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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
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTSTAMP:20260902T164352Z
CREATED:20260902T164250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T164352Z
UID:45778-1789516800-1789603199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn with Kiwanis
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45778-lunch-and-learn-with-kiwanis/
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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
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UID:45772-1789689600-1789862399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Book Sale at Library
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45772-book-sale-at-library-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T170931Z
UID:43460-1789776000-1789862399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Legion Cookout in Altamont
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43460-legion-cookout-in-altamont-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
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UID:43661-1789776000-1789862399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Meet The Machines at Windsor
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43661-meet-the-machines-at-windsor/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
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UID:43927-1789776000-1789862399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:St. Francis of Assisi Church Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43927-st-francis-of-assisi-church-picnic/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTSTAMP:20260902T142442Z
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UID:45742-1789776000-1789862399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bag Tournament Benefit in Edgewood
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45742-45742/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
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UID:45818-1789776000-1789862399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:FREEDOM FEST - Enduring Freedom Ministries
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\, from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm\, 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/45818-freedomfest-enduring-freedom-ministries-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTSTAMP:20260706T163836Z
CREATED:20260706T163805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T163836Z
UID:41847-1789862400-1789948799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fall Craft & Vendor Show in Effingham
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41847-fall-craft-vendor-show-in-effingham/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTSTAMP:20260819T195241Z
CREATED:20260819T142428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T195241Z
UID:44584-1789862400-1789948799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Ice Cream Social at Trinity Lutheran Church
DESCRIPTION:PrintTrinity Lutheran Church in Shumway\, located at 206 West Main\, will be hosting the annual Ice Cream Social on Sunday\, September 20\, from 4:00 – 7:00 pm. \nPlease come join us for a lovely meal followed by delicious dessert consisting of homemade ice cream and pie! \nAll proceeds will be applied to preserving our beautiful stained-glass windows!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44584-ice-cream-social-at-trinity-lutheran-church/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTSTAMP:20260902T153705Z
CREATED:20260902T152934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T153705Z
UID:45754-1790035200-1790121599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fraud Prevention Program
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45754-fraud-prevention-program/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTSTAMP:20260831T230519Z
CREATED:20260831T193832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T230519Z
UID:45539-1790294400-1790380799@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/45539-45539/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260511T202943Z
CREATED:20260511T202532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T202943Z
UID:37693-1790380800-1790467199@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/37693-37693/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260819T195743Z
CREATED:20260819T195743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T195743Z
UID:44604-1790380800-1790467199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Family Fall Fest - Camp New Hope
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44604-family-fall-fest-camp-new-hope/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260826T201810Z
CREATED:20260826T201624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T201810Z
UID:45121-1790380800-1790467199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Pancake & Sausage Breakfast in Stewardson
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45121-pancake-sausage-breakfast-in-stewardson/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260901T151042Z
CREATED:20260901T150922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T151042Z
UID:45641-1790380800-1790467199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Altamont Schuetzenfest
DESCRIPTION:Print \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45641-altamont-schuetzenfest/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTSTAMP:20260625T000038Z
CREATED:20260624T235917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T000038Z
UID:41134-1790553600-1790639999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Open Feast - A Free Meal at C.U.M.C.
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41134-open-feast-a-free-meal-at-c-u-m-c-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTSTAMP:20260831T230524Z
CREATED:20260831T193926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T230524Z
UID:45541-1790553600-1790639999@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/45541-45541/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTSTAMP:20260831T230529Z
CREATED:20260831T194001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T230529Z
UID:45543-1790640000-1790726399@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/45543-45543/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260831T230533Z
CREATED:20260831T194051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T230533Z
UID:45545-1790726400-1790812799@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/45545-45545/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTSTAMP:20260902T155505Z
CREATED:20260902T155009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T155505Z
UID:45758-1790899200-1791071999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:"And Then There Was One" and "The Nose That Ran Away From Its Face" Performances at Teutopolis
DESCRIPTION:Print \nJoin the Teutopolis Junior High Drama Club for an evening of suspense\, silliness\, and plenty of laughs.  This year’s Fall Production features the murder mystery spoof “And Then There Was One” along with the whimsical “The Nose That Ran Away\,” plus two hilarious opening act skits to kick off the fun. \nPerformances will be held in the Teutopolis Grade School Gym on Friday and Saturday\, October 2nd and 3rd.  The show begins at 7:00 PM\, with doors opening at 6:30 PM. \nAdmission is $7 per person. \nCome out and support our talented young thespians!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45758-and-then-there-was-one-and-the-nose-that-ran-away-from-its-face-performances-at-teutopolis/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTSTAMP:20260902T164154Z
CREATED:20260814T145755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T164154Z
UID:44280-1790985600-1791071999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Household Hazardous Waste Collection
DESCRIPTION:Print \nPre-registration is required.  A complete list of wastes that are and are not accepted is available online at https://epa.illinois.gov/topics/waste-management/waste-disposal/household-hazardous-waste/acceptable-wastes.html. \nIllinois EPA provides the following tips to safely transport household hazardous waste: \n\nPack HHW items in a disposable box to avoid spilling during transport.\nKeep like chemicals together and separate unlike chemicals.\nSecure lids and make sure containers are not leaking.\nPlace box(es) in the empty trunk or storage compartment of your vehicle\, away from passengers.\nRemain in vehicle at the collection site.  On-site personnel will remove the HHW from your vehicle.\n\nFor questions concerning the Illinois EPA’s one-day or long-term collections\, please contact the Illinois EPA Materials Management Unit at 217-524-3300.  Collections continue to be contactless for the safety of participants and workers.  Collection events are funded through the Illinois EPA’s Solid Waste Management Fund. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44280-household-hazardous-waste-collection/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTSTAMP:20260511T202950Z
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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/37695-37695/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260901T142828Z
CREATED:20260901T142708Z
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UID:45615-1790985600-1791071999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bahrns Memorial Golf Outing
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45615-bahrns-memorial-golf-outing-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260902T205729Z
CREATED:20260902T204752Z
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UID:45850-1791072000-1791158399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Marching Illini in Concert
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThe Marching Illini return to State Farm Center for Marching Illini in Concert\, on Sunday\, October 4\, at 3:00 p.m. \nKnown as “The Nation’s Premier College Marching Band\,” the Marching Illini has been entertaining audiences since 1868 with a combination of tradition\, precision\, innovation and unmistakable Fighting Illini spirit. The 2026 Marching Illini features 375 members\, including musicians\, color guard\, the Illinettes Dance Team\, drum majors\, and undergraduate and graduate staff. \nMarching Illini in Concert gives fans the opportunity to experience the power and pageantry of the band in a unique arena setting. The performance will showcase the music\, formations and traditions generations of Illini know and love\, including favorites such as “Illinois Loyalty\,” “Oskee-Wow-Wow\,” “Hail to the Orange” and more. \nWhether you’re a current student\, proud alum\, longtime Illini fan or simply a fan of outstanding live music\, Marching Illini in Concert is a fitting finale to an unforgettable Homecoming weekend in Champaign-Urbana. \nDoors Open: 2:00 p.m. \nTickets start at $17.50\, and are on sale now at StateFarmCenter.com\, by calling 1-866-ILLINI-1\, or at the Illinois Ticket Office at the State Farm Center. \nSince 1868\, the Marching Illini has entertained millions of fans with traditional and innovative performances that have made them “The Nation’s Premier College Marching Band.” The excellence of innovation continues and is very much alive today as the Marching Illini continues its pursuit of the highest levels of musical\, visual\, and thoroughly entertaining performances at the historic Memorial Stadium. \nThe Marching Illini is a select organization which annually includes many of the university’s finest and most dedicated students. Members of the Marching Illini represent virtually every college and major on the university’s diverse campus. This year’s Marching Illini totals 375 members\, which include musicians\, guard\, the Illinettes Dance Team\, drum majors\, and the undergraduate and graduate staff members. \nThe Marching Illini has played at many prestigious events\, including being the first college marching band to perform in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Dublin Ireland in 1992\, an engagement they repeated six more times.  They were also the first college marching band to perform at the London Military Tattoo at Wembley Arena in 2001. \nThe Marching Illini halftime show is known for many distinct components\, including a modified “ILLINI” formation created by A.A. Harding in the 1920s. Before this takes place\, the pregame opener is performed with the Illinois state song\, “Patriotic Melody\,” “God Bless America\,” “Battle Hymn of the Republic” and concludes with “America the Beautiful.”  The traditional football halftime show performance includes a medley comprised by parts of “Pride of the Illini\,” “March of the Illini” and “Hail to the Orange.”  The Marching Illini also plays the national anthem\, “Illinois Loyalty\,” “Oskee-Wow Wow” and “William Tell” during dynamic formation changes. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45850-marching-illini-in-concert/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260902T160851Z
CREATED:20260902T155819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T160851Z
UID:45766-1791244800-1791331199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fall Breakfast and Raffle at Island Grove
DESCRIPTION:PrintSt. Isidore Parish\, St. Joseph Hall / Church (Island Grove) located at 16987 N. 200th Street\, Teutopolis\, will be having its Annual Fall Breakfast and Raffle.  This will be from 7:30 AM to Noon on Sunday\, October 6\, at the St. Joseph Hall (Church). \nCarry-out will be available. \nThe menu will include whole hog sausage\, ham\, pancakes\, fried eggs\, scrambled eggs\, homemade breads and rolls\, orange juice\, milk and coffee. \nCost this year is a FREE WILL DONATION. \nThe Country Store\, which will contain homemade baked goods from the members of the parish\, will be open from 7:30 AM to Noon. \nThe drawing for the quilt and big raffle will be at Noon (do not need to be present).  Tickets for the quilt and big raffle will be available for purchase during the breakfast. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45766-fall-breakfast-and-raffle-at-island-grove/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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