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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
CREATED:20251229T163605Z
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UID:26176-1770336000-1770422399@www.thexradio.com
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:20260403T174049
CREATED:20260119T153720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T160246Z
UID:28024-1770336000-1770422399@www.thexradio.com
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
CREATED:20260130T154224Z
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SUMMARY:‘Cram the Cars’ for Catholic Charities Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:Print \nIn recognition of February being National Canned Food Month\, HSHS Home Care is teaming up with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota\, Roy Schmidt Honda\, Northside Ford-Lincoln\, Goeckner Bros. Inc. – Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram\, and Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. in Effingham to “Cram the Car” with nonperishable food items\, hygiene products\, and monetary donations for Catholic Charities’ food pantry. \nDonations for the annual event will be accepted the entire month of February.  On March 1\, HSHS Home Care staff will cram their cars with donated items before delivering them to Catholic Charities. The regional Catholic Charities’ office serves Clark\, Crawford\, Cumberland\, Effingham\, Fayette\, Jasper and Shelby counties. \n“Cram the Car inspires me every year when I see how our neighbors\, friends and colleagues come together to care for the community\,” said Valerie Engelbart\, Volunteer/Bereavement Services Supervisor for HSHS Home Care.  “It’s a privilege to deliver their generous donations. Let’s see how many cars we can fill!” \nSuggested items for donations include the following: \n• Boxed meals (Hamburger Helper\, Rice-a-Roni)\n• Pancake mix and syrup\n• Jelly\n• Pasta sauce\n• Cereal\n• Granola\n• Sugar-free canned fruit\n• Low-salt canned vegetables\n• Large boxes of oatmeal\n• Soap\n• Shampoo\n• Feminine products\n• Razors \nDonors are urged to check expiration dates. \nItems or monetary contributions may be dropped off at any of these locations: \n•  HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital front lobby or pre-surgical entrance – Weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \n•  At one of these locations during business hours: \n− Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota – 2400 S. Banker St.\, Effingham\n− Roy Schmidt Honda – 1705 W. Fayette Ave.\, Effingham\n− Northside Ford-Lincoln – 1312 N. Keller Dr.\, Effingham\n− Goeckner Bros. Inc. – Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram – 600 E. Fayette Ave.\, Effingham\n− Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. – 2309 S. Banker St.\, Effingham \nLearn more at HSHS Home Care’s Cram the Car website\, or by contacting Engelbart at 217-685-0702 or Valerie.Engelbart@hshs.org. \nHSHS Home Care staff help patients maintain an independent lifestyle by offering in-home services such as physical\, occupational and speech-language therapy; wound care; cardiac rehabilitation; stroke care; pain management; hospice and palliative care; fall risk assessment; and pediatric care.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29313-29313/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
CREATED:20260203T165556Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
CREATED:20260120T163916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T170906Z
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
CREATED:20260127T163727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T170215Z
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
CREATED:20260128T202351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T132014Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
CREATED:20260129T153406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T153440Z
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
CREATED:20260202T172212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T173221Z
UID:29504-1770422400-1770508799@www.thexradio.com
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
CREATED:20260204T223149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T223149Z
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:20260403T174049
CREATED:20260128T202501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T202501Z
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:20260403T174049
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
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
CREATED:20260106T214148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T214148Z
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
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
CREATED:20260107T162403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T151216Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
CREATED:20260113T162023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T162155Z
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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UID:29893-1770595200-1770681599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Monday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nGirls Basketball \nSt. Anthony at Cumberland\, 6 p.m. \nFather McGivney Catholic at Altamont\, 6 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Central A&M\, 6 p.m. \nNeoga at Teutopolis\, 6 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Robinson\, 6 p.m. \nOblong/Palestine/Hutsonville at Newton\, 6 p.m. \nCentralia Christ Our Rock Lutheran at South Central\, 6 p.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Shelbyville\, 6 p.m. \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nBoys \nHillsboro Freshman Tournament \nSession 4: 6 p.m. \nSecond Place Black Pool vs. Third Place Orange Pool (Main) \nSession 5: 6 p.m. \nSecond Place Orange Pool vs. Third Place Black Pool (Secondary) \nCasey-Westfield at St. Anthony\, 6 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, North Clay at St. Elmo Freshman/Sophomore Tournament\, TBA \nGirls Basketball \nEffingham at Dieterich\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nVolleyball \nJasper County at Effingham\, 3:45 p.m. \nSt. Anthony at Windsor\, 4:30 p.m. \nAltamont at Effingham Sacred Heart\, 4 p.m. \nClay City at North Clay\, 4:30 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Dieterich\, 4:15 p.m. \nSigel St. Michael at Newton St. Thomas\, 6 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29893-mondays-schedule-47/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTSTAMP:20260403T174049
CREATED:20250827T155916Z
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UID:16973-1770681600-1770767999@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/16973-homeschool-stem-squad-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
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CREATED:20260127T161524Z
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UID:28929-1770681600-1770767999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:ImpactLife Blood Drive at HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28929-impactlife-blood-drive-at-hshs-st-anthonys-memorial-hospital-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
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DTSTAMP:20260403T174050
CREATED:20260129T154057Z
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UID:29165-1770681600-1770767999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Open House at Sacred Heart School
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29165-open-house-at-sacred-heart-school/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211
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UID:29662-1770681600-1770767999@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/29662-29662/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211
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CREATED:20260204T153014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T153647Z
UID:29770-1770681600-1770767999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions in February
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries February Calendar: \nTuesday\, February 10th\,  4-6pm\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nWednesday\, February\, 11th\, noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nSaturday\, February 14th\, 9a.m.-noon\, Mason location is West Washington Street (Mason Civic Center) \nWednesday\, February\, 18th\, noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nThursday\, February 19th\, noon – 2p.m or until we run out.  We are hosting an EXTRA FREE-FOOD DISTRIBUTION DRIVE-THROUGH.  This will be held on the parking lot of the EFFINGHAM ARMORY at 1206 West Temple Avenue in Effingham. \nSaturday\, February 28th\, 8:30-noon\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nWe ask that the families call and make an appointment for our Shumway & Mason Distributions.  Call 217-240-0059 or 217-868-5293 or go to our website:  www.my-christian-space.com \nEnduring Freedom Ministries is free and for everyone!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29770-29770/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTSTAMP:20260403T174050
CREATED:20260205T140551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T144649Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nHighland at Effingham\, 6:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) \nSt. Anthony at South Central\, 6 p.m. (NO FRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE GAME) \nNeoga at Altamont\, 6 p.m. \nPatoka at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 6 p.m. \nCumberland at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 7:30 p.m. \nMartinsville at Dieterich (VARSITY ONLY)\, 7:15 p.m. \nNewton at Oblong/Palestine/Hutsonville\, 6 p.m. \nGrayville at North Clay\, 6 p.m. \nSandoval at St. Elmo/Brownstown\, 6:15 p.m. \nCasey-Westfield at Teutopolis\, 6 p.m. \nGirls Basketball \nEffingham at Taylorville\, 6 p.m. \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Paris\, 6 p.m. \nPana at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 6 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Dieterich (VARSITY ONLY)\, 6 p.m. \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nBoys Basketball \nSt. Anthony at South Central\, 5 p.m. \nHighland at Effingham\, 5 p.m. \nCumberland at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 5 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nVolleyball \nTrinity Lutheran at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. \nMattoon at St. Anthony\, 5 p.m. \nWindsor at Altamont\, 4:15 p.m. \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Ramsey\, 4:15 p.m. \nDieterich at Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Sigel St. Michael\, 6 p.m. \nTeutopolis at Richland County\, 5:45 p.m. \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nWisconsin at University of Illinois\, 7 p.m. \nEastern Illinois University at Western Illinois\, 7:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29895-tuesdays-schedule-48/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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CREATED:20260209T161333Z
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UID:30142-1770681600-1770767999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Tax Preparation with Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30142-free-tax-preparation-with-catholic-charities/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260212
DTSTAMP:20260403T174050
CREATED:20260130T154350Z
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UID:29315-1770768000-1770854399@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/29315-29315/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260212
DTSTAMP:20260403T174050
CREATED:20260203T154515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T154815Z
UID:29620-1770768000-1770854399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Food Pantry at Calvary Baptist Church
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Food Pantry at Calvary Baptist Church will be taking orders for food bags on Monday\, February 9th from 4:00-5:30.  Call 217-342-6671 to place an order. \nDrive-up pick-up is on Wednesday\, February 11th\, from 4:00-5:00. \nAll in need are welcome.  Call 217-342-6671.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29620-food-pantry-at-calvary-baptist-church-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260212
DTSTAMP:20260403T174050
CREATED:20260204T153727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T154032Z
UID:29781-1770768000-1770854399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions in February
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries February Calendar: \nTuesday\, February 10th\,  4-6pm\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nWednesday\, February\, 11th\, noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nSaturday\, February 14th\, 9a.m.-noon\, Mason location is West Washington Street (Mason Civic Center) \nWednesday\, February\, 18th\, noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nThursday\, February 19th\, noon – 2p.m or until we run out.  We are hosting an EXTRA FREE-FOOD DISTRIBUTION DRIVE-THROUGH.  This will be held on the parking lot of the EFFINGHAM ARMORY at 1206 West Temple Avenue in Effingham. \nSaturday\, February 28th\, 8:30-noon\, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) \nWe ask that the families call and make an appointment for our Shumway & Mason Distributions.  Call 217-240-0059 or 217-868-5293 or go to our website:  www.my-christian-space.com \nEnduring Freedom Ministries is free and for everyone!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29781-29781/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTAMP:20260403T174050
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UID:29867-1770768000-1770854399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Auditions for 'Pirate Island'
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThree Chicks & a Stage will be holding auditions for their Spring Play “Pirate Island” on Wednesday and Thursday\, February 11th and 12th.  Auditions will be from 6:00pm – 8:00pm at the Effingham Elks Lodge. \nThe show will be April 17th and 18th. \nFor more info\, visit 3chicksandastage.com or call at ‪812-783-0853‬.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29867-auditions-for-pirate-island/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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