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SUMMARY:Benefit for Kathryn Suckow
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22956-benefit-for-kathryn-suckow/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Saturday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nEffingham vs. Vienna\, 1 p.m. at Marion \nTimothy Christian at Newton\, 2 p.m. \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown at Tri-County\, Kansas\, 11 a.m. \nUnity at Teutopolis\, 1 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nTeutopolis at Richland County\, Olney\, 1 p.m. \nWrestling \nEffingham at Cumberland Boys Pirate Duals\, 9 a.m. \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nBoys Basketball \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Cerro Gordo Freshman/Sophomore Tournament\, TBA \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nNational Trail Conference Seventh-Grade Tournament at Sigel \nRichland County\, Olney at St. Anthony\, 10 a.m. \nGirls Basketball \nClass 7-3A State Tournament \nAt Auburn High School \nGame 1– Virginia vs. Washington\, 10 a.m. \nGame 2 — Teutopolis vs. Forrest Prairie Central\, 11:30 a.m. \nGame 3 — Downs Tri-Valley vs. Burr Ridge Gower\, 1 p.m. \nGame 4 — Princeton Logan vs. Hillsboro\, 2:30 p.m. \nGame 5 — Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2\, 5 p.m. \nGame 6 — Winner Game 3 vs. Winner Game 4\, 6:30 p.m. \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nUniversity of Illinois at Tennessee\, 7 p.m. \nLindenwood at Eastern Illinois University\, 7 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23379-saturdays-schedule-38/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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SUMMARY:Breakfast With Santa in Edgewood
DESCRIPTION:PrintThis will be at the Edgewood Masonic Lodge
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23552-breakfast-with-santa-in-edgewood/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Downtown Effingham Hometown Christmas
DESCRIPTION:PrintDUE TO WEATHER\, EFFINGHAM’S HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SATURDAY\, DECEMBER 6! \nKick off the holiday season with your family and friends at Downtown Effingham’s Hometown Christmas on Saturday\, December 6!   Whether you’re hosting loved ones home for Thanksgiving or starting your own holiday traditions\, this magical evening is the perfect way to celebrate together. \nClimb aboard for cozy horse-drawn carriage rides or whimsical tractor train rides\, and delight the kids with a chance to meet a live reindeer.  Make memories visiting Santa\, snapping photos with favorite Christmas and Disney characters\, and creating festive crafts in Santa’s Workshop.  As you stroll through the holiday magic\, warm up with a cup of hot chocolate\, enjoy the sweet crunch of kettle corn\, and soak in the sparkle and joy of the season. \nBring the whole family downtown and make memories you’ll treasure for years to come! \nFood & Beverage | 3:00-6:00pm \nMacklin Kettle Corn & Joe Sippers Cafe Beverage Cart (costs associated with these vendors) \nEntertainment | 3:00-5:00pm \nSanta’s Workshop (heated tent in the City parking lot)\n•Bulb Planting – University of Illinois Master Gardeners\n•Christmas Activity – C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corp.\n•Christmas Coloring Pages & Pet Treats – Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary (EARS)\n•Christmas Craft – Effingham County Case Managers\n•Christmas Ornament – Caritas Family Solutions\n•Cookie Decorating – Kirby Foods-Effingham\n•Reindeer Food – The Royal School of Cosmetology \nAdditional Activities \n•Horse Drawn Carriage Rides – Yoder Horse & Carriage\n•Two LIVE Reindeer & Sleigh – Prairie Moon Farm\n•Tractor Train Rides – Bahrns Equipment\, Inc.\, Roepke Overhead Door & Y-Yard \nSpecial Guests \n•2025 Miss and Jr. Miss Effingham County Fair Queen – Krista Phillips & Leah Ring\n•Holiday & Winter Characters – Effingham High School Drama Club \nLighted Christmas Parade | 5:00pm \nWe are bringing Santa to town in sparkling style — join us as the streets come alive with lights\, laughter\, and holiday magic!  See below to sign up! \nSanta House | 5:45-8:00pm\n \nThe big man in red is heading to his house — making his list\, checking it twice\, and arriving in style!  Santa’s elves at the Effingham Public Library are hard at work to make sure every child — young or old\, naughty or nice — receives a personalized letter from Jolly Old St. Nick himself.  This festive tradition is proudly sponsored by Tracy Willenborg\, helping spread holiday cheer throughout our community.  Request your letter here by Friday\, December 5. \nLive Music @ the Old Courthouse \n6:15pm | FACE Christmas Concert\n6:45pm | FACE Community Orchestra \nLighted Parade: \nGet ready to be dazzled by a magical evening of holiday cheer and twinkling lights.  Watch as beautifully decorated floats\, festive vehicles\, and singing elves illuminate the streets\, spreading warmth and joy to all.  Bring your friends and family to experience this beloved holiday tradition.   Parade begins at 5:00pm\, starting at Baseball Card Connection\, heading down Jefferson Ave to The Heart Theatre\, and ending at 3rd St.  Sign up by Tuesday\, November 25. \nParticipants: \nCity of Effingham\nCity of Effingham Caledonia Fire Truck\nCity of Effingham Fire Department\nDan Hecht Chevrolet-Toyota\nDanceLife Center\nDieterich Bank\nFatso’s Famous Pizza\nFirst National Bank of Waterloo\nKrista Phillips | 2025 Miss Effingham County Fair Queen\nLakeland Rehabilitation & Health Care Center\nLeah Ring | 2025 Jr. Miss Effingham County Fair Queen\nPlant Some Kindness\nRumpke Waste & Recycling\nRuss Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC\nSouth Central FS\nThe Heart Theatre\nW.S. Broom & Co. Furniture\nWabash Communications Co-Op \nBecome a Sponsor: \nHelp brighten this holiday season by supporting this years event!  Hometown Christmas offers a gift to the entire community as we gather together to celebrate this free event.   View opportunities – click here to sponsor! \nSponsors: \nTree Top |\nReindeer x2 |\nHorse & Carriage | The Wellness Loft\nSanta’s Workshop | City of Effingham/Visit Effingham; Wabash Communications Co-Op\nCaroler | HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital; Kirby Foods-Effingham; Premier Broadcasting | 97.9 XFM & KJ Country 102.3; The Heart Theatre; Washington Savings Bank\nSanta Letters | Tracy Willenborg-Taylor Law Office\nCandy Cane | Ameren Illinois; Effingham Asphalt; Evergreen Nursing & Rehab; Peters Buildings Inc.; The Beanstalk Boutique; W.S. Broom Co.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23959-downtown-effingham-hometown-christmas-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Griswold Christmas and Community Crawl in Edgewood
DESCRIPTION:Print \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24202-griswold-christmas-and-community-crawl-in-edgewood/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Downtown Effingham Hometown Christmas
DESCRIPTION:PrintKick off the holiday season with your family and friends at Downtown Effingham’s Hometown Christmas on Saturday\, December 6!   Start your own holiday traditions\, as this magical evening is the perfect way to celebrate together. \nClimb aboard for a whimsical tractor train ride and make memories visiting Santa.  Snap photos with your favorite Christmas and Disney characters and creating festive crafts in Santa’s Workshop.  As you stroll through the holiday magic\, warm up with a cup of hot chocolate\, enjoy the sweet crunch of kettle corn\, and soak in the sparkle and joy of the season. \nBring the whole family downtown and make memories you’ll treasure for years to come! \nFood & Beverage | 3:00-6:00pm \nMacklin Kettle Corn & Joe Sippers Cafe Beverage Cart (costs associated with these vendors) \nEntertainment | 3:00-5:00pm \nSanta’s Workshop (heated tent in the City parking lot)\n•Bulb Planting – University of Illinois Master Gardeners\n•Christmas Activity – C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corp.\n•Christmas Coloring Pages & Pet Treats – Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary (EARS)\n•Christmas Craft – Effingham County Case Managers\n•Christmas Ornament – Caritas Family Solutions\n•Cookie Decorating – Kirby Foods-Effingham\n•Reindeer Food – The Royal School of Cosmetology \nAdditional Activities \n•Pickles the Mini-Horse\n•Bubble Party from 3:00-5:00 pm\n•Tractor Train Rides – Bahrns Equipment\, Inc.\, Roepke Overhead Door & Y-Yard \n\nStory-time with Mrs. Claus – in the American Family Insurance building on Washington Avenue\n\nSpecial Guests \n•2025 Miss and Jr. Miss Effingham County Fair Queen – Krista Phillips & Leah Ring\n•Holiday & Winter Characters – Effingham High School Drama Club \nLighted Christmas Parade | 5:00pm \nWe are bringing Santa to town in sparkling style — join us as the streets come alive with lights\, laughter\, and holiday magic!  See below to sign up! \nSanta House | 5:45-8:00pm\n \nThe big man in red is heading to his house — making his list\, checking it twice\, and arriving in style!  Santa’s elves at the Effingham Public Library are hard at work to make sure every child — young or old\, naughty or nice — receives a personalized letter from Jolly Old St. Nick himself.  This festive tradition is proudly sponsored by Tracy Willenborg\, helping spread holiday cheer throughout our community.  Request your letter here by Friday\, December 5. \nLive Music @ the Old Courthouse \n6:15pm | FACE Christmas Concert\n6:45pm | FACE Community Orchestra \nLighted Parade: \nGet ready to be dazzled by a magical evening of holiday cheer and twinkling lights.  Watch as beautifully decorated floats\, festive vehicles\, and singing elves illuminate the streets\, spreading warmth and joy to all.  Bring your friends and family to experience this beloved holiday tradition.   Parade begins at 5:00pm\, starting at Baseball Card Connection\, heading down Jefferson Ave to The Heart Theatre\, and ending at 3rd St.   \nParticipants include: \nCity of Effingham\nCity of Effingham Caledonia Fire Truck\nCity of Effingham Fire Department\nDan Hecht Chevrolet-Toyota\nDanceLife Center\nDieterich Bank\nFatso’s Famous Pizza\nFirst National Bank of Waterloo\nKrista Phillips | 2025 Miss Effingham County Fair Queen\nLakeland Rehabilitation & Health Care Center\nLeah Ring | 2025 Jr. Miss Effingham County Fair Queen\nPlant Some Kindness\nRumpke Waste & Recycling\nRuss Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC\nSouth Central FS\nThe Heart Theatre\nW.S. Broom & Co. Furniture\nWabash Communications Co-Op
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24315-downtown-effingham-hometown-christmas-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Free Medicare Guidance and Education
DESCRIPTION:PrintHospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) and Chapter\, an independent Medicare adviser\, are partnering to offer current and newly eligible Medicare patients free\, unbiased consultations on choosing a Medicare plan that best fits their health care needs. \nChapter advisers provide expert\, up-to-date information about Medicare Supplement (aka Medigap)\, Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug plans.  They are trained to assist existing Medicare patients aged 65 or older maintain or change plans during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) beginning Oct. 15 and continuing through Dec. 7.  They also offer guidance year-round to patients who become Medicare-eligible on their 65th birthday. \nHSHS is committed to ensuring patients and all members of the community have access to compassionate\, high-quality health care through all stages of life. \n“Choosing a Medicare plan can be overwhelming\, with many factors to consider\,” said Jeff Sterling\, HSHS Vice President of Managed Care.  “By leveraging Chapter’s technology and expertise\, HSHS aims to provide our patients with the information they need to find the best fit for their needs.” \n“Chapter utilizes a state-of-the-art platform to guide patients through the Medicare plan selection process\,” said Cobi Blumenfeld-Gantz\, CEO of Chapter.  “HSHS’ Mission to provide compassionate\, high-quality health care aligns with our own vision at Chapter.  Together\, we can help individuals navigate the confusing world of Medicare\, ensuring they get the right coverage.” \nHSHS patients interested in receiving personalized Medicare guidance can book an appointment online at askchapter.org/hshs or by phone at 855-636-0583.  Those interested in learning more about Chapter’s approach to Medicare advice can visit askchapter.org. \nFor more information about HSHS\, visit hshs.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/21260-free-medicare-guidance-and-education/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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CREATED:20251103T163552Z
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UID:22094-1765065600-1765151999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Open House at Effingham County Museum
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22094-christmas-open-house-at-effingham-county-museum/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:22140-1765065600-1765151999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Concert - Coles County Chorus
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThe Coles County Chorus is delighted to announce its annual Christmas Concert\, a festive celebration of the holiday season filled with timeless carols\, harmonious performances\, and community spirit.  This free event promises to uplift hearts and support local causes\, making it a perfect outing for families\, friends\, and music lovers alike. \nThe concert will take place on Sunday\, December 7th\, at the Wesley United Methodist Church\, 2206 4th Street in Charleston.  Doors open at 2:30 PM\, with the performance beginning promptly at 3:00 PM. \nAdmission is free\, though a free-will donation will be collected at the door.  All proceeds from these generous contributions will benefit Coles County food banks and homeless shelters\, helping to provide essential support to those in need during the holiday season. \nAttendees can look forward to a captivating program featuring beloved holiday songs performed by the Coles County Chorus\, including: \n• “Caroling\, Caroling”\n• “Deck the Halls” (with guest singers from Coles County and the surrounding area)\n• “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”\n• “Mary Did You Know”\n• “Oh! Holy Night”\n• “Silent Night”\n• “Sleigh Ride”\n• “(Everybody’s Waitin’ for) The Man With the Bag” \nAdding to the afternoon’s magic\, special guest performers will join the chorus on stage\, including appearances by the Huckleberry Friends Quartet\, Tinnitus Quartet\, and talented students from the Mt. Zion High School Barbershop Chorus Program.  These collaborations will bring a unique blend of vocal styles and youthful energy to the festivities. \nThe Coles County Chorus (CCC)\, a registered chapter of The Barbershop Harmony Society\, was founded in 1970 and boasts 32 active members.  The group meets every Tuesday evening at 7:00 PM at the United Christian Church\, 200 E Lafayette Ave\, Mattoon\, Illinois\, and invites men to join them at any Tuesday rehearsal. \nRecently\, CCC joined with The Sound of Illinois Barbershop Chorus to compete in the Barbershop Harmony Illinois District convention\, and took first place in the competition with two original barbershop arrangements of songs from “Elf The Musical.”  Looking ahead\, CCC will team up with The Sound of Illinois again to perform and compete at the 2026 Barbershop Harmony Society International Convention in St. Louis on July 3rd and 4th. \nFor more information\, including directions\, updates or joining the CCC singers at a rehearsal\, please contact Charlie Niehaus at cniehausacusd@gmail.com or call 618-335-9237.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22140-christmas-concert-coles-county-chorus/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:22253-1765065600-1765151999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Cookies with Santa in Montrose
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22253-cookies-with-santa-in-montrose/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251208
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UID:22808-1765065600-1765151999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Altamont Community Choir Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Altamont Community Choir will present a Christmas Concert on Sunday\, December 7th.  The concert will take place at 2:00pm at St Paul ELCA Church\, on Highway 40 West of Altamont. \nThere will be a Free Will offering with proceeds going to The St Paul GRACE Food Pantry and The Altamont Community Choir. \nRefreshments will be served following the concert in the Parish Hall. \nCome enjoy the sounds of the season!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22808-altamont-community-choir-christmas-concert/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Gym Bob's Jamboree CHRISTMAS Show
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Gym Bob’s Jamboree CHRISTMAS Show will be held on Sunday\, December 7th\, beginning at 1:00pm! \nThis will be our annual “Christmas Show” featuring all your favorite Christmas Standards as well as some of your favorite classic country and 50’s & 60’s music for the whole family to enjoy – performed by the Gym Bob’s Jamboree Band and Singers.  Santa Claus and his helpers will also be stopping by for the show!  It will be an afternoon filled with fun and music – so make sure you mark your calendars to attend! \nThe Jamboree Show is held the first Sunday afternoon of the month at Gym Bob’s\, located at 44 Apostle Lane in Bible Grove. \nReservations are not necessary but can be made by calling 615-481-7418. \nMore information may also be found online at http://www.GymBobs.com
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22912-gym-bobs-jamboree-christmas-show/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:23383-1765065600-1765151999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Sunday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintNATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE \nSeattle at Atlanta\, noon \nTennessee at Cleveland\, noon \nChicago at Green Bay\, noon \nWashington at Minnesota\, noon \nMiami at New York Giants\, noon \nNew Orleans at Tampa Bay\, noon \nIndianapolis at Jacksonville\, noon \nPittsburgh at Baltimore\, noon \nDenver at Las Vegas\, 3:05 p.m. \nCincinnati at Buffalo\, 3:25 p.m. \nLos Angeles Rams at Arizona\, 3:25 p.m. \nHouston at Kansas City\, 7:20 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23383-sundays-schedule-38/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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UID:23417-1765065600-1765151999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Pearl Harbor Breakfast In Teutopolis
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23417-pearl-harbor-breakfast-at-teutopolis/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251207
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UID:23422-1765065600-1765151999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Altamont Community Choir Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:Print \nRefreshments will be served in St. Paul’s Parish Hall after the  concert.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23422-altamont-community-choir-christmas-concert-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:24282-1765065600-1765151999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Auction in Strasburg
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24282-christmas-auction-in-strasburg/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:24301-1765065600-1765151999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Open House at the Cross
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24301-christmas-open-house-at-the-cross-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Free Diabetes Support Group
DESCRIPTION:PrintFree Diabetes Support Group Offered by  \nHSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology \nHSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham delivers world-class care close to home with a highly specialized team of local experts. \nTo help and encourage those with diabetes and their family members\, HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham offers a monthly diabetes support group\, free of charge. The support group is held at their office at 500 N. Maple St.\, Suite 200 in Effingham. \n• Diabetes Support Group – Join with other members of the diabetes community in a supportive\, caring environment. Each meeting includes education on a diabetes-related topic\, recipe demonstrations\, and lots of laughter and fun. No registration is necessary – all are welcome. \nDates/Times: Held on the second Monday of the month from 5-6 p.m. \n– February 10 \n– March 10 \n– April 14 \n– May 12 \n– June 9 \n– July 14 \n– August 11 \n– September 8 \n– October 13 \n– November 10 \n– December 8 \nDates are subject to change. \nHSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology’s Dr. Radhika Annam\, endocrinologist\, and registered dietitians and diabetes educators Tracy Dennis and Adrienne Jarrell\, work together to provide those with diabetes the tools they need to manage their condition and live their best life. \nHSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology educators are also available for individualized counseling for diet\, medication administration\, and initiation and troubleshooting of devices (glucose monitors\, insulin pumps\, CGMs/sensors). For more information or questions\, call 217-391-5460. \nFor more information about HSHS Medical Group\, visit hshsmedicalgroup.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/3478-free-diabetes-support-group-11/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:21826-1765152000-1765238399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:FISH Christmas Store Set-Up\, Delivery\, and Distribution
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/21826-fish-christmas-store-set-up-delivery-and-distribution/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260403T131630
CREATED:20251120T204149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T204255Z
UID:23398-1765152000-1765238399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Soup Supper at Altamont Legion
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23398-soup-supper-at-altamont-legion/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTSTAMP:20260403T131630
CREATED:20251202T140124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T210527Z
UID:24142-1765152000-1765238399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Monday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nGirls Basketball \nAltamont at St. Anthony\, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3) \nHighland at Effingham\, 6 p.m. \nMartinsville at Brownstown/St. Elmo\, 6:15 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Shelbyville\, 6 p.m. \nCumberland at Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond\, 6 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Dieterich\, 6 p.m. \nNeoga at South Central\, 6 p.m. \nNewton at Edwards County (Albion)\, 6 p.m. \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nBoys Basketball \nSt. Anthony at Effingham\, 6 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Altamont\, 6 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Shelbyville\, 6 p.m. \nOkaw Valley at Cumberland\, 6 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Odin\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nNational Trail Conference Seventh-Grade Tournament \nGame 10 — Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City vs. South Central\, 6:45 p.m. \ngame 11 — Dieterich vs. Neoga\, 8 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nClass 8-3A Lawrenceville Parkview Regional \nGame 5 — Teutopolis vs. Lawrenceville Parkview\, 6 p.m. (championship) \nClass 8-4A Taylorville Regional \nGame 6 — Mount Zion vs. Taylorville\, 5:30 p.m. (championship)
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24142-mondays-schedule-38/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTSTAMP:20260403T131630
CREATED:20250820T151611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T151623Z
UID:16357-1765238400-1765324799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Journey to Freedom:  Illinois’ Underground Railroad
DESCRIPTION:PrintA new exhibit highlighting the courageous stories of freedom seekers and the multi-racial conductors who assisted them on the Underground Railroad in Illinois are featured in a new exhibit Journey to Freedom:  Illinois’ Underground Railroad.  This will be on display in the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site’s Visitor Center – Sargent Gallery\, now through December 31. \nThis exhibit tells selected stories of freedom seekers\, conductors and communities in Illinois that were part of the journey to freedom on the Illinois Underground Railroad.  Using photos\, videos\, maps\, personal stories\, and illustrations created specifically for the exhibit\, visitors will learn the about the people and communities who took part in this hidden history.  Highlighted stories include freedom seekers John and Eliza Little\, who traveled barefoot through Illinois to Canada to gain their freedom\, or conductors like Henry who worked for Abraham Lincoln\, and Mary Ann King Brown who helped the enslaved to freedom in the Springfield\, Quincy and Galena areas.  Many of the known communities are included\, from Cairo through Springfield to Quincy and Chicago.  Other featured areas are Brooklyn/Freedom Village\, Miller Grove\, Rocky Fork\, Galesburg\, Mount Hope\, Jacksonville\, and New Philadelphia. \n Journey to Freedom:  Illinois’ Underground Railroad is proudly presented by The Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area\, also known as Looking for Lincoln. \nThe Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site is located at 402 South Lincoln Highway Road\, Lerna\, IL  62440.  For more information call 217-345-1845\, or visit lincolnlogcabin.org
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16357-journey-to-freedom-illinois-underground-railroad-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTSTAMP:20260403T131630
CREATED:20250827T155454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T155519Z
UID:16968-1765238400-1765324799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool STEM Squad
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThis program will run through May 2026.  If someone misses a session\, that’s no problem\, as participants can register for another date.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16968-homeschool-stem-squad-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTSTAMP:20260403T131630
CREATED:20251029T194424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T194424Z
UID:21855-1765238400-1765324799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:FISH Christmas Store Set-Up\, Delivery\, and Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/21855-fish-christmas-store-set-up-delivery-and-distribution-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTSTAMP:20260403T131630
CREATED:20251202T140246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T195157Z
UID:24144-1765238400-1765324799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Tuesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nCharleston at Effingham\, 5:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at St. Anthony\, 6 p.m. \nAltamont at Newton\, 6 p.m. \nCasey-Westfield at Cumberland\, 7:30 p.m. \nNeoga at Dieterich\, 5 p.m. \nSouth Central at Vandalia\, 6 p.m. \nTeutopolis at Paris\, 6 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Arcola\, 6 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nNeoga vs. Tri-County at Lake Land College\, 6 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Arcola\, 6 p.m. \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nBoys Basketball \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at St. Anthony\, 5 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nRichland County\, Olney at Altamont\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nNational Trail Conference Seventh-Grade Tournament \nGame 12 — Windsor vs. Cumberland\, 5:30 p.m. \nGame 13 — Altamont vs. Sigel St. Michael\, 6:45 p.m. \nGame 14 — St. Elmo/Brownstown vs. Stewardson-Strasburg\, 8 p.m. \nCharleston at Jasper County\, 6 p.m. \nNeoga at Martinsville\, 6 p.m. \nRichland County\, Olney at Teutopolis\, 6 p.m. \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nUniversity of Illinois at Ohio State\, 6:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24144-tuesdays-schedule-39/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTSTAMP:20260403T131630
CREATED:20251208T205145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T205256Z
UID:24641-1765238400-1765324799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Shumway Senior Citizens Lunch
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Shumway Senior Citizens will have their monthly lunch at the Shumway Kluthe Center at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday\, December 9. \nThis is the rescheduled date from the weather-postponed monthly lunch last Tuesday.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24641-shumway-senior-citizens-lunch/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTSTAMP:20260403T131630
CREATED:20251208T211712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T211712Z
UID:24652-1765238400-1765324799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries December Dates
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries December Dates: \nTuesday\, December 2nd\, from 4 – 6pm\, Shumway \nTuesday\, December 9th\, from 4 – 6pm\, Shumway.  This is also the informational meeting for EFM’s latest project:  Ezra’s Place \nWednesday\, December 10th\, noon – 2pm\, Shumway \nSaturday\, December 13th\, 9am – noon\, Mason \nWednesday\, December 17th\, noon – 2pm\, Shumway \nFriday\, December 19th\, Deadline at midnight for Locker Blessing Registration\nSaturday\, December 27th\, 8am – 3pm\, Shumway (Locker Blessings) \nPlease call 217-868-5293 or 217-240-0059 to sign up\, or go to our website and book your own date & time:  www.my-christian-space.com then select either Shumway or Mason. \nShumway location is at (old grade school) 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nMason location is at 861 E. Washington Street\, Mason (Mason Civic Center)
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24652-enduring-freedom-ministries-december-dates/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251211
DTSTAMP:20260403T131630
CREATED:20251029T194455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T194455Z
UID:21857-1765324800-1765411199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:FISH Christmas Store Set-Up\, Delivery\, and Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/21857-fish-christmas-store-set-up-delivery-and-distribution-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251211
DTSTAMP:20260403T131630
CREATED:20251202T140516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T123129Z
UID:24146-1765324800-1765411199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Wednesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown at North Clay\, 5 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 6 p.m. \nWrestling \nRobinson at Effingham\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nGirls Basketball \nClass 8-1A Jerseyville Francis Sectional \nGame 1 – Sigel St. Michael vs. Carrollton St. John\, 6 p.m. \nClass 8-2A North Clay Sectional \nGame 1 – St. Anthony vs. Dieterich\, 6 p.m. \nClass 8-3A Teutopolis Sectional \nGame 1 – Sullivan vs. Lawrenceville Parkview\, 6 p.m. \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nEastern Kentucky at Eastern Illinois University\, 7 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24146-wednesdays-schedule-40/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251211
DTSTAMP:20260403T131630
CREATED:20251204T164704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T164930Z
UID:24371-1765324800-1765411199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Calvary Baptist Church Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:PrintCalvary Baptist Church Food Pantry will be taking orders for food bags on Monday\, December 8th\, from 4:00 – 5:30.  Call 217-342-6671 to place order. \nDrive-up pickup is Wednesday\, December 10th\, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm. \nAll needing food assistance are encouraged to call 217-342-6671
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24371-calvary-baptist-church-food-pantry/
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