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SUMMARY:Free Zumba Classes in Dieterich
DESCRIPTION:PrintZUMBA! – Free Zumba Classes at the Wright Family Center in Dieterich all Fridays in April! \nDates:  April 4th\, April 11th\, April 18th\, and April 25th \nTime:  5:30-6:15pm \nPre-registration is not needed – just show up! \nFor more information\, call 217-925-5554 or email questions to Director@WrightFamilyCenter.com \nThis is free to everyone during the month of April!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/5654-free-zumba-classes-in-dieterich-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250419
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SUMMARY:The Solemn Shadows - A Service for Tenebrae
DESCRIPTION:Print \nMaundy Thursday 4/17\, 6:30 pm\, Watson United Methodist Church\nGood Friday 4/18\, 6:30 pm\, Altamont First United Methodist Church\nSaturday 4/19\, 2:00 pm\, Altamont Lutheran Care Center \nPerformed by the Choirs of:\nWatson United Methodist Church and\nAltamont First United Methodist Church \nThe Solemn Shadows was inspired by the medieval tradition of observing Tenebrae\, a service of shadows designed for spiritual introspection.  Maundy Thursday and Good Friday are sacred times for Christians to reflect on the events of Jesus’ passion.  The journey of tears is bittersweet\, yet in its heart there is hope and the calm assurance that the cross and tomb are not the end. \nIt is our prayer that in the stillness of this gathering of reflection\, you will hear the voice of grace whispering to your heart and reminding you of the beautiful Christ and the promise of resurrection!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/5761-the-solemn-shadows-a-service-for-tenebrae-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTSTAMP:20260622T055115
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintAll who come to donate at Red Cross Blood Drives in April\, will be automatically entered for a chance to win a $5\,000 gift card.  There will be three lucky winners. \nPlus\, those donating from April 1 – 13\, will receive a $15 Amazon.com Gift Card by email\, and those donating from April 14 – 30\, will receive an exclusive Red Cross T-shirt\, while supplies last. \nRed Cross Blood Drive Dates: \n4/3\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building\, Newton\, 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/3\, Thursday\, South Central FS\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n  \n4/8\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/8\, Tuesday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n  \n4/11\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/11\, Friday\, Montessori Kids Universe\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM \n  \n4/14\, Monday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n  \n4/16\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n  \n4/18\, Friday\, J&J Ventures-1300 Building\, Effingham\,11:30 AM – 4:30 PM \n  \n4/21\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n  \n4/22\, Tuesday\, CEEBA Building\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n  \n4/23\, Wednesday\, St Michael Church\, Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \nTo make an appointment and learn more about your health\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \nDid you know you get a free health screening when you give blood?  The American Red Cross checks your blood pressure\, pulse and hemoglobin.  Be sure to look for your vital stats in the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/5777-red-cross-blood-drive-in-april-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250419
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SUMMARY:Friday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nNorth Clay\, Woodlawn at South Central Wooden Bat Tournament\, TBA \nNewton at Marshall\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nChampaign Central at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. \nAltamont at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nTeutopolis at Flora\, 4:30 p.m. \nMattoon Round Robin \nGame 1 — Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg vs. Mattoon\, 4:30 p.m. \nGame 2 — Marion vs. St. Joseph\, 4:30 p.m. \nGame 3 — Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2\, 6:30 p.m. (third place) \nGame 4 — Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2\, 6:30 p.m. (championship) \nGirls Track \nAltamont\, Brownstown/St. Elmo at Vandalia\, 4:30 p.m. \nCumberland\, Neoga\, Newton\, Teutopolis at Robinson Sam Bennett Meet\, 10 a.m. \nBass Fishing \nEffingham at Newton Lake\, TBD \nJUNIOR VARSITY/FRESH/SOPH \nBaseball \nEffingham at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nParis at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nEffingham at Robinson\, after varsity game \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nBrownstown/St. Elmo\, Cumberland\, North Clay at Altamont Open\, 4 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nArizona at Chicago Cubs\, 1:20 p.m. \nSt. Louis at New York Mets\, 6:10 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/6343-fridays-schedule-6/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTSTAMP:20260622T055115
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UID:6939-1744934400-1745020799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Good Friday Prayer Service - Cross At The Crossroads
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/6939-good-friday-prayer-service-cross-at-the-crossroads/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260622T055115
CREATED:20250318T145458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T145536Z
UID:5062-1745020800-1745107199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Presby Kids Easter Party
DESCRIPTION:Print \nAll kids are welcome from Kindergarten age to 5th Grade! \nRegistration is required by April 15th. \nTo register\, visit:  https://tinyurl.com/FPCkidseaster4525.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/5062-presby-kids-easter-party/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260622T055115
CREATED:20250318T160433Z
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UID:5082-1745020800-1745107199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Easter Egg Hunt at Strasburg Park
DESCRIPTION:PrintRegistration for the Annual Strasburg Community Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 9:45 AM with the hunt begins at 10:00 AM. \nPictures with the Easter Bunny will be available either before or after the hunt.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/5082-easter-egg-hunt-at-strasburg-park/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260622T055115
CREATED:20250325T164725Z
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UID:5554-1745020800-1745107199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Easter Eggstravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThe Easter Eggstravaganza returns to the Keller Convention Center on Saturday\, April 19th from 9 a.m. – Noon!  As always\, the Eggstravaganza will be loaded with fun for the whole family\, including the Diaper Derby\, egg hunts\, games\, prizes\, lots of great sponsor booths\, and free pictures with the Easter Bunny! \nThere will be a bounce house from Party Worx and a bubble house from Effingham Party Globes. \nWhile there\, register to win Holiday World and Knights Action Park tickets! \nA big Thank You goes out to Hospital Sisters Health System.  They’ll be giving away a girl’s bike and boy’s bike. \nPlus\, the first 350 kids will receive a free goody bag from Maurices.  We hope to see you there! \nEgg Hunt Schedule: \n9 a.m. – Diaper Derby\n9:30 a.m. – 1 Year Olds\n10 a.m. – 2 Year Olds\n10:30 a.m. – 3 Year Olds\n11 a.m. – 4 Year Olds\n11:15 a.m. – 5 & 6 Year Olds\n11:30 a.m. – 7 & 8 Year Olds\n11:45 a.m. – 9 & 10 Year Olds
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/5554-easter-eggstravaganza/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260622T055115
CREATED:20250327T144912Z
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UID:5764-1745020800-1745107199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:The Solemn Shadows - A Service for Tenebrae
DESCRIPTION:Print \nMaundy Thursday 4/17\, 6:30 pm\, Watson United Methodist Church\nGood Friday 4/18\, 6:30 pm\, Altamont First United Methodist Church\nSaturday 4/19\, 2:00 pm\, Altamont Lutheran Care Center \nPerformed by the Choirs of:\nWatson United Methodist Church and\nAltamont First United Methodist Church \nThe Solemn Shadows was inspired by the medieval tradition of observing Tenebrae\, a service of shadows designed for spiritual introspection.  Maundy Thursday and Good Friday are sacred times for Christians to reflect on the events of Jesus’ passion.  The journey of tears is bittersweet\, yet in its heart there is hope and the calm assurance that the cross and tomb are not the end. \nIt is our prayer that in the stillness of this gathering of reflection\, you will hear the voice of grace whispering to your heart and reminding you of the beautiful Christ and the promise of resurrection!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/5764-the-solemn-shadows-a-service-for-tenebrae-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260622T055115
CREATED:20250407T145026Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nEffingham at Mattoon\, POSTPONED UNTIL APRIL 22\, 4PM \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Mulberry Grove\, 4:30 p.m. \nNorth Clay\, Flora\, Woodlawn at South Central Wooden Bat Tournament\, TBA \nTeutopolis vs. Unity at Unity\, 11 a.m. \nTeutopolis vs. Sacred Heart Griffin at Unity\, 12:45 p.m. \nArcola at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg (DH at Stew-Stras)\, 10 a.m. \nSoftball \nMattoon at Effingham (DH)\, 10 a.m. \nCumberland Round Robin CANCELLED \nGame 1 — Flora vs. Cumberland\, 10 a.m. \nGame 2 — Taylorville vs. Flora\, noon \nGame 3– Cumberland vs. Taylorville\, 2 p.m. \nDieterich at Casey-Westfield\, CANCELLED \nNewton at Greenville Tournament\, 10 a.m. \nUnity at Teutopolis (DH)\, 11 a.m. \nBoys Tennis \nTeutopolis at Alton Invitational\, 9 a.m. \nBoys Track \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Pana Invitational\, 9 a.m. \nGirls Track \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Pana Invitational\, 9 a.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY/FRESH/SOPH \nBaseball \nEffingham at Mattoon (DH)\, 10 a.m. \nRobinson at Newton\, 10 a.m. \nTeutopolis at Edwardsville (DH)\, 10 a.m. \nBoys Tennis \nNewton at Teutopolis Doubles\, TBA \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nNeoga at Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond\, 10 a.m. \nStewardson-Strasburg\, Windsor at Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond\, 10 a.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nArizona at Chicago Cubs\, 1:20 p.m. \nSt. Louis at New York Mets\, 3:05 p.m. \nNASCAR \nNASCAR Xfinity Series Race\, 1:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/6341-saturdays-schedule-5/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260622T055115
CREATED:20250409T153050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T153050Z
UID:6581-1745020800-1745107199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Easter Egg Hunt at Effingham Elks Lodge
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/6581-easter-egg-hunt-at-effingham-elks-lodge/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250409T154048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154048Z
UID:6586-1745020800-1745107199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Easter Bake Sale at St. Francis Center
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/6586-easter-bake-sale-at-st-francis-center/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250410T160054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T160054Z
UID:6722-1745020800-1745107199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Easter Fun at the Lincoln Log Cabin Farms
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site invites you to celebrate a presidential tradition on Saturday\, April 19th\, from 1:00-3:00! \nThe Lincolns and Sargents will be hosting a traditional Egg Roll and Easter Egg Hunt\, and a craft activity.  The Easter Egg Hunt begins at 1:00 p.m.\, and the Egg Roll begins at 2:00 p.m. \nChildren (12 and under) will be divided into age groups\, with each group having staggered start times. \nThe Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site is located at 402 South Lincoln Highway Road\, Lerna\, IL 62440. \nFor more information\, please call 217-345-1845\, or email to:  lsff@lincolnlogcabin.org \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/6722-easter-fun-at-the-lincoln-log-cabin-farms/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250407T145325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T145456Z
UID:6338-1745107200-1745193599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Sunday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nArizona at Chicago Cubs\, 1:20 p.m. \nSt. Louis at New York Mets\, 12:40 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/6338-sundays-schedule-5/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250414T142810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T142810Z
UID:6945-1745107200-1745193599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Easter Sunday Sunrise Service at The Cross At The Crossroads
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/6945-easter-sunday-sunrise-service-at-the-cross-at-the-crossroads/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250414T144334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T144656Z
UID:6951-1745107200-1745193599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:CEFS - Volunteers Needed
DESCRIPTION:PrintCEFS Recognizes National Volunteer Week April 20-26 \nCEFS Economic Opportunity Corporation would like to recognize and thank all the CEFS\nvolunteers that have contributed to CEFS’ mission of providing opportunities in our communities\nthrough education and support to achieve and maintain stability. In 2024\, CEFS served over\n19\,000 individuals with the help of over 2\,300 volunteers that provided over 165\,000 hours of\nservice. Because of our volunteers\, what seemed to be impossible became possible. Thank you\nto all our volunteers for their dedication and support to CEFS and those in need. \nCEFS is a not-for-profit Community Action Agency that serves the counties of Christian\, Clay\,\nEffingham\, Fayette\, Shelby\, Montgomery\, and Moultrie. CEFS needs volunteers for its Retired\nSenior Volunteer Program\, Meals on Wheels Program\, Adult Literacy Program\, Food Pantries\, and\nHead Start Program. \nNational Volunteer Week is a great opportunity to shine a light on the many ways people can serve\nand strengthen their communities. To learn more about available volunteer opportunities or how\nyou can get involved\, please visit our website at  https://www.cefseoc.org/volunteer
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/6951-cefs-volunteers-needed/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250416T143740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T144254Z
UID:7155-1745107200-1745193599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Easter Sunrise Service - Dieterich Area Lutheran Churches
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Dieterich area Lutheran Churches\, St. Paul – Wheeler\, St. John – Dieterich\, Grace – Dieterich\, and St. John – Louisville\, will hold their annual Easter Sunrise Service\, with Holy Communion\, on Sunday\, April 20th at 7:00 am. \nThe service will be held at the Dieterich Jr. High Gym. \nRev. Emmett Bartens of St. John\, Louisville will be the liturgist and Rev. Dean Herberts of St. John Dieterich\, St. Paul Wheeler and Grace Dieterich will preach. \nAn Easter breakfast will be served following the service in the school cafeteria by the Lutheran Youth Groups of the participating churches. \nThe public is invited to join us.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/7155-easter-sunrise-service-dieterich-area-lutheran-churches/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250327T164511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T164511Z
UID:5779-1745193600-1745279999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintAll who come to donate at Red Cross Blood Drives in April\, will be automatically entered for a chance to win a $5\,000 gift card.  There will be three lucky winners. \nPlus\, those donating from April 1 – 13\, will receive a $15 Amazon.com Gift Card by email\, and those donating from April 14 – 30\, will receive an exclusive Red Cross T-shirt\, while supplies last. \nRed Cross Blood Drive Dates: \n4/3\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building\, Newton\, 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/3\, Thursday\, South Central FS\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n  \n4/8\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/8\, Tuesday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n  \n4/11\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/11\, Friday\, Montessori Kids Universe\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM \n  \n4/14\, Monday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n  \n4/16\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n  \n4/18\, Friday\, J&J Ventures-1300 Building\, Effingham\,11:30 AM – 4:30 PM \n  \n4/21\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n  \n4/22\, Tuesday\, CEEBA Building\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n  \n4/23\, Wednesday\, St Michael Church\, Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \nTo make an appointment and learn more about your health\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \nDid you know you get a free health screening when you give blood?  The American Red Cross checks your blood pressure\, pulse and hemoglobin.  Be sure to look for your vital stats in the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/5779-red-cross-blood-drives-in-april-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250401T152846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T152846Z
UID:5986-1745193600-1745279999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Leith Cemetery Association Meeting
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Leith Cemetery Association’s annual meeting for 2025 is scheduled for Monday\, April 21.  The meeting will take place at the residence of Woody Clough\, located at 13348 East 300th Avenue\, Mason . \nAll individuals with an interest in Leith Cemetery are welcome to attend. \nThose wishing to contribute to the maintenance of the cemetery may send donations to: \nLeith Cemetery \nc/o Frank Webster\, Treasurer \n1816 N. 1150th St. \nMason\, IL\, 62443
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/5986-leith-cemetery-association-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250414T144808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T144808Z
UID:6956-1745193600-1745279999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:CEFS - Volunteers Needed
DESCRIPTION:PrintCEFS Recognizes National Volunteer Week April 20-26 \nCEFS Economic Opportunity Corporation would like to recognize and thank all the CEFS\nvolunteers that have contributed to CEFS’ mission of providing opportunities in our communities\nthrough education and support to achieve and maintain stability. In 2024\, CEFS served over\n19\,000 individuals with the help of over 2\,300 volunteers that provided over 165\,000 hours of\nservice. Because of our volunteers\, what seemed to be impossible became possible. Thank you\nto all our volunteers for their dedication and support to CEFS and those in need. \nCEFS is a not-for-profit Community Action Agency that serves the counties of Christian\, Clay\,\nEffingham\, Fayette\, Shelby\, Montgomery\, and Moultrie. CEFS needs volunteers for its Retired\nSenior Volunteer Program\, Meals on Wheels Program\, Adult Literacy Program\, Food Pantries\, and\nHead Start Program. \nNational Volunteer Week is a great opportunity to shine a light on the many ways people can serve\nand strengthen their communities. To learn more about available volunteer opportunities or how\nyou can get involved\, please visit our website at  https://www.cefseoc.org/volunteer
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/6956-cefs-volunteers-needed-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250416T184523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T181656Z
UID:7252-1745193600-1745279999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Monday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nChampaign Central at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. (played at South baseball Diamond at the EHS Complex) \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Altamont (DH)\, 4:30 p.m. \nTri-County at Cumberland HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO WEDNESDAY\, APRIL 30 \nDieterich at Odin HAS BEEN CANCELED \nNewton at Marshall HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO APRIL 25 \nNorth Clay at Fairfield\, 4:30 p.m. \nCharleston at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nChatham Glenwood at Effingham HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO THURSDAY\, APRIL 24 \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nAltamont at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4:30 p.m. \nNeoga at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City HAS BEEN CANCELED \nHeritage at Cumberland\, 4:30 p.m. HAS BEEN MOVED TO GREENUP \nDieterich at Casey-Westfield\, 4:30 p.m. \nNewton at Marshall\, 4:30 p.m. \nEdwards County (Albion) at North Clay\, 4:30 p.m. \nSouth Central at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Tennis \nCasey-Westfield at Effingham\, 4:15 p.m. \nFlora at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Track \nNeoga\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, Brownstown/St. Elmo at St. Anthony\, 4 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Red Hill (Bridgeport)\, 4 p.m. \nGirls Track \nNeoga\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, Brownstown/St. Elmo at St. Anthony\, 4 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Red Hill (Bridgeport)\, 4 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY/FRESH/SOPH \nBaseball \nNeoga at Effingham HAS BEEN CANCELED \nSt. Anthony at Greenville\, 4:30 p.m. \nTeutopolis at Robinson\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nChatham Glenwood at Effingham after varsity game \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nSt. Louis Cardinals at Atlanta\, 6:15 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/7252-mondays-schedule-7/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250417T193054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T193054Z
UID:7391-1745193600-1745279999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:International Student Panel at Library
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/7391-international-student-panel-at-library/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250423
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250327T164550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T164550Z
UID:5781-1745280000-1745366399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintAll who come to donate at Red Cross Blood Drives in April\, will be automatically entered for a chance to win a $5\,000 gift card.  There will be three lucky winners. \nPlus\, those donating from April 1 – 13\, will receive a $15 Amazon.com Gift Card by email\, and those donating from April 14 – 30\, will receive an exclusive Red Cross T-shirt\, while supplies last. \nRed Cross Blood Drive Dates: \n4/3\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building\, Newton\, 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/3\, Thursday\, South Central FS\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n  \n4/8\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/8\, Tuesday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n  \n4/11\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/11\, Friday\, Montessori Kids Universe\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM \n  \n4/14\, Monday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n  \n4/16\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n  \n4/18\, Friday\, J&J Ventures-1300 Building\, Effingham\,11:30 AM – 4:30 PM \n  \n4/21\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n  \n4/22\, Tuesday\, CEEBA Building\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n  \n4/23\, Wednesday\, St Michael Church\, Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \nTo make an appointment and learn more about your health\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \nDid you know you get a free health screening when you give blood?  The American Red Cross checks your blood pressure\, pulse and hemoglobin.  Be sure to look for your vital stats in the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/5781-red-cross-blood-drives-in-april-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250423
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250414T144851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T144851Z
UID:6959-1745280000-1745366399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:CEFS - Volunteers Needed
DESCRIPTION:PrintCEFS Recognizes National Volunteer Week April 20-26 \nCEFS Economic Opportunity Corporation would like to recognize and thank all the CEFS\nvolunteers that have contributed to CEFS’ mission of providing opportunities in our communities\nthrough education and support to achieve and maintain stability. In 2024\, CEFS served over\n19\,000 individuals with the help of over 2\,300 volunteers that provided over 165\,000 hours of\nservice. Because of our volunteers\, what seemed to be impossible became possible. Thank you\nto all our volunteers for their dedication and support to CEFS and those in need. \nCEFS is a not-for-profit Community Action Agency that serves the counties of Christian\, Clay\,\nEffingham\, Fayette\, Shelby\, Montgomery\, and Moultrie. CEFS needs volunteers for its Retired\nSenior Volunteer Program\, Meals on Wheels Program\, Adult Literacy Program\, Food Pantries\, and\nHead Start Program. \nNational Volunteer Week is a great opportunity to shine a light on the many ways people can serve\nand strengthen their communities. To learn more about available volunteer opportunities or how\nyou can get involved\, please visit our website at  https://www.cefseoc.org/volunteer
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/6959-cefs-volunteers-needed-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250423
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250416T184725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T150431Z
UID:7254-1745280000-1745366399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Tuesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nSt. Anthony at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3) \nEffingham at Mattoon (DH)\, 4 p.m. \nTuscola at Altamont\, 4:30 p.m. \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Dieterich\, 4:15 p.m. \nMattoon at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nSouth Central at North Clay\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nMattoon at Effingham (DH)\, 4 p.m. \nHutsonville at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nCharleston at Altamont\, 4:30 p.m. \nSouth Central at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4:30 p.m. \nCumberland at Mount Zion\, 4:30 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Dieterich\, 4:15 p.m. \nTeutopolis at Tuscola\, 4:30 p.m. \nMeridian at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Tennis \nSt. Anthony at Charleston\, 4:30 p.m. \nNewton at Flora\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Track \nSt. Anthony\, Altamont\, Brownstown/St. Elmo\, Newton\, Teutopolis at Cumberland Pirates Invitational\, 4:30 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Tri-County\, 4 p.m. \nNeoga\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Sullivan\, 4 p.m. \nGirls Track \nEffingham\, Teutopolis at Mattoon Invitational\, 4:30 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Tri-County\, 4 p.m. \nNeoga\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Sullivan\, 4 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY/FRESH/SOPH \nBaseball \nMattoon at Effingham (DH)\, 4 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Casey-Westfield\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nNewton at Richland County\, Olney HAS BEEN POSTPONED \nTeutopolis at Tuscola\, 4:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nSt. Anthony\, Altamont\, Newton\, North Clay at Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4 p.m. \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Vandalia\, 4 p.m. \nWindsor at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4 p.m. \nNeoga\, Newton St. Thomas\, Sigel St. Michael at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nLos Angeles Dodgers at Chicago\, 6:40 p.m. \nSt. Louis Cardinals at Atlanta\, 6:15 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/7254-tuesdays-schedule-7/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250423
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250422T145258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T150843Z
UID:7833-1745280000-1745366399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Eucharistic Miracles Exhibition at St. Anthony Parish Center
DESCRIPTION:PrintTo celebrate the upcoming canonization of Carlo Acutis\, his work on the Eucharistic Miracles will be on display at the St. Anthony Parish Center in Effingham. \nThe exhibition can be viewed from Tuesday – Friday\, April 22-25 from 9:00 – 4:00\, as well as on Sunday\, April 27 from 8:30 – 12:30. \nIn many places throughout history\, Our Lord has carried out Miracles of the Holy Eucharist\, in which His Precious Body and Blood have become visible to doubting human eyes\, no longer under the appearances of bread and wine\, but under the appearances of flesh and blood! \nThe research on these documented miracles was done by Carlo Acutis\, a young boy who died at the age of 15\, in 2005.  He wanted to foster a renewed faith and deep love for the Holy Eucharist. \nTo view the miracles online\, go to miracolieucaristici.org \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/7833-eucharistic-miracles-exhibition-at-st-anthony-parish-center/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250424
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250327T164631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T164631Z
UID:5783-1745366400-1745452799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintAll who come to donate at Red Cross Blood Drives in April\, will be automatically entered for a chance to win a $5\,000 gift card.  There will be three lucky winners. \nPlus\, those donating from April 1 – 13\, will receive a $15 Amazon.com Gift Card by email\, and those donating from April 14 – 30\, will receive an exclusive Red Cross T-shirt\, while supplies last. \nRed Cross Blood Drive Dates: \n4/3\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building\, Newton\, 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/3\, Thursday\, South Central FS\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n  \n4/8\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/8\, Tuesday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n  \n4/11\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/11\, Friday\, Montessori Kids Universe\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM \n  \n4/14\, Monday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n  \n4/16\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n  \n4/18\, Friday\, J&J Ventures-1300 Building\, Effingham\,11:30 AM – 4:30 PM \n  \n4/21\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n  \n4/22\, Tuesday\, CEEBA Building\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n  \n4/23\, Wednesday\, St Michael Church\, Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \nTo make an appointment and learn more about your health\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \nDid you know you get a free health screening when you give blood?  The American Red Cross checks your blood pressure\, pulse and hemoglobin.  Be sure to look for your vital stats in the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/5783-red-cross-blood-drives-in-april-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250424
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250414T144941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T144941Z
UID:6961-1745366400-1745452799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:CEFS - Volunteers Needed
DESCRIPTION:PrintCEFS Recognizes National Volunteer Week April 20-26 \nCEFS Economic Opportunity Corporation would like to recognize and thank all the CEFS\nvolunteers that have contributed to CEFS’ mission of providing opportunities in our communities\nthrough education and support to achieve and maintain stability. In 2024\, CEFS served over\n19\,000 individuals with the help of over 2\,300 volunteers that provided over 165\,000 hours of\nservice. Because of our volunteers\, what seemed to be impossible became possible. Thank you\nto all our volunteers for their dedication and support to CEFS and those in need. \nCEFS is a not-for-profit Community Action Agency that serves the counties of Christian\, Clay\,\nEffingham\, Fayette\, Shelby\, Montgomery\, and Moultrie. CEFS needs volunteers for its Retired\nSenior Volunteer Program\, Meals on Wheels Program\, Adult Literacy Program\, Food Pantries\, and\nHead Start Program. \nNational Volunteer Week is a great opportunity to shine a light on the many ways people can serve\nand strengthen their communities. To learn more about available volunteer opportunities or how\nyou can get involved\, please visit our website at  https://www.cefseoc.org/volunteer
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/6961-cefs-volunteers-needed-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250424
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250416T184853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T185751Z
UID:7256-1745366400-1745452799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Wednesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nSt. Anthony at Charleston\, 4:30 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nCumberland at Arcola\, 4:30 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Ramsey\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Mulberry Grove\, 4:30 p.m. \nNeoga at Cumberland\, 4:30 p.m. \nCentralia Christ Our Rock Lutheran at St. Elmo/Brownstown\, 4:30 p.m. \nSouth Central at Ramsey\, 4:30 p.m. \nCharleston at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Tennis \nSalem at Effingham\, 4:15 p.m. \nSt. Anthony at Mattoon\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Track \nSt. Anthony at Paris Relays\, 4 p.m. \nGirls Track \nSt. Anthony at Paris Relays\, 4 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY/FRESH/SOPH \nRichland County\, Olney at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. \nCharleston at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nLos Angeles Dodgers at Chicago Cubs\, 6 p.m. \nSt. Louis Cardinals at Atlanta\, 11:15 a.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/7256-wednesdays-schedule-8/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250424
DTSTAMP:20260622T055116
CREATED:20250421T161428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T161428Z
UID:7728-1745366400-1745452799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Teutopolis Comprehensive Plan - Final Engagement Session
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/7728-teutopolis-comprehensive-plan-final-engagement-session/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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