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Finding Nemo Jr. at E.J.H.S.
2025-11-08, 2025-11-09
PrintEffingham Junior High School presents Finding Nemo Jr. from Thursday – Saturday, November 6 – 8, at 7:00 pm. and on Sunday, November 9, at 2:00 pm.
Tickets will be available at the door, with doors opening at 6:30.

Breakfast Buffet in Mason for Honor Flight
2025-11-08
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Food Drive in Effingham
2025-11-08
PrintThe Effingham County Democratic Central Committee in collaboration with the EASE Community Alliance is sponsoring a Food Drive to support local food pantries.
It is scheduled for this Saturday, November 8, from 9:00 am to 12:00 Noon. The drive will be at the Lincoln Land Building and Construction Trades Council office, located at 104 West Washington Avenue in Effingham.
Non-perishable food items will be accepted.
Contact Pat Lewis at 217-994-0740 for further information, if needed.

Soup Supper, Craft Bazaar, Bake Sale - Ladies Aid
2025-11-09

Chris Thies Sr. Veterans Day Golf Scramble
2025-11-09

Fall Brunch at St. John Lutheran Church
2025-11-09
PrintSt John Lutheran Church (3 miles south of Dieterich) is hosting a Fall Brunch on Sunday, November 9th. Serving will take place from 7:30am – Noon.
Breakfast includes: eggs, sausage, pancakes, biscuits & gravy, and assorted baked goods.
All proceeds will go to the St John/St Paul Lutheran Youth Fellowship

Ultimate Holiday Shop Hop
2025-11-09
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The Ultimate Holiday Shop Hop will be held in Downtown Effingham from Monday, November 3rd through Sunday, November 9th.
Grab your friends and shop your way through downtown Effingham! Enjoy festive deals, giveaways, and holiday cheer at all your favorite local shops — the ultimate way to kick off the Christmas season!
Get a passport in Downtown Effingham and collect stamps all week long!

Sunday's Schedule
2025-11-09
PrintNATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE
Atlanta at Indianapolis, 8:30 a.m. (at Berlin, Germany)
New York Giants at Chicago, noon
Buffalo at Miami, noon
Baltimore at Minnesota, noon
Cleveland at New York Jets, noon
New England at Tampa Bay, noon
New Orleans at Carolina, noon
Jacksonville at Houston, noon
Arizona at Seattle, 3:05 p.m.
Los Angeles Rams at San Francisco, 3:25 p.m.
Detroit at Washington, 3:25 p.m.
Pittsburgh at Los Angeles Chargers, 7:20 p.m.

Bye Bye Birdy Musical at S.A.H.S.
2025-11-09

Turkey Bingo in Teutopolis
2025-11-09
PrintPlease join us for Turkey Bingo on Sunday, November 9, at the Teutopolis Banquet Hall.
Doors open at 5:00, and bingo starts at 6:00.

Free Diabetes Support Group
2025-11-10
PrintFree Diabetes Support Group Offered by
HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology
HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham delivers world-class care close to home with a highly specialized team of local experts.
To help and encourage those with diabetes and their family members, HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham offers a monthly diabetes support group, free of charge. The support group is held at their office at 500 N. Maple St., Suite 200 in Effingham.
• Diabetes Support Group – Join with other members of the diabetes community in a supportive, caring environment. Each meeting includes education on a diabetes-related topic, recipe demonstrations, and lots of laughter and fun. No registration is necessary – all are welcome.
Dates/Times: Held on the second Monday of the month from 5-6 p.m.
– February 10
– March 10
– April 14
– May 12
– June 9
– July 14
– August 11
– September 8
– October 13
– November 10
– December 8
Dates are subject to change.
HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology’s Dr. Radhika Annam, endocrinologist, and registered dietitians and diabetes educators Tracy Dennis and Adrienne Jarrell, work together to provide those with diabetes the tools they need to manage their condition and live their best life.
HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology educators are also available for individualized counseling for diet, medication administration, and initiation and troubleshooting of devices (glucose monitors, insulin pumps, CGMs/sensors). For more information or questions, call 217-391-5460.
For more information about HSHS Medical Group, visit hshsmedicalgroup.org.

Veterans' Day Program at North Clay
2025-11-10

Red Cross Blood Drives in November
2025-11-10
PrintHere are the American Red Cross Blood Drives in November:
Tuesday, November 4, Teutopolis Banquet Hall, 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 4, First Christian Church of Casey, Noon – 6:00 PM

Monday, November 10, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin, 1:30 – 5:30 PM

Friday, November 14, Flora High School, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Thursday, November 20, First Baptist Church of Shelbyville, Noon – 5:00 PM

Friday, November 21, Cornerstone Church in Effingham, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday, November 25, Oil Belt Christian Service Camp, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday, November 26, Flora OddFellows Lodge #151, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Friday, November 28, Friday, Effingham Blood Donation Center, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Promotions:

During National Diabetes Awareness Month in November, successful donations will get free A1C testing, which is commonly used to screen for prediabetes and diabetes.*** (One test result per donor in a 12-month period; do not fast before you donate.) See rcblood.org/harvest

Give October 27 – November 16, for $20 in e-gift cards. See rcblood.org/harvest

Give blood Nov. 17 – Dec. 7, for a pair of Red Cross x PAC-MAN socks, while supplies last!

To make an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767), or download the Red Cross Donor App.

Mama Joe Project - Alzheimer's/Dementia Outreach
2025-11-10
PrintAll are welcome! This special event in Effingham might be of interest to any of the following:
– If you or someone you know is a family caregiver for a loved one. Maybe you help drive a loved one to doctor’s appointments, cook meals, pick up prescriptions, or you provide more complex medical tasks – this movie and event is for you.
– No matter what your loved one’s condition, this movie and event is for you.
– If your loved one is experiencing Alzheimer’s or a related disease, this movie and event is for you.
– If you are caregiving and you and/or your loved one are looking for information and maybe a nice break from caregiving and being at home, this movie and event is for you.
– If you would like more information about caregiving and/or Alzheimer’s disease, this movie and event is for you.
– Maybe caregiving is on the horizon for you or a loved one – maybe you are noticing memory lapses in yourself or a loved one. This movie and event is for you.
There is no cost for the movie screening and event & there will be plenty of information and organizations you can talk with to find out what kind of help is out there for you and your family.
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter once said “There are only 4 types of people in the world – those who are caregivers, those who have been caregivers, those who will be caregivers and those who will need care”.
We are not alone in this caregiving journey. Please join community members and experts for a heartwarming movie and access to information to help you and your loved ones.

Design Effingham’s Christmas Card
2025-11-10, 2025-11-12
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If you have any questions, please call the City of Effingham Tourism Office at 217-342-5310.

Monday's Schedule
2025-11-10
PrintHIGH SCHOOL
Volleyball
Class 1A Heyworth Super-sectional
Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg vs. Cissna Park, 6 p.m.
JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Boys Basketball
Effingham St. Anthony at Sigel St. Michael, 6 p.m.
Altamont at North Clay, 6 p.m.
Altamont Lutheran at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 6 p.m.
Jasper County at Dieterich, 6 p.m.
Shiloh at Neoga, 6 p.m.
St. Elmo/Brownstown at Cumberland, 6 p.m.
Stewardson-Strasburg at Newton St. Thomas, 6 p.m.
Teutopolis at Flora Floyd Henson, 6 p.m.
Okaw Valley at Windsor, 6 p.m.
Girls Basketball
Effingham at Altamont, 6 p.m.
Brownstown/St. Elmo at Dieterich, 6 p.m.
Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Teutopolis, 6 p.m.
Casey-Westfield at Jasper County, 6 p.m.
Shelbyville at Neoga, 6 p.m.
Sigel St. Michael at Pana St. Pats, Tower Hill, 6 p.m.
South Central at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, 6 p.m.
NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE
Philadelphia at Green Bay, 7:15 p.m.

Veteran's Breakfast at ALIS
2025-11-10
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Email ALISHISTORY@ALISROCKETS.COM or call 618-483-6428.

Homeschool STEM Squad
2025-11-11
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This program will run through May 2026. If someone misses a session, that’s no problem, as participants can register for another date.

ImpactLife Blood Drive at HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
2025-11-11

Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions
2025-11-11, 2025-11-12
PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries distribution dates for November are:

– Tuesday, November 4th , from 4-6p.m., 304 S. West Street, Shumway

– Saturday, November 8th from 9-noon, Mason location

– Tuesday, November 11th , from 4-6p.m., 304 S. West Street, Shumway

– Wednesday, November 12th , from noon to 2p.m., 304 S. West Street, Shumway

– Wednesday, November 19th , from noon to 2p.m., 304 S. West Street, Shumway

– Saturday, November 29th , from 8:30-noon, 304 S. West Street, Shumway

Call 217-240-0059 or go online my-christian-space.com and sign up.

FYI – Families can now start signing up for Locker Blessings, which will be hosted in Shumway on December 27th.

Tuesday's Schedule
2025-11-11
PrintJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Boys Basketball
Mount Zion at Effingham, 6 p.m.
Windsor at Effingham Sacred Heart, 6 p.m.
Casey-Westfield at St. Anthony, 6 p.m.
Sigel St. Michael at Altamont Lutheran, 6 p.m.
Girls Basketball
St. Anthony at Casey-Westfield, 6 p.m.
Teutopolis at Altamont, 6 p.m.
North Clay at Neoga, 6 p.m.
MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL
Texas Tech at University of Illinois, 7:30 p.m.
Eastern Illinois University at Notre Dame, 6:30 p.m.

ECCCMA Membership and Board Meeting
2025-11-11
PrintECCCMA (Effingham County Cultural Center & Museum Association) Membership and Board Meeting on Tuesday, November 11, at 6:00 PM.
The meeting will be on the first floor, Gallery 3 at the Effingham County Museum at 110 East Jefferson Street in Effingham.
Enter the building via the east entrance.

Food Pantry - Calvary Baptist Church
2025-11-12
PrintThe Calvary Baptist Church Food Pantry will take orders for bags of groceries on Monday, November 10th, from 4:00 – 5:30 pm.
Call 217-342-6671 to place your order.
Drive-up pickup is from 4:00 – 5:00 on Wednesday, November 12th.
Everyone in need is encouraged to call, 217-342-6671.

Wednesday's Schedule
2025-11-12
PrintJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Boys Basketball
Neoga at South Central, 6 p.m.
Girls Basketball
Olney, Richland County at St. Anthony, 6 p.m.

Free Medicare Guidance and Education
2025-11-13
PrintHospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) and Chapter, an independent Medicare adviser, are partnering to offer current and newly eligible Medicare patients free, unbiased consultations on choosing a Medicare plan that best fits their health care needs.
Chapter advisers provide expert, up-to-date information about Medicare Supplement (aka Medigap), Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug plans. They are trained to assist existing Medicare patients aged 65 or older maintain or change plans during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) beginning Oct. 15 and continuing through Dec. 7. They also offer guidance year-round to patients who become Medicare-eligible on their 65th birthday.
HSHS is committed to ensuring patients and all members of the community have access to compassionate, high-quality health care through all stages of life.
“Choosing a Medicare plan can be overwhelming, with many factors to consider,” said Jeff Sterling, HSHS Vice President of Managed Care. “By leveraging Chapter’s technology and expertise, HSHS aims to provide our patients with the information they need to find the best fit for their needs.”
“Chapter utilizes a state-of-the-art platform to guide patients through the Medicare plan selection process,” said Cobi Blumenfeld-Gantz, CEO of Chapter. “HSHS’ Mission to provide compassionate, high-quality health care aligns with our own vision at Chapter. Together, we can help individuals navigate the confusing world of Medicare, ensuring they get the right coverage.”
HSHS patients interested in receiving personalized Medicare guidance can book an appointment online at askchapter.org/hshs or by phone at 855-636-0583. Those interested in learning more about Chapter’s approach to Medicare advice can visit askchapter.org.
For more information about HSHS, visit hshs.org.

Grand Opening of Center for Pediatric Therapy
2025-11-13
PrintHSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital invites community members to celebrate the opening of the new Center for Pediatric Therapy with an open house on Thursday, November 13, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The evening kicks off with a ribbon-cutting event at 4:30 p.m. with the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce.
Located at 904 Medical Park Drive in Effingham, the Center for Pediatric Therapy represents a transformative expansion in pediatric health care for the region. The 4,600-square-foot facility is the first and only comprehensive center of its kind serving Effingham, Coles and surrounding counties, offering innovative treatment in a child-friendly environment designed to promote development, improve mobility and encourage independence.
Open House Highlights:

Ribbon cutting with the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce at 4:30 p.m.
Guided tours of the state-of-the-art facility
Meet the therapy team and learn about specialized programs and services
Family-friendly activities featuring the center’s unique amenities, including a climbing rock wall and adaptive playground
Light refreshments will be provided
Enter for door prize of a JBL Bluetooth speaker

The Center for Pediatric Therapy offers specialized care for children with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, developmental delays, traumatic brain injuries and other congenital conditions. Advanced therapies include pediatric pelvic floor therapy, intensive therapy with the Universal Exercise Unit (SpiderCage), TOT Savvy for tongue ties, sensory processing interventions, augmentative and alternative communication, and advanced pediatric feeding therapy.
“We’re thrilled to bring this specialized center to our region – there’s nothing else like it in Effingham, Coles or the surrounding counties,” said Tammy Probst, Rehab and Wellness Director at St. Anthony’s. “Families no longer have to travel hours for the specialized pediatric therapy their children need. By offering treatment in a child-friendly environment designed to accommodate their age, developmental stage and therapeutic requirements, we can help kids thrive right here in their own community.”
The public is encouraged to tour the newest facility for HSHS St. Anthony’s Rehab and Wellness, which is in addition to their adult therapy services offered at the Richard E. Workman Sports Complex and all the therapies offered at St. Anthony’s Health Center in Altamont.
For more information about HSHS St. Anthony’s Center for Pediatric Therapy, visit hshs.org/st-anthonys/services/rehabilitation/pediatric-therapy or call 217-347-1685.

Thursday's Schedule
2025-11-13
PrintJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Boys Basketball
Teutopolis at Effingham, 6 p.m.
Newton St. Thomas at St. Anthony, 6 p.m.
Effingham Sacred Heart at South Central, 6 p.m.
Altamont at Sigel St. Michael, 6 p.m.
Cumberland at Windsor, 6 p.m.
North Clay at Dieterich, 6 p.m.
Tri-County at Neoga, 6 p.m.
Martinsville at St. Elmo/Brownstown, 6:15 p.m.
Sullivan at Stewardson-Strasburg, 6 p.m.
Girls Basketball
Jasper County at Altamont, 6 p.m.
Sigel St. Michael at Brownstown/St. Elmo, 6 p.m.
Dieterich at Robinson Nuttall, 6 p.m.
Neoga at Tri-County & Shiloh Oakland, 6 p.m.
Olney St. Joseph at North Clay, 6 p.m.
Sullivan at Teutopolis, 4:30 p.m.
Pana at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, 6 p.m.
NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE
New York Jets at New England, 7:15 p.m.
