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SUMMARY:Book Talk/Signing for "Loving Lincoln:  A Personal History of the Women Who Shaped Lincoln's Life and Legacy"
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site is hosting Dr. Stacy Lynn\, author of “Loving Lincoln: A Personal History of the Women Who Shaped Lincoln’s Life and Legacy”.   Dr. Lynn will be on-site for a book signing and book talk on Saturday\, February 14th at 2:00pm\, during our Lincoln’s Birthday Open House.  The open house is from 1:00 – 4:00. \nThe talk and book signing will be in the Visitor Center Auditorium. \nCopies of the book may be purchased at the Goosenest Prairie Gift Shop. \nThe Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site is located at 402 South Lincoln Highway Road\, near Lerna. \nTo contact them\, call 217-345-1845 or visit lincolnlogcabin.org \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29623-book-talk-signing-for-loving-lincoln-a-personal-history-of-the-women-who-shaped-lincolns-life-and-legacy/
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SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions in February
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries February Calendar: \nTuesday\, February 10th\,  4-6pm\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nWednesday\, February\, 11th\, noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nSaturday\, February 14th\, 9a.m.-noon\, Mason location is West Washington Street (Mason Civic Center) \nWednesday\, February\, 18th\, noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nThursday\, February 19th\, noon – 2p.m or until we run out.  We are hosting an EXTRA FREE-FOOD DISTRIBUTION DRIVE-THROUGH.  This will be held on the parking lot of the EFFINGHAM ARMORY at 1206 West Temple Avenue in Effingham. \nSaturday\, February 28th\, 8:30-noon\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nWe ask that the families call and make an appointment for our Shumway & Mason Distributions.  Call 217-240-0059 or 217-868-5293 or go to our website:  www.my-christian-space.com \nEnduring Freedom Ministries is free and for everyone!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29783-29783/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Saturday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nWooden Shoe Shootout \nAt Teutopolis \nGame 1 – Cumberland vs. Okaw Valley\, 11 a.m. \nGame 2 – Mahomet-Seymour vs. Triad\, 12:30 p.m. \nGame 3 – Casey-Westfield vs. Goreville\, 2 p.m. \nGame 4 – Effingham vs. Nashville\, 3:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) \nGame 5 – Normal Community vs. Alton\, \nGame 6 – Teutopolis vs. Rochester\, 6:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) \nAltamont at Lawrenceville\, 1 p.m. \nMeridian at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 2 p.m. \nDieterich at Richland County\, Olney\, 5 p.m. \nNewton at Fairfield\, 2:30 p.m. \nRobinson at North Clay\, 5 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nClass 1A Bluford Webber Regional \nGame 1 — Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Webber Township (Bluford)\, 1 p.m. \nGame 2 — South Central at Lawrenceville\, 5 p.m. \nClass 1A North Clay Regional \nGame 1 — North Clay/Clay City at Red Hill (Bridgeport)\, noon \nGame 2 — Wayne City Co-op at Dieterich\, noon \nGame 3 — Ramsey Co-op at Altamont\, 7 p.m. \nClass 1A Mount Pulaski  Regional \nGame 1 — Cerro Gordo/Bement at Neoga\, 1 p.m. \nGame 2 — Moweaqua Central A&M at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg Co–op\, 1 p.m. \nClass 1A Casey-Westfield Regional \nGame 1 — Decatur Unity Christian Co-op at Casey-Westfield\, 2 p.m. \nGame 2 — Bethany Okaw Valley at Martinsville\, 5 p.m. \nClass 2A Paris Regional \nGame 1 — Pana at Palestine/Hutsonville/Oblong\, 5 p.m. \nClass 2A Teutopolis Regional \nGame 1 — Shelbyville at Marshall\, 11 a.m. \nGame 2 — Vandalia at Sullivan\, 1 p.m. \nClass 2A Mount Carmel Regional \nGame 1 — Flora at Newton\, 1 p.m. \nFRESHMEN/SOPHOMORE \nBoys Basketball \nTeutopolis at Tolono Unity Tournament\, TBA \nNewton at Fairfield\, 1 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \n55th Annual Sigel St. Michael Sixth-Grade Boys Tournament \nGame 1 — Brownstown/St. Elmo vs. St. John\, 8:30 a.m. \nGame 2 — St. Pats vs. Dieterich\, 9:45 a.m. \nGame 3 — Stewardson-Strasburg vs. Altamont\, 11 a.m. \nGame 4 — Teutopolis vs. Neoga\, 12:15 p.m. \nGame 5 — Sigel St. Michael vs. South Central\, 1:30 p.m. \nGame 6 — St. Elmo/Brownstown vs. Effingham Sacred Heart\, 2:45 p.m. \nGame 7 — St. Anthony vs. North Clay\, 4 p.m. \nGame 8 — Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City vs. Newton St. Thomas\, 5:15 p.m. \nVolleyball \nNational Trail Conference Seventh-Grade Tournament \nAt Windsor \nMatch 5 — South Central vs. Neoga\, 9 a.m. \nMatch 6 — Cumberland vs. Sigel St. Michael\, 9 a.m. \nMatch 7 — Windsor vs. Stewardson-Strasburg\, 10 a.m. \nMatch 8 — St. Elmo/Brownstown vs. North Clay\, 10 a.m. \nMatch 9 — Loser Match 5 vs. Loser Game 7\, 10 a.m. \nMatch 10 — Loser Match 6 vs. Loser Match 8\, 11 a.m. \nMatch 11 — Winner Match 5 vs. Winner Match 7\, 12:30 p.m. \nMatch 12 — Winner Match 6 vs. Winner Match 8\, 12:30 p.m. \nMatch 13 — Winner Match 9 vs. Winner Match 10\, 1:30 p.m. (consolation championship) \nMatch 14 — Loser Match 11 vs. Loser  Match 12\, 1:30 p.m. (third place) \nMatch 15 — Winner Match 11 vs. Winner Match 12\, 2:30 p.m. (championship) \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nLittle Rock at Eastern Illinois University\, 3:30 p.m. \nNASCAR \nUnited Rentals 300 at Daytona International Speedway\, 3:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29904-saturdays-schedule-47/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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SUMMARY:Breakfast Buffet at Mason
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30199-breakfast-buffet-at-mason-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:St. Thomas School Trivia Night and Live Auction
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30202-st-thomas-school-trivia-night/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Downtown Valentine’s Weekend Shopping Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Print \nHead downtown this Valentine’s weekend and show some love to our amazing small businesses! \nBonus:  You have all three days to complete your passport\, so shop\, dine\, and explore at your own pace! \nSupport local.  Shop small.  Win big.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30287-30287/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216
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SUMMARY:Soup Supper at St. Aloysius Parish Center
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27030-soup-supper-at-st-aloysius-parish-center/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
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SUMMARY:Sausage Breakfast at Altamont
DESCRIPTION:PrintSt. Clare Catholic Church in Altamont will be hosting a Sausage Breakfast on Sunday\, February 15\, from 7:30 am until Noon. \nThe menu includes sausage patties\, ham\, scrambled eggs\, biscuits and gravy\, pancakes\, sweet rolls\, sweet breads\, milk\, juice\, and coffee. \nSt. Clare is located at 216 N. 9th Street\, Altamont\, IL 62411. \nA free will donation will be accepted.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28052-sausage-breakfast-at-altamont/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260129T152534Z
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SUMMARY:Sausage Supper at St. Peter's Lutheran
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29155-sausage-supper-at-st-peters-lutheran/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216
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SUMMARY:Valentine's Spaghetti Dinner at Mason
DESCRIPTION:PrintMason Civic Center Presents a Valentine’s Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday\, February 15.  Serving will be from 11:00am to 1:30pm. \nSpaghetti\, Garlic Bread\, Greens Beans\, and Desserts are on the menu. \nFree Will Donations are appreciated.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29845-valentines-spaghetti-dinner-at-mason/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260205T141632Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nIndiana at University of Illinois\, noon \nNASCAR \nDaytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway\, 12:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29906-sundays-schedule-48/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260121T171844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T172203Z
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SUMMARY:Night of the Stars - Lincoln Trail State Park
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28308-night-of-the-stars-lincoln-trail-state-park/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260202T175353Z
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SUMMARY:ImpactLife Blood Drive at Effingham Event Center
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29512-impactlife-blood-drive-at-effingham-event-center-8/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260203T165741Z
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in February
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in February: \n2/5\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Hall\, Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n2/6\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/10\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/12\, Thursday\, EIU Student Union Ballroom\, Charleston\, Noon – 4:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Apostolic Center Church\, Mattoon\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/13\, Friday\, Oblong Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM \n2/16\, Monday\, Home Church\, Charleston\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/16\, Monday\, St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/17\, Tuesday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/17\, Tuesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/20\, Friday\, Altamont High School\, 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/23\, Monday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/24\, Tuesday\, St Michael Church – Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/26\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \nCome give blood through February 28\, for a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.  See rcblood.org/heart \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/29668-29668/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
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CREATED:20260210T173734Z
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UID:30297-1771200000-1771286399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Safe Sitter Classes
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30297-free-safe-sitter-classes/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
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SUMMARY:Monday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nGirls Basketball \nClass 1A Bluford Webber Regional \nGame 3 – Edwards County vs. Webber Township (Bluford)\, 6 p.m. \nGame 4 – Woodlawn vs. Lawrenceville\, 7:30 p.m. \nClass 1A North Clay Regional \nGame 4 – Brownstown/St. Elmo vs. Red Hill (Bridgeport)\, 6 p.m. \nGame 5 – Dieterich vs. Altamont\, 7:30 p.m. \nClass 1A Casey-Westfield Regional \nGame 3 – Cumberland vs. Casey-Westfield\, 6 p.m. \nGame 4 – Macon Meridian vs. Martinsville\, 7:30 p.m. \nClass 1A Mount Pulaski Regional \nGame 3 – Mount Pulaski vs. Neoga\, 6 p.m. \nGame 4 – Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond vs. Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 7:30 p.m. \nClass 2A Paris Regional \nGame 2 – Effingham vs. Pana\, 6:30 p.m. \nGame 3 – Paris vs. Effingham St. Anthony\, 7:30 p.m. \nClass 2A Teutopolis Regional \nGame 3 – Teutopolis vs. Marshall 6 p.m. \nGame 4 – Robinson vs. Sullivan\, 7:30 p.m. \nClass 7-2A Mount Carmel Regional \nGame 2 – Mount Carmel vs. Newton\, 6 p.m. \nGame 3 – Fairfield vs. Salem\, 7:30 p.m. \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nBoys Basketball \nCasey-Westfield at Cumberland\, 6 p.m. \nRichland County\, Olney at Teutopolis\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH \nVolleyball \nEffingham Sacred Heart at North Clay\, 4:30 p.m. \nCumberland at Marshall\, 4:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30502-mondays-schedule-48/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
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SUMMARY:Teutopolis Boys Golf Raffle of Cardinals Green Seats
DESCRIPTION:PrintTeutopolis Boys Golf is selling raffle tickets to win 4 Cardinals Green Seats.  This includes the Cardinals Club Buffett\, a Parking Pass\, and In-Seat Food and Beverage. \nThe game is TBD. \nRaffle Tickets are:  1/$20\, 3/$50\, or 7/$100.  They’ll be available until close to Opening Day\, March 26. \nTo get your chances\, reach out to Mike Wilson\, who accepts Venmo @MikeWils13.  Will need your name and cellphone number. \nThanks for your support of Teutopolis Boys Golf!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30526-teutopolis-boys-golf-raffle-of-cardinals-green-seats/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260106T214231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T214243Z
UID:26856-1771286400-1771372799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Angeled Kids Foster Closet & Resale
DESCRIPTION:Print \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26856-angeled-kids-foster-closet-resale-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260107T162427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T151140Z
UID:26931-1771286400-1771372799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer Walkers/Visitors at Memory Care Facility
DESCRIPTION:PrintVolunteers are needed to walk with\, or even just visit with\, residents at Willowbrook Memory Care Facility in Effingham\, on weekends. \nIf interested\, call Molly Fearday at 217-994-3364.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26931-26931/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260113T162052Z
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SUMMARY:CASA Volunteers Needed
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe start of a new year often comes with a list of resolutions.  New Year’s resolutions are different for everyone\, but one of the most common is to live a healthier lifestyle.  If you’re hoping to improve your physical and mental health\, there’s one option that often gets overlooked and benefits others:  volunteering. \nVolunteering and helping others has been found to benefit both physical and mental health\, and there are a variety of options in our community.  If you’re looking for a new way to make changes in your life and in the lives of others\, consider resolving to help children and families in the child welfare system by volunteering with CASA for Kids. \nAs of January\, 682 children are currently in the child welfare system in CASA for Kid’s service area\, including Clay\, Clinton\, Edwards\, Effingham\, Fayette\, Franklin\, Jasper\, Hamilton\, Marion\, Wayne\, and White Counties.  These children have been removed from their homes and placed in foster care\, sometimes far away from their families and communities.  They need a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer to stand by their side and advocate for them. \n“Children in foster care are often separated from their families\, siblings\, friends and other loved ones\, and placed in an unfamiliar setting far away from everything they know\,” said Zoe Bridges\, Volunteer Outreach Coordinator of CASA for Kids.  “CASA volunteers stand with them during this uncertain time\, providing a consistent presence and speaking up for their best interest in court\, school and other settings.” \nCASA volunteers are everyday members of the community who are recruited\, screened and trained to advocate for a child or sibling group in foster care.  They get to know the child on an individual level so that they can make sure their physical\, emotional and educational needs are met. \nThey also get to know the child’s parents\, family\, foster parents and other important people in their life\, with the goal of working towards reunifying the child with their parents whenever safe and possible. They help make sure children have a support system of family and other reliable\, committed adults who can help them both during and after their time in foster care. \nCASA for Kids served 506 children in 2025 with the help of 95 CASA volunteers.  CASA is always seeking more community members to step up and advocate. \n“Volunteering with CASA is an opportunity unlike any other\,” said Bridges.  “It’s a unique chance to make a true\, positive difference for a young person and their family.  We need more members of the community to join the CASA movement so that we can serve 100% of children in foster care in our communities.” \nIn the New Year\, consider becoming a CASA volunteer and make an impact in a child’s life\, and your own.  Every child has a chance – it’s you. \nIf you’d like to find out more about becoming a CASA volunteer or other ways to get involved\, visit casa4change.org or email zbridges@casa4change.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27354-27354/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:‘Cram the Cars’ for Catholic Charities Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:Print \nIn recognition of February being National Canned Food Month\, HSHS Home Care is teaming up with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota\, Roy Schmidt Honda\, Northside Ford-Lincoln\, Goeckner Bros. Inc. – Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram\, and Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. in Effingham to “Cram the Car” with nonperishable food items\, hygiene products\, and monetary donations for Catholic Charities’ food pantry. \nDonations for the annual event will be accepted the entire month of February.  On March 1\, HSHS Home Care staff will cram their cars with donated items before delivering them to Catholic Charities. The regional Catholic Charities’ office serves Clark\, Crawford\, Cumberland\, Effingham\, Fayette\, Jasper and Shelby counties. \n“Cram the Car inspires me every year when I see how our neighbors\, friends and colleagues come together to care for the community\,” said Valerie Engelbart\, Volunteer/Bereavement Services Supervisor for HSHS Home Care.  “It’s a privilege to deliver their generous donations. Let’s see how many cars we can fill!” \nSuggested items for donations include the following: \n• Boxed meals (Hamburger Helper\, Rice-a-Roni)\n• Pancake mix and syrup\n• Jelly\n• Pasta sauce\n• Cereal\n• Granola\n• Sugar-free canned fruit\n• Low-salt canned vegetables\n• Large boxes of oatmeal\n• Soap\n• Shampoo\n• Feminine products\n• Razors \nDonors are urged to check expiration dates. \nItems or monetary contributions may be dropped off at any of these locations: \n•  HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital front lobby or pre-surgical entrance – Weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \n•  At one of these locations during business hours: \n− Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota – 2400 S. Banker St.\, Effingham\n− Roy Schmidt Honda – 1705 W. Fayette Ave.\, Effingham\n− Northside Ford-Lincoln – 1312 N. Keller Dr.\, Effingham\n− Goeckner Bros. Inc. – Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram – 600 E. Fayette Ave.\, Effingham\n− Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. – 2309 S. Banker St.\, Effingham \nLearn more at HSHS Home Care’s Cram the Car website\, or by contacting Engelbart at 217-685-0702 or Valerie.Engelbart@hshs.org. \nHSHS Home Care staff help patients maintain an independent lifestyle by offering in-home services such as physical\, occupational and speech-language therapy; wound care; cardiac rehabilitation; stroke care; pain management; hospice and palliative care; fall risk assessment; and pediatric care.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29318-29318/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in February
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in February: \n2/5\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Hall\, Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n2/6\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/10\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/12\, Thursday\, EIU Student Union Ballroom\, Charleston\, Noon – 4:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Apostolic Center Church\, Mattoon\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/13\, Friday\, Oblong Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM \n2/16\, Monday\, Home Church\, Charleston\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/16\, Monday\, St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/17\, Tuesday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/17\, Tuesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/20\, Friday\, Altamont High School\, 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/23\, Monday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/24\, Tuesday\, St Michael Church – Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/26\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \nCome give blood through February 28\, for a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.  See rcblood.org/heart \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/29670-29670/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260209T161735Z
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UID:30150-1771286400-1771372799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Tax Preparation with Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30150-free-tax-preparation-with-catholic-charities-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260212T154202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T132942Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintBoys Basketball \nAltamont at St. Anthony\, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) \nEffingham at Taylorville\, 6 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Moweaqua Central A&M\, 6 p.m. \nMartinsville at Cumberland\, 6 p.m. \nWoodlawn at Dieterich\, 6:15 p.m. \nNeoga vs. Tuscola at Lake Land College\, 6 p.m. \nNewton at Casey-Westfield\, 6 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Red Hill (Bridgeport)\, 6 p.m. \nRamsey at St. Elmo/Brownstown\, 6:15 p.m. \nSouth Central at Oblong\, 6 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nClass 1A Bluford Webber Regional \nGame 3 — Edwards County vs. Webber Township (Bluford)\, 6 p.m. \nGame 4 — Woodlawn vs. Lawrenceville\, 7:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nVolleyball \nCharleston at Effingham\, 3:45 p.m. \nEffingham Sacred Heart at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4:15 p.m. \nAltamont at Teutopolis\, 4:15 p.m. \nWindsor at Cumberland\, 4:30 p.m. \nMattoon at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nDieterich at North Clay\, 4:30 p.m. \nJasper County at Casey-Westfield\, 4:30 p.m. \nWindsor at Cumberland\, 4:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30504-tuesdays-schedule-49/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260109T161306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T161902Z
UID:27123-1771372800-1771459199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bald Eagle Days at Pere Marquette State Park
DESCRIPTION:PrintHave you ever seen America’s national bird\, the bald eagle?  Soaring on a 6 to 7 1/2 foot wing-span\, eagles are magnificent!  It is not necessary to travel all the way to Canada to see these fabulous creatures.  Pere Marquette State Park is fortunate to play host to the winter season visitors.  Eagles may be spotted in the trees along the Illinois River from now through March. \nPere Marquette State Park will be presenting informative programs about bald eagles this winter.  Visitors will learn to distinguish between immature and mature bald eagles\, what eagles eat\, why they spend winter months in the area\, and much more.  All programs will begin at the park’s visitor center at 8:30 A.M. (Reservations Required)  There will be a video presentation and program followed by an observational drive to view the wintering bald eagles.  Please be sure to dress warmly\, have a full tank of gas\, and bring binoculars! \n* Programs are from 8:30 AM until 4:00 PM at the Pere Marquette Park Visitor’s Center \n* Wear warm clothes\, water/mud resistant shoes\, and don’t forget your binoculars and camera! \n* Reservations are required – call 618-786-3323 ext. 1 to reserve your spot! \nBald Eagle Days Tour Schedule: \nFriday\, January 30\nMonday\, February 2\nTuesday\, February 3\nWednesday\, February 4\nWednesday\, February 18\nThursday\, February 19\nFriday\, February 20\nWednesday\, February 25\nThursday\, February 26\nFriday\, February 27\nFriday\, March 6 \nPere Marquette State Park is located at 13112 Visitor Center Lane\, Grafton\, Illinois  62037.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27123-27123/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260204T153901Z
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SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions in February
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries February Calendar: \nTuesday\, February 10th\,  4-6pm\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nWednesday\, February\, 11th\, noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nSaturday\, February 14th\, 9a.m.-noon\, Mason location is West Washington Street (Mason Civic Center) \nWednesday\, February\, 18th\, noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nThursday\, February 19th\, noon – 2p.m or until we run out.  We are hosting an EXTRA FREE-FOOD DISTRIBUTION DRIVE-THROUGH.  This will be held on the parking lot of the EFFINGHAM ARMORY at 1206 West Temple Avenue in Effingham. \nSaturday\, February 28th\, 8:30-noon\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nWe ask that the families call and make an appointment for our Shumway & Mason Distributions.  Call 217-240-0059 or 217-868-5293 or go to our website:  www.my-christian-space.com \nEnduring Freedom Ministries is free and for everyone!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29785-29785/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260209T161803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T161803Z
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SUMMARY:Free Tax Preparation with Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30152-free-tax-preparation-with-catholic-charities-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260212T154255Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nVolleyball \nNational Trail Conference Eighth-Grade Tournament \nAt Windsor \nAt New Gym \nMatch 1 — Stewardson-Strasburg vs. St. Elmo/Brownstown\, 4:30 p.m. \nMatch 2 — Dieterich vs. Effingham Sacred Heart\, 5:30 p.m. \nAt Old  Gym \nMatch 3 — Neoga vs. Altamont\, 4:30 p.m. \nMatch 4 — Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City vs. Windsor\, 5:30 p.m. \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nUniversity of Illinois at Southern California\, 9 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30507-wednesdays-schedule-50/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260109T161339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T161907Z
UID:27125-1771459200-1771545599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bald Eagle Days at Pere Marquette State Park
DESCRIPTION:PrintHave you ever seen America’s national bird\, the bald eagle?  Soaring on a 6 to 7 1/2 foot wing-span\, eagles are magnificent!  It is not necessary to travel all the way to Canada to see these fabulous creatures.  Pere Marquette State Park is fortunate to play host to the winter season visitors.  Eagles may be spotted in the trees along the Illinois River from now through March. \nPere Marquette State Park will be presenting informative programs about bald eagles this winter.  Visitors will learn to distinguish between immature and mature bald eagles\, what eagles eat\, why they spend winter months in the area\, and much more.  All programs will begin at the park’s visitor center at 8:30 A.M. (Reservations Required)  There will be a video presentation and program followed by an observational drive to view the wintering bald eagles.  Please be sure to dress warmly\, have a full tank of gas\, and bring binoculars! \n* Programs are from 8:30 AM until 4:00 PM at the Pere Marquette Park Visitor’s Center \n* Wear warm clothes\, water/mud resistant shoes\, and don’t forget your binoculars and camera! \n* Reservations are required – call 618-786-3323 ext. 1 to reserve your spot! \nBald Eagle Days Tour Schedule: \nFriday\, January 30\nMonday\, February 2\nTuesday\, February 3\nWednesday\, February 4\nWednesday\, February 18\nThursday\, February 19\nFriday\, February 20\nWednesday\, February 25\nThursday\, February 26\nFriday\, February 27\nFriday\, March 6 \nPere Marquette State Park is located at 13112 Visitor Center Lane\, Grafton\, Illinois  62037.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27125-27125/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTSTAMP:20260403T190113
CREATED:20260204T153942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T154048Z
UID:29787-1771459200-1771545599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions in February
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries February Calendar: \nTuesday\, February 10th\,  4-6pm\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nWednesday\, February\, 11th\, noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nSaturday\, February 14th\, 9a.m.-noon\, Mason location is West Washington Street (Mason Civic Center) \nWednesday\, February\, 18th\, noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nThursday\, February 19th\, noon – 2p.m or until we run out.  We are hosting an EXTRA FREE-FOOD DISTRIBUTION DRIVE-THROUGH.  This will be held on the parking lot of the EFFINGHAM ARMORY at 1206 West Temple Avenue in Effingham. \nSaturday\, February 28th\, 8:30-noon\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nWe ask that the families call and make an appointment for our Shumway & Mason Distributions.  Call 217-240-0059 or 217-868-5293 or go to our website:  www.my-christian-space.com \nEnduring Freedom Ministries is free and for everyone!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29787-29787/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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