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SUMMARY:5k and 1-Mile Run/Walk for Angel of Hope Statue and Memorial Garden
DESCRIPTION:PrintJoin us for the 4th Annual 5k and 1-Mile Run/Walk to raise funds for the Angel of Hope Statue and Memorial Garden\, on Saturday\, May 2nd! \nThe race begins at the future location of our Angel of Hope Statue and Memorial Garden\, in the open lot across the street from St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Teutopolis. \nRegistration begins at 7:00 AM\, and the race starts at 8:00 AM. \n\nAll children ages 12 and under can register for $5 – price will change at checkout for these youth registrations.\nThe registration fee for participants 13 and older is $25 until April 25th; the price will then increase to $30.\n\nParticipants can register on the morning of the event\, however\, we strongly encourage participants to register before the event.  We plan to start the race promptly at 8:00\, and to ensure that\, we cannot guarantee that day-of-event registrations will receive a race-timing bib.  Everyone who comes to register the day of the event will still be able to register and participate in the race!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31031-5k-and-1-mile-run-walk-for-angel-of-hope-statue-and-memorial-garden/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Bloom & Remember Event
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThe Star Legacy Foundation is hosting the Bloom & Remember Event on Saturday\, May 2.  The gathering will be from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM in the Pearson Building at Lake Sara\, located at 15170 North Beach Road\, Effingham. \nJoin us for a gentle morning of remembrance\, community\, and creativity. \n•Bouquet making – starting at $15\n•Permanent jewelry available for optional purchase 9 – 11am\n•On-site:  Seasons Sips coffee truck from 9 – 11 AM\n•Complimentary treats:  Cakesicles & individual cheesecakes\, generously donated by T Skol’s & Goldie’s.  Also\, popcorn from Del’s Popcorn.\n•Kids welcome:  Free floral coloring pages and activities available\n•All attendees will be entered into a self-care basket giveaway \nIf any questions\, please email to south-central-illinois@starlegacyfoundation.org or visit the website:  https://secure.qgiv.com/event/bloomandremember-il/page/4613166/ \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31998-bloom-remember-event/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Hooked on Crochet Program
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33228-hooked-on-crochet-program/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Loy Cemetery Cleanup and Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:PrintLoy Cemetery cleanup and Annual Meeting will be held on Saturday\, May 2\, at 9:00 a.m. The rain date will be Saturday\, May 9. \nPlease remove any flowers and containers that you may want to keep\, prior to the cleanup\, otherwise they will be destroyed. \nYour attendance would be greatly appreciated.  If you are unable to attend and would like to make a donation for the upkeep of Loy Cemetery\, please mail to: \nChristine Wendte \n7449 N. 1775th Rd. \nEffingham\, IL 62401
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35206-loy-cemetery-cleanup-and-annual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorials
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35757-illinois-vietnam-veterans-memorials-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Saturday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nBreese Mater Dei at St. Anthony\, 11 a.m. \nNeoga\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Tri-County Titans Wood Bat Tournament at Kansas\, TBA \nNorth Clay\, South Central at Centralia Tournament\, TBA \nPleasant Plains at Teutopolis\, 9 a.m. \nBoys Tennis \nSt. Anthony at Springfield Sacred Heart-Griffin Invitational\, 9 a.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nEffingham at Mount Zion Invitational\, 9 a.m. TIME CHANGED TO 10 A.M. \nJasper County at LEIC Meet at Casey\, 9 a.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nArizona at Chicago Cubs\, 1:20 p.m. \nLos Angeles Dodgers at St. Louis Cardinals\, 6:15 p.m. \nNASCAR \nAndy’s Frozen Custard 300 at Texas Motor Speedway\, 2 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36169-saturdays-schedule-59/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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SUMMARY:4th of July Breakfast in Farina
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36143-4th-of-july-breakfast-in-farina-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Central Illinois Trade Show & Chicken BBQ
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36515-central-illinois-trade-show-chicken-bbq/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Music and Food at Mason
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36765-music-and-food-at-mason-10/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorials
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35759-illinois-vietnam-veterans-memorials-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Bells In Motion Of Central Illinois performing A Selection Of Accidentals
DESCRIPTION:Print \nBells in Motion is a progressive\, auditioned handbell ensemble based in Decatur.  Historically\, they have travelled from multiple states to rehearse and have performed across the globe.  They feature seven octaves of bronze and aluminum handbells and chimes and ring music from jazz to classical\, big band to blues\, and Broadway to rock.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35761-bells-in-motion-of-central-illinois-performing-a-selection-of-accidentals/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Teutopolis Monastery Museum Opens
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe 38 small rooms of displays at the Teutopolis Monastery Museum will open to visitors on Sunday\, May 3.  The hours are from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m.  We recommend that you come early to see the many unique and interesting articles on display! \nAdmission for adults is $5.00 and $1.00 for children. \nThe Museum is located on the second floor in the former Franciscan Novitiate building\, which is located behind St. Francis Church in Teutopolis.  An elevator is available for visitors who have difficulty with stairs. \nBesides its collection of articles used by the Franciscan Friars\, the Museum is also known for Bibles and books in different languages\, some from the 1700’s.  The “pioneer wing” features items used by early Teutopolis pioneers\, including furniture\, clocks\, quilts\, toys\, and various household and grocery store items.  These articles are on display in the former “cells” or bedrooms of the Novices. \nVolunteers are available along the tour to explain the displays and assist visitors. \nAlso open to visitors are the basement where many small farm tools are displayed\, the Mausoleum where 79 Franciscan Friars are interred\, and St. Francis Church\, with stained glass windows depicting events in the life of St. Francis of Assisi. \nSpecial group tours for adults or school groups can be arranged on days other than the scheduled Sunday openings.  Call 217-961-6404 ext. 236\, leave a message\, and the call will be returned. Regular\, scheduled museum opening dates are the first Sunday of the months of April through November\, except holidays. \nFor more information go to the parish website:  stfrancischurch.com or to the town’s website at Teutopolis.com and click on “Our Community”.  Follow us on Facebook this year as we recall the beginnings of the Museum in 1975-76.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36128-teutopolis-monastery-museum-opens-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Sunday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nArizona at Chicago Cubs\, 1:20 p.m. \nLos Angeles Dodgers at St. Louis Cardinals\, 1:15 p.m. \nNASCAR \nWurth 400 presented by LIQUI MOLY\, 1:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36171-sundays-schedule-59/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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SUMMARY:Parental Awareness - Working Together to Protect Our Children
DESCRIPTION:Print \nJoin Beacon82 on May 3rd at Christ’s Church in Effingham for an important free community event focused on keeping our children safe. \nS.A.F.E. is partnering with the Effingham County State’s Attorney and local detectives to educate parents\, teachers\, and caregivers about protecting kids from predators—both in-person and online. \nParents will learn to recognize warning signs and prevent grooming from happening in the future.  Parents will also hear about online safety\, including what to watch for\, how to talk with your kids\, and what’s really happening in the world of gaming. \nThe theme is:  “Parental Awareness—Working Together to Protect Our Children”. \nThe event will start at 6:00pm on Sunday\, May 3rd.  Christ’s Church is located at 2511 S. Veterans Drive\, in Effingham. \nWe hope you’ll join us!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36530-parental-awareness-working-together-to-protect-our-children/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Monday's Sports
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nEffingham at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3) \nNorth Clay at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nFather McGivney at Altamont\, 4:30 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson/Strasburg at Brownstown/St. Elmo HAS BEEN MOVED TO STEW-STRAS\, 4:30 p.m. \nCumberland at Heritage\, 4:30 p.m. \nLawrenceville at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nNational Trail Conference Tournament \nAt Evergreen Park \nGame 3 – Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg vs. St. Elmo/Brownstown\, TIME MOVED TO 3 P.M. (East Diamond) \nGame 4 – St. Anthony vs. Dieterich\,  TIME MOVED TO 3 P.M. (West Diamond) \nGame 5 – Cumberland vs. Altamont\, TIME MOVED TO 4:30 P.M. (East Diamond) \nGame 6 – South Central vs. Neoga\,TIME MOVED TO 4:30 P.M. (West Diamond) \nEffingham at Breese Mater Dei\, 4:30 p.m. \nLawrenceville at Newton (Senior Night)\, 4:30 p.m. \nShelbyville at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Tennis \nTeutopolis at Richland County\, Olney\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Track \nEffingham\, Teutopolis at Robinson Quad Meet\, 4 p.m. \nGirls Track \nEffingham\, Teutopolis at Newton Invitational (Senior Night)\, 4 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nBaseball \nTeutopolis at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. \nOblong at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Tennis \nTeutopolis at Paris\, 4:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY/FRESH/SOPH \nBaseball \nTeutopolis at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Track \nCumberland at Tuscola\, 4:30 p.m. \nGirls Track \nCumberland at Tuscola\, 4:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nSt. Anthony at South Central Conference Meet at Mattoon\, TBA \nNational Trail Conference Meet at Altamont\, 3:30 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nCincinnati at Chicago Cubs\, 6:40 p.m. \nMilwaukee at St. Louis Cardinals\, 6:45 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36798-mondays-sports/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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UID:33236-1777939200-1778025599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Dog Obedience Classes
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33236-dog-obedience-classes-13/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions in May
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries distribution days for May: \nTuesday\, May 5th from 4-6pm\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nSaturday\, May 9th from 9-Noon\, 861 E. Washington\, Mason (Mason Civic Center) \nTuesday\, May 12th from 4-6pm\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nWednesday\, May 13th from Noon to 2pm\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nWednesday\, May 20th from Noon to 2pm\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nSaturday\, May 30th from 8:30-Noon\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nPlease call 217-240-0059 to sign up.  It’s free and for everyone! \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/34780-enduring-freedom-ministries-distributions-in-may-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:35810-1777939200-1778025599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in May
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in May: \n5/5\, Tuesday\, Casey United Methodist Church\, Noon – 6:00 PM \n5/5\, Tuesday\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM \n5/8\, Friday\, Altamont High School\, 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM \n5/14\, Thursday\, First Baptist Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n5/17\, Sunday\, St Joseph Stringtown Community Club\, Stringtown\, 7:00 AM – 11:30 AM \n5/20\, Wednesday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n5/22\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church\, Effingham\, 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM \nCome to give blood from May 1-17 and get a $20 eGift Card!  See:  rcblood.org/Amazon \nGet summer ready!  Come to give blood from May 18-31 for an exclusive Red Cross beach towel\, limited quantity! \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/35810-red-cross-blood-drives-in-may-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Tuesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nTeutopolis at North Clay HAS BEEN CANCELED \nMattoon at Effingham POSTPONED TO THURSDAY\, MAY 7 \nMarshall at Dieterich HAS BEEN CANCELED \nNeoga at Newton POSTPONED TO FRIDAY\, MAY 8 \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at South Central\, 4:30 p.m. \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Ramsey POSTPONED TO WEDNESDAY \nSoftball \nSt. Anthony at Dieterich HAS BEEN CANCELED \nAltamont at Mulberry Grove HAS BEEN CANCELED \nRamsey at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO FRIDAY\, MAY 8 \nMattoon at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Tennis \nTeutopolis at Effingham HAS BEEN CANCELED \nSt. Anthony at Highland\, 4:30 p.m. \nShelbyville at Newton HAS BEEN CANCELED \nBoys Track \nNational Trail Conference Meet at Altamont POSTPONED TO WEDNESDAY \nGirls Track \nNational Trail Conference Meet at Altamont POSTPONED TO WEDNESDAY \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nBaseball \nMattoon at Effingham HAS BEEN CANCELED \nSt. Anthony at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nParis at St. Anthony\, after varsity game \nMattoon at Teutopolis\, JV innings \nBoys Tennis \nGreenville at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nEffingham\, Teutopolis at South Central Conference Meet POSTPONED TO THURSDAY\, MAY 7 \nBrownstown/St. Elmo\, Windsor at Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nCincinnati at Chicago Cubs\, 6:40 p.m. \nMilwaukee at St. Louis Cardinals\, 6:45 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36800-tuesdays-schedule-59/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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UID:36560-1778025600-1778111999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:National Day Of Prayer Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Print \nOur National Day Of Prayer Breakfast will be held this coming Wednesday\, May 6th\, at 7:30 a.m.\, at the Keller Convention Center. \nThis is an annual Day of Observance\, sponsored by local businessmen. \nThe breakfast is free and everyone is invited.  All attending\, however\, will need a ticket.  The tickets are available at the studios of WXEF/KJ Country at 206 South Willow\, and at Tom Henderson’s State Farm Office at 122 East Section Avenue in Effingham. \nWe will be led in music by Greg Sapp and Steve Raymond. \nOur guest speaker will be John Monnet.   John previously served many years in local law enforcement and will speak of his life’s journey and how his faith has helped him along the way. \nA Love Offering will be taken\, and all the monies given will go to Community Support Systems and help support the great work they do in our community! \nAgain\, the breakfast is free\, so please pick up a ticket and come join us in this National Day Of Prayer Celebration\, this Wednesday\, 7:30 a.m. at the Keller Convention Center.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36560-national-day-of-prayer-breakfast-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Wednesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nMattoon at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. \nSt. Anthony at Neoga HAS BEEN CANCELED \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Ramsey HAS BEEN CANCELED \nCumberland at Decatur St. Teresa\, 4:30 p.m. \nSouth Central at Salem\, 4:30 p.m. \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Ramsey\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nNational Trail Conference Tournament (ALL NTC TOURNEY GAMES MOVED TO THURSDAY\, SAME TIMES) \nAt Evergreen \nGame 7 – Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg vs. St. Anthony\, 4:15 pm. (East Diamond) \nGame 8 – St. Elmo/Brownstown vs. Dieterich\, 4:15 p.m. (West Diamond) \nGame 9 – Cumberland vs. Neoga\, 6:15 p.m. (East Diamond) \nGame 10 – Altamont vs. South Central\, 6:15 p.m. (West Diamond) \nEffingham at Champaign Central\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Track \nNational Trail Conference Meet at Altamont\, 4 p.m. \nNewton at Little Illini Conference Meet\, 4 p.m. \nGirls Track \nNational Trail Conference Meet at Altamont\, 4 p.m. \nNewton at Little Illini Conference Meet\, 4 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nCincinnati at Chicago Cubs\, 6:40 p.m. \nMilwaukee at St. Louis Cardinals\, 12:15 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36802-wednesdays-schedule-61/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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SUMMARY:Thursday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nSt. Anthony at Father McGivney\, 4:30 p.m. \nAltamont at Greenville\, 4:30 p.m. \nSouth Central at Newton (Senior Night)\, 4:30 p.m. \nCerro Gordo Bement at Cumberland\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Tennis \nMount Vernon at Effingham\, 4:15 p.m. \nGreenville at Newton (Senior Night)\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Track \nApollo Conference Varsity Meet at Effingham\, 1 p.m. \nSoftball \nNational Trail Conference Tournament \nAt Evergreen \nGame 7 – Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg vs. St. Anthony\, 4:15 pm. (East Diamond) \nGame 8 – St. Elmo/Brownstown vs. Dieterich\, 4:15 p.m. (West Diamond) \nGame 9 – Cumberland vs. Neoga\, 6:15 p.m. (East Diamond) \nGame 10 – Altamont vs. South Central\, 6:15 p.m. (West Diamond) \nGirls Track \nApollo Conference Varsity Meet at Effingham\, 1 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nBaseball \nCharleston at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nBaseball \nMount Zion at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nEffingham\, Teutopolis at South Central Conference Meet \nSouth Central at Greenville\, 4 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nCincinnati at Chicago Cubs\, 1:20 p.m. \nSt. Louis Cardinals at San Diego\, 9:10 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36804-thursdays-schedule-60/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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UID:36548-1778112000-1778198399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:National Athletic Hall Of Fame Nominations
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36548-national-athletic-hall-of-fame-nominations-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:VFW Auxiliary Meal in Effingham
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe VFW Auxiliary will be having a meal on Friday\, May 8th.\nLocation:  VFW Post 1769 on Veterans Drive in Effingham.\nTime:  5:00-6:30 p.m.\nMenu:  Pork Loin\, mashed potatoes/gravy\, vegetable\, dessert\, coffee\, tea or lemonade.\nCost:  $8.00 \nContact: Chuck Meyers 217-343-8313
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35134-vfw-auxiliary-meal-in-effingham-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:35202-1778198400-1778284799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Community Charitable Cookout in Teutopolis and Sigel
DESCRIPTION:Print \nTeutopolis State Bank is hosting our annual Community Cookout on Friday\, May 8th\, from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. at our Teutopolis and Sigel locations. \nAll donations will benefit the ANDREW GOBCZYNSKI BIG HEART FOUNDATION and their efforts to create a positive impact in our local communities. \nPlan to stop by our Teutopolis or Sigel location and enjoy a hamburger\, porkburger\, or hotdog.  Each meal includes chips\, cookies\, and a drink. \nWe can’t wait to see you there on Friday\, May 8th!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/35202-community-charitable-cookout-in-teutopolis-and-sigel/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in May
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in May: \n5/5\, Tuesday\, Casey United Methodist Church\, Noon – 6:00 PM \n5/5\, Tuesday\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM \n5/8\, Friday\, Altamont High School\, 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM \n5/14\, Thursday\, First Baptist Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n5/17\, Sunday\, St Joseph Stringtown Community Club\, Stringtown\, 7:00 AM – 11:30 AM \n5/20\, Wednesday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n5/22\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church\, Effingham\, 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM \nCome to give blood from May 1-17 and get a $20 eGift Card!  See:  rcblood.org/Amazon \nGet summer ready!  Come to give blood from May 18-31 for an exclusive Red Cross beach towel\, limited quantity! \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/35821-35821/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260513T071505
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SUMMARY:Friday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nFlora at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. \nSt. Anthony at Belleville East HAS BEEN CANCELED \nAltamont at Dieterich TIME CHANGED TO 4 P.M. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Brownstown/St. Elmo\, 4:15 p.m. \nOkaw Valley at Cumberland HAS BEEN CANCELED \nNeoga at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nSouth Central at Edwards County\, 4:30 p.m. \nTeutopolis vs Edwardsville at Edwardsville Tiger Classic\, 7 p.m. \nSoftball \nNational Trail Conference Tournament \nAt Evergreen \nGame 11 – St. Anthony vs. Cumberland\, 4:15 p.m. (third place\, East Diamond) \nGame 12 – Dieterich vs. South Central\, 4:15 p.m. (consolation championship\, West Diamond) \nGame 13 – Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg vs. Neoga\, 6:15 p.m. (championship\, East Diamond) (LISTEN ON 979XFM) \nEffingham at Mattoon (DH)\, 4:30 p.m. \nNewton at Fairfield\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Tennis \nSt. Anthony at Greenville TIME MOVED TO 3:30 P.M. \nGirls Track \nTeutopolis at St. Joe-Ogden Spartan Classic\, 4:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nBaseball \nEffingham at Casey-Westfield\, 4:30 p.m. \nRichland County\, Olney at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nTrack \nJasper County at Robinson Invitational\, 4:30 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nChicago Cubs at Texas\, 7:05 p.m. \nSt. Louis Cardinals at San Diego\, 8:40 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/36807-fridays-schedule-60/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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SUMMARY:Softball 5/8/26
DESCRIPTION:PrintNational Trail Conference Tournament \nSt Anthony  3\,   Cumberland  2  (3rd Place Final) \nDieterich 7\,    South Central  3  (Consolation Championship Final) \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg    Neoga \nEffingham     Mattoon  (DH) \nNewton    Fairfield \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/37559-softball-5-8-26/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
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SUMMARY:Walk to End PARKINSON'S DISEASE
DESCRIPTION:Print \nRegister Now for Walk to End Parkinson’s Disease Event May 9 \nHosted by HSHS St. Anthony’s Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness \nHSHS St. Anthony’s Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness invites the community to lace up their sneakers and join them in raising awareness and support for those living with Parkinson’s disease on Saturday\, May 9. \nHeld at the Richard E. Workman Sports and Wellness Complex\, this fourth annual walk is for everyone in the community\, of any age\, to come out and support those with Parkinson’s disease.  The event begins with registration and kids’ activities starting at 9 a.m.\, followed by a welcome and the walk kicking off at 10 a.m.  Following the walk\, participants can enjoy a free luncheon provided by HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital\, concluding by 12:30 p.m. \nThere is no registration fee\, but donations are appreciated\, with proceeds supporting the local Parkinson’s Support Group and creating new and exciting opportunities for those in the community navigating Parkinson’s disease. \nOnline registration is now open and strongly encouraged.  Adults who register before April 22 will receive a T-shirt on the day of the event\, although day-of registration will be available.  Each family member participating will need to register to receive a T-shirt.  No child-size shirts are available\, but there will be many fun activities for children.  To register and find out more\, visit eventbrite.com and search “Walk to End Parkinson’s” in the Effingham area. \nHSHS St. Anthony’s Physical Therapist Jessica Mottashed shared why she and her colleagues wanted to host this event again.  She said\, “Our rehabilitation team is passionately dedicated to Parkinson’s care\, having pursued specialized training in this field.  Leading our local Parkinson’s Support Group\, I’ve seen firsthand how funds raised at our past events positively impacts community members facing daily challenges with the disease\,” she explained.  “This event beautifully unites our community in support of those with Parkinson’s and their families.” \nHSHS St. Anthony’s Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness has a specialized team that treats and supports patients with Parkinson’s disease. Ten members of St. Anthony’s physical therapy\, occupational therapy and speech therapy team have completed specialized and individualized training for LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD treatments that help people with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions address walking\, balance and other activities of daily living (LSVT BIG) and with their speech (LSVT LOUD). \nFor questions or more information about the Walk to End Parkinson’s event\, contact Jessica Mottashed at jessica.mottashed@hshs.org \nRegister now on eventbrite.com or visit stanthonyshospital.org and go to the Classes and Events page and select the Walk to End Parkinson’s event for registration details. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32593-walk-to-end-parkinsons-disease-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:34884-1778284800-1778371199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions in May
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries distribution days for May: \nTuesday\, May 5th from 4-6pm\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nSaturday\, May 9th from 9-Noon\, 861 E. Washington\, Mason (Mason Civic Center) \nTuesday\, May 12th from 4-6pm\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nWednesday\, May 13th from Noon to 2pm\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nWednesday\, May 20th from Noon to 2pm\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nSaturday\, May 30th from 8:30-Noon\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nPlease call 217-240-0059 to sign up.  It’s free and for everyone!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/34884-34884/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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