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SUMMARY:Sunday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nSt. Louis Cardinals at Chicago Cubs\, 1:20 p.m. \nNASCAR \nNASCAR Cup Series Race at Chicagoland Speedway\, 4 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/40992-sundays-schedule-69/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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UID:41394-1783296000-1783382399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Jr. Chef Academy
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41394-jr-chef-academy/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260707
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SUMMARY:Dog Obedience Classes
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33258-dog-obedience-classes-23/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260708
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UID:41002-1783382400-1783468799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red White & You Blood Drive at St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41002-red-white-you-blood-drive-at-st-anthonys-memorial-hospital/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:41397-1783382400-1783468799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Jr. Chef Academy
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41397-jr-chef-academy-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
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UID:40576-1783468800-1783555199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free School Supplies - FISH Applications
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/40576-free-school-supplies-fish-applications-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260625T191622Z
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UID:41207-1783468800-1783555199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in July
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in July: \n7/2\, Thursday\, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Parish Hall\, Shelbyville\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM \n7/8\, Wednesday\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 – 5:30 PM \n7/10\, Friday\, Clay County Health Dept. – Conference Room\, Flora\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM\n7/10\, Friday\, Newton Knights of Columbus – Hall\, Newton\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM \n7/15\, Wednesday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin – Hall\, 1:30 – 5:30 PM \n7/16\, Thursday\, First Baptist Church – Fellowship Hall\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n7/17\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church – Gym\, Effingham\, 1:30 – 5:00 PM \n7/25\, Saturday\, Cowden Community Building\, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n7/27\, Monday\, Altamont Municipal Building – Meeting Room\, 2:00 – 6:00 PM \n7/28\, Tuesday\, South Central FS – Conference Room\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nHelp us celebrate stars\, stripes\, and saving lives for America’s 250th! \nCome to give blood from June 29-July 12 to score a classic Red Cross x Looney Tunes T-shirt\, while supplies last! \nCome give blood from July 13-31 for a Fandango Movie Ticket by email (up to $15 ticket price and fees).  Visit RedCrossBlood.org/July for details. \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/41207-41207/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
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UID:41399-1783468800-1783555199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Jr. Chef Academy
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41399-jr-chef-academy-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
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UID:41447-1783468800-1783555199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Food Bags from Calvary Baptist Church
DESCRIPTION:PrintCalvary Baptist Church will be taking orders for food bags on Monday\, July 6th\, from 4:00 – 5:30. \nCall 217-342-6671 to place your order. \nThe pickup time is from 4:00 – 5:00 on Wednesday\, July 8th. \nAnyone in need is encouraged to call 217-342-6671.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41447-food-bags-from-calvary-baptist-church/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260710
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UID:39658-1783555200-1783641599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Sounds of Summer - Friends of Olney
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/39658-sounds-of-summer-friends-of-olney-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260710
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UID:40302-1783555200-1783641599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Celebrating 250:  Effingham County's Heritage
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/40302-celebrating-250-effingham-countys-heritage/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260710
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UID:41401-1783555200-1783641599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Jr. Chef Academy
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41401-jr-chef-academy-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTSTAMP:20260630T165343Z
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UID:41468-1783555200-1783641599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fayette County Fair
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41468-fayette-county-fair-7/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260518T201416Z
CREATED:20260518T201226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T201416Z
UID:38430-1783641600-1783727999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Prairie Skies – Planetarium Star Shows
DESCRIPTION:Print \nJoin in the fun and exploration every Friday at 7:00pm\, for a tour of our night sky. \nThis is a live‑narrated tour of the wonders of the sky\, accompanied by some of the legendary stories of the ancient sky.  Find out what constellations and planets are visible and how to find them. \nThis show is updated seasonally and is intended for all ages.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/38430-38430/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260625T191630Z
CREATED:20260625T191116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T191630Z
UID:41209-1783641600-1783727999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in July
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in July: \n7/2\, Thursday\, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Parish Hall\, Shelbyville\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM \n7/8\, Wednesday\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 – 5:30 PM \n7/10\, Friday\, Clay County Health Dept. – Conference Room\, Flora\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM\n7/10\, Friday\, Newton Knights of Columbus – Hall\, Newton\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM \n7/15\, Wednesday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin – Hall\, 1:30 – 5:30 PM \n7/16\, Thursday\, First Baptist Church – Fellowship Hall\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n7/17\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church – Gym\, Effingham\, 1:30 – 5:00 PM \n7/25\, Saturday\, Cowden Community Building\, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n7/27\, Monday\, Altamont Municipal Building – Meeting Room\, 2:00 – 6:00 PM \n7/28\, Tuesday\, South Central FS – Conference Room\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nHelp us celebrate stars\, stripes\, and saving lives for America’s 250th! \nCome to give blood from June 29-July 12 to score a classic Red Cross x Looney Tunes T-shirt\, while supplies last! \nCome give blood from July 13-31 for a Fandango Movie Ticket by email (up to $15 ticket price and fees).  Visit RedCrossBlood.org/July for details. \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/41209-41209/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260629T200544Z
CREATED:20260629T195054Z
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UID:41378-1783641600-1783727999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Relay For Life
DESCRIPTION:Print \nDecorative Pinwheels are available for purchase at Premier Broadcasting\, 206 South Willow Street\, during business hours until Noon on Friday\, July 10.  $10 each.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41378-relay-for-life/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260630T165423Z
CREATED:20260630T165423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T165423Z
UID:41471-1783641600-1783727999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fayette County Fair
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41471-fayette-county-fair-8/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260410T202029Z
CREATED:20260410T202029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T202029Z
UID:35137-1783728000-1783814399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:BBQ Fundraiser - Altamont Volunteer Firefighters
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35137-bbq-fundraiser-altamont-volunteer-firefighters/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260508T204955Z
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UID:37541-1783728000-1783814399@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/37541-37541/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260630T165447Z
CREATED:20260630T165447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T165447Z
UID:41473-1783728000-1783814399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fayette County Fair
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41473-fayette-county-fair-9/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260623T152717Z
CREATED:20260623T152717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T152717Z
UID:41005-1783814400-1783900799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Ice Cream Social at Faith Lutheran Church - Shumway
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41005-ice-cream-social-at-faith-lutheran-church-shumway/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260630T165517Z
CREATED:20260630T165517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T165517Z
UID:41475-1783814400-1783900799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fayette County Fair
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41475-fayette-county-fair-10/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTSTAMP:20260629T194910Z
CREATED:20260629T143321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T194910Z
UID:41354-1783900800-1783987199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:ImpactLife Blood Drive at Effingham Event Center
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41354-impactlife-blood-drive-at-effingham-event-center-10/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTSTAMP:20260629T200842Z
CREATED:20260629T200640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T200842Z
UID:41383-1783900800-1783987199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Jr. Laker Healthcare Camp
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41383-jr-laker-healthcare-camp/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTSTAMP:20260630T165541Z
CREATED:20260630T165541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T165541Z
UID:41477-1783900800-1783987199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fayette County Fair
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41477-fayette-county-fair-11/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTSTAMP:20260318T202123Z
CREATED:20260318T202123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T202123Z
UID:33260-1783987200-1784073599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Dog Obedience Classes
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33260-dog-obedience-classes-24/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTSTAMP:20260629T200939Z
CREATED:20260629T200927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T200939Z
UID:41386-1783987200-1784073599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Jr. Laker Healthcare Camp
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41386-jr-laker-healthcare-camp-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTSTAMP:20260630T165614Z
CREATED:20260630T165614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T165614Z
UID:41479-1783987200-1784073599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fayette County Fair
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/41479-fayette-county-fair-12/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTSTAMP:20260422T150616Z
CREATED:20260422T150057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T150616Z
UID:36009-1784073600-1784159999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Deep Roots\, Big Faith - VBS
DESCRIPTION:Print  \n \nGive your child a place to grow this summer at “Deep Roots\, Big Faith” Vacation Bible School!  This year\, the First Christian Church of Effingham’s VBS is a three day event\, from Wednesday\, July 15th\, through Friday\, July 17th. \n\nOver three fun-filled days\, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.\, kids will build strong foundations in their faith through engaging Bible lessons\, music\, games\, and hands-on activities—all in a safe\, welcoming environment. \nIt’s a meaningful\, high-energy experience that your child won’t want to miss—and an easy “yes” for parents looking for something both fun and purposeful. \n\nThe signup page on First Christian Church of Effingham’s web site is linked here:  https://www.fcceffingham.com/summer-youth-and-children-events\n\n\nAnd the QR code is available here:  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36009-36009/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTSTAMP:20260625T191636Z
CREATED:20260625T191139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T191636Z
UID:41211-1784073600-1784159999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in July
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in July: \n7/2\, Thursday\, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Parish Hall\, Shelbyville\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM \n7/8\, Wednesday\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 – 5:30 PM \n7/10\, Friday\, Clay County Health Dept. – Conference Room\, Flora\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM\n7/10\, Friday\, Newton Knights of Columbus – Hall\, Newton\, 1:00 – 5:00 PM \n7/15\, Wednesday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin – Hall\, 1:30 – 5:30 PM \n7/16\, Thursday\, First Baptist Church – Fellowship Hall\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n7/17\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church – Gym\, Effingham\, 1:30 – 5:00 PM \n7/25\, Saturday\, Cowden Community Building\, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n7/27\, Monday\, Altamont Municipal Building – Meeting Room\, 2:00 – 6:00 PM \n7/28\, Tuesday\, South Central FS – Conference Room\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nHelp us celebrate stars\, stripes\, and saving lives for America’s 250th! \nCome to give blood from June 29-July 12 to score a classic Red Cross x Looney Tunes T-shirt\, while supplies last! \nCome give blood from July 13-31 for a Fandango Movie Ticket by email (up to $15 ticket price and fees).  Visit RedCrossBlood.org/July for details. \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/41211-41211/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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