Gym Bob's Jamboree Show
2026-04-12
PrintThe Gym Bob’s Jamboree Show will be held on Sunday, April 12th (second Sunday this month), beginning at 1pm!
It will be a great afternoon of all your favorite Classic & 90’s Country, and 50’s and 60’s Rock-n-Roll music, performed by the Gym Bob’s Jamboree Band and singers. Our special guest will be Missy Dunaway of Cowden!
The Jamboree Show will NOT be having a show in May – and then will pick back up on the first Sunday in June and continue the first Sunday of the month throughout December. The show is at Gym Bob’s, located at 44 Apostle Lane in Bible Grove.
Reservations are not necessary but can be made by calling 615-481-7418.
More information may also be found online at http://www.GymBobs.com

Sunday's Schedule
2026-04-12
PrintHIGH SCHOOL
Baseball
Neoga vs. Earlville at Dozer Park Peoria, TBA
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
Pittsburgh at Chicago Cubs at Tampa Bay, 1:20 p.m.
Boston at St. Louis Cardinals, 1:15 p.m.
NASCAR
Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway, 1 p.m.

Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. Performance
2026-04-12
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ImpactLife Blood Drive in Effingham
2026-04-13

Monday's Schedule
2026-04-13
PrintHIGH SCHOOL
Baseball
St. Anthony at Waltonville, 4:30 p.m.
Neoga at Altamont, 4:15 p.m.
Ramsey at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 4:30 p.m.
Cumberland at Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond (played at Lovington), 4:30 p.m.
Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Dieterich, 4:30 p.m.
Richland County, Olney at Newton, 4:30 p.m.
Wayne City at North Clay, 4:30 p.m.
Odin at South Central, 4:30 p.m.
Softball
Effingham at Hillsboro, 4:30 p.m.
Salem at St. Anthony, 4:30 p.m.
St. Elmo/Brownstown at Altamont, 4:30 p.m.
Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Teutopolis, 4:30 p.m.
Cumberland at Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond (played at Atwood), 4:30 p.m.
Richland County, Olney at Newton, 5 p.m.
Neoga at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, 4:30 p.m.
Boys Tennis
Effingham at Mattoon, 4:15 p.m.
Newton at St. Anthony, 4:30 p.m.
Teutopolis at Greenville, 4:30 p.m.
JUNIOR VARSITY
Baseball
Effingham at Paris, 4:30 p.m.
Richland County, Olney at Newton HAS BEEN POSTPONED
FRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE
Baseball
Teutopolis at Mattoon, 4:30 p.m.
JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Track
St. Anthony, St. Elmo/Brownstown, Teutopolis at Altamont Open, 4 p.m.
Neoga, St. Thomas, New Hebron at Jasper County, 4:30 p.m.
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
Chicago Cubs at Philadelphia, 5:40 p.m.
Cleveland at St. Louis Cardinals, 6:45 p.m.

Restaurant Week in Effingham
2026-04-13, 2026-04-14, 2026-04-15, 2026-04-16
PrintIndulge in Effingham’s sixth annual Restaurant Week event, April 13 – 19. This event, sponsored by Visit Effingham, is an opportunity for residents and visitors both to experience the mouth-watering flavors of our local legends.
16 local restaurants will be participating in this year’s Restaurant Week festivities:

Joe Sipper’s Cafe
Pinky’s
Fox Holler Coffee
Village Wine & Spirits
Heartland Health Food
Joe’s Pizza and Pasta
Firefly Grill
Lucia’s Italian Kitchen
Niemerg’s Steakhouse
TK Grille
La Favorita Ice Cream & Snacks
Ginger Ale’s
Tuscan Hills Winery
Wheat Penny Bar
Fatso’s Pizza
Gabby Goat American Pub & Grill

Each establishment will be offering something unique throughout the week. This could be a chef-crafted dish, new menu and/or recipe, an entrée made to share or an item priced at a discounted rate for the duration of the seven-day event.
Experience authentic Effingham cuisine – everything from gourmet pastas to home-cooked Southern fare. Not only will you discover delicious cooking to satisfy your appetite, but some establishments will also offer exclusive beverages (coffee, cocktails and more), as well.
Tourism Director, Jodi Thoele said “We’re excited to welcome Restaurant Week back to Effingham and celebrate the incredible variety our local restaurants have to offer. This event gives both residents and visitors a chance to try something new, support local businesses, and experience the hospitality that makes our community so unique. Restaurant Week has become something we truly look forward to each year, and we’re proud to continue supporting the hardworking people who help make Effingham such a great place to dine and visit.”
To plan your Restaurant Week excursions, visit www.visiteffinghamil.com/restaurantweek. You can also follow them on Facebook and Instagram for sneak peeks, appetizing images and details on the Restaurant Week giveaway – a $100 gift card to the participating restaurant of your choice.
For more information, please contact Visit Effingham at 217-342-5310.

Homeschool STEM Squad
2026-04-14
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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.

Digital Safety Session
2026-04-14

Dog Obedience Classes in Altamont
2026-04-14

Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions in April
2026-04-14, 2026-04-15
PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries distribution days for April:
Tuesday, April 7th from 4-6pm, 304 S. West Street, Shumway
Wednesday, April 8th from Noon to 2pm, 304 S. West Street, Shumway
Saturday, April 11th from 9-Noon, 861 E. Washington, Mason (Mason Civic Center)
Tuesday, April 14th from 4-6pm, 304 S. West Street, Shumway
Wednesday, April 15th from Noon to 2pm, 304 S. West Street, Shumway
Wednesday, April 22nd from Noon to 2pm or until we run out of food (no appointment necessary). This is a Mobile Drive-Through Food Pantry at the Kohl’s Parking lot in Effingham.
Saturday, April 25th from 8:30-Noon, 304 S. West Street, Shumway
Please call 217-240-0059 to sign up. It’s free and for everyone!

Tuesday's Schedule
2026-04-14
PrintHIGH SCHOOL
Baseball
Effingham at Mount Zion, 4:30 p.m.
Altamont at Ramsey, 4:30 p.m.
Brownstown/St. Elmo at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 4:30 p.m.
Okaw Valley at Neoga, 4:30 p.m.
Dieterich at Newton, 4:30 p.m.
North Clay at Mount Carmel, 4:30 p.m.
Teutopolis at Robinson, 4:30 p.m.
Softball
St. Anthony at Newton, 4:30 p.m.
Ramsey at Altamont, 4:30 p.m.
Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Cumberland, 4:30 p.m.
Robinson at Dieterich, 4:30 p.m.
Neoga at Cerro Gordo/Bement, 4:30 p.m.
Grayville at North Clay, 4:30 p.m.
South Central at St. Elmo/Brownstown, 4:30 p.m.
Boys Tennis
St. Anthony at Paris, 4:30 p.m.
Richland County, Olney at Effingham, 4:15 p.m.
Boys Track
St. Anthony, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, Oblong, Marshall, Casey-Westfield, Okaw Valley at Cumberland, 4:30 p.m.
Altamont, Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Teutopolis, 4:15 p.m.
St. Elmo/Brownstown at Newton, 4 p.m.
Patoka/South Central at Vandalia, 4:30 p.m.
Girls Track
St. Anthony, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, Oblong, Marshall, Casey-Westfield, Okaw Valley at Cumberland, 4:30 p.m.
Altamont, Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Teutopolis, 4:15 p.m.
St. Elmo/Brownstown at Newton, 4 p.m.
JUNIOR VARSITY
Baseball
Effingham at Mount Zion, 4:30 p.m.
St. Anthony at Altamont, 4 p.m.
Newton at Casey-Westfield, 4:30 p.m.
Softball
Effingham at St. Anthony, 4 p.m.
Teutopolis at Casey-Westfield, 4:30 p.m.
Boys Track
Mattoon, Olney at Newton JV Meet, 4 p.m.
Girls Track
Mattoon, Olney at Newton JV Meet, 4 p.m.
FRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE
Boys Track
Effingham at Highland Invitational, 4 p.m.
JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Track
Teutopolis at Effingham Invitational, 3 p.m.
South Central at Stewardson-Strasburg, 4 p.m.
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
Chicago Cubs at Philadelphia, 5:40 p.m.
Cleveland at St. Louis Cardinals, 6:45 p.m.

Red Cross Blood Drives in April
2026-04-15, 2026-04-16
PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in April:
4/2, Thursday, Knights of Columbus-Newton, Noon – 5:30 PM
4/7, Tuesday, Mason Christian Church Annex, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
4/7, Tuesday, Greenup Village Municipal Building, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM
4/8, Wednesday, Stewardson-Strasburg High School, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
4/9, Thursday, South Central FS, Effingham, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
4/10, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
4/15, Wednesday, Dieterich High School, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
4/16, Thursday, Flora Church of the Nazarene, Noon – 5:00 PM
4/20, Monday, Grace United Methodist Church, Neoga, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
4/20, Monday, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, Sainte Marie, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
4/21, Tuesday, Floyd Henson Junior High School, Flora, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
4/23, Thursday, Neal Center YMCA, Toledo, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM
4/24, Friday, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Shelbyville, Noon – 5:00 PM
4/24, Friday, Oblong Grade School, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
4/28, Tuesday, Flora High School, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
4/29, Wednesday, Altamont Elementary School, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Those giving blood through April 12 will receive an exclusive American Red Cross x Life is Good t-shirt, while they last! Donors giving blood from April 13 – 30 will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. See rcblood.org/hope
To make an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767), or download the Red Cross Donor App.

Severe Storm Spotter Training in Altamont
2026-04-15

ImpactLife Blood Drive at St. Anthony High School
2026-04-15

Wednesday's Schedule
2026-04-15
PrintHIGH SCHOOL
Baseball
Altamont at Cumberland, 4:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3)
Mount Zion at Effingham, 4:30 p.m.
St. Anthony at Marion, 4:30 p.m.
Neoga at Centralia Christ Our Rock Lutheran, 4:30 p.m.
Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Charleston, 4:30 p.m.
Softball
Robinson at Effingham, 4:30 p.m.
Cumberland at Mattoon, 4:30 p.m.
St. Elmo/Brownstown at Ramsey, 4:30 p.m.
Oblong at Neoga, 4:30 p.m.
Flora at South Central, 4:30 p.m.
Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Central A&M, 4:30 p.m.
JUNIOR VARSITY
Baseball
Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Charleston, after varsity game
Softball
Robinson at Effingham, after varsity game
JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Track
Mount Zion at St. Anthony, 4 p.m.
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
Chicago Cubs at Philadelphia, 5:40 p.m.
Cleveland at St. Louis Cardinals, 12:15 p.m.

United Way of Effingham County - Grant Applications Accepted
2026-04-15
PrintUnited Way of Effingham County has released the application to receive funding from the 2026 Campaign. Agencies requesting funds must be non-profit organizations with a 501(c)(3) certificate and provide health and human services within Effingham County.
Agencies who received funding from the 2025 Campaign will be automatically sent the application to reapply for funding. Any other organization who wishes to apply should reach out to Emily Hille, Executive Director for United Way of Effingham County at 217-342-3824 or email emily@effinghamunitedway.org. Completed applications must be submitted by April 30, 2026.
In addition to completing the application, agencies will be asked to give a short presentation to the United Way Grants Committee demonstrating the purpose of their organization and how the requested funds would be used. Presentation dates are June 1st and June 3rd from 5:30PM – 8:00PM.
The United Way of Effingham County has been working hard to identify the ever-changing needs and make a difference in the community for over 65 years. To learn more, visit www.effinghamunitedway.org.

‘Unsinkable Freedom’ Movie at ALPLM
2026-04-16
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The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum caps off its celebration of Black History Month by introducing a new short film recounting the exciting story of Robert Smalls, who used his wits and seamanship to lead 15 people on a daring escape from slavery.
“Unsinkable Freedom” begins running at the museum on February 27, a day after its world premiere at a special event. It will run every 15 minutes throughout the museum’s day for the next three months.
Smalls was an enslaved man in Charleston, SC, when the Civil War began. He was forced to work aboard the Confederate ship Planter in Charleston Harbor and nearby coastal waters. On May 12, 1862, Smalls and the other enslaved men were left aboard ship by white officers. Seizing the opportunity, they launched a long-simmering plan to sneak their families aboard and sail to freedom.
“Unsinkable Freedom” dramatizes that dangerous trip. The 11-minute film shows how Smalls got the families aboard, impersonated the ship’s captain, sailed past Confederate checkpoints and finally reached U.S. Navy ships and freedom.
“Very few stories can match the escape of Robert Smalls for both drama and inspiration,” said Christina Shutt, executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. “He risked everything to win freedom for his friends and loved ones. And after their escape, he served with the U.S. Navy and was later elected to Congress. We at the ALPLM are proud to tell part of his amazing story.”
“Unsinkable Freedom” was written and directed by Kameron Gates, an artist and animator based in Petersburg, Illinois. It stars ALPLM actor Reggie Guyton as Smalls.
The film was created using a hybrid of production techniques from animation, VFX and video games. It has a hyper-wide aspect ratio to take advantage of the three screens surrounding audiences in the museum’s Mr. Lincoln Theater. It also features 5.1 surround sound.
The actors’ faces and body performances were recorded using motion capture. Additional animation was created using classic keyframe techniques. The historic Charleston Harbor was built and rendered inside Unreal Engine a tool created for video games that has expanded into visual effects for TV and film.
The mission of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is to inspire civic engagement through the diverse lens of Illinois history and share with the world the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln. We pursue this mission through a combination of rigorous scholarship and high-tech showmanship built on the bedrock of the ALPLM’s unparalleled collection of historical materials – roughly 13 million items from all eras of Illinois history.
For more information, visit www.PresidentLincoln.illinois.gov. You can follow the ALPLM on Facebook, X/Twitter and Instagram.

Free Health Care Power of Attorney Assistance
2026-04-16
PrintHSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is hosting a free, open house workshop to help community members understand the importance of a health care power of attorney (POAH) and complete their POAH paperwork on-site.
The event will take place on National Healthcare Decisions Day – Thursday, April 16, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. in HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Auditorium, located at 503 North Maple Street in Effingham. Attendees are asked to use the pre-surgical testing entrance on the hospital’s north side.
A health care power of attorney is a legal document that allows individuals to designate a trusted person to make medical decisions on their behalf if they become unable to do so. Having a POAH in place ensures that a person’s health care wishes are known and respected during critical moments.
The workshop is open to anyone over the age of 18. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are encouraged to ensure personalized assistance.
“We strive to make it as easy as possible for members of our community to take this important step in planning for their future health care needs,” said Karla Marshall, Spiritual Care and Mission Manager for HSHS Central Illinois Market. “This workshop provides a supportive environment where individuals can learn about the process and complete their paperwork all in one visit.”
For questions or to schedule an appointment, contact Karla Marshall at karla.marshall@hshs.org
For more information about HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital, visit stanthonyshospital.org.

Indoor "Whatever" Sale at Village Square Mall
2026-04-16, 2026-04-17

Abraham Lincoln: Lawyer/Politician Presentation
2026-04-16
PrintThe Effingham County Museum, together with the Effingham Public Library, are sponsoring a program about Abraham Lincoln.
The program will be held at the Effingham County Museum on Thursday, April 16, at 7:00 PM. Doors will open at 6:30 PM and the program will be held on the second floor of the museum, which is located at 110 East Jefferson Street in Effingham.
The speaker will be John Lupton and his program is about “Abraham Lincoln: Lawyer/Politician”.
John Lupton is the Executive Director of the Illinois Supreme Court Historic Preservation Commission. Prior to the Supreme Court, he worked 18 years with the Lincoln Legal Papers to make documents related to his law practice available to the public. Lupton has written or edited numerous articles and books on Lincoln’s law practice and Illinois legal history. Lupton is also a recognized Lincoln handwriting expert, having appeared on the PBS program History Detectives and was an expert witness in a lawsuit over an allegedly forged Lincoln signature.

Thursday's Schedule
2026-04-16
PrintHIGH SCHOOL
Baseball
Effingham at North Clay HAS BEEN CANCELED
St. Anthony at Tuscola, 4:30 p.m.
Brownstown/St. Elmo at Oblong TIME CHANGED TO 6:30 P.M.
Cumberland at Neoga, 4:30 p.m.
Teutopolis at Dieterich, TIME CHANGED TO 4 P.M.
Newton at Mount Carmel, 4:30 p.m.
South Central vs. Greenville at GCS Ballpark, 2 p.m.
Softball
Altamont at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 4:30 p.m.
Arcola at Cumberland, 4:30 p.m. (At Greenup)
Hutsonville at Dieterich, 4:30 p.m.
Newton at Mount Carmel, 4:30 p.m.
Cisne at North Clay, 4:30 p.m.
Teutopolis at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, 4:30 p.m.
Boys Tennis
Effingham at Mahomet-Seymour, 4:15 p.m.
Boys Track
St. Anthony, Effingham at Paris Relays, 4 p.m.
Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, St. Elmo/Brownstown, Patoka/South Central at Vandalia, 4 p.m.
Neoga at Paris, 4 p.m.
Newton at Flora, 4 p.m.
Girls Track
St. Anthony, Effingham at Paris Relays, 4 p.m.
Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, St. Elmo/Brownstown at Vandalia, 4 p.m.
Neoga at Paris, 4 p.m.
Patoka/South Central at Vandalia, 4:30 p.m.
JUNIOR VARSITY
Baseball
Oblong at Newton, 4:30 p.m.
South Central vs. Greenville at GCS Ballpark, after varsity game
Softball
Effingham at St. Anthony, 4:30 p.m.
Teutopolis at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, JV innings
JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Track
Brownstown/St. Elmo at Pana, 4 p.m.
Windsor at Sullivan, 4 p.m.
South Central, Clay City at Teutopolis, 4:30 p.m.

Pirate Island with 3 Chicks And A Stage
2026-04-17
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Pirate Island is a comedy by Martin Follose that follows a band of pirates searching for treasure on a deserted island. They mistake a castaway’s trunk for the legendary loot, leading to a chaotic chase when it’s stolen by natives. The show is a family-friendly comedy, with a cast of about 15, featuring pirates, castaways, and a humorous plot about mistaken identity and treasure hunting.
Friday April 17th & Saturday April 18th
Effingham Elks Lodge, 2102 S. Banker St, Effingham, IL
Tickets Available at:
– Effingham Elks – 3-9pm Mon.-Wed., 3-11pm Fri. and Sat.
– Effingham Computers -1906 S. Banker St., Mon.–Fri. 8am–6pm, Sat. 8am–2pm
– Jansen Computers – 101 W. Main St., Teutopolis, Mon.–Fri. 9am–5:30pm
– Order by phone 812-783-0853
– Purchase at the door!
Cash Bar Available

Friday's Schedule
2026-04-17
PrintHIGH SCHOOL
Baseball
St. Anthony at Casey-Westfield HAS BEEN CANCELED
Cisne at Dieterich, 4:30 p.m.
Sullivan at Neoga, 4:30 p.m.
North Clay, Flora, Woodlawn at South Central Wooden Bat Tournament, 4:30 p.m.
Softball
Effingham at Mount Zion (DH), 4:30 p.m.
Newton at Altamont, 4:30 p.m.
Cisne at Dieterich, 4:30 p.m.
Neoga at North Clay, 4:30 p.m.
Flora at Teutopolis, 4:30 p.m.
Girls Track
Altamont, Cumberland, Neoga, Newton, St. Elmo/Brownstown, Teutopolis at Robinson Invitational, 4 p.m.
JUNIOR VARSITY/FROSH/SOPH
Baseball
Effingham at Teutopolis, 4:30 p.m.
St. Anthony at Newton, 4:30 p.m.
Tennis
Newton at Teutopolis, 4:15 p.m.
JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Track
St. Anthony at Altamont Open, 4 p.m.
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
New York Mets Chicago Cubs, 1:20 p.m.
St. Louis Cardinals at Houston, 7:10 p.m.

Teutopolis Village-Wide Yard Sales
2026-04-17
PrintThe Teutopolis Village-Wide Yard Sales are on Friday and Saturday, April 17- 18.
We currently have 30 participating homes listed on our maps, but there may also be more participating, not on the map.
Also, on Saturday, from Noon – 4:00 p.m., there will be a trailer parked at the Society Hall, collecting donations for the upcoming Humane Society Yard Sale.
