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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260410
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in April: \n4/2\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus-Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n4/7\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/7\, Tuesday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/8\, Wednesday\, Stewardson-Strasburg High School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \n4/9\, Thursday\, South Central FS\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n4/10\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/15\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/16\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n4/20\, Monday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/20\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/21\, Tuesday\, Floyd Henson Junior High School\, Flora\, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM \n4/23\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/24\, Friday\, Holy Cross Lutheran Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n4/24\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n4/28\, Tuesday\, Flora High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/29\, Wednesday\, Altamont Elementary School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nThose giving blood through April 12 will receive an exclusive American Red Cross x Life is Good t-shirt\, while they last!  Donors giving blood from April 13 – 30 will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice.  See rcblood.org/hope \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/33359-33359/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
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SUMMARY:Turkey Meal at Effingham VFW
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe VFW Auxiliary Post 1769 on Veterans Drive in Effingham are having a meal. \nDate:  Friday\, April 10\nTime:  5:00 – 6:30 p.m.\nMeal:  Turkey\, Dressing\, vegetable\, mashed potatoes/gravy\, dessert\, Coffee\, tea\, or lemonade\nCost:  $8.00\nContact person:  Chuck Meyers \, phone:  217-343-8313
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33601-turkey-meat-at-effingham-vfw/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
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SUMMARY:Friday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nBrownstown/St. Elmo at Ramsey/Mulberry Grove\, 4:30 p.m. \nCumberland at Robinson\, 4:30 p.m. \nOblong at Neoga\, 4:30 p.m. \nWest Vigo at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nNorth Clay at Lawrenceville\, 4:30 p.m. \nCarlyle at South Central\, 4:30 p.m. \nFlora at Teutopolis\, 4:30 p.m. \nCasey-Westfield at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg\, 4:30 p.m. \nSoftball \nCharleston at Effingham\, 4:30 p.m. (DH) \nNokomis at Altamont\, 4:30 p.m. \nFlora at Cumberland\, 4:30 p.m. \nSouth Central at Newton\, 4:30 p.m. \nTeutopolis at Sullivan\, 4:30 p.m. \nBoys Track \nSt. Anthony\, Newton\, Teutopolis at Olney Track Invitational\, 4 p.m. \nGirls Track \nEffingham at Triad Invitational\, 1 p.m. \nNewton\, St. Elmo/Brownstown\, Teutopolis\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Shelbyville Open\, 4 p.m. \nFRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE \nBaseball \nTeutopolis at Mount Zion\, 5 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nPittsburgh at Chicago Cubs at Tampa Bay\, 1:20 p.m. \nBoston at St. Louis Cardinals\, 7:15 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/34376-fridays-schedule-56/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260212T153606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T153620Z
UID:30495-1775865600-1775951999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Exploring Drones Workshop - Flying into the Future
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30495-exploring-drones-workshop-flying-into-the-future/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260309T160452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T162702Z
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SUMMARY:Blue4Crewe 5k Run and Walk
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe BlueforCrewe 5k is a run and walk held at Trinity Lutheran School in Stewardson\, in loving memory of Crewe Jones.  Full of energy and joy\, Crewe left a lasting impression on all who knew him\, and this race honors the spirited enthusiasm we continue to remember and cherish. \nDate:  Saturday\, April 11\nTime:  8:00 am\nCost:  $30 (includes T-shirt.)\n**Register by March 21st to be guaranteed a T-shirt. ** \nCourse:  Start/Finish at Trinity Lutheran School\, 318 East South 1st Street\, Stewardson \nProceeds from the event support improvements at Trinity Lutheran School and provide tuition assistance for families. \nTo register or if you have questions\, visit:  https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Stewardson/Blue4Crewe5k
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32516-blue4crewe-5k/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260326T150757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T150757Z
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SUMMARY:ImpactLife Blood Drive in Effingham
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33838-impactlife-blood-drive-in-effingham-11/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
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SUMMARY:Saturday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nWayne City at Brownstown/St. Elmo\, 10 a.m. \nTri-County at Neoga (DH)\, 10 a.m. \nMarshall at North Clay (DH)\, 10 a.m. \nDieterich at Pana\, 10 a.m. \nSouth Central at Casey-Westfield Round Robin\, 10 a.m. \nTeutopolis at Salem (DH)\, 10 a.m. \nSoftball \nAltamont\, Breese Central\, Woodlawn at South Central Tournament\, TBA \nCowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Centralia Christ Our Rock Lutheran\, 10 a.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Edwards County (Albion) (DH)\, 11 a.m. \nBoys Tennis \nSt. Anthony\, Newton\, Teutopolis at Mattoon Tournament\, 9 a.m. \nBoys Track \nEffingham at Belleville West Invitational\, 11 a.m. \nSt. Anthony\, Altamont\, Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Pana Invitational\, 9 a.m. \nCumberland\, Neoga at Arthur Invitational\, 10 a.m. \nGirls Track \nSt. Anthony\, Altamont\, Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Pana Invitational\, 9 a.m. \nAltamont at Pleasant Plains\, 10 a.m. \nCumberland\, Neoga at Arthur Invitational\, 10 a.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nBaseball \nWayne City at Brownstown/St. Elmo\, 10 a.m. \nMount Carmel at Newton\, 11 a.m. \nSoftball \nSt. Anthony at Newton JV Round Robin\, 9 a.m. \nTeutopolis\, Paris at Newton JV Tournament\, TBA \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nPittsburgh at Chicago Cubs at Tampa Bay\, 1:20 p.m. \nBoston at St. Louis Cardinals\, 6:15 p.m. \nNASCAR \nSciAps 300 at Bristol Motor Speedway\, 6 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/34378-saturdays-schedule-56/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260304T210648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T211001Z
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SUMMARY:Gym Bob's Jamboree Show
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Gym Bob’s Jamboree Show will be held on Sunday\, April 12th (second Sunday this month)\, beginning at 1pm! \nIt will be a great afternoon of all your favorite Classic & 90’s Country\, and 50’s and 60’s Rock-n-Roll music\, performed by the Gym Bob’s Jamboree Band and singers.  Our special guest will be Missy Dunaway of Cowden! \nThe Jamboree Show will NOT be having a show in May – and then will pick back up on the first Sunday in June and continue the first Sunday of the month throughout December.  The show is 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/32233-gym-bobs-jamboree-show-12/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260403T132748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T132748Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBaseball \nNeoga vs. Earlville at Dozer Park Peoria\, TBA \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nPittsburgh at Chicago Cubs at Tampa Bay\, 1:20 p.m. \nBoston at St. Louis Cardinals\, 1:15 p.m. \nNASCAR \nFood City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway\, 1 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/34380-sundays-schedule-56/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20250827T160746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T160746Z
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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/16977-homeschool-stem-squad-8/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260316T193831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T194010Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Safety Session
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33026-digital-safety-session/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260318T195335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T195522Z
UID:33231-1776124800-1776211199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Dog Obedience Classes in Altamont
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33231-dog-obedience-classes-in-altamont/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260320T160005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T160600Z
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in April: \n4/2\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus-Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n4/7\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/7\, Tuesday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/8\, Wednesday\, Stewardson-Strasburg High School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \n4/9\, Thursday\, South Central FS\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n4/10\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/15\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/16\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n4/20\, Monday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/20\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/21\, Tuesday\, Floyd Henson Junior High School\, Flora\, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM \n4/23\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/24\, Friday\, Holy Cross Lutheran Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n4/24\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n4/28\, Tuesday\, Flora High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/29\, Wednesday\, Altamont Elementary School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nThose giving blood through April 12 will receive an exclusive American Red Cross x Life is Good t-shirt\, while they last!  Donors giving blood from April 13 – 30 will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice.  See rcblood.org/hope \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/33439-33439/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260225T211457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T211609Z
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SUMMARY:‘Unsinkable Freedom’ Movie at ALPLM
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThe Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum caps off its celebration of Black History Month by introducing a new short film recounting the exciting story of Robert Smalls\, who used his wits and seamanship to lead 15 people on a daring escape from slavery. \n“Unsinkable Freedom” begins running at the museum on February 27\, a day after its world premiere at a special event. It will run every 15 minutes throughout the museum’s day for the next three months. \nSmalls was an enslaved man in Charleston\, SC\, when the Civil War began.  He was forced to work aboard the Confederate ship Planter in Charleston Harbor and nearby coastal waters.  On May 12\, 1862\, Smalls and the other enslaved men were left aboard ship by white officers.  Seizing the opportunity\, they launched a long-simmering plan to sneak their families aboard and sail to freedom. \n“Unsinkable Freedom” dramatizes that dangerous trip.  The 11-minute film shows how Smalls got the families aboard\, impersonated the ship’s captain\, sailed past Confederate checkpoints and finally reached U.S. Navy ships and freedom. \n“Very few stories can match the escape of Robert Smalls for both drama and inspiration\,” said Christina Shutt\, executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.  “He risked everything to win freedom for his friends and loved ones.  And after their escape\, he served with the U.S. Navy and was later elected to Congress. We at the ALPLM are proud to tell part of his amazing story.” \n“Unsinkable Freedom” was written and directed by Kameron Gates\, an artist and animator based in Petersburg\, Illinois.  It stars ALPLM actor Reggie Guyton as Smalls. \nThe film was created using a hybrid of production techniques from animation\, VFX and video games.  It has a hyper-wide aspect ratio to take advantage of the three screens surrounding audiences in the museum’s Mr. Lincoln Theater.  It also features 5.1 surround sound. \nThe actors’ faces and body performances were recorded using motion capture.  Additional animation was created using classic keyframe techniques.  The historic Charleston Harbor was built and rendered inside Unreal Engine a tool created for video games that has expanded into visual effects for TV and film. \nThe mission of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is to inspire civic engagement through the diverse lens of Illinois history and share with the world the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln.  We pursue this mission through a combination of rigorous scholarship and high-tech showmanship built on the bedrock of the ALPLM’s unparalleled collection of historical materials – roughly 13 million items from all eras of Illinois history. \nFor more information\, visit www.PresidentLincoln.illinois.gov.  You can follow the ALPLM on Facebook\, X/Twitter and Instagram.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31673-31673/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260320T160040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T160607Z
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in April: \n4/2\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus-Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n4/7\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/7\, Tuesday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/8\, Wednesday\, Stewardson-Strasburg High School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \n4/9\, Thursday\, South Central FS\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n4/10\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/15\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/16\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n4/20\, Monday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/20\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/21\, Tuesday\, Floyd Henson Junior High School\, Flora\, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM \n4/23\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/24\, Friday\, Holy Cross Lutheran Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n4/24\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n4/28\, Tuesday\, Flora High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/29\, Wednesday\, Altamont Elementary School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nThose giving blood through April 12 will receive an exclusive American Red Cross x Life is Good t-shirt\, while they last!  Donors giving blood from April 13 – 30 will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice.  See rcblood.org/hope \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/33441-33441/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260324T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T155047Z
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SUMMARY:Free Health Care Power of Attorney Assistance
DESCRIPTION:PrintHSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is hosting a free\, open house workshop to help community members understand the importance of a health care power of attorney (POAH) and complete their POAH paperwork on-site. \nThe event will take place on National Healthcare Decisions Day – Thursday\, April 16\, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. in HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Auditorium\, located at 503 North Maple Street in Effingham.  Attendees are asked to use the pre-surgical testing entrance on the hospital’s north side. \nA health care power of attorney is a legal document that allows individuals to designate a trusted person to make medical decisions on their behalf if they become unable to do so.  Having a POAH in place ensures that a person’s health care wishes are known and respected during critical moments. \nThe workshop is open to anyone over the age of 18.  Walk-ins are welcome\, but appointments are encouraged to ensure personalized assistance. \n“We strive to make it as easy as possible for members of our community to take this important step in planning for their future health care needs\,” said Karla Marshall\, Spiritual Care and Mission Manager for HSHS Central Illinois Market.  “This workshop provides a supportive environment where individuals can learn about the process and complete their paperwork all in one visit.” \nFor questions or to schedule an appointment\, contact Karla Marshall at karla.marshall@hshs.org \nFor more information about HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital\, visit stanthonyshospital.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33661-free-health-care-power-of-attorney-assistance/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260326T153644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T153757Z
UID:33841-1776297600-1776383999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Indoor "Whatever" Sale at Village Square Mall
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33841-indoor-whatever-sale-at-village-square-mall-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260326T153832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T153832Z
UID:33847-1776384000-1776470399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Indoor "Whatever" Sale at Village Square Mall
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33847-indoor-whatever-sale-at-village-square-mall-7/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260225T172523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T172830Z
UID:31604-1776470400-1776556799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:HSHS Community Connect
DESCRIPTION:PrintHospital Sisters Health System introduces HSHS Community Connect \nConnecting communities with local resources \nFor 150 years\, Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) has been a leader of health and wellness in the communities serving across Illinois and Wisconsin.  To address the needs of our communities\, HSHS proudly launches HSHS Community Connect\, a digital database of free or reduced cost community-based programs and services available in the communities we serve. \nHSHS is committed to improving community health and addressing ever-changing needs and factors within the community landscape\,” said Kim Luz-Mobley\, M.S.\, C.H.E.S.\, System Executive Director of Community Health.  “Across our health system and the communities we serve\, HSHS strives to fulfill our Mission to provide high-quality health care to all patients\, regardless of their ability to pay.” \nIn 2024\, HSHS hospitals conducted a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) to identify the health status\, needs and issues in the communities we serve.  HSHS Community Connect is a powerful tool that will support our goal to improve community outcomes by working to address social determinants of health\, including access to medical care. \n“As a health care system\, we see members of our community every day who are experiencing food insecurity\, homelessness\, or in need of financial aid.  With HSHS Community Connect\, we can find local resources to connect our patients with the support they need\,” said Luz-Mobley. \nAcross Illinois\, patients and community members can find hundreds of local resources that meet their needs\, including: \n• Financial aid\n• Food pantries\n• Medical care\n• Housing and temporary shelter\n• Personal safety\n• Baby items\n• Transportation\n• And more. \nPatients can also access HSHS Community Connect on our website at hshs.org/connect or through MyHSHS.  If you need to create a MyHSHS account\, be sure to use your full proper name that matches your HSHS medical record.  If you have questions about MyHSHS\, call the MyChart support line at 1-866-312-5023 or email MyHealthRecordhelp@hshs.org. \nFor more information about HSHS\, visit hshs.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31604-31604/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260303T155528Z
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UID:32104-1776470400-1776556799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Color\, Courage\, & Change - Color Fun Run/5k for S.A.F.E.
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThis 5K is open to all ages and abilities\, whether you walk\, jog\, run\, push a stroller\, or cheer from the sidelines.  Participants will be showered in vibrant color along the route as we celebrate courage\, healing\, and community connection. \nBryan Memorial Park is located at: \n925 North Broadway Avenue\nSalem\, IL  62881 \nThe competitive\, timed race will begin at 9:00 AM\, followed by the non-competitive walk/run at 9:05 AM\, allowing everyone to participate at their own pace. \nThe event kicks off with the Color Run/Walk and continues with a full day of family-friendly activities\, including; \n– Kids Corner & Family Resource Area\n– Music and entertainment\n– Touch-a-Truck\n– Local vendors and food trucks\n– Guest speaker(s)\n– Community organizations and resources \nColor. Courage. Change. is more than a race… it’s a movement.  Proceeds from this event help support free\, confidential services for survivors of sexual violence\, including advocacy\, counseling\, and prevention education. \nCome covered in white\, leave covered in color\, and stand with us as we promote awareness\, hope\, and change. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32104-color-fun-run-5k-for-s-a-f-e/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260320T143334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T143334Z
UID:33418-1776470400-1776556799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night for Humane Society
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33418-trivia-night-for-humane-society/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260326T153900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T153900Z
UID:33849-1776470400-1776556799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Indoor "Whatever" Sale at Village Square Mall
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33849-indoor-whatever-sale-at-village-square-mall-8/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260313T165608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T165608Z
UID:32852-1776556800-1776643199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Teutopolis - St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Weekends
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32852-teutopolis-st-louis-cardinals-baseball-weekends/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260320T160118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T160612Z
UID:33443-1776643200-1776729599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in April: \n4/2\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus-Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n4/7\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/7\, Tuesday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/8\, Wednesday\, Stewardson-Strasburg High School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \n4/9\, Thursday\, South Central FS\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n4/10\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/15\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/16\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n4/20\, Monday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/20\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/21\, Tuesday\, Floyd Henson Junior High School\, Flora\, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM \n4/23\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/24\, Friday\, Holy Cross Lutheran Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n4/24\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n4/28\, Tuesday\, Flora High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/29\, Wednesday\, Altamont Elementary School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nThose giving blood through April 12 will receive an exclusive American Red Cross x Life is Good t-shirt\, while they last!  Donors giving blood from April 13 – 30 will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice.  See rcblood.org/hope \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/33443-33443/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260323T195331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T195646Z
UID:33550-1776643200-1776729599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Leith Cemetery Association Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Leith Cemetery Association’s annual meeting for 2026 is scheduled for Monday\, April 20th.  The meeting will take place at the residence of Frank Webster at 1816 North 1150th Street in Mason.  The meeting will start at 6:00 p.m. \nAll individuals with an interest in Leith Cemetery are welcome to attend. \nThose wising to contribute to the maintenance of the cemetery may send donations to: \nLeith Cemetery \nc/o Frank Webster\, Treasurer \n1816 N. 1150th St. \nMason\, IL  62433
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33550-leith-cemetery-association-annual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260318T195600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T195600Z
UID:33234-1776729600-1776815999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Dog Obedience Classes
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33234-dog-obedience-classes-12/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260320T160211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T160618Z
UID:33447-1776729600-1776815999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in April: \n4/2\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus-Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n4/7\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/7\, Tuesday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/8\, Wednesday\, Stewardson-Strasburg High School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \n4/9\, Thursday\, South Central FS\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n4/10\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/15\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/16\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n4/20\, Monday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/20\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/21\, Tuesday\, Floyd Henson Junior High School\, Flora\, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM \n4/23\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/24\, Friday\, Holy Cross Lutheran Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n4/24\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n4/28\, Tuesday\, Flora High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/29\, Wednesday\, Altamont Elementary School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nThose giving blood through April 12 will receive an exclusive American Red Cross x Life is Good t-shirt\, while they last!  Donors giving blood from April 13 – 30 will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice.  See rcblood.org/hope \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/33447-33447/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260326T195959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T200257Z
UID:33857-1776729600-1776815999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33857-caregiver-support-group-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260326T200400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T202857Z
UID:33884-1776729600-1776815999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/33884-grandparents-raising-grandchildren-support-group/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTSTAMP:20260403T131656
CREATED:20260320T160250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T160623Z
UID:33449-1776902400-1776988799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in April
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in April: \n4/2\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus-Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n4/7\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/7\, Tuesday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/8\, Wednesday\, Stewardson-Strasburg High School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \n4/9\, Thursday\, South Central FS\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n4/10\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/15\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/16\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n4/20\, Monday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n4/20\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n4/21\, Tuesday\, Floyd Henson Junior High School\, Flora\, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM \n4/23\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n4/24\, Friday\, Holy Cross Lutheran Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n4/24\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n4/28\, Tuesday\, Flora High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n4/29\, Wednesday\, Altamont Elementary School\, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nThose giving blood through April 12 will receive an exclusive American Red Cross x Life is Good t-shirt\, while they last!  Donors giving blood from April 13 – 30 will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice.  See rcblood.org/hope \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/33449-33449/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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