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SUMMARY:Monday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nGirls Basketball \nNorth Clay at St. Anthony\, 6 p.m. \nAltamont vs. Neoga at Lake Land College\, 6 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Brownstown/St. Elmo\, 6:15 p.m. \nSouth Central at Cumberland\, 6 p.m. \nDieterich at Robinson\, 6 p.m. \nPana at Newton\, 5:30 p.m. \nRamsey at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 6 p.m. \nBreese Mater Dei at Teutopolis\, 6 p.m. \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nBoys Basketball \nEffingham at Marshall\, 6 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nTeutopolis at Breese Mater Dei\, 5 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nClass 8-1A Sigel St. Michael Sectional \nEffingham  Sacred Heart vs. Carrollton St. John\, 6 p.m. \nClass 8-2A North Clay Sectional \nStewardson-Strasburg vs. Casey-Westfield\, 6 p.m. \nClass 8-3A Paris Mayo Sectional \nTeutopolis vs. Monticello\,  6 p.m. \nVolleyball \nEffingham at Mahomet-Seymour\, 4:30 p.m. \nEffingham Sacred Heart at Dieterich (TIMES CHANGED 3:45 P.M. EIGHTH-GRADE\, SEVENTH-GRADE TO FOLLOW) \nNeoga at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4:15 p.m. \nCumberland at Charleston\, 4:30 p.m. \nJasper County at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nAltamont at Stewardson Trinity Lutheran\, 4:15 p.m. \nNorth Clay at St. Peter Lutheran\, 6 p.m. \nSigel St. Michael at South Central\, 4:30 p.m. \nWindsor at Stewardson-Strasburg\, 6 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29077-mondays-schedule-46/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260204
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SUMMARY:Emancipation Proclamation On Display
DESCRIPTION:PrintA copy of the Emancipation Proclamation signed by Abraham Lincoln is now on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum\, giving the public a rare chance to see the historic document. \nLincoln’s proclamation ordered an end to slavery in Southern states that took up arms against the United States during the Civil War\, which included more than three-fourths of the nation’s enslaved African Americans.  U.S. soldiers carried palm-sized copies of the Emancipation Proclamation on their march across the South to help spread the word of freedom. \nThe Emancipation Proclamation will be visible through February 3\, when it will be replaced by the only photo of Lincoln lying in state after his assassination. \n“This document and Lincoln’s signature provide a concrete connection to an incredible moment – the beginning of the end of slavery in America\,” said Christina Shutt\, executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. “We are proud to give our visitors an additional chance to see it for themselves and to reflect on what it took to free four million Americans from enslavement.” \nTypically\, the ALPLM displays the proclamation during a brief window around Juneteenth\, the holiday celebrating the end of slavery in America.  But a new display case using cutting-edge technology now allows the ALPLM to display rare documents much longer while still minimizing the amount of harmful light they receive. \nThe ALPLM’s copy of the proclamation is one of about two dozen remaining.  It is signed by both Lincoln and Secretary of State William Seward.  These copies were made and then signed by Lincoln so they could be sold to raise money for the care of sick and wounded soldiers. \nFor more information\, visit www.PresidentLincoln.illinois.gov.  You can follow the ALPLM on Facebook\, X/Twitter and Instagram.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26065-26065/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260204
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SUMMARY:Bald Eagle Days at Pere Marquette State Park
DESCRIPTION:PrintHave you ever seen America’s national bird\, the bald eagle?  Soaring on a 6 to 7 1/2 foot wing-span\, eagles are magnificent!  It is not necessary to travel all the way to Canada to see these fabulous creatures.  Pere Marquette State Park is fortunate to play host to the winter season visitors.  Eagles may be spotted in the trees along the Illinois River from now through March. \nPere Marquette State Park will be presenting informative programs about bald eagles this winter.  Visitors will learn to distinguish between immature and mature bald eagles\, what eagles eat\, why they spend winter months in the area\, and much more.  All programs will begin at the park’s visitor center at 8:30 A.M. (Reservations Required)  There will be a video presentation and program followed by an observational drive to view the wintering bald eagles.  Please be sure to dress warmly\, have a full tank of gas\, and bring binoculars! \n* Programs are from 8:30 AM until 4:00 PM at the Pere Marquette Park Visitor’s Center \n* Wear warm clothes\, water/mud resistant shoes\, and don’t forget your binoculars and camera! \n* Reservations are required – call 618-786-3323 ext. 1 to reserve your spot! \nBald Eagle Days Tour Schedule: \nFriday\, January 30\nMonday\, February 2\nTuesday\, February 3\nWednesday\, February 4\nWednesday\, February 18\nThursday\, February 19\nFriday\, February 20\nWednesday\, February 25\nThursday\, February 26\nFriday\, February 27\nFriday\, March 6 \nPere Marquette State Park is located at 13112 Visitor Center Lane\, Grafton\, Illinois  62037.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27119-27119/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Tuesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nSt. Anthony at Casey-Westfield\, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) \nMount Zion at Effingham\, 5:30 p.m. \nFlora at Altamont\, 5 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Mulberry Grove\, 6 p.m. \nSouth Central at Cumberland\, 6 p.m. \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown at Dieterich\, 5 p.m. \nNeoga at North Clay\, 5 p.m. \nTeutopolis at Newton\, 6 p.m. \nPana at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 5 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nMount Zion at Effingham\, 5:30 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Sandoval\, 6 p.m. \nDieterich at Oblong\, 6 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Macon Meridian\, 6 p.m. \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nGirls Basketball \nSalem at Teutopolis\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nVolleyball \nSt. Anthony at North Clay\, 5 p.m. \nWindsor at Effingham Sacred Heart\, 4:30 p.m. \nAltamont at Dieterich\, 4:15 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at St. Elmo/Brownstown\, 4:15 p.m. \nCumberland at Jasper County\, 4:30 p.m. \nParis Crestwood at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nCharleston at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29079-tuesdays-schedule-47/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTSTAMP:20260403T162110
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SUMMARY:Bald Eagle Days at Pere Marquette State Park
DESCRIPTION:PrintHave you ever seen America’s national bird\, the bald eagle?  Soaring on a 6 to 7 1/2 foot wing-span\, eagles are magnificent!  It is not necessary to travel all the way to Canada to see these fabulous creatures.  Pere Marquette State Park is fortunate to play host to the winter season visitors.  Eagles may be spotted in the trees along the Illinois River from now through March. \nPere Marquette State Park will be presenting informative programs about bald eagles this winter.  Visitors will learn to distinguish between immature and mature bald eagles\, what eagles eat\, why they spend winter months in the area\, and much more.  All programs will begin at the park’s visitor center at 8:30 A.M. (Reservations Required)  There will be a video presentation and program followed by an observational drive to view the wintering bald eagles.  Please be sure to dress warmly\, have a full tank of gas\, and bring binoculars! \n* Programs are from 8:30 AM until 4:00 PM at the Pere Marquette Park Visitor’s Center \n* Wear warm clothes\, water/mud resistant shoes\, and don’t forget your binoculars and camera! \n* Reservations are required – call 618-786-3323 ext. 1 to reserve your spot! \nBald Eagle Days Tour Schedule: \nFriday\, January 30\nMonday\, February 2\nTuesday\, February 3\nWednesday\, February 4\nWednesday\, February 18\nThursday\, February 19\nFriday\, February 20\nWednesday\, February 25\nThursday\, February 26\nFriday\, February 27\nFriday\, March 6 \nPere Marquette State Park is located at 13112 Visitor Center Lane\, Grafton\, Illinois  62037.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27121-27121/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTSTAMP:20260403T162110
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SUMMARY:Annual Tree Sale
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe public can call the Effingham County SWCD office to have an order form emailed or mailed to them.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27374-27374/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260205
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SUMMARY:Wednesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintVARSITY \nGirls Basketball \nSouth Central at St. Anthony\, 6 p.m. (varsity only) \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nNorthwestern at University of Illinois\, 8 p.m. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29082-wednesdays-schedule-48/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260205
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SUMMARY:Open House at St. Anthony Grade School
DESCRIPTION:Print \nVisit the St. Anthony Grade School’s Open House on Wednesday\, February 4th from 4:30-7:00pm to discover what makes the school special!  Tour the building\, meet Principal Rincker\, and learn about the preschool through 8th grade programs\, faith-based curriculum\, and after-school care. \nNo RSVP required—just stop by! \nCan’t make the Open House?  No problem – call 217-347-0419 to schedule a private tour!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29335-open-house-at-st-anthony-grade-school/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Freshmen/Parent Orientation at EHS
DESCRIPTION:PrintAs Effingham High School prepares for the 2026-2027 school year\, the school has scheduled its Orientation.  The 8th grade Effingham Junior High students will make a morning visit to the school on Wednesday\, February 4th to get information regarding their first year of high school including registering for classes.  Any 8th grade student in the area interested in attending EHS in the fall may also make arrangements to attend this meeting by calling EHS Student Services at 217-540-1152. \nParents of 8th grade students are invited for their portion of the orientation on Wednesday\, February 4th at 7:00 PM in the Hearts Rock Café at the high school.  This includes parents of students from Effingham Junior High or any area school or home school.  It is highly encouraged for parents to attend this meeting.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29497-freshmen-parent-orientation-at-ehs/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20260403T162110
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SUMMARY:Energy Assistance Program Starts
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is now available for income qualified households. \nThe CEFS Economic Opportunity Corporation\, as administrator of the Energy Assistance Program in Christian\, Clay\, Effingham\, Fayette\, Montgomery\, Moultrie\, and Shelby counties\, is pleased to announce that funds are available to assist income-eligible households with their natural gas\, propane and/or electric bills and furnace assistance for inoperable heating systems. \nApplications will be taken on a first-come\, first-served basis\, now through August 15\, 2026\, or until funding is exhausted.  Households that receive a one-time benefit may return during the program year for a Reconnection Assistance or Furnace Assistance benefit(s)\, if needed. \nThe program has expanded eligibility this year.  Households must be at or below 60% of the state median income to receive a benefit from LIHEAP.  The 30-day income guidelines for LIHEAP are based on State Median Income\, Federal Poverty Guidelines\, and the number of people living in the household.  The income guidelines are as follows: 1 – $3\,332; 2 – $4\,357; 3 – $5\,382; 4 – $6\,407. Go to www.cefseoc.org or www.liheapillinois.com to know income limits for households with 5 members and more. \nTo apply\, the following documentation is required: \n1.  Proof of gross income from all household members for the prior 30-day period beginning with the date of application.\n2.  For all customers new to LIHEAP\, and/or for new household members of previous customers\, proof of Social Security numbers (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) for all household members.  Individuals without an SSN or ITIN can still apply and CEFS will advise accordingly.\n3.  A copy of current heat and electric bills issued within the last 30 days.\n4.  Cash assistance is available for renters who can provide a copy of their lease/rental agreement showing their heating costs are included in the rent.\n5.  Other documents may be needed based on your household situation.  If you have questions regarding this\, please call our office. \nAppointments can be made by contacting the CEFS Effingham County Outreach office at 1010 W. Jefferson St. Effingham\, phone 217-347-7514 Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nIn order that no one is denied the opportunity to make an application we will continue to take applications in person or by phone.  Required documentation can be submitted in-person\, mail or electronically.  If you require any special accommodation\, please contact the local CEFS Outreach office in your county to arrange. \nIncome eligible LIHEAP customers of Ameren Illinois will continue to receive a monthly discount on their natural gas bill through the Low-Income Discount Rates.  Visit liheapillinois.com or www.cefseoc.org to know more details.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/21447-21447/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Free Developmental Screenings / Preschool Round-Up In Altamont
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Altamont School District and the Project HELP Preschool program will be offering free developmental screenings to provide parents an opportunity to discover how their Two to Five Year-Old children are developing in the areas of speech\, language concepts\, and motor skills.  Vision and hearing screenings will also be provided\, free of charge! \nNOW is the time to start thinking about PRESCHOOL for the upcoming school year for your child!  To find out what preschool options are available in your community\, please schedule an appointment to have your child screened. \nWhen: \nThursday\, February 5th (9am to 3pm)\nFriday\, February 6th (9am to 12pm) \nWhere: \nAltamont Christian Church \n1351 South Main Street \nAltamont\, IL  62411 \nFor an appointment\, please call Leslie Wendling at 618-483-5171 or stop by Altamont Grade School and pick up a registration form.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26171-free-developmental-screenings-preschool-round-up-in-altamont/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20260403T162110
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T160521Z
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SUMMARY:Free Yoga Class and Breast Cancer Education
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThe Effingham County Health Department and Flying Buddha Fitness are hosting a Free Yoga Class at the Wright Family Center\, 6:30 p.m. on Thursday\, February 5th. \nVicki Funneman of Flying Buddha Fitness\, a certified yoga instructor\, will lead participants through easy yoga movements suitable for beginners.  Participants are encouraged to wear clothing that they can move easily in and to bring a yoga mat\, if they have access to one. \nCatherine Bailey from the Effingham County Health Department will provide an introduction to breast cancer risk reduction. \nRegistration is required due to limited space.  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-yoga-class-with-breast-cancer-awareness-tickets-1980134158572 \nThe event is funded by a Carolyn Adams Ticket for the Cure – Community Outreach Grant from the Illinois Department of Public Health\, which supports expanded outreach and education on breast cancer prevention\, screening\, and support services in Effingham County.  Door Prizes and Quiz Prizes are sponsored by the Prevent Cancer Foundation. \nMore information is available by calling Catherine Bailey\, at the Effingham County Health Department\, 217-342-9237. \nBring your mat\, wear comfy clothes\, and get ready to breathe deep and feel great.  Don’t miss out on some good vibes and movement!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28923-free-yoga-class-and-breast-cancer-education/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
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SUMMARY:Thursday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nMarion at Effingham\, 5:30 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at St. Anthony\, 6 p.m. (KJ COUNTRY 102.3 AS EARLY AT 6:30 P.M.) \nAltamont at Teutopolis\, 6 p.m. \nNokomis at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 6 p.m. \nNeoga at Dieterich\, 6 p.m. \nCasey-Westfield at Newton\, 6 p.m. \nSouth Central at Wayne City\, 6 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at North Clay\, 6 p.m. \nWrestling \nDual Team Wrestling Sectional\, TBA \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nBoys Basketball \nNeoga Tournament \nGame 1 — Altamont vs. Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 6 p.m. \nGame 2 — Neoga vs. Cumberland\, 7:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nClass 7-2A State Tournament \nAt Macon Meridian High School \nGame 7 – Dwight vs. Normal Epiphany 6 p.m. (third place) \nGame 8 – Effingham St. Anthony vs. Winchester\, 7:30 p.m. (championship) \nClass 7-3A State Tournament \nAt El Paso-Gridley High School \nGame 7 — Clinton vs. LaSalle Lincoln\, 6 p.m. (third place) \nGame 8 — Teutopolis vs. Lisle\, 7:30 p.m. (championship) \nVolleyball \nEffingham at Dieterich\, 4:15 p.m. \nJasper County at St. Anthony HAS BEEN CANCELED \nEffingham Sacred Heart at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Altamont\, 4:15 p.m. \nStewardson-Strasburg at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 4:15 p.m. \nMattoon at Sigel St. Michael\, 6 p.m. \nWindsor at St. John’s Lutheran\, 4:30 p.m. \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nEastern Illinois University at Tennessee State\, 7:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29085-thursdays-schedule-47/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in February
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in February: \n2/5\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Hall\, Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n2/6\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/10\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/12\, Thursday\, EIU Student Union Ballroom\, Charleston\, Noon – 4:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Apostolic Center Church\, Mattoon\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/13\, Friday\, Oblong Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM \n2/16\, Monday\, Home Church\, Charleston\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/16\, Monday\, St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/17\, Tuesday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/17\, Tuesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/20\, Friday\, Altamont High School\, 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/23\, Monday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/24\, Tuesday\, St Michael Church – Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/26\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \nCome give blood through February 28\, for a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.  See rcblood.org/heart \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29648-red-cross-blood-drives-in-february/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260207
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SUMMARY:Free Developmental Screenings / Preschool Round-Up In Altamont
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Altamont School District and the Project HELP Preschool program will be offering free developmental screenings to provide parents an opportunity to discover how their Two to Five Year-Old children are developing in the areas of speech\, language concepts\, and motor skills.  Vision and hearing screenings will also be provided\, free of charge! \nNOW is the time to start thinking about PRESCHOOL for the upcoming school year for your child!  To find out what preschool options are available in your community\, please schedule an appointment to have your child screened. \nWhen: \nThursday\, February 5th (9am to 3pm)\nFriday\, February 6th (9am to 12pm) \nWhere: \nAltamont Christian Church \n1351 South Main Street \nAltamont\, IL  62411 \nFor an appointment\, please call Leslie Wendling at 618-483-5171 or stop by Altamont Grade School and pick up a registration form.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26176-free-developmental-screenings-preschool-round-up-in-altamont-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTSTAMP:20260403T162110
CREATED:20260119T153720Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz Festival at EIU with John Clayton
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe 66th Annual Jazz Festival at Eastern Illinois University is where you can see John Clayton\, the Grammy-winning bassist\, composer\, arranger\, and producer.  Clayton has worked with countless artists\, including arranging Whitney Houston’s rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner” at the 1990 Super Bowl performance.  Clayton’s performance will be on Friday\, February 6\, at 7:30 p.m. in the Dvorak Concert Hall. \nIn addition to winning a Grammy\, he’s been nominated nine times\, and has written and/or recorded with artists such as Milt Jackson\, Diana Krall\, Paul McCartney\, Regina Carter\, Dee Dee Bridgewater\, Gladys Knight\, Queen Latifah\, McCoy Tyner\, Yo Yo Ma\, and Charles Aznavour\, to name a few. \nJohn was the principal bassist in the Amsterdam Philharmonic Orchestra from 1980-1984.  In 1986\, John co-founded the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra and rekindled The Clayton Brothers Quintet.  In addition to his individual clinics and workshops\, he also directs the educational components of Centrum\, The Port Townsend Jazz Festival\, and the Vail Jazz Workshop. \nJohn feels\, “I’ve been guided by a village of musicians who helped me understand the humility that goes along with playing music at the highest level you can.  Ray Brown used to tell me to ‘Learn how to play the bass!!’  Just take care of the music and it will take care of you.” \nTickets: $25/$20/$15/$10 for festival attendees. \nTo check ticket availability\, visit:  https://www.eiu.edu/doudnatix/
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28024-jazz-festival-at-eiu-with-john-clayton/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:29087-1770336000-1770422399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Friday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nTeutopolis at St. Anthony\, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) \nAltamont at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 6 p.m. \nDieterich at North Clay\, 5 p.m. \nNeoga at Patoka\, 6 p.m. \nNewton at Marshall\, 5 p.m. \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown at South Central\, 6:15 p.m. \nMulberry Grove at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 6 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nMahomet-Seymour at Effingham\, 6 p.m. \nTeutopolis vs. Bloomington Central Catholic at Parkland College\, 6:30 p.m. \nWrestling \nGirls Regionals\, TBA \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nVolleyball \nCumberland at Palestine/Hutsonville\, 4:30 p.m. \nTeutopolis at St. Elmo/Brownstown\, 4:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29087-fridays-schedule-48/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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UID:29313-1770336000-1770422399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:‘Cram the Cars’ for Catholic Charities Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:Print \nIn recognition of February being National Canned Food Month\, HSHS Home Care is teaming up with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota\, Roy Schmidt Honda\, Northside Ford-Lincoln\, Goeckner Bros. Inc. – Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram\, and Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. in Effingham to “Cram the Car” with nonperishable food items\, hygiene products\, and monetary donations for Catholic Charities’ food pantry. \nDonations for the annual event will be accepted the entire month of February.  On March 1\, HSHS Home Care staff will cram their cars with donated items before delivering them to Catholic Charities. The regional Catholic Charities’ office serves Clark\, Crawford\, Cumberland\, Effingham\, Fayette\, Jasper and Shelby counties. \n“Cram the Car inspires me every year when I see how our neighbors\, friends and colleagues come together to care for the community\,” said Valerie Engelbart\, Volunteer/Bereavement Services Supervisor for HSHS Home Care.  “It’s a privilege to deliver their generous donations. Let’s see how many cars we can fill!” \nSuggested items for donations include the following: \n• Boxed meals (Hamburger Helper\, Rice-a-Roni)\n• Pancake mix and syrup\n• Jelly\n• Pasta sauce\n• Cereal\n• Granola\n• Sugar-free canned fruit\n• Low-salt canned vegetables\n• Large boxes of oatmeal\n• Soap\n• Shampoo\n• Feminine products\n• Razors \nDonors are urged to check expiration dates. \nItems or monetary contributions may be dropped off at any of these locations: \n•  HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital front lobby or pre-surgical entrance – Weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \n•  At one of these locations during business hours: \n− Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota – 2400 S. Banker St.\, Effingham\n− Roy Schmidt Honda – 1705 W. Fayette Ave.\, Effingham\n− Northside Ford-Lincoln – 1312 N. Keller Dr.\, Effingham\n− Goeckner Bros. Inc. – Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram – 600 E. Fayette Ave.\, Effingham\n− Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. – 2309 S. Banker St.\, Effingham \nLearn more at HSHS Home Care’s Cram the Car website\, or by contacting Engelbart at 217-685-0702 or Valerie.Engelbart@hshs.org. \nHSHS Home Care staff help patients maintain an independent lifestyle by offering in-home services such as physical\, occupational and speech-language therapy; wound care; cardiac rehabilitation; stroke care; pain management; hospice and palliative care; fall risk assessment; and pediatric care.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29313-29313/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:29660-1770336000-1770422399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in February
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in February: \n2/5\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Hall\, Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n2/6\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/10\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/12\, Thursday\, EIU Student Union Ballroom\, Charleston\, Noon – 4:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Apostolic Center Church\, Mattoon\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/13\, Friday\, Oblong Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM \n2/16\, Monday\, Home Church\, Charleston\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/16\, Monday\, St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/17\, Tuesday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/17\, Tuesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/20\, Friday\, Altamont High School\, 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/23\, Monday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/24\, Tuesday\, St Michael Church – Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/26\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \nCome give blood through February 28\, for a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.  See rcblood.org/heart \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29660-29660/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260208
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CREATED:20260120T163916Z
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UID:28165-1770422400-1770508799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Celebrate Lincoln's Birthday and America's 250th Birthday in Vandalia
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site will celebrate President Abraham Lincoln’s birthday with a free public event from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday\, February 7\, in the House of Representatives chamber where Lincoln once served.  Join us for a special afternoon of history\, music\, and community as we also kick off America’s 250th Birthday (the Semiquincentennial) at the Vandalia Statehouse\, located at 315 West Gallatin Street. \nFritz Klein\, as Abraham Lincoln\, will bring history to life\, sharing Lincoln’s perspectives on America’s 250th Birthday\, the movement of the Illinois State Capital\, and slavery — all in the very place where Lincoln once served.  Klein\, a professional actor and speaker\, is known for his historically accurate and compelling portrayal of Lincoln.  He bears a striking physical resemblance to the former president and has appeared in documentaries and films for National Geographic\, Discovery Channel and the History Channel. \nIn addition\, there will be remarks from Vandalia Mayor Doug Knebel\, and you can enjoy patriotic music performed by Vandalia High School students \nThere will also be opportunities for photographs & autographs\, and birthday cake and cookies will be served\, in honor of Lincoln. \nThis family-friendly event is a collaboration between the Vandalia Statehouse\, IDNR\, City of Vandalia\, Vandalia Tourism Commission\, and the Old Capitol Foundation. \nBring your family\, invite a friend\, and help us celebrate Lincoln\, history\, and the next 250 years of America — Vandalia style! \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28165-celebrate-lincolns-birthday-and-americas-250th-birthday-in-vandalia/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:28937-1770422400-1770508799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:We Are Smarter Than 5th Grader Trivia for F.A.C.E.
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28937-we-are-smarter-than-5th-grader-trivia-for-f-a-c-e/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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CREATED:20260128T202351Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nAltamont at East Alton-Wood River\, TBA \nNewton at Cumberland\, 1 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Patoka\, 6:15 p.m. \nRobinson at Teutopolis\, 1 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nNewton at Cumberland\, 2:30 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Wayne City\, 2 p.m. \nFRESHMEN/SOPHOMORE \nBoys Basketball \nNeoga Freshman/Sophomore Tournament \nGame 3 — Teutopolis vs. Winner Game 1\, 10 a.m. \nGame 4 — St. Anthony vs. Winner Game 2\, 11:30 a.m. \nGame 5 — Winner Game 3 vs. Winner Game 4\, 1 p.m. (championship) \nHillsboro Freshman Tournament \nSession 1: 9 a.m. \nHillsboro vs. Vandalia (Main) \nGreenville vs. Taylorville (Secondary) \nSession 2: 10:15 a.m. \nMarquette vs. Vandalia (Main) \nEffingham vs. Taylorville (Secondary) \nSession 3: 11:30 a.m. \nHillsboro vs. Marquette (Main) \nGreenville vs. Effingham (Secondary) \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at St. Elmo/Brownstown Tournament\, TBA \nGirls Basketball \nEffingham at Teutopolis\, 9 a.m. \nDieterich at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg JV Tournament\, TBA \nNorth Clay at St. Elmo/Brownstown Freshman/Sophomore Tournament\, TBA \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nClass 8-2A State Tournament \nAt Kankakee Bishop McNamara \nGame 1 — McNabb Putnam County vs. Carthage\, 10 a.m. \nGame 2 — East St. Louis Younge vs. Stewardson-Strasburg\, 11:30 a.m. \nGame 3 — Normal Metcalf vs. Decatur Robertson\, 1 p.m. \nGame 4– Morton Grove MCC vs. Green Valley Midwest  Central\, 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. \nVolleyball \nNorth Clay\, Sigel St. Michael\, Teutopolis at St. Anthony Seventh-Grade Tournament\, 8 a.m. \nEffingham at Albion Tournament\, TBA \nAltamont at Greenville Seventh-Grade Tournament\, TBA \nCumberland at Paris Mayo\, 10 a.m. \nSt. Elmo/Brownstown at Vandalia Eighth-Grade Tournament\, TBA \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, St. Elmo/Brownstown at Pana Seventh-Grade Tournament\, TBA \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nUniversity of Illinois at Michigan State\, 7 p.m. \nEastern Illinois University at Tennessee Tech\, 3 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29089-saturdays-schedule-46/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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CREATED:20260129T153406Z
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UID:29158-1770422400-1770508799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:B and B Sale (Book and Bake)
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29158-b-and-b-sale-book-and-bake/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Cookie Decorating Workshop
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site is hosting a Cookie Decorating Workshop with a Valentine’s Day Theme.  Join Rebecca Clark\, The Nerdy Baker\, at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday\, February 7th for this hands-on\, guided cookie decorating workshop!  Piping bags\, icing\, and a cookie scribe are all provided\, and by the end of the day\, participants will take home an assortment of 4-6 decorated cookies! \nRegistration in advance is required\, and seats are limited in the Visitor Center Basement!  Register at this online link:  https://cts.vresp.com/c/?LincolnLogCabinFound/e18af6b914/3b3f7017d1/bf8c2841c6/path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F31767 \nThe $45 registration fee includes light refreshments and all materials.  You may also purchase an additional “take home” decorating kit for $18\, which includes the same tools and materials used in class\, plus an additional set of pre-baked cookies ready to take home and decorate at your own pace. \nThe Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site is located at 402 South Lincoln Highway Road near Lerna.  To contact them\, call 217-345-1845. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29504-valentines-cookie-decorating-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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CREATED:20260204T223149Z
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UID:29850-1770422400-1770508799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Music and Food at Mason
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29850-music-and-food-at-mason-8/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTSTAMP:20260403T162110
CREATED:20260128T202501Z
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UID:29091-1770508800-1770595199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Sunday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintNATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE \nSuper Bowl \nAt San Francisco Bay Area \nSeattle vs. New England\, 5:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29091-sundays-schedule-47/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTSTAMP:20260403T162110
CREATED:20260129T153512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153637Z
UID:29162-1770508800-1770595199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:B and B Sale (Book and Bake)
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29162-b-and-b-sale-book-and-bake-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260210
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CREATED:20260106T214148Z
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UID:26854-1770595200-1770681599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Angeled Kids Foster Closet & Resale
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26854-angeled-kids-foster-closet-resale-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260210
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CREATED:20260107T162403Z
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UID:26929-1770595200-1770681599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer Walkers/Visitors at Memory Care Facility
DESCRIPTION:PrintVolunteers are needed to walk with\, or even just visit with\, residents at Willowbrook Memory Care Facility in Effingham\, on weekends. \nIf interested\, call Molly Fearday at 217-994-3364.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26929-26929/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260210
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CREATED:20260113T162023Z
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UID:27352-1770595200-1770681599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:CASA Volunteers Needed
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe start of a new year often comes with a list of resolutions.  New Year’s resolutions are different for everyone\, but one of the most common is to live a healthier lifestyle.  If you’re hoping to improve your physical and mental health\, there’s one option that often gets overlooked and benefits others:  volunteering. \nVolunteering and helping others has been found to benefit both physical and mental health\, and there are a variety of options in our community.  If you’re looking for a new way to make changes in your life and in the lives of others\, consider resolving to help children and families in the child welfare system by volunteering with CASA for Kids. \nAs of January\, 682 children are currently in the child welfare system in CASA for Kid’s service area\, including Clay\, Clinton\, Edwards\, Effingham\, Fayette\, Franklin\, Jasper\, Hamilton\, Marion\, Wayne\, and White Counties.  These children have been removed from their homes and placed in foster care\, sometimes far away from their families and communities.  They need a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer to stand by their side and advocate for them. \n“Children in foster care are often separated from their families\, siblings\, friends and other loved ones\, and placed in an unfamiliar setting far away from everything they know\,” said Zoe Bridges\, Volunteer Outreach Coordinator of CASA for Kids.  “CASA volunteers stand with them during this uncertain time\, providing a consistent presence and speaking up for their best interest in court\, school and other settings.” \nCASA volunteers are everyday members of the community who are recruited\, screened and trained to advocate for a child or sibling group in foster care.  They get to know the child on an individual level so that they can make sure their physical\, emotional and educational needs are met. \nThey also get to know the child’s parents\, family\, foster parents and other important people in their life\, with the goal of working towards reunifying the child with their parents whenever safe and possible. They help make sure children have a support system of family and other reliable\, committed adults who can help them both during and after their time in foster care. \nCASA for Kids served 506 children in 2025 with the help of 95 CASA volunteers.  CASA is always seeking more community members to step up and advocate. \n“Volunteering with CASA is an opportunity unlike any other\,” said Bridges.  “It’s a unique chance to make a true\, positive difference for a young person and their family.  We need more members of the community to join the CASA movement so that we can serve 100% of children in foster care in our communities.” \nIn the New Year\, consider becoming a CASA volunteer and make an impact in a child’s life\, and your own.  Every child has a chance – it’s you. \nIf you’d like to find out more about becoming a CASA volunteer or other ways to get involved\, visit casa4change.org or email zbridges@casa4change.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27352-27352/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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