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SUMMARY:Greater Vision in Concert
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30598-greater-vision-in-concert/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
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SUMMARY:Polar Plunge at Lake Sara Beach
DESCRIPTION:Print \nSchedule: \n10:00 AM to 11:45 AM:  Plunger check-in & walk-up registration at the Lake Sara Pearson Building\, 15250 N. Beach Rd.\, Effingham. \n12:00 Noon:  Polar Plunge kick-off\, including costume judging. \n1:00 PM:  Post-Plunge Party with free meal for plungers at the American Legion\, 200 W. Washington\, Effingham.  Polar Plungers will receive a free meal provided by the Rhodes Show Catering and refreshments provided by Heartland Coca-Cola.  Family members and fans are also welcome and can purchase a meal for $6 for adults and $3 for children under age 12.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30606-polar-plunge-at-lake-sara-beach/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228
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SUMMARY:Free Throw Championship - Teutopolis Knights of Columbus
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30976-teutopolis-knights-of-columbus-free-throw-championship/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Saturday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nVolleyball \nClass 7-1A Grayville Regional \nMatch 1 — Martinsville vs. Sigel St. Michael\, 10 a.m. \nMatch 2 — Newton St. Thomas vs. Grayville\, 11 a.m. \nMatch 3 — Altamont Lutheran vs.  Effingham Sacred Heart\, noon \nClass 7-1A Chrisman Scottland Regional \nMatch 1 — Philo St. Thomas vs. Findlay Okaw Valley\, 9 a.m. \nMatch 2 — Windsor vs. Hume Shiloh\, 10 a.m. \nMatch 3 — Stewardson-Strasburg vs. Homer Heritage\, 11 a.m. \nClass 7-2A St. Elmo/Brownstown Regional \nMatch 1 — Nokomis vs. Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City\, 9 a.m. \nMatch 2 — South Central vs. Altamont\, 10 a.m \nMatch 3 — St. Elmo/Brownstown vs. Effingham St. Anthony\, 11 a.m. \nClass 7-2A Oblong Regional \nMatch 1 — Oblong vs. Neoga\, 9 a.m. \nMatch 2 — North Clay vs. Dieterich\, 10 a.m. \nMatch 3 — Albion vs. Hutsonville\, 11 a.m. \nClass 7-3A Teutopolis Regional \nMatch 1 — Teutopolis vs. Lawrenceville Parkview\, 9 a.m. \nMatch 2 — Paris Mayo vs. Robinson Nuttall\, 10 a.m. \nMatch 3 — Jasper County vs. Red Hill (Bridgeport)\, 11 a.m. \nMatch 4 — Cumberland vs. Marshall\, noon \nClass 7-4A Taylorville Regional \nMatch 1 — Taylorvillevs. Stephen Decatur\, 9 a.m. \nMatch 2 — Mattoon vs. Effingham\, 10 a.m. \nMatch 3 — Chatham Glenwood vs. Mount Zion\, 11 a.m. \nMatch 4 — Charleston vs. Rochester\, noon \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nEastern Illinois University at SIUE\, 3:30 p.m. \nNASCAR \nFocused Health 250 at Circuit of the Americas\, 1:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31240-saturdays-schedule-49/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
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SUMMARY:Elks Trade Scholarship Available
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/25460-elks-trade-scholarship-available-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
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SUMMARY:Gym Bob's Jamboree Show
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Gym Bob’s Jamboree Show will be held on Sunday\, March 1st\, beginning at 1pm!  This will be our “All 50’s and 60’s Show” and we will be featuring all your favorite oldies music\, such as Roy Orbison\, Elvis Presley\, and other legends from the 50’s and 60’s\, for the whole family to enjoy – performed by the Gym Bob’s Jamboree Band and Singers. \nThe Jamboree Show is held the first Sunday afternoon of the month at Gym Bob’s\, except for April 2026 which will be on the SECOND Sunday\, April 12th in observance of Easter.  Gym Bobs is 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/29829-gym-bobs-jamboree-show-11/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
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SUMMARY:Sunday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintNASCAR \nEchoPark Automotive Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas\, 2:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31242-sundays-schedule-50/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
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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/31584-hshs-community-connect/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
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SUMMARY:Pork Dinner at Immanuel Lutheran Church
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Immanuel Lutheran Church Annual Pork Dinner will be this Sunday\, March 1\, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. \nThe church is located at 203 East Division Street in Altamont. \nThe meal includes grilled pork loin\, baked potato\, baked beans\, green beans\, slaw\, applesauce\, dinner roll\, and dessert.  Other meat options are a porkburger or hotdog. \nThe pork loin dinner is $15 and the porkburger dinner is $10.  Children age 4 and under eat free. \nIt is dine-in or carry out. \nProceeds will go to the after-school program\, Immanuel Youth Group and church projects.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31821-pork-dinner-at-immanuel-lutheran-church-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
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SUMMARY:Free At-Home Colon Cancer Screening Tests
DESCRIPTION:PrintNo Prep\, No Procedure\, No Excuses:  HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Offering Free\, At-Home Colon Cancer Screening Tests in March \nColon cancer screening just got easier. \nDuring Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March\, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital is giving away at-home screening tests while highlighting that colorectal cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer deaths in the United States when cases for men and women are combined\, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). \nIndividuals aged 45 or older\, or those with an immediate family member diagnosed with colon cancer\, are eligible for a free InSure ONE at-home screening test with instructions\, from March 1 through March 31. \nTests can be picked up from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays at St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital\, 503 N. Maple St.\, in the presurgical testing department\, while supplies last.  For easy access\, please enter through the presurgical testing entrance on the hospital’s north side.  Samples must be returned to the department by April 1.  Please note this screening test is not a substitute for a colonoscopy. \nThis simple\, easy test saves lives.  Early detection is key to successful treatment of colorectal cancer\, with nearly 90% of patients diagnosed at an early stage experiencing a five-year survival rate\, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  Although overall death rates have fallen during the past decade due to increased screening and improved treatments\, the same does not hold true for younger adults.  For people under 55\, death rates have been increasing about 1% per year since the mid-2000s\, according to the ACS. \nFor more information regarding this colorectal cancer screening event\, call 217-347-1858.  For more information about HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital\, visit stanthonyshospital.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31442-free-at-home-colon-cancer-screening-tests/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
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SUMMARY:Monday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nGirls Basketball \nClass 2A Benton Super-Sectional \nGame 1 – Breese Central vs. Teutopolis\, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3) \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nVolleyball \nClass 7-1A Grayville Regional \nMatch 4 – West Salem vs. Martinsville\, 6 p.m. \nMatch 5 – Newton St. Thomas vs. Altamont Lutheran\, 7 p.m. \nClass 7-1A Chrisman Scottland Regional \nMatch 4 – Chrisman Scottland vs. Philo St. Thomas\, 6 p.m. \nMatch 5 – Windsor vs. Stewardson-Strasburg\, 7 p.m. \nClass 7-2A Oblong Regional \nMatch 4 – Casey-Westfield vs. Oblong\, 4:30 p.m. \nMatch 5 — North Clay vs. Albion\, 5:30 p.m. \nClass 7-4A Taylorville Regional \nMatch 5 – Taylorville vs. Effingham\, 5 p.m. \nMatch 6 – Chatham Glenwood vs. Rochester\, 6 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31618-mondays-schedule-50/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
CREATED:20260223T162246Z
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in March
DESCRIPTION:PrintAmerican Red Cross Blood Drives in March: \n3/3\, Tuesday\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM\n3/3\, Tuesday\, First Baptist Church\, Casey\, Noon – 6:00 PM \n3/9\, Monday\, Clay City High School Gym\, Clay City\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM\n3/9\, Monday\, Noble Lions Club Building\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n3/15\, Sunday\, St Joseph Stringtown Community Club\, 7:00 AM – 11:30 AM \n3/19\, Thursday\, First Baptist Church Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n3/20\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church\, Effingham\, 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM \n3/23\, Monday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n3/30\, Monday\, Effingham Event Center\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \nGive in March for a $15 Gift Card by email & successful donations get A1C testing!  More info at:  rcblood.org/March \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31285-red-cross-blood-drives-in-march/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
CREATED:20260114T160726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T160726Z
UID:27525-1772496000-1772582399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Cinnamon Roll-Making Presentation
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27525-cinnamon-roll-making-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
CREATED:20260204T172947Z
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SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries March Distributions
DESCRIPTION:PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries March Distributions: \nTuesday\, March 3rd from 4 – 6p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nTuesday\, March 10th from 4 – 6p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nWednesday\, March 11th from noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nSaturday\, March 14th from 9 – noon\, Mason location at 861 West Washington Street \nWednesday\, March 18th from noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \nSaturday\, March 28th from 8:30 – noon\, Shumway location at 304 South West Street \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/29798-enduring-freedom-ministries-march-distributions/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
CREATED:20260209T162201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T162201Z
UID:30163-1772496000-1772582399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Tax Preparation with Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30163-free-tax-preparation-with-catholic-charities-10/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
CREATED:20260225T183326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T124059Z
UID:31620-1772496000-1772582399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Tuesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nClass 1A Macon Meridian Sectional \nGame 1 – Tuscola vs. Altamont\, 7 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) \nClass 2A Monticello Sectional \nGame 1 – Teutopolis vs. Warrensburg-Latham\, 6:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3) \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nVolleyball \nClass 7-2A St. Elmo/Brownstown Regional \nMatch 4 – Morrisonville vs. Nokomis\, 5:30 p.m. \nMatch 5 – South Central vs. St. Elmo/Brownstown\, 6:30 p.m. \nClass 7-3A Teutopolis Regional \nMatch 5 – Teutopolis vs. Paris Mayo\, 6 p.m. \nMatch 6 – Jasper County vs. Cumberland\, 7 p.m. \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nOregon at University of Illinois\, 8 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31620-tuesdays-schedule-51/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260305
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
CREATED:20260209T162230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T162259Z
UID:30165-1772582400-1772668799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Tax Preparation with Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30165-free-tax-preparation-with-catholic-charities-11/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260305
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
CREATED:20260219T211705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T212157Z
UID:31093-1772582400-1772668799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Invite the Healing - New Group
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Effingham Family Mental Health Support office is offering a new group called\, “Invite the Healing”.  This will be a series of discussion sessions to promote and invite more healing and health in our lives.  We will focus on one particular type of healing approach during each session to facilitate greater mental\, physical\, and spiritual health.  Rev. Carol Johnson will lead sessions.  There will be guest speakers to share insights and participate in discussions. \nSessions will include:  Music therapy\, Art therapy\, Aroma therapy\, Plant therapy\, Woodland Therapy\, Nature Therapy\, and others.  The first session is on Wednesday\, March 4th \, 5:00 – 7:00pm. \nRegistration is encouraged to assist in preparation of space and materials.  Anyone interested is welcome to register in person at the Family Mental Health Support office on Tuesdays or Wednesdays\, 10:00 – 2:00.  You may also call Carol and leave a message at 270-217-1422.  The office is located at 202 North Banker in Effingham.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31093-invite-the-healing-new-group/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260305
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
CREATED:20260225T183452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T140624Z
UID:31622-1772582400-1772668799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Wednesday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nClass 1A Macon Meridian Sectional \nGame 2 – Lawrenceville vs. Casey-Westfield\, 7 p.m. \nClass 2A Monticello Sectional \nGame 2 – Tolono Unity vs. Fairfield\, 6:30 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nVolleyball \nClass 7-1A Grayville Regional \nMatch 6 – West Salem vs. Altamont Lutheran\, 6 p.m. (championship) \nClass 7-4A Taylorville Regional \nMatch 7 – Taylorville vs. Chatham Glenwood\, 6 p.m. (championship) \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nOhio Valley Conference Tournament \nAt Evansville\, Indiana \nGame 1 — Eastern Illinois vs. Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville\, 6 p.m. \nGame 2 — Lindenwood vs. Little Rock\, 8:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31622-wednesdays-schedule-52/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
CREATED:20260209T162323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T162323Z
UID:30167-1772668800-1772755199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Tax Preparation with Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30167-free-tax-preparation-with-catholic-charities-12/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
CREATED:20260211T211904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T212139Z
UID:30426-1772668800-1772755199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bethel Christian Church Revival
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30426-bethel-christian-church-revival/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
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SUMMARY:Thursday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nGirls Basketball \nCLASS 1A STATE TOURNAMENT \nAt CEFCU Arena \nThursday\, March 5 \nGame 1 — (1) Mt. Pulaski vs. (1) Mt. Sterling (Brown County)\, 10 a.m. \nGame 2 — (1) Deer Creek-Mackinaw vs. (1) Rockford Christian\, 11:45 a.m. \nGame 3 — Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2 (third place)\, 7 p.m. \nCLASS 2A STATE TOURNAMENT \nAt CEFCU Arena \nThursday\, March 5 \nGame 1 — (1) Pleasant Plains vs. (2) Breese (Central)\, 2:30 p.m. \nGame 2 — (2) Elgin (St. Edward) vs. (1) Byron\, 4:15 p.m. \nGame 3 — Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2 (third place)\, 8:15 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nVolleyball \nClass 7-1A Chrisman Scottland Regional \nGame 6 — Chrisman Scottland vs.  Windsor\, 6 p.m. (championship) \nClass 7-2A St. Elmo/Brownstown Regional \nMatch 6 – Morrisonville vs. St. Elmo/Brownstown\, 6 p.m. (championship) \nClass 7-3A Teutopolis Regional \nMatch 7 – Paris Mayo vs. Cumberland\, 6 p.m. (championship) \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nOhio Valley Conference Tournament \n At Evansville\, Indiana \nGame 3– UT Martin vs. Eastern Illinois \, 6 p.m. \nGame 4 — Southeast Missouri vs. Lindenwood\, 8:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31624-thursdays-schedule-51/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTSTAMP:20260403T183346
CREATED:20260225T183710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T113952Z
UID:31626-1772755200-1772841599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Friday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nBoys Basketball \nClass 1A Macon Meridian Sectional Championship \nGame 3 – Altamont vs. Lawrenceville\, 7 p.m. (Listen on 97.9 XFM) \nClass 2A Monticello Sectional Championship \nGame 3 — Teutopolis vs. Tolono Unity\, 6:30 p.m. (Listen on KJ Country 102.3) \nGirls Basketball \nClass 3A State Tournament \nAt CEFCU Arena \nGame 1 — (1) River Forest Trinity vs. (1) Chatham Glenwood\, 10 a.m. \nGame 2 — (3) Arlington Heights St. Viator vs. (1) Washington\, 11:45 a.m. \nGame 3 — Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2 (third place)\, 7 p.m. \nClass 4A State Tournament \nAt CEFCU Arena \nGame 1 — (2) Belleville East vs. (1) LaGrange Park Nazareth Academy\, 2:30 p.m. \nGame 2 — (1) Wilmette Loyola Academy vs. (5) Rolling Meadows\, 4:15 p.m. \nGame 3 — Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2 (third place)\, 8:15 p.m. \nGirls Track \nEastern Illinois University Indoor Meet\, noon \nMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL \nOhio Valley Conference Tournament \nAt Evansville\, Indiana \nGame 4 — Tennessee State vs. UT Martin\, 7 p.m. \nGame 6 — Morehead State vs. Southeast Missouri State\, 9:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31626-fridays-schedule-52/
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UID:21450-1772755200-1772841599@www.thexradio.com
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/21450-21450/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:27135-1772755200-1772841599@www.thexradio.com
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/27135-27135/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:30429-1772755200-1772841599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bethel Christian Church Revival
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30429-bethel-christian-church-revival-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:30556-1772755200-1772841599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Teutopolis Boys Golf Raffle of Cardinals Green Seats
DESCRIPTION:PrintTeutopolis Boys Golf is selling raffle tickets to win 4 Cardinals Green Seats.  This includes the Cardinals Club Buffett\, a Parking Pass\, and In-Seat Food and Beverage. \nThe game is TBD. \nRaffle Tickets are:  1/$20\, 3/$50\, or 7/$100.  They’ll be available until close to Opening Day\, March 26. \nTo get your chances\, reach out to Mike Wilson\, who accepts Venmo @MikeWils13.  Will need your name and cellphone number. \nThanks for your support of Teutopolis Boys Golf!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30556-30556/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:31730-1772755200-1772841599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:90's Music Trivia Night in Dieterich
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/31730-90s-music-trivia-night-in-dieterich/
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UID:32092-1772755200-1772841599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:AYCE Fish Dinner at Edgewood Legion
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/32092-ayce-fish-dinner-at-edgewood-legion/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:28156-1772841600-1772927999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:A Nite at the Races for Ballard Nature Center
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28156-a-nite-at-the-races-for-ballard-nature-center/
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