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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907
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SUMMARY:Monday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintMONDAY\, SEPTEMBER 7 \nHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nSouth Central at Ramsey\, 4:30 p.m. \nGirls Golf \nSullivan at St. Anthony\, 4 p.m. \nGolf \nDieterich at Richland County\, Olney\, 4 p.m. \nSoccer \nRobinson at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nVolleyball \nMarshall at Cumberland\, 6 p.m. \nNeoga at Mattoon St. John’s Lutheran\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nFootball \nBreese Mater Dei at Effingham\, 6 p.m. \nCumberland at Argenta-Oreana HAS BEEN CANCELED \nNewton at Casey-Westfield\, 6 p.m. \nBoys Golf \nSt. Anthony at Sullivan\, 4 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nSouth Central at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nRegionals\, TBA \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nChicago Cubs at Milwaukee\, 1:10 p.m. \nSt. Louis at San Francisco\, 5:05 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45684-mondays-schedule-75/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260831T230456Z
CREATED:20260831T193544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T230456Z
UID:45531-1788825600-1788911999@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/45531-45531/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260901T203826Z
CREATED:20260901T203826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T203826Z
UID:45687-1788825600-1788911999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Tuesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintTUESDAY\, SEPTEMBER 8 \nHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nAltamont at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4:30 p.m. \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Dieterich\, 4:30 p.m. \nNeoga at South Central\, 4:30 p.m. \nWoodlawn at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at North Clay\, 4:30 p.m. \nCross Country \nEffingham vs. Teutopolis at Ballard Nature Center\, 4:15 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Sullivan\, 4:30 p.m. \nGolf \nDieterich at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, TBD \nBoys Golf \nEffingham at Vandalia\, 4 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Shelbyville\, 4 p.m. \nNewton at Sullivan Invitational\, 4 p.m. \nDieterich\, Central A&M at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4 p.m. \nGirls Golf \nEffingham\, Mount Zion at St. Anthony\, 4 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Shelbyville\, 4 p.m. \nTeutopolis at O’Fallon Lady Panther Invitational\, 1 p.m. \nDieterich\, Central A&M at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4 p.m. \nSoccer \nEffingham at Mattoon\, 5 p.m. \nAltamont at Teutopolis\, 6 p.m. \nRichland County\, Olney at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nGirls Tennis \nCharleston at Effingham\, 4:15 p.m. \nSt. Anthony at Richland County\, Olney\, 4:30 p.m. \nMount Carmel at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nVolleyball \nTaylorville at Effingham\, 5 p.m. \nNeoga at St. Anthony\, 6 p.m. \nAltamont at North Clay\, 5 p.m. \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 6 p.m. \nSouth Central at Dieterich\, 6 p.m. \nFairfield at Newton\, 5 p.m. \nTeutopolis at Sullivan\, 5 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nBoys Golf \nSt. Anthony at Shelbyville\, 4:15 p.m. \nTeutopolis at Charleston\, 4 p.m. \nDieterich\, Central A&M at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4 p.m. \nSoccer \nEffingham at Mattoon\, after varsity match \nAltamont at Teutopolis\, 6 p.m. \nGirls Tennis \nTeutopolis at Vandalia\, 4:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nEffingham Sacred Heart at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4:30 p.m. \nCharleston at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nEffingham at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nTeutopolis at Charleston (B game)\, 4:30 p.m. \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Altamont Lutheran\, 4:30 p.m. \nCumberland at Dieterich\, 4:30 p.m. \nNeoga at Arcola\, 4:30 p.m. \nSigel St. Michael at Ramsey\, 4:30 p.m. \nCross Country \nAltamont\, Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, Dieterich\, Effingham\, Neoga\, Teutopolis\, Trinity\, Casey-Westfield\, SMG at St. Anthony\, 4 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Sullivan\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nPatoka at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4:30 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nChicago Cubs at Milwaukee\, 6:40 p.m. \nSt. Louis at San Francisco\, 8:45 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45687-tuesdays-schedule-77/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTSTAMP:20260812T164338Z
CREATED:20260812T164230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T164338Z
UID:44113-1788912000-1788998399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Women’s Pro Baseball League
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) has officially begun its historic\, inaugural 2026 season.  The league’s four teams – New York\, Boston\, San Francisco\, and Los Angeles – are taking the field at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield. \nThe Regular Season runs through September 6th\, with all games being played Wednesday through Sunday\, with most games starting at 6:30 p.m. \nFollowing the regular-season finale on September 6th\, the postseason will begin on Wednesday\, September 9th.  The winners advance to a best-of-5 Championship Series starting September 16th\, culminating in the crowning of the first WPBL Champion. \nThe WPBL is the only professional women’s baseball league in the United States.  The League is co-founded by baseball pioneer\, Justine Siegal\, who is the first woman to coach a professional men’s baseball team and to pitch batting practice in Major League Baseball. \nFor more information on the WPBL\, visit www.womensprobaseballleague.com.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44113-44113/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTSTAMP:20260901T203939Z
CREATED:20260901T203938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T203939Z
UID:45689-1788912000-1788998399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Wednesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintWEDNESDAY\, SEPTEMBER 9 \nHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nRamsey at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Golf \nTeutopolis\, Sullivan\, Robinson at Effingham\, 4 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Flora\, 4 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Meridian\, 4 p.m. \nGirls Golf \nSt. Anthony\, Effingham\, North Clay at Olney Invitational\, 3 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Meridian\, 4 p.m. \nSoccer \nSt. Anthony at Hillsboro\, 5 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nBoys Golf \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Meridian\, 4 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at South Central\, 4:30 p.m. \nSesser Valier at North clay\, 4:30 p.m. \nCross Country \nEffingham at Centralia\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nRegionals\, TBA \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nChicago Cubs at Milwaukee\, 6:40 p.m. \nSt. Louis at San Francisco\, 2:45 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45689-wednesdays-schedule-79/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTSTAMP:20260501T160012Z
CREATED:20260501T155909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T160012Z
UID:36908-1788998400-1789084799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Mill Road Threshermans Association Show
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36908-mill-road-threshermans-association-show/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTSTAMP:20260901T204108Z
CREATED:20260901T204108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T204108Z
UID:45691-1788998400-1789084799@www.thexradio.com
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. \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. \nRegionals\, TBA \nCross Country \nNorth Clay\, Paris Mayo at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nRegionals\, TBA
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45691-thursdays-schedule-77/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports 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
END:VEVENT
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: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
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
END:VEVENT
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:20260901T204158Z
CREATED:20260901T204158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T204158Z
UID:45693-1789084800-1789171199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Friday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nSt. Anthony at Altamont\, 4:30 p.m. \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. \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. \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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260803T180503Z
CREATED:20260803T175224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T180503Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260814T155847Z
CREATED:20260814T154450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T155847Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260901T204256Z
CREATED:20260901T204256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T204256Z
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. \nRegionals\, TBA \nSoftball \nRegionals\, TBA \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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260501T160448Z
CREATED:20260501T160258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T160448Z
UID:36917-1789257600-1789343999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Mill Road Threshermans Association Show
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36917-mill-road-threshermans-association-show-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260805T162616Z
CREATED:20260805T162034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T162616Z
UID:43690-1789257600-1789343999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Spaghetti Lunch Benefiting Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43690-spaghetti-lunch-benefiting-catholic-charities/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260901T204345Z
CREATED:20260901T204345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T204345Z
UID:45697-1789257600-1789343999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Sunday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nPittsburgh at Chicago Cubs\, 1:20 p.m. \nChicago White Sox at St. Louis\, 1:15 p.m. \nNASCAR
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45697-sundays-schedule-78/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTSTAMP:20260831T230508Z
CREATED:20260831T193719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T230508Z
UID:45535-1789430400-1789516799@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/45535-45535/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTSTAMP:20260812T145634Z
CREATED:20260812T145554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T145634Z
UID:44088-1789516800-1789603199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Children's Orthopedic Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44088-free-childrens-orthopedic-clinic-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTSTAMP:20260812T164343Z
CREATED:20260812T164300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T164343Z
UID:44115-1789516800-1789603199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Women’s Pro Baseball League
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) has officially begun its historic\, inaugural 2026 season.  The league’s four teams – New York\, Boston\, San Francisco\, and Los Angeles – are taking the field at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield. \nThe Regular Season runs through September 6th\, with all games being played Wednesday through Sunday\, with most games starting at 6:30 p.m. \nFollowing the regular-season finale on September 6th\, the postseason will begin on Wednesday\, September 9th.  The winners advance to a best-of-5 Championship Series starting September 16th\, culminating in the crowning of the first WPBL Champion. \nThe WPBL is the only professional women’s baseball league in the United States.  The League is co-founded by baseball pioneer\, Justine Siegal\, who is the first woman to coach a professional men’s baseball team and to pitch batting practice in Major League Baseball. \nFor more information on the WPBL\, visit www.womensprobaseballleague.com.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44115-44115/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260831T230513Z
CREATED:20260831T193743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T230513Z
UID:45537-1789603200-1789689599@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/45537-45537/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTSTAMP:20260511T202938Z
CREATED:20260511T202503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T202938Z
UID:37691-1789776000-1789862399@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/37691-37691/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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