans-day-celebration-in-altamont/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTSTAMP:20261006T155704Z
CREATED:20261006T155300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T155704Z
UID:48499-1794355200-1794441599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries – November Distributions
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries Distribution Dates in November: \nTuesday\, November 3rd\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nTuesday\, November 10th\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nWednesday\, November 11th\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, November 14\, from 9:00 – 11:15 am\, Mason\, located at 861 E. Washington ( Mason Civic Center)\, serving groceries \nWednesday\, November 18th\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, November 28th\, from 8:30 am – Noon\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nCall 217-868-5293 to sign up\nOr\nGo online and set a time that works best for you at www.my-christian-space.com \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48499-48499/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTSTAMP:20261023T141816Z
CREATED:20261022T202047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261023T141816Z
UID:49947-1794355200-1794441599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Veterans Day Celebration in Edgewood
DESCRIPTION:PrintThis will be at the Edgewood American Legion \n \nThis will be at the Edgewood American Legion
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49947-veterans-day-celebration-in-edgewood/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114
DTSTAMP:20261006T145355Z
CREATED:20261006T145318Z
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UID:48444-1794528000-1794614399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:GloBingo - Central Illinois Truck Convoy
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48444-globingo-central-illinois-truck-convoy/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114
DTSTAMP:20261013T181245Z
CREATED:20261013T171909Z
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UID:49089-1794528000-1794614399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:National Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Print2026 National Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees and Ceremony \n• When: Friday\, November 13\, 2026\n• Where: Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 210 Pearl St.\, Teutopolis\, IL\n• Schedule: 6:00 social hour • 6:30 dinner • 7:00 induction ceremony\n• Tickets: $12 – can be purchased in person at the Teutopolis KC Hall or on Eventbrite (plus\nfees) \nProfessional Athlete\nChad Green — Effingham HS → Louisville (school-record 2.38 career ERA) →\ndrafted by Tigers 2013 → MLB debut with Yankees 2016\, played through 2022\, then\nBlue Jays 2023–2025. 500+ career strikeouts; 2017 breakout (1.83 ERA\, 103 K in 69\nIP); AL Comeback Player of the Year finalist in 2024 after Tommy John surgery\,\nwith 16 straight saves converted.\nFormer Student Athlete\nJeff Mihlbachler — St. Anthony HS\, basketball & baseball 1973–77. Nearly 1\,000\ncareer points (pre-3-point era)\, All-State Honorable Mention 1977. Drafted in 25th\nround by the Reds out of high school; led Pioneer League in strikeouts\, 1978. Now a\nGrand Ambassador for the Effingham Chamber of Commerce\, 22-year Sunrise\nRotary member.\nCoaching\nBob Horst — 37-year coaching career (Mt. Vernon\, Flora\, Newton). 23 years at\nNewton: 18 playoff appearances\, 166-79 overall record\, undefeated 2005\nseason/Class 4A runner-up. Led Newton to its first-ever state track title in 2006.\nIllinois HS Football Coaches Hall of Fame\, 2001.\nKristi & Dan Paulson — EIU softball co-coaches\, 279-95 overall over 8 years. At\nParkland CC: three NJCAA Region 24 titles\, four straight MWAC titles. At EIU: two\nstraight OVC regular-season/tournament titles (2025\, 2026)\, NCAA Tournament\nappearances both years. Also founded Premier Fastpitch in 2011.\nMedia\nLoren Tate — “Dean of Illinois Sports Reporters\,” 70-year career\, ~60 years\ncovering Illini athletics for the News-Gazette since 1966. Still writes weekly and\nappears on 4+ radio shows on WDWS. USBWA Hall of Fame\, 2021.\nMillie Lange — 45+-years as a sportswriter\, 29 years at Effingham Daily News\n(sports editor 1981-2010)\, now with Premier Broadcasting. Covered nearly every\nregional sport. \n2026 National Hall of Fame Inductees and Ceremony\nRandy Poole — 30+ years broadcasting\, Flora Wolves football (34 yrs) and\nbasketball (15 yrs) voice on WNOI\, plus 15 years as Sports Director.\nGreg Sapp — 52+ years\, longtime voice of the Effingham Hearts. Multiple honors\nincluding 2018 IBCA Hall of Fame and 2024 National Athletic Hall of Fame\nDirector’s Award. \nOfficials\nAndy Pullen — 59 years as IHSA-certified official (basketball\, track\, cross country)\, plus 22 years\nin Junior College basketball (GRAC). IBCA Hall of Fame official\, 2002.\nJim Wagner — 35-year IHSA official across basketball\, baseball\, softball\, football; 15 years\nofficiating JC basketball\, 12 Women’s Regionals\, 1 National Tournament appearance. \nTwelfth Man Award\nTom Clark — 50 years as PA announcer for Newton Eagles football; also active in Newton Rotary\,\nJasper County Health Department Board\, and Newton City Council Zoning Board.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49089-national-hall-of-fame-induction-ceremony/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114
DTSTAMP:20261019T154225Z
CREATED:20261019T152954Z
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UID:49560-1794528000-1794614399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Turkey Meal at V.F.W. in Effingham
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe VFW Auxiliary Post 1769 on Veterans Drive in Effingham are having a meal. \nDate:  Friday\, November 13. \nTime:  5:00 – 6:30 p.m. \nMenu:  Turkey/Dressing\, mashed potatoes/gravy\, green beans\, coffee\, tea or lemonade and dessert. \nCost:  $8.00
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49560-turkey-meal-at-v-f-w-in-effingham/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115
DTSTAMP:20260929T163719Z
CREATED:20260917T194457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T163719Z
UID:47081-1794614400-1794700799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night to Raise Awareness and Benefit People Experiencing Homelessness
DESCRIPTION:Print \nTrivia Night is open to the public.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47081-trivia-night-to-raise-awareness-and-benefit-people-experiencing-homelessness/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115
DTSTAMP:20261006T155709Z
CREATED:20261006T155328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T155709Z
UID:48501-1794614400-1794700799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries – November Distributions
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries Distribution Dates in November: \nTuesday\, November 3rd\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nTuesday\, November 10th\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nWednesday\, November 11th\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, November 14\, from 9:00 – 11:15 am\, Mason\, located at 861 E. Washington ( Mason Civic Center)\, serving groceries \nWednesday\, November 18th\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, November 28th\, from 8:30 am – Noon\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nCall 217-868-5293 to sign up\nOr\nGo online and set a time that works best for you at www.my-christian-space.com \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48501-48501/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115
DTSTAMP:20261012T154834Z
CREATED:20261012T154810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T154834Z
UID:48936-1794614400-1794700799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Veterans Day Chili Cook-Off
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48936-veterans-day-chili-cook-off/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115
DTSTAMP:20261019T154653Z
CREATED:20261019T154540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T154653Z
UID:49564-1794614400-1794700799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Meat Shoot at Edgewood Legion
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49564-meat-shoot-at-edgewood-legion/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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