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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
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UID:46508-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children
DESCRIPTION:Print \nPlease join us in prayer as we remember the lives lost to abortion and affirm the sacredness and dignity of every human life. \nCoffee and donuts will be served immediately following. \nIn case of rain\, the service will be held inside the Banquet Hall.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46508-national-day-of-remembrance-for-aborted-children-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260904T203401Z
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UID:46016-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Surviving The Color 5k Run/Walk
DESCRIPTION:PrintGet ready for a colorfully awesome time at the Surviving the Color 5k in Effingham on Saturday\, September 12! \nThis run benefits the Team of Mercy – Newton branch that offers assistance to those left behind after an attempted or completed suicide.  This is the 5th Surviving the Color event that raises funds and awareness to help those in need in Jasper and surrounding counties. \nThe race/walk on the TREC Trail will start at the EPC\, located at 1325 Outer Belt West in Effingham. \nRace Day Schedule: \n7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. – Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration\n8:45 a.m. – Pre-Race Ceremony\n9:00 a.m. – Race Starts!\n10:30 a.m. – Course Closes\n11:00 a.m. – Closing Ceremony \nAll Participants will receive 8 total color stations where you will be drenched in color\, and post-race refreshments! \nChildren age 8 & under can participate with a registered parent / guardian for free.  However they will not receive race materials.  You must be registered in order to receive any race materials. \n \nA Huge Shoutout to Our Sponsors For Helping Make This Event Possible! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46016-surviving-the-color-5k-run-walk/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260902T194734Z
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UID:45816-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries – September Distributions
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries Distribution Dates in September: \nTuesday\, September 8th\, 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\, September 9th\, 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\, September 12th\, from 9:00 – 11:15 am\, Mason\, located at 861 E. Washington ( Mason Civic Center)\, serving groceries \nSaturday\, September 19th Freedom Fest – FREE FOR ALL\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with live music\, kid’s games\, prizes\, food\, clothing\, petting zoo\, & much more! \nThe Pantry’s are closed on September 16th & September 26th \nCall 217-240-0059 or 217-868-5293 to sign up\nOr\nGo online and set a time that works best for you at www.my-christian-space.com
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45816-45816/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260902T170250Z
CREATED:20260902T165503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T170250Z
UID:45786-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:GloBingo Benefiting Effingham County Humane Society
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45786-globingo-benefiting-effingham-county-humane-society/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260911T125937Z
CREATED:20260901T204256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T125937Z
UID:45695-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Saturday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Neoga Round Robin\, 9 a.m. \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Woodlawn\, 10 a.m. \nNeoga at Webber Township (Bluford)\, noon \nNorth Clay at Teutopolis (DH)\, 10 a.m. \nCross Country \nEffingham\, Cumberland (boys only) at First to the Finish Invitational at Detweiller Park\, 9:20 a.m. \nAltamont\, Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, Cumberland\, Dieterich\, Neoga\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Shelbyville Trail Invitational\, 8:30 a.m. \nBoys Golf \nSt. Anthony\, Effingham\, Teutopolis\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Craig Dixon Golf Invitational at Mattoon\, 9 a.m. \nSoccer \nEffingham at Altamont\, 10 a.m. \nSt. Anthony at Decatur St. Teresa\, 11 a.m. \nArthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond at Teutopolis\, 10 a.m. \nGirls Tennis \nEffingham\, Teutopolis at Mattoon Invitational\, 8 a.m. \nSt. Anthony at Bloomington Purple Invitational\, 8 a.m. \nVolleyball \nCrossroads Classic Tournament at Effingham\, TBA \nDieterich at Westville Tournament\, TBA \nNorth Clay at Carlyle Tournament\, TBA \nJUNIOR VARSITY/FRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nSoccer \nEffingham at Altamont\, after varsity match \nVolleyball \nSt. Anthony at Triad Invitational\, 8 a.m. \nTeutopolis at Robinson JV Tournament\, TBA \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nCross Country \nSt. Anthony\, Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, Dieterich\, Teutopolis at Shelbyville Moulton Invitational\, 8:30 a.m. \nEffingham at Parkside Invitational\, Normal\, 9:30 a.m. \nBaseball \nEffingham at Tolono Unity\, 10 a.m. \nSoftball \nClass 1A St. Elmo Regional \nGame 7 — South Central vs. Neoga\, 11 a.m. (championship) \nClass 1A Dieterich Regional \nGame 7 —  Oblong vs. West Salem\, 10 a.m. (championship) \nClass 2A Teutopolis Regional \nGame 4 — Cumberland vs. Teutopolis\, 10 a.m. (championship) \nClass 2A Macon Meridian Regional \nGame 5 — Vandalia vs. Macon Meridian\, 11 a.m. (championship) \nClass 2A Lawrenceville Parkview Regional \nGame 5 — Jasper County vs. Casey-Westfield\, 11 a.m. (championship) \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nPittsburgh at Chicago Cubs\, 1:20 p.m. \nChicago White Sox at St. Louis\, 6:15 p.m. \nNASCAR \nNu Way 200 Sauced by Blues Hog at World Wide Technology Raceway\, 6 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45695-saturdays-schedule-79/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260814T155847Z
CREATED:20260814T154450Z
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UID:44285-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Watson School Reunion
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Watson School Reunion will be held on Saturday\, September 12th\, from 10:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m. \nThis is for anyone that attended any Watson school. \nRefreshments will be provided. \nBring stories to share!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44285-watson-school-reunion-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260803T180503Z
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UID:43471-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:"Meet Me at the Finish Line" Youth Adaptive Try-Athlon
DESCRIPTION:PrintHSHS St. Anthony’s Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness is marking a milestone as it hosts the fifth annual “Meet Me at the Finish Line” Youth Adaptive Try-Athlon\, promoting fitness and self-confidence for athletes 18 and under who face challenges every day\, whether physical\, social\, or emotional. \nThe “Meet Me at the Finish Line” Youth Adaptive Try-Athlon is Saturday\, September 12\, at the Workman Sports Complex\, 1301 N. Maple St.\, Effingham\, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. \nThis Youth Adaptive Try-Athlon is open to all athletes 18 and under with mobility deficits\, or children who are not afforded the opportunity to participate in community events due to physical\, social or emotional barriers.  Athletes will participate in swimming\, biking and running events.\nEach participant will have a buddy by their side for every splash\, pedal and step of the way.  There are no first-\, second-\, or third-place winners at this event.  Everyone is a winner simply by finishing the race. \nThere will be pregame fun and prizes.  Light refreshments and snacks will be available courtesy of HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital.  Family\, friends and community members are invited to cheer on the participants. \n“If you want to fill your cup with joy\, join us in cheering on our athletes as they overcome their everyday challenges in this fun and adaptive event\,” said Tammy Probst\, Director of Rehab Services at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital.  “We will have noisemakers available\, or bring your own\, to cheer on our athletes as they participate in the three-event race and cross the finish line on their own.  It is truly an inspiring time.” \n“The look of joy on the kids’ faces as they cross the finish line and receive their medal is hard to beat\,” said physical therapist Alex Kastl\, DPT\, PT\, who coordinates the event each year.  “Reaching five years shows just how much this event means to our athletes\, their families and our entire community.” \nFor more information and to register an athlete\, visit stanthonyshospital.org/try-athlon.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43471-meet-me-at-the-finish-line-youth-adaptive-try-athlon/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260803T171957Z
CREATED:20260803T171824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T171957Z
UID:43466-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Meat Shoot - Edgewood Legion
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43466-meat-shoot-edgewood-legion/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260526T153409Z
CREATED:20260526T153409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T153409Z
UID:39004-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Homesteaders Market
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/39004-homesteaders-market-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260511T202932Z
CREATED:20260511T202437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T202932Z
UID:37689-1789171200-1789257599@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/37689-37689/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260501T160424Z
CREATED:20260501T160218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T160424Z
UID:36915-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Mill Road Threshermans Association Show
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36915-mill-road-threshermans-association-show-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260501T155705Z
CREATED:20260501T153756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T155705Z
UID:36904-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:I70 Large Car Working Truck Show
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36904-i70-large-car-working-truck-show-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260909T144757Z
CREATED:20260909T144305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T144757Z
UID:46271-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet at Mason
DESCRIPTION:PrintMason Christian Church Community Breakfast Outreach will host an All- You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet on Saturday\, September 12th\, from 7:00 a.m. 10:00a.m. \nMenu for the breakfast includes: \nPancakes\nSausage\nBiscuits & Gravy\nScrambled Eggs\nHomemade Cinnamon Rolls\nMilk\, Juice\, and Coffee \nPrice: \nAges 13 – Adult:  $7.00\nAges 4 – 12:  $3.00\nAges 3 & under:  Free \nProceeds from this breakfast will go to the Mason Christian Church local mission fund. \nMason Christian Church is located just off of Route 37 in Mason. \nFor more information please call the church at (618) 226-4152
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46271-all-you-can-eat-breakfast-buffet-at-mason/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260506T161201Z
CREATED:20260506T161028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T161201Z
UID:37317-1789171200-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:On-Site Microchipping with E.A.R.S.
DESCRIPTION:Print \nOn-site microchipping at the EARS office on Saturday\, September 12.\nNo appointment needed\nNo geography or number limit.\nNo cost * But freewill donations are appreciated.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/37317-on-site-microchipping-with-e-a-r-s/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260905T002416Z
CREATED:20260904T205244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T002416Z
UID:46032-1789084800-1789343999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Summer Sundown 2026
DESCRIPTION:Print \nSummer Sundown Music Festival is about bringing together music lovers and artists of the eclectic music scenes across Illinois and the greater Midwest (and beyond) to help foster an even tighter\, larger community. \nWeekend passes and single day passes are available!  You can see our full lineup\, fest details\, and buy tickets at www.SummerSundownFest.com! \nKids under 15 are free with a paying adult. \nIn addition to all the great music\, songwriter circles\, and campfire jams\, Summer Sundown will feature yoga and sound healing\, arts and crafts vendors\, and local food vendors. \nBring a friend and be prepared to meet a few hundred new ones! \n  \nFriday’s Lineup: \n \n  \n  \nBoth of Saturday’s Lineups: \n \n \n  \nSunday’s Lineup: \n \nSummer Sundown Music Festival is produced in partnership with Poss Music Works\, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) corporation.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46032-46032/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260909T163652Z
CREATED:20260909T163544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T163652Z
UID:46309-1789084800-1789257599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham Vintage Cruise Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46309-effingham-vintage-cruise-weekend/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTSTAMP:20260910T105048Z
CREATED:20260901T204158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T105048Z
UID:45693-1789084800-1789171199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Friday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nSt. Anthony at Altamont\, 7:00 p.m. Listen on KJ Country 102.3 \nDieterich at South Central\, 4:30 p.m. \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4:30 p.m. \nCross Country \nSt. Anthony at Shelbyville Trail Invitational\, 10 a.m. \nFootball \nCharleston at Effingham\, 7 p.m. Listen on 97.9 XFM \nNewton at Mount Carmel\, 7 p.m. \nArthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond at Cumberland\, 7 p.m. \nBoys Golf \nSt. Anthony\, Effingham\, Teutopolis\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Craig Dixon Golf Invitational at Mattoon\, 1 p.m. \nDieterich\, Windsor\, Centralia Christ Our Rock Lutheran at Altamont\, 4 p.m. \nNewton at Lawrenceville Invitational\, 1 p.m. \nGirls Golf \nTeutopolis at Effingham\, 4 p.m. \nDieterich\, Windsor\, Centralia Christ Our Rock Lutheran\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Altamont\, 4 p.m. \nTeutopolis\, North Clay at Carlyle Invitational at Governor’s Run\, 1 p.m. \nVolleyball \nCrossroads Classic Tournament at Effingham\, TBA \nNorth Clay at Neoga\, 5 p.m. \nSouth Central at Patoka\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nGirls Golf \nEffingham vs. Teutopolis at Cardinal\, 4 p.m. \nBoys Golf \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Altamont\, 4 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH \nBaseball \nParis Crestwood at Effingham\, 4:15 p.m. \nSigel St. Michael at North Clay\, 4:30 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nPittsburgh at Chicago Cubs\, 1:20 p.m. \nChicago White Sox at St. Louis\, 7:15 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45693-fridays-schedule-77/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTSTAMP:20260901T150820Z
CREATED:20260901T145827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T150820Z
UID:45623-1789084800-1789171199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Cancer Benefit for Dave (Weird) Tolliver
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45623-cancer-benefit-for-dave-weird-tolliver/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTSTAMP:20260831T230503Z
CREATED:20260831T193636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T230503Z
UID:45533-1789084800-1789171199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in September
DESCRIPTION:PrintRed Cross Blood Drives in September: \n9/1\, Tuesday\, First Baptist Church – Fellowship Hall\, Casey\, Noon – 6:00 PM \n9/8\, Tuesday\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM \n9/11\, Friday\, Dan Hecht Chevrolet-Toyota\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM \n9/15\, Tuesday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin – Hall\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n9/17\, Thursday\, First Baptist Church Shelbyville – Fellowship Hall\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n9/25\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church – Lobby\, Effingham\, 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM \n9/25\, Friday\, Clay County Health Department – Conference Room\, Flora\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \n9/28\, Monday\, Effingham Event Center\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n9/29\, Tuesday\, Heartland Dental Heartland Dental – Basement Lunchroom\, Effingham\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n9/30\, Wednesday\, Altamont High School – Gym\, 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM \nFall into the habit of donating!  The American Red Cross and Hello Kitty are releasing exclusive NEW merch!  Come give blood September 1 – 20 for a Red Cross x Hello Kitty collectible item\, while supplies last!  Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood September 21 – October 18. \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/45533-45533/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTSTAMP:20260818T203604Z
CREATED:20260818T203328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T203604Z
UID:44551-1789084800-1789171199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fish or Ham Meal at Effingham VFW
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe VFW Post 1769 Auxiliary are having a meal on Friday\, September 11\, from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. \nThe meal will be at the VFW Post on Veterans Drive in Effingham. \nMenu:  Fish or Ham\, oven fried potatoes\, baked beans\, cole slaw\, dessert\, coffee\, tea or lemonade. \nPrice:  $8.00
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44551-fish-or-ham-meal-at-effingham-vfw/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTSTAMP:20260501T160137Z
CREATED:20260501T160057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T160137Z
UID:36913-1789084800-1789171199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Mill Road Threshermans Association Show
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36913-mill-road-threshermans-association-show-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTSTAMP:20260501T153724Z
CREATED:20260501T153724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T153724Z
UID:36882-1789084800-1789171199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:I70 Large Car Working Truck Show
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36882-i70-large-car-working-truck-show/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTSTAMP:20260910T145736Z
CREATED:20260910T145736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T145736Z
UID:46416-1788998400-1789084799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:FACE Orchestra Summer Concert
DESCRIPTION:PrintWeather permitting\, FACE Orchestra’s last summer concert this season is tonight 9/10\, in downtown Effingham on the square. \nBring a lawn chair and also enjoy free refreshments\, sponsored by Washington Saving’s Bank. \nThe concert starts at 7 pm
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46416-face-orchestra-summer-concert-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTSTAMP:20260908T152031Z
CREATED:20260908T145825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T152031Z
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SUMMARY:Lewis Artwork on Display at Library
DESCRIPTION:Print \nEffingham resident Melody Lewis will display her artwork through September 30th in the Richard and Diane Siemer Family Vault Art Gallery at the Effingham Public Library. \nBorn and raised in Effingham County\, Melody left Illinois after college\, spending 23 years in Orlando\, Florida\, and nine years in Northern California before returning home in 2024.  Her lifelong creativity began with a simple love of doodling. \n“I have always doodled since childhood\,” Lewis said. “I accepted any blank space as a personal challenge that the space needed to be filled.” \nOver the years\, painting remained an outlet\, from school play backdrops and signage to a cartoon character painted on her father’s hot rod and an entire school bus for a martial arts school. \nAt 50\, after her children had grown up\, a painting class reignited her passion. “I took a paint class\, and it ignited that old flame in me\,” she said. “It made me realize I once had a passion for painting.” \nToday\, Lewis draws inspiration from beauty\, simplicity\, and nature\, often turning photographs or emotional moments into paintings. \n“Anytime I see a photo or something that stirs an emotion in me\, I think\, ‘Could I paint that?’” she said.  “Could I do it justice? Even if I can’t\, I do my best to recreate it onto the canvas with my twist to capture that emotion.” \nFor Lewis\, art is also a way to connect with others and spark conversation. “Art is a statement piece for people to open a conversation\,” she said. “The artist is putting it out there\, knowing it will be judged—some good\, some bad—making it extremely personal.  We understand it’s not for everyone. No one ever sees it the way we see it.” \nLewis focuses on capturing the beauty she sees in the world and sharing that perspective with others. \nThe art exhibit is free and a library card is not required to view the exhibit. \nContact Art Gallery Coordinator Oran Colwell at 217-342-2464 or oran@effinghamlibrary.org for more information.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46167-lewis-artwork-on-display-at-library/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Thursday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nNeoga at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nBrownstown/St. Elmo vs. Centralia Christ Our Rock Lutheran at Greenville University\, 4:30 p.m. \nRamsey at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4 p.m. \nOdin at South Central\, 4:30 p.m. \nCross Country \nAltamont\, Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, North Clay\, Teutopolis at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Golf \nEffingham\, Teutopolis\, Mahomet-Seymour at Charleston\, 4 p.m. \nNewton at Robinson\, 4 p.m. \nGirls Golf \nSt. Anthony at Tuscola\, 4:15 p.m. \nTeutopolis\, Paris at Charleston\, 4 p.m. \nGolf \nDieterich at Altamont\, 4 p.m. \nSoccer \nMount Zion at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. \nAltamont art Richland County TIME CHANGED TO 7 P.M. \nRobinson at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nMattoon at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nGirls Tennis \nTeutopolis at Effingham\, 4 p.m. \nCasey-Westfield at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nVolleyball \nRobinson at St. Anthony\, 6 p.m. \nCumberland at Hutsonville/Palestine\, 6 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Altamont\, 5 p.m. \nPatoka at Dieterich\, 6 p.m. \nNeoga at Martinsville\, 6 p.m. \nNewton at Edwards County (Albion)\, 5 p.m. \nSandoval at St. Elmo/Brownstown\, 6:15 p.m. \nSalem at Teutopolis\, 5 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nBaseball \nTeutopolis at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Golf \nSt. Anthony at Tuscola\, 4 p.m. \nSoccer \nMount Zion at Effingham after varsity match \nGirls Tennis \nTeutopolis at Effingham\, 4 p.m. \nFRESHMEN \nFootball \nNewton at Vandalia\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nAltamont at Sigel St. Michael\, 4:30 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Okaw Valley\, 4:30 p.m. \nFlora Floyd Henson at North Clay\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nClass 1A Dieterich Regional \nGame 4 — Albion vs. Oblong\, 4:30 p.m. \nGame 5 — West Salem vs. Dieterich\, 6:30 p.m. \nClass 2A Teutopolis Regional \nGame 3 — Windsor vs. Teutopolis\, 7 p.m. \nClass 3A Effingham Regional \nGame 5 — Mattoon vs. Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. (championship) \nCross Country \nNorth Clay\, Paris Mayo at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45691-thursdays-schedule-77/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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SUMMARY:Mill Road Threshermans Association Show
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36908-mill-road-threshermans-association-show/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Effingham High School Class of 1962 Reunion
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Effingham High School Class of 1962 will hold their 64th Class Reunion at the Gabby Goat.  This will be on September 9 and 10\, Wednesday and Thursday\, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. \nFriends of the class are welcome to visit with them at the Gabby Goat during these times.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45789-effingham-high-school-class-of-1962-reunion/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries – September Distributions
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries Distribution Dates in September: \nTuesday\, September 8th\, 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\, September 9th\, 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\, September 12th\, from 9:00 – 11:15 am\, Mason\, located at 861 E. Washington ( Mason Civic Center)\, serving groceries \nSaturday\, September 19th Freedom Fest – FREE FOR ALL\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with live music\, kid’s games\, prizes\, food\, clothing\, petting zoo\, & much more! \nThe Pantry’s are closed on September 16th & September 26th \nCall 217-240-0059 or 217-868-5293 to sign up\nOr\nGo online and set a time that works best for you at www.my-christian-space.com
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45814-45814/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTSTAMP:20260902T161114Z
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SUMMARY:Mobile Justice Tour at Library
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45768-mobile-justice-tour-at-library/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260909
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DTSTAMP:20260902T142824Z
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SUMMARY:Calvary Baptist Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:PrintCalvary Baptist Church Food Pantry will be taking orders for food bags on Monday\, September 7th\, from 4:00 – 5:30.  Call 217-342-6671 to place your order. \nPickup is on Wednesday\, September 9th 4:00 – 5:00 pm. \nAll in need are encouraged to call 217-342-6671.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45747-calvary-baptist-food-pantry-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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