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SUMMARY:Pet Blessings at HSHS Hospitals
DESCRIPTION:PrintIn honor of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi\, several HSHS hospitals will host pet blessing ceremonies in October.  St. Francis\, the patron saint of animals\, is remembered for his deep love and respect for all of God’s creation. \nThe pet blessings offer community members an opportunity to bring their pets to be blessed and to celebrate the companionship\, comfort\, and joy that animals bring to their families. \n“Pets hold such a special place in our lives and offer a kind of unconditional love that is truly a gift\,” said Karla Marshall\, Manager of Spiritual Care and Mission Operations for the HSHS Central Illinois Market.  “Gathering together to bless our beloved animals gives us a chance to pause\, give thanks and recognize the joy they bring to our families and communities.” \nPet Blessing Locations: \nHSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital\, Effingham\nTuesday\, October 6\, 5:00 p.m. in the Healing Garden \nHSHS Good Shepherd Hospital\, Shelbyville\nTuesday\, October 6\, 5:00 p.m. in the Peace Garden on the east side of hospital \nPet owners are encouraged to bring their pets safely secured on a leash or in a carrier. All pets are welcome\, and families are encouraged to participate in this special tradition honoring St. Francis and the bond between people and animals. \nFor more information about HSHS\, visit hshs.org. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47989-pet-blessings-at-hshs/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Grief Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:PrintThere will be Grief Support Group meetings on Tuesday evenings at 6:15\, through the Fall and early Winter. \nThese will be held at the St Anthony Parish Center\, located at 101 East Virginia Avenue in Effingham. \nAnyone is welcome to come. \nCall the parish office at 217-347-7129 with questions.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47369-47369/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries - October Distributions
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries Distribution Dates in October: \nTuesday\, October 6th\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, October 10th\, from 9:00 – 11:15 am\, Mason\, located at 861 E. Washington ( Mason Civic Center)\, serving groceries \nTuesday\, October 13th\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nWednesday\, October 14th\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nWednesday\, October 21st\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, October 31st\, from 8:30 am – Noon\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nCall 217-240-0059 or 217-868-5293 to sign up\nOr\nGo online and set a time that works best for you at www.my-christian-space.com
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45811-enduring-freedom-ministries-october-distributions/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Career Day at Lake Land College
DESCRIPTION:PrintLake Land College is hosting its annual Career Day event on Tuesday\, October 6.  The event will give high school juniors and seniors from 25 high school districts the chance to network with local professionals and discover rewarding career possibilities. \nDuring this year’s Career Day event\, participating students will choose from more than 150 scheduled sessions to attend to learn about a diverse range of local career paths.  Each session will provide an in-depth presentation from local professionals representing industries such as agriculture\, healthcare\, business\, information technology\, cosmetology\, humanities\, arts\, communications\, welding\, math\, science\, engineering\, education\, criminal justice\, human services\, psychology\, sociology\, political science\, history\, automotive\, construction\, technology and more. \nThis year’s Career Day event will also include a Career & College Fair for students to attend before or after their scheduled sessions.  At the Career & College Fair\, students will be able to meet with representatives from colleges and universities across the country to learn about programs\, transfer options\, scholarships and more.  Representatives from local businesses\, as well as from all branches of the military\, will also be present at the Career & College Fair to discuss apprenticeships\, internships and additional career opportunities. \n“There’s no better way to learn about possible career paths than by hearing the insights and perspectives of the people who work in those jobs every day\,” said Peighton Hinote\, Coordinator for Student Communication & Initiatives.  “This event is always a perfect opportunity for students to receive everything they need all in one place as they begin to make their future plans.” \nColleges\, universities and local organizations interested in presenting during Career Day or hosting a table at the College and Career Fair can register by Friday\, October 2 on the Lake Land College website at LakeLandCollege.edu/Career-Day/College-Organization-Information/. \nHigh school juniors and seniors interested in attending Career Day can contact Hinote at 217-234-5230 or phinote@lakelandcollege.edu. \nFor more information\, visit the Lake Land College website at LakeLandCollege.edu/Career-Day.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45782-career-day-at-lake-land-college/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Monday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nNational Trail Conference Tournament \nGame 2 – Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at St. Anthony\, 4 p.m. \nGame 3 – South Central at Neoga\, 4 p.m. \nGame 4 – Dieterich at North Clay\, 4 p.m. \nGame 5 – Altamont at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4 p.m. \nCross Country \nAltamont\, Dieterich\, North Clay\, Teutopolis\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, Flora at Ballard Nature Center\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Golf \nClass 1A Monticello Sectional \nAltamont\, Dieterich\, Newton\, Teutopolis\, Windsor golfers \nClass 2A St. Anthony Sectional \nSt. Anthony\, Effingham golfers \nGirls Golf \nClass 1A Wood River Sectional \nSt. Anthony\, Effingham\, Newton\, Teutopolis golfers \nClass 1A Rochester Sectional \nWindsor \nSoccer \nTeutopolis at Greenville TIME CHANGED TO 5  P.M. \nGirls Tennis \nTaylorville at Effingham\, 4:15 p.m. \nSalem at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nVolleyball \nSt. Anthony at Dieterich\, 6 p.m. \nAltamont at Vandalia\, 5 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Martinsville\, 5 p.m. \nGrayville at Newton\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nFootball \nMount Zion at Effingham\, 6 p.m. \nSangamon Valley at Cumberland\, 6 p.m. \nRobinson at Newton\, 6 p.m. \nSoccer \nTeutopolis at Greenville\, after varsity match \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nGirls Basketball \nSt. Anthony at Taylorville\, 6 p.m. \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Cumberland\, 6 p.m. \nOblong at Dieterich\, 6 p.m. \nSigel St. Michael at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 6 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nChicago White Sox at Cleveland\, 4 p.m. \nALDS – Game 2 \nNew York Yankees at Tampa Bay\, 7 p.m. \nALDS — Game 2
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48090-mondays-schedule-79/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260923T002548Z
CREATED:20260923T002548Z
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UID:47436-1791072000-1791331199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Harvest of Hope for Mae's Miracle
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47436-harvest-of-hope-for-maes-miracle-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
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DTSTAMP:20260930T154044Z
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UID:47923-1791072000-1791158399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Life Chain
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47923-life-chain/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20261001T145614Z
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UID:47652-1791072000-1791158399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Sunday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintNATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE \nIndianapolis at Washington\, 8:30 a.m. \nNew England at Buffalo\, noon \nNew York at Chicago\, noon \nJacksonville at Cincinnati\, noon \nArizona at New York\, noon \nLos Angeles at Philadelphia\, noon \nGreen Bay at Tampa Bay\, noon \nTennessee at Baltimore\, noon \nDallas at Houston\, noon \nMiami at Minnesota\, 3:05 p.m. \nKansas City at Las Vegas\, 3:35 p.m. \nNASCAR \nSouth Point 400 as Las Vegas Motor Speedway\, 3:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47652-sundays-schedule-81/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20260922T204551Z
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SUMMARY:Teutopolis Monastery Museum
DESCRIPTION:PrintThere are 38 small rooms of displays open to visitors on Sunday\, October 4. \nThe hours are from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m. We recommend you come early to see the many unique and interesting articles on display.  Admission 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.  Volunteers 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/47408-teutopolis-monastery-museum-7/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260902T205729Z
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SUMMARY:Marching Illini in Concert
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThe Marching Illini return to State Farm Center for Marching Illini in Concert\, on Sunday\, October 4\, at 3:00 p.m. \nKnown as “The Nation’s Premier College Marching Band\,” the Marching Illini has been entertaining audiences since 1868 with a combination of tradition\, precision\, innovation and unmistakable Fighting Illini spirit. The 2026 Marching Illini features 375 members\, including musicians\, color guard\, the Illinettes Dance Team\, drum majors\, and undergraduate and graduate staff. \nMarching Illini in Concert gives fans the opportunity to experience the power and pageantry of the band in a unique arena setting. The performance will showcase the music\, formations and traditions generations of Illini know and love\, including favorites such as “Illinois Loyalty\,” “Oskee-Wow-Wow\,” “Hail to the Orange” and more. \nWhether you’re a current student\, proud alum\, longtime Illini fan or simply a fan of outstanding live music\, Marching Illini in Concert is a fitting finale to an unforgettable Homecoming weekend in Champaign-Urbana. \nDoors Open: 2:00 p.m. \nTickets start at $17.50\, and are on sale now at StateFarmCenter.com\, by calling 1-866-ILLINI-1\, or at the Illinois Ticket Office at the State Farm Center. \nSince 1868\, the Marching Illini has entertained millions of fans with traditional and innovative performances that have made them “The Nation’s Premier College Marching Band.” The excellence of innovation continues and is very much alive today as the Marching Illini continues its pursuit of the highest levels of musical\, visual\, and thoroughly entertaining performances at the historic Memorial Stadium. \nThe Marching Illini is a select organization which annually includes many of the university’s finest and most dedicated students. Members of the Marching Illini represent virtually every college and major on the university’s diverse campus. This year’s Marching Illini totals 375 members\, which include musicians\, guard\, the Illinettes Dance Team\, drum majors\, and the undergraduate and graduate staff members. \nThe Marching Illini has played at many prestigious events\, including being the first college marching band to perform in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Dublin Ireland in 1992\, an engagement they repeated six more times.  They were also the first college marching band to perform at the London Military Tattoo at Wembley Arena in 2001. \nThe Marching Illini halftime show is known for many distinct components\, including a modified “ILLINI” formation created by A.A. Harding in the 1920s. Before this takes place\, the pregame opener is performed with the Illinois state song\, “Patriotic Melody\,” “God Bless America\,” “Battle Hymn of the Republic” and concludes with “America the Beautiful.”  The traditional football halftime show performance includes a medley comprised by parts of “Pride of the Illini\,” “March of the Illini” and “Hail to the Orange.”  The Marching Illini also plays the national anthem\, “Illinois Loyalty\,” “Oskee-Wow Wow” and “William Tell” during dynamic formation changes. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45850-marching-illini-in-concert/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260922T142914Z
CREATED:20260902T155819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T142914Z
UID:45766-1791072000-1791158399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fall Breakfast and Raffle at Island Grove
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45766-fall-breakfast-and-raffle-at-island-grove/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20261001T223017Z
CREATED:20261001T222038Z
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UID:48117-1790985600-1791071999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Live Music and Food at Mason
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48117-48117/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261003
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DTSTAMP:20260928T223310Z
CREATED:20260928T223310Z
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UID:47761-1790985600-1791071999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Sooeyfest in Neoga
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47761-sooeyfest-in-neoga/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260928T195242Z
CREATED:20260928T195215Z
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UID:47718-1790985600-1791071999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:The Climb - Community Event
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47718-the-climb-community-event/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260928T151556Z
CREATED:20260928T151402Z
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UID:47713-1790985600-1791071999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Town-Wide Garage Sales in Dieterich
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Village of Dieterich will be having town-wide garage sales on Saturday October 3rd\, from 7am-Noon.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47713-town-wide-garage-sales-in-dieterich/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260927T155518Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nCentralia Christ Our Rock Lutheran at Teutopolis (DH)\, 10 a.m. \nCross Country \nDieterich\, Newton at Nike Twilight\, Terre Haute South Vigo H.S.\, TBA \nSoccer \nSt. Anthony at Altamont\, 7 p.m. \nNewton at Mattoon tournament\, 10 a.m. \nBreese Mater Dei at Teutopolis\, 10 a.m. \nGirls Tennis \nApollo Conference Tournament at Mattoon\, 8:30 a.m. \nSt. Anthony at Bloomington Purple/Gold Invitational\, 8 a.m. \nVolleyball \nNewton at St. Anthony\, 9 a.m. \nSouth Central at Webber Township Tournament\, TBA \nJUNIOR VARSITY/FROSH/SOPH \nSoccer \nBreese Mater Dei at Teutopolis (JV)\, 10 a.m. \nVolleyball \nSouth Central at St. Elmo/Brownstown (freshman/sophomore)\, TBA \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nSoccer \nDieterich at Teutopolis F/S Tournament\, TBA \nVolleyball \nEffingham\, St. Anthony at Teutopolis Freshman/Sophomore Tournament\, 9 a.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at St. Elmo Freshman/Sophomore Tournament\, TBA \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nClass 1A State Tournament \nAt Eastside Centre\, East Peoria \nGame 5 — Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2\, 9:30 a.m. \nGame 6 — Winner  Game 3 vs. Winner Game 4\, 11:30 a.m. \nGame 7 — Loser Game 5 vs. Loser Game 6\, 2 p.m. (third place) \nGame 8 — Winner Game 5 vs. Winner Game 6\, 4 p.m. (championship) \nClass 2A State Tournament \nAt Eastside Centre\, East Peoria \nGame 5 — Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2\, 10 a.m. \nGame 6 — Winner  Game 3 vs. Winner Game 4\, non \nGame 7 — Loser Game 5 vs. Loser Game 6\, 2:30 p.m. (third place) \nGame 8 — Winner Game 5 vs. Winner Game 6\, 4:30 p.m. (championship) \nNASCAR \nFocused Health 302 as Las Vegas Motor Speedway\, 6 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47650-saturdays-schedule-82/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260914T201941Z
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UID:46775-1790985600-1791071999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Marching Invitational at EHS
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46775-marching-invitational-at-ehs/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260922T153210Z
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UID:45615-1790985600-1791071999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bahrns Memorial Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:Print \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45615-bahrns-memorial-golf-outing-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260511T202950Z
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UID:37695-1790985600-1791071999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham Farmer’s Market
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Effingham Farmer’s Market will be every Saturday\, from May 30th through October 31st.  The Market will be open from 8:00 – Noon on the old courthouse lawn. \nThere will be fresh produce\, baked goods\, plants\, and flowers\, as well as arts and crafts.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/37695-37695/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:44280-1790985600-1791071999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Household Hazardous Waste Collection
DESCRIPTION:Print \nPre-registration is required.  A complete list of wastes that are and are not accepted is available online at https://epa.illinois.gov/topics/waste-management/waste-disposal/household-hazardous-waste/acceptable-wastes.html. \nIllinois EPA provides the following tips to safely transport household hazardous waste: \n\nPack HHW items in a disposable box to avoid spilling during transport.\nKeep like chemicals together and separate unlike chemicals.\nSecure lids and make sure containers are not leaking.\nPlace box(es) in the empty trunk or storage compartment of your vehicle\, away from passengers.\nRemain in vehicle at the collection site.  On-site personnel will remove the HHW from your vehicle.\n\nFor questions concerning the Illinois EPA’s one-day or long-term collections\, please contact the Illinois EPA Materials Management Unit at 217-524-3300.  Collections continue to be contactless for the safety of participants and workers.  Collection events are funded through the Illinois EPA’s Solid Waste Management Fund. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/44280-household-hazardous-waste-collection/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260929T161948Z
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UID:47825-1790899200-1791071999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Lake Sara Fall Garage Sales
DESCRIPTION:PrintFriday and Saturday\, October 2 and 3\nDays and Times per Description on the Discussion Thread on Friends of Lake Sara’s Facebook page.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47825-lake-sara-fall-garage-sales/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260930T160621Z
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in October
DESCRIPTION:PrintRed Cross Blood Drives in October: \n10/1\, Thursday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/2\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/7\, Wednesday\, Grace United Methodist Church in Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, The Equity in Effingham\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/8\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n10/8\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building in Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n10/12\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/16\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n10/20\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/21\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/22\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA in Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/23\, Friday\, Lake Land College in Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/29\, Thursday\, St Michael Church in Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/29\, Thursday\, Clay City High School\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nFall into the habit of donating!  Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood from October 1 – 18. \nCome to give blood October 19 – 31 for a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email PLUS earn 200 bonus points toward exclusive Donor Rewards!  See rcblood.org/Maze for details. \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \n 
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SUMMARY:The Original CASS' Burrito Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Friday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nNational Trail Conference Tournament \nGame 1 — Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Brownstown/St. Elmo\, 4 p.m. \nFootball \nEffingham at Mount Zion\, 7 p.m. \nNewton at Robinson\, 7 p.m. \nSangamon Valley at Cumberland\, 7 p.m. \nSoccer \nCentralia at Altamont\, 4 p.m. \nNewton at Mattoon Tournament\, 10 a.m. \nGirls Tennis \nEffingham at Apollo Conference Tournament\, 11 a.m. \nSt. Anthony at Bloomington Purple/Gold Invitational\, 3 p.m. \nVolleyball \nTeutopolis at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 5 p.m. \nNorth Clay at St. Elmo/Brownstown\, 6:15 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nSoccer \nCentralia at Altamont\, 4 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nClass 1A State Tournament \nAt Eastside Centre\, East Peoria \nGame 1 — Lincoln Chester-East Lincoln vs. Peoria Limestone Walters\, 9:30 a.m. \nGame 2 — Bloomington Corpus Christ vs. Liberty\, 11:30 a.m. \nGame 3 — Dieterich vs. Pawnee\, 2 p.m. \nGame 4 — Mazon-Verona-Kinsman vs. Champaign St. Matthew\, 4 p.m. \nClass 2A State Tournament \nAt Eastside Centre\, East Peoria \nGame 1 — Tuscola East Prairie vs. Downs Tri-Valley\, 10 a.m. \nGame 2 — Dwight vs. Avon Abingdon Avon\, noon \nGame 3 — St. Anthony vs. Peru Parkside\, 2:30 p.m. \nGame 4 — Auburn vs. Bluffs\, 4:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47648-fridays-schedule-80/
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SUMMARY:Golf Benefit for HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital Foundation
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Foundation is hosting its 17th annual Golf Benefit Friday\, Oct. 2 at the Effingham Country Club.  The HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation expresses its thanks to its golf benefit sponsor Air Evac Lifeteam/GMR. \nRegistration begins at 10 a.m.\, with lunch being served from 10:30 to 11:40 a.m. as well as a putting contest.  After a brief welcome and presentation at 11:40 a.m.\, the noon tee-off begins the four-person scramble\, which consists of 32 teams of four players.  Golfers can participate in mulligans\, on-course contests and more activities.  A new feature this year will be six mobile mini golf holes placed throughout the course.  The event ends with a post-event reception featuring a meal and announcements of tournament and contest winners. \nAs a fundraising event\, costs of the golf benefit will be underwritten by sponsors who support the hospital and its health care initiatives.  Philanthropy Manager Michael Wall said\, “Donors play an integral role in enhancing the care HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital provides to our patients and community each year.  For example\, funds raised have supported the purchase of surgical and state-of-the-art medical equipment\, as well as funded patient transportation\,” he said.  “This year we are supporting the needs of future generations by raising funds for our Center for Pediatric Therapy\, which offers innovative treatments catered specifically to the unique needs of children in a child-friendly environment\, promoting development\, improving mobility and encouraging independence.  We invite anyone interested in supporting our community hospital to consider sponsoring or participating in our golf event.” \nThose not available or not interested in golfing who would still like to support the hospital can be “Community Support” sponsors and/or purchase raffle tickets for a number of prizes which will be raffled off.  You need not be present to win.  Raffle tickets are $5 each\, five tickets for $20 or 30 tickets for $100. \nArea residents and community advocates who would like to become a sponsor\, enter a team or purchase raffle tickets can find more information or register at stanthonyshospital.org/golf by Sept. 25.  For more information\, contact Michael Wall\, Philanthropy Manager\, at 217-347-1854 or email michael.wall@hshs.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46791-golf-benefit-for-hshs-st-anthonys-memorial-hospital-foundation/
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SUMMARY:"And Then There Was One" and "The Nose That Ran Away From Its Face" Performances at Teutopolis
DESCRIPTION:Print \nJoin the Teutopolis Junior High Drama Club for an evening of suspense\, silliness\, and plenty of laughs.  This year’s Fall Production features the murder mystery spoof “And Then There Was One” along with the whimsical “The Nose That Ran Away\,” plus two hilarious opening act skits to kick off the fun. \nPerformances will be held in the Teutopolis Grade School Gym on Friday and Saturday\, October 2nd and 3rd.  The show begins at 7:00 PM\, with doors opening at 6:30 PM. \nAdmission is $7 per person. \nCome out and support our talented young thespians!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45758-and-then-there-was-one-and-the-nose-that-ran-away-from-its-face-performances-at-teutopolis/
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SUMMARY:Conference on Illinois History
DESCRIPTION:PrintA complicated first lady\, enslaved people starting new lives\, women fighting for fair housing\, even actors performing on horseback – all those stories and more will be told Oct. 1 and 2 at the Conference on Illinois History\, presented by the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. \nThe highlight of the first day will be a presentation by Lois Romano\, author of the best-selling biography “An Inconvenient Widow: The Torment\, Trial\, and Triumph of Mary Todd Lincoln.”  She will discuss the challenges Mary Lincoln faced\, including profound personal losses\, struggles with mental health and unfair treatment by the law and the men in power around her.  Romano will also describe her intense research\, which included significant work at the presidential library. \nThe second day of the conference brings a unique double feature:  a presentation on bicycling in Illinois and a display of vibrant\, bicycle-themed art.  Cyclist and Illinois Wesleyan University professor Chris Sweet will discuss biking history\, its cultural impact and his own experiences on the road.  Meanwhile\, artist and musician Jeff Williams will showcase paintings that capture the spirit\, movement and beauty of cycling. \nThe price is $99 to attend both days of the conference\, or $59 for each day.  Student prices are $30 and $20.  Register at https://presidentlincoln.illinois.gov. \nThe conference also includes sessions designed specifically for teachers interested in learning new ways to explore history in the classroom.  Participating teachers can earn professional-development credit. \nPresented in conjunction with the Illinois State Historical Society\, the conference brings together university historians\, independent researchers\, government experts\, teachers and students to share the latest research into the history of Illinois. \nParticipants will hear the stories of: \n\nJapanese-Americans making a new start in Chicago after being detained by the U.S. government during World War II.\nAda S. McKinley\, a pioneering Black social worker and contemporary of the better-known Jane Addams.\nAfrican Americans who founded an Illinois town and enslaved people who made their way here during the Civil War.\n The nation’s progress on civil rights under President Ulysses Grant.\nHippodrama\, the theater genre that used horses in dramatic plays\nA lost fort discovered in southern Illinois.\n\nIn addition to her lunchtime presentation at the history conference\, Lois Romano will discuss her Mary Lincoln biography in an evening event designed for general audiences.  The free presentation takes place at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday\, Oct. 1.  Reserve free seats at PresidentLincoln.Illinois.gov/Events. \nThe 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. \nFor more information\, visit www.PresidentLincoln.illinois.gov
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47163-conference-on-illinois-history/
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in October
DESCRIPTION:PrintRed Cross Blood Drives in October: \n10/1\, Thursday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/2\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/7\, Wednesday\, Grace United Methodist Church in Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, The Equity in Effingham\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/8\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n10/8\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building in Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n10/12\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/16\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n10/20\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/21\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/22\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA in Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/23\, Friday\, Lake Land College in Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/29\, Thursday\, St Michael Church in Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/29\, Thursday\, Clay City High School\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nFall into the habit of donating!  Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood from October 1 – 18. \nCome to give blood October 19 – 31 for a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email PLUS earn 200 bonus points toward exclusive Donor Rewards!  See rcblood.org/Maze for details. \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47918-red-cross-blood-drives-in-october/
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SUMMARY:EHS Class of '74 Lunch
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Effingham High School Class of ’74 October Lunch will be at 12:30 on Thursday\, October 1 at Danny’s Quik Sak. \nAll are welcome! \nPlease let Connie Elliott or Elaine Dasenbrock know if you plan on attending.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47708-ehs-class-of-74-lunch/
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SUMMARY:Thursday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nSt. Anthony at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m.  Listen on KJ Country 102.3 \nNeoga at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4:30 p.m. \nDieterich at Woodlawn\, 4:30 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Centralia Christ Our Rock Lutheran\, 4:30 p.m. \nCross Country \nEffingham\, Altamont\, Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, Cumberland\, Dieterich\, Neoga\, Newton\, Teutopolis at Robinson Invitational Cork Classic\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoccer \nEffingham at Mount Zion\, 4:30 p.m. \nRobinson at St. Anthony\, 4:30 p.m. \nGirls Tennis \nEffingham at Casey-Westfield\, 4:15 p.m. \nNewton at Mount Carmel\, 4:30 p.m. \nVolleyball \nTeutopolis at St. Anthony\, 5 p.m. \nEffingham at Taylorville\, 5 p.m. \nAltamont at Dieterich\, 6 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Neoga\, 5 p.m. \nCumberland at South Central\, 6 p.m. \nNewton at Robinson\, 5 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at North Clay\, 5 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nSoccer \nEffingham at Mount Zion\, after varsity match \nFRESHMEN \nFootball \nParis at Newton\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nGirls Basketball \nOblong at St. Anthony\, 6 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Brownstown/St. Elmo\, 6 p.m. \nDieterich at North Clay\, 6 p.m. \nSigel St. Michael at Cumberland\, 6 p.m. \nNATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE \nPittsburgh at Cleveland\, 7:15 p.m.
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