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2025 Effingham Old Courthouse & Cross Christmas Concerts All Concerts are free & open to the public! Saturday, November 29 (After the Santa Parade), Old Courthouse Museum, 100 East Jefferson Avenue, Effingham 6:15 pm Hometown Christmas Choir 6:45 pm FACE Christmas Orchestra Sunday, November 30 (The “Cross” Open House), The “Cross” Chapel, 1900 Pike […] THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7 NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE San Francisco at Cleveland, noon Jacksonville at Tennessee, noon Houston at Indianapolis, noon New Orleans at Miami, noon Atlanta at New York Jets, noon Arizona at Tampa Bay, noon Los Angeles Rams at Carolina, noon Minnesota at Seattle, 3:05 p.m. Buffalo at Pittsburgh, 3:25 p.m. Las Vegas at Los Angeles Chargers, 3:25 […] Ticket Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/united-way-christmas-cash-5050--2025 |
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Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) and Chapter, an independent Medicare adviser, are partnering to offer current and newly eligible Medicare patients free, unbiased consultations on choosing a Medicare plan that best fits their health care needs. Chapter advisers provide expert, up-to-date information about Medicare Supplement (aka Medigap), Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug plans. They […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Cumberland Tournament North Clay vs. Casey-Westfield, 7:45 p.m. (championship) HAS BEEN CANCELED Girls Basketball Altamont at Dieterich, 6 p.m. HAS BEEN POSTPONED Brownstown/St. Elmo at South Central, 6 p.m. Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Okaw Valley HAS BEEN POSTPONED Casey-Westfield at Cumberland HAS BEEN CANCELED Neoga vs. Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Lake Land College, 6 […] Ticket Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/united-way-christmas-cash-5050--2025 |
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Free Diabetes Education Class Offered by HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology 2025 Class Schedule HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham delivers world-class care close to home with a highly specialized team of local experts. To help and encourage those with diabetes and their family members, HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – […] The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is now available for income qualified households. The 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 […] The Seeds in the Snow event will take place at the Effingham Library on Tuesday, December 2, at 5:30 p.m. Get a head start on your spring garden — even in the middle of winter! Learn how to start seeds outdoors using simple recycled containers and the power of nature's seasonal cycle. This beginner-friendly program […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Casey-Westfield at Effingham, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979 XFM) St. Anthony at Salem, 6 p.m. Altamont at Cumberland, 6 p.m. Neoga at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO JAN. 12 Dieterich at Cisne, 6 p.m. Martinsville at North Clay HAS BEEN CANCELED Webber Township (Bluford) at St. Elmo/Brownstown HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED […] Ticket Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/united-way-christmas-cash-5050--2025 Enduring Freedom Ministries December Dates: Tuesday, December 2nd, from 4 - 6pm, Shumway Tuesday, December 9th, from 4 - 6pm, Shumway. This is also the informational meeting for EFM's latest project: Ezra's Place Wednesday, December 10th, noon - 2pm, Shumway Saturday, December 13th, 9am - noon, Mason Wednesday, December 17th, noon - 2pm, Shumway Friday, December […] |
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HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Webber Township (Bluford) at St. Elmo/Brownstown, 6:15 p.m. Girls Basketball Charleston at Effingham, 6 p.m. Wrestling Oblong, Salem at Effingham, 6 p.m. Cumberland, Litchfield at Shelbyville Boys Meet, 6:15 p.m. JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Girls Basketball Class 7-1A Sigel St. Michael Sectional Game 1 – Neoga vs. Carrollton St. John, 6 p.m. […] |
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HIGH SCHOOL Girls Basketball Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at St. Anthony, JV (two 10-minute running clock quarters), 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3 AROUND 6:30 P.M.) Charleston at Effingham, 6 p.m. Casey-Westfield at Altamont, 6 p.m. Brownstown/St. Elmo at Dieterich, 6:15 p.m. Martinsville at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 6 p.m. Cumberland at Oblong (varsity only), 6 p.m. Neoga at […] The hospice team of HSHS Home Care invites community members to join them at a candlelight memorial on Thursday, December 4 at 5:00 p.m. The memorial will be in the HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Chapel, located at 503 North Maple Street in Effingham. Those attending may enter through the entrance close to the chapel, […] |
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EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course. Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball North Clay at St. Anthony, 6 p.m. Vandalia at Altamont, 6 p.m. Ramsey at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City (homecoming), 6 p.m. Cumberland at Oblong/Palestine/Hutsonville, 7:30 p.m. Neoga at St. Elmo/Brownstown, 6 p.m. Patoka at South Central, 6 p.m. Dieterich at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, 5 p.m. Paris at Newton, 6 p.m. Girls Basketball Webber Township (Bluford) […] |
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EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course. Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […] Santa Shoppe Fala-llamas Story Time Tickets can be purchased at the door. All proceeds benefit the Unit 40 Education Foundation's mission to provide teacher grants and continuing education scholarships for seniors. HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Effingham vs. Vienna, 1 p.m. at Marion Timothy Christian at Newton, 2 p.m. St. Elmo/Brownstown at Tri-County, Kansas, 11 a.m. Unity at Teutopolis, 1 p.m. Girls Basketball Teutopolis at Richland County, Olney, 1 p.m. Wrestling Effingham at Cumberland Boys Pirate Duals, 9 a.m. FRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE Boys Basketball Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Cerro Gordo Freshman/Sophomore […] DUE TO WEATHER, EFFINGHAM'S HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6! Kick off the holiday season with your family and friends at Downtown Effingham’s Hometown Christmas on Saturday, December 6! Whether you’re hosting loved ones home for Thanksgiving or starting your own holiday traditions, this magical evening is the perfect way to […] Kick off the holiday season with your family and friends at Downtown Effingham’s Hometown Christmas on Saturday, December 6! Start your own holiday traditions, as this magical evening is the perfect way to celebrate together. Climb aboard for a whimsical tractor train ride and make memories visiting Santa. Snap photos with your favorite Christmas and […] The W.H.A.T. civic group invites everyone to celebrate the season at Windsor Wonderland, happening Saturday, December 6, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. This much-anticipated holiday tradition is packed with festive activities and free fun for all ages. The evening begins with the Golf Cart and ATV Lighted Parade, a vibrant spectacle of illuminated vehicles spreading holiday cheer. Parade […] |
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Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) and Chapter, an independent Medicare adviser, are partnering to offer current and newly eligible Medicare patients free, unbiased consultations on choosing a Medicare plan that best fits their health care needs. Chapter advisers provide expert, up-to-date information about Medicare Supplement (aka Medigap), Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug plans. They […] The Coles County Chorus is delighted to announce its annual Christmas Concert, a festive celebration of the holiday season filled with timeless carols, harmonious performances, and community spirit. This free event promises to uplift hearts and support local causes, making it a perfect outing for families, friends, and music lovers alike. The concert will take […] The Altamont Community Choir will present a Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 7th. The concert will take place at 2:00pm at St Paul ELCA Church, on Highway 40 West of Altamont. There will be a Free Will offering with proceeds going to The St Paul GRACE Food Pantry and The Altamont Community Choir. Refreshments will […] The Gym Bob’s Jamboree CHRISTMAS Show will be held on Sunday, December 7th, beginning at 1:00pm! This will be our annual “Christmas Show” featuring all your favorite Christmas Standards as well as some of your favorite classic country and 50's & 60's music for the whole family to enjoy - performed by the Gym Bob’s […] NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE Seattle at Atlanta, noon Tennessee at Cleveland, noon Chicago at Green Bay, noon Washington at Minnesota, noon Miami at New York Giants, noon New Orleans at Tampa Bay, noon Indianapolis at Jacksonville, noon Pittsburgh at Baltimore, noon Denver at Las Vegas, 3:05 p.m. Cincinnati at Buffalo, 3:25 p.m. Los Angeles Rams at […] Refreshments will be served in St. Paul’s Parish Hall after the concert. |
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Free Diabetes Support Group Offered by HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham delivers world-class care close to home with a highly specialized team of local experts. To help and encourage those with diabetes and their family members, HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham offers a […] HIGH SCHOOL Girls Basketball Altamont at St. Anthony, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3) Highland at Effingham, 6 p.m. Martinsville at Brownstown/St. Elmo, 6:15 p.m. Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Shelbyville, 6 p.m. Cumberland at Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond, 6 p.m. North Clay at Dieterich, 6 p.m. Neoga at South Central, 6 p.m. Newton at Edwards County (Albion), 6 […] |
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A new exhibit highlighting the courageous stories of freedom seekers and the multi-racial conductors who assisted them on the Underground Railroad in Illinois are featured in a new exhibit Journey to Freedom: Illinois’ Underground Railroad. This will be on display in the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site's Visitor Center - Sargent Gallery, now through […] This program will run through May 2026. If someone misses a session, that's no problem, as participants can register for another date. HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Charleston at Effingham, 5:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at St. Anthony, 6 p.m. Altamont at Newton, 6 p.m. Casey-Westfield at Cumberland, 7:30 p.m. Neoga at Dieterich, 5 p.m. South Central at Vandalia, 6 p.m. Teutopolis at Paris, 6 p.m. Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Arcola, 6 p.m. Girls Basketball Neoga vs. Tri-County […] The Shumway Senior Citizens will have their monthly lunch at the Shumway Kluthe Center at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 9. This is the rescheduled date from the weather-postponed monthly lunch last Tuesday. Enduring Freedom Ministries December Dates: Tuesday, December 2nd, from 4 - 6pm, Shumway Tuesday, December 9th, from 4 - 6pm, Shumway. This is also the informational meeting for EFM's latest project: Ezra's Place Wednesday, December 10th, noon - 2pm, Shumway Saturday, December 13th, 9am - noon, Mason Wednesday, December 17th, noon - 2pm, Shumway Friday, December […] |
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Calvary Baptist Church Food Pantry will be taking orders for food bags on Monday, December 8th, from 4:00 - 5:30. Call 217-342-6671 to place order. Drive-up pickup is Wednesday, December 10th, from 4:00 - 5:00 pm. All needing food assistance are encouraged to call 217-342-6671 HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball St. Elmo/Brownstown at North Clay, 5 p.m. Girls Basketball Brownstown/St. Elmo at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, 6 p.m. Wrestling Robinson at Effingham, 6 p.m. JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Girls Basketball Class 8-1A Jerseyville Francis Sectional Game 1 – Sigel St. Michael vs. Carrollton St. John, 6 p.m. Class 8-2A North Clay Sectional Game 1 – […] Enduring Freedom Ministries December Dates: Tuesday, December 2nd, from 4 - 6pm, Shumway Tuesday, December 9th, from 4 - 6pm, Shumway. This is also the informational meeting for EFM's latest project: Ezra's Place Wednesday, December 10th, noon - 2pm, Shumway Saturday, December 13th, 9am - noon, Mason Wednesday, December 17th, noon - 2pm, Shumway Friday, December […] |
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There are no charges for any services at this clinic. No medical referral is necessary. The clinic is an ideal time to have a child reviewed for bone and joint development. HIGH SCHOOL Girls Basketball St. Anthony at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 6 p.m. Nokomis at Altamont, 6 p.m. Brownstown/St. Elmo at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, 6 p.m. Dieterich at Martinsville, 6 p.m. Neoga vs. Palestine at Lake Land College, 6 p.m. Robinson at Newton, 5 p.m. South Central at Ramsey, 6:15 p.m. Teutopolis at St. Joseph-Ogden, 6 p.m. FRESHMEN/SOPHOMORE BOYS […] On Thursday, December 11, the Effingham County Museum will present the second lecture of their historical series. The lecture will be the "165th Anniversary of St. John Lutheran Church - Dieterich, Illinois" presented by Scott Wohltman. The lecture will be held on the 2nd floor at the Effingham County Museum, located at 110 East Jefferson […] |
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EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course. Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […] Three Chicks & A Stage present an original production “Krampus, The Untold Story” at the Effingham Elks Club on December 12th, 13th and 14th. Friday, December 12th will be a dinner show with dinner starting at 6:00pm and the show starting at 7:00pm. The $40 ticket for the dinner show must be purchased in advance […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Effingham at Mount Zion, 7 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3) St. Anthony at Brownstown/St. Elmo, 6:15 p.m. South Central at Altamont, 5 p.m. Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Dieterich, 5 p.m. Cumberland at Neoga at Lake Land College, 5 p.m. Newton at North Clay, 5 p.m. Bloomington Central Catholic at Teutopolis, 6 […] Check out the Show Case of Trees and vote for your favorite. Area businesses, organizations, and community members are encouraged to decorate a tree. Visitors can vote for their favorite tree and wreath and the tree and wreath with the most money in their container wins! Winners will receive either a catered lunch or a gift […] This holiday season, Visit Effingham invites you to celebrate the return of a beloved community tradition - the Holiday Lights & Festive Sights Tour! Back for another year of sparkle and holiday cheer, this festive tour turns Effingham into a twinkling wonderland for all to enjoy. Only 20 homes have been selected for this year's […] |
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EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course. Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […] The website for Post 512 at Wreaths Across America is: https://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/181121/Overview/?relatedId=0 Three Chicks & A Stage present an original production “Krampus, The Untold Story” at the Effingham Elks Club on December 12th, 13th and 14th. Friday, December 12th will be a dinner show with dinner starting at 6:00pm and the show starting at 7:00pm. The $40 ticket for the dinner show must be purchased in advance […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Casey-Westfield at Altamont, NEW TIME, 2:30 P.M. Newton, Teutopolis at Sullivan Shootout, TBA Conrad Allen Tournament At Wayne City Game 1 -- North Clay vs. Cisne, noon Game 2 -- Webber vs. Sandoval, 1:30 p.m. Game 3 -- Wayne City vs. Crab Orchard, 3 p.m. Game 4 -- Edwards County vs. […] Check out the Show Case of Trees and vote for your favorite. Area businesses, organizations, and community members are encouraged to decorate a tree. Visitors can vote for their favorite tree and wreath and the tree and wreath with the most money in their container wins! Winners will receive either a catered lunch or a gift […] Enduring Freedom Ministries December Dates: Tuesday, December 2nd, from 4 - 6pm, Shumway Tuesday, December 9th, from 4 - 6pm, Shumway. This is also the informational meeting for EFM's latest project: Ezra's Place Wednesday, December 10th, noon - 2pm, Shumway Saturday, December 13th, 9am - noon, Mason Wednesday, December 17th, noon - 2pm, Shumway Friday, December […] |
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Three Chicks & A Stage present an original production “Krampus, The Untold Story” at the Effingham Elks Club on December 12th, 13th and 14th. Friday, December 12th will be a dinner show with dinner starting at 6:00pm and the show starting at 7:00pm. The $40 ticket for the dinner show must be purchased in advance […] MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Eastern Illinois University at Iowa State, noon NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE Cleveland at Chicago, noon Baltimore at Cincinnati, noon Los Angeles Chargers at Kansas City, noon Buffalo at New England, noon Washington at New York Giants, noon Las Vegas at Philadelphia, noon New York Jets at Jacksonville, noon Arizona at Houston, noon Green […] The public is invited to attend the 62nd Annual Lutheran Choir Christmas Cantata at 7:00 P.M. on Sunday, December 14. This will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Strasburg. This year’s choir includes singers from Faith, Shumway; Grace, Strasburg; St. Paul, Sigel; St. Paul, Strasburg; and Trinity, Stewardson. Come enjoy a long-standing tradition […] |
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HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Conrad Allen Holiday Tournament At Wayne City Game 5 -- Crab Orchard vs. Webber, 5:30 p.m. Game 6 -- Sandoval vs. Grayville, 7 p.m. Game 7 -- Cisne vs. Edwards County, 8:30 p.m. Girls Basketball St. Anthony at Teutopolis (VARSITY ONLY), 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3) Altamont at North […] This holiday season, Visit Effingham invites you to celebrate the return of a beloved community tradition - the Holiday Lights & Festive Sights Tour! Back for another year of sparkle and holiday cheer, this festive tour turns Effingham into a twinkling wonderland for all to enjoy. Only 20 homes have been selected for this year's […] |
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HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Teutopolis at Effingham, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) Newton at St. Anthony, 6 p.m. Altamont at Carlyle, 6 p.m. Dieterich at Lawrenceville, 6 p.m. Neoga at Casey-Westfield, 6 p.m. Woodlawn at South Central, 6 p.m. Elmo/Brownstown Tournament Game 1 – Hillsboro vs. Mulberry Grove, 6:15 p.m. Game 2 – Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg vs. […] Celebrate the season with Centenary United Methodist Church's illuminated drive-thru Advent Calendar. The Drive-Thru is on display every evening through Wednesday, December 31st. |
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Enduring Freedom Ministries December Dates: Tuesday, December 2nd, from 4 - 6pm, Shumway Tuesday, December 9th, from 4 - 6pm, Shumway. This is also the informational meeting for EFM's latest project: Ezra's Place Wednesday, December 10th, noon - 2pm, Shumway Saturday, December 13th, 9am - noon, Mason Wednesday, December 17th, noon - 2pm, Shumway Friday, December […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Oblong at South Central, 6 p.m. St. Elmo/Brownstown Tournament Game 3 – Cumberland vs. Ramsey, 6:15 p.m. Game 4 – St. Elmo/Brownstown vs. Patoka/Odin, 7:4 5p.m. Conrad Allen Holiday Tournament At Wayne City Game 11 -- Grayville vs. Crab Orchard, 6 p.m. Game 12 -- Wayne City vs. Sandoval, 7:30 p.m. […] Visit Effingham presents another year of Wonderland in Lights at Community Park! Each year, Community Park is transformed into a drive-thru holiday light spectacle, filled with whimsical scenes, including reindeer flight school, playful penguins, Santa and his reindeer taking flight, a Nativity scene, a Gingerbread house, a bucket truck driven by helpful elves and so […] |
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HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball St. Elmo/Brownstown Tournament Game 5 – Mulberry Grove vs. Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 6:15 p.m. Game 6 – Hillsboro vs. Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, 7:45 p.m. North Clay at Conrad Allen Tournament At Wayne City Game 13 -- Webber vs. Grayville, 6 p.m. Game 14 -- Cisne vs. Thompsonville, 7:30 p.m. Girls Basketball Effingham at St. […] This holiday season, Visit Effingham invites you to celebrate the return of a beloved community tradition - the Holiday Lights & Festive Sights Tour! Back for another year of sparkle and holiday cheer, this festive tour turns Effingham into a twinkling wonderland for all to enjoy. Only 20 homes have been selected for this year's […] |
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EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course. Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […] Celebrate the season with Centenary United Methodist Church's illuminated drive-thru Advent Calendar. The Drive-Thru is on display every evening through Wednesday, December 31st. HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball St. Anthony at Dieterich, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) Effingham at Mahomet-Seymour, 6 p.m. Tuscola at Altamont, 6 p.m. Newton at Robinson, 6 p.m. South Central at Martinsville, 6 p.m. Conrad Allen Tournament At Wayne City Game 15 -- Edwards County vs. North Clay, 6 p.m. Game 16 -- Wayne City […] |
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EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course. Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Effingham at Mount Carmel, 2:30 p.m. Odin at South Central, 10 a.m. St. Elmo/Brownstown Tournament Game 9 – Loser Game 5 vs. Loser Game 7, 3 p.m. (seventh place) Game 10 – Winner Game 5 vs. Winner Game 7, 4:30 p.m. (consolation championship) Game 11 – Loser Game 6 vs. Loser […] On Saturday, December 20, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will join the fun of “A Timeless Holiday” during this year’s downtown Springfield Holiday Walk with a special Winter Night at the Museum. You’ll enjoy a ballet performance of “The Nutcracker,” musical performers, crafts for kids, skating in the park, amazing lights and special […] |
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Get ready to kick off the season in true holiday spirit! Join us for the VFW Christmas Party on Sunday, December, 21st at 3 PM! We’ve got an incredible musical lineup featuring Benny and the Amigos, plus Max Heuerman and the Little Truckers—bringing live Christmas cheer for the whole community! And that’s not all… The […] NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE Buffalo at Cleveland, noon Los Angeles Chargers at Dallas, noon Kansas City at Tennessee, noon Cincinnati at Miami, noon New York Jets at New Orleans, noon Minnesota at New York Giants, noon Tampa Bay at Carolina, noon Jacksonville at Denver, 3:05 p.m. Atlanta at Arizona, 3:05 p.m. Pittsburgh at Detroit, 3:25 p.m. […] This holiday season, Visit Effingham invites you to celebrate the return of a beloved community tradition - the Holiday Lights & Festive Sights Tour! Back for another year of sparkle and holiday cheer, this festive tour turns Effingham into a twinkling wonderland for all to enjoy. Only 20 homes have been selected for this year's […] |
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Celebrate the season with Centenary United Methodist Church's illuminated drive-thru Advent Calendar. The Drive-Thru is on display every evening through Wednesday, December 31st. HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Tolono Unity at Effingham, 6 p.m. Cisne at Altamont, 6 p.m. Girls Basketball Dieterich at Altamont, 2 p.m. St. Elmo/Brownstown at Casey-Westfield, 6:15 p.m. Cumberland at North Clay, 6 p.m. Newton at Sullivan, 6 p.m. Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond Knights Classic East Gym Game 13 – Fourth place in Pool A vs. Fourth place […] Downtown Effingham, December 22, 10:00 - 7:00 and December 23, 10:00-7:00. Join us for extended holiday shopping hours in downtown Effingham! Hours vary by store, with many offering free gift wrapping, special promos, and festive fun as you finish your Christmas list! |
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HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Richland County, Olney at St. Anthony, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) North Clay at Cumberland, 7:30 p.m. Sandoval at South Central, 6 p.m. FRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE Boys Basketball Richland County, Olney at St. Anthony, 5 p.m. North Clay at Cumberland, 5 p.m. Downtown Effingham, December 22, 10:00 - 7:00 and December 23, 10:00-7:00. Join us for extended holiday shopping hours in downtown Effingham! Hours vary by store, with many offering free gift wrapping, special promos, and festive fun as you finish your Christmas list! |
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This holiday season, Visit Effingham invites you to celebrate the return of a beloved community tradition - the Holiday Lights & Festive Sights Tour! Back for another year of sparkle and holiday cheer, this festive tour turns Effingham into a twinkling wonderland for all to enjoy. Only 20 homes have been selected for this year's […] |
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Effingham County FISH Organization is sponsoring the Annual Effingham County Christmas Day Dinner on Thursday, December 25, 2025. A congregate meal, as well as delivery and curbside pickup, is available. The congregate meal will begin at 12:30pm at the Effingham Event Center, 1501 W. Fayette Ave., Effingham, IL. Delivered meals will be delivered after 10am. […] Celebrate the season with Centenary United Methodist Church's illuminated drive-thru Advent Calendar. The Drive-Thru is on display every evening through Wednesday, December 31st. |
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EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course. Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Dieterich Tournament Game 1 – Ramsey vs. Dieterich, 11:30 a.m. Game 2 – Grayville vs. South Central, 1 p.m. Game 3 – Red Hill vs. Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 2:30 p.m. Game 4 – Robinson vs. Grayville, 4 p.m. Game 5 – South Central vs. Sullivan, 5:30 p.m. Game 6 – Dieterich vs. […] |
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EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course. Running November 28 - December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. “Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with […] Friday, December 19th, Deadline at midnight for Locker Blessing Registration Saturday, December 27th, 8am - 3pm, Shumway (Locker Blessings) Please call 217-868-5293 or 217-240-0059 to sign up, or go to our website and book your own date & time: www.my-christian-space.com then select either Shumway or Mason. Shumway location is at (old grade school) 304 S. […] This holiday season, Visit Effingham invites you to celebrate the return of a beloved community tradition - the Holiday Lights & Festive Sights Tour! Back for another year of sparkle and holiday cheer, this festive tour turns Effingham into a twinkling wonderland for all to enjoy. Only 20 homes have been selected for this year's […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Dieterich Tournament Game 7 – Ramsey vs. Red Hill, 11:30 a.m. Game 8 – Sullivan vs. Grayville, 1 p.m. Game 9 – South Central vs. Robinson, 2:30 p.m. Game 10 – Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City vs. Ramsey, 4 p.m. Game 11 – Robinson vs. Sullivan, 5:30 p.m. Game 12 – Dieterich vs. Cowden-Herrick/Beecher […] |
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Celebrate the season with Centenary United Methodist Church's illuminated drive-thru Advent Calendar. The Drive-Thru is on display every evening through Wednesday, December 31st. NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE Arizona at Cincinnati, noon Pittsburgh at Cleveland, noon New Orleans at Tennessee, noon Jacksonville at Indianapolis, noon Tampa Bay at Miami, noon New England at New York, noon Seattle at Carolina, noon New York Giants at Las Vegas, 3:05 p.m. Philadelphia at Buffalo, 3:25 p.m. Chicago at San Francisco, 7:20 p.m. |
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HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Effingham/Teutopolis Christmas Classic At Teutopolis Game 1 -- Charleston vs. Champaign Centennial, 3 p.m. Game 3 -- St. Anthony vs. Chicago Brooks, 4:30 p.m. Game 5 -- Newton vs. Oregon, 6 p.m. Game 7 -- Pleasant Plains vs. Teutopolis, 7:30 p.m. At Effingham Main Gym Game 2 -- Dixon vs. Lawrenceville, […] |
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This holiday season, Visit Effingham invites you to celebrate the return of a beloved community tradition - the Holiday Lights & Festive Sights Tour! Back for another year of sparkle and holiday cheer, this festive tour turns Effingham into a twinkling wonderland for all to enjoy. Only 20 homes have been selected for this year's […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Effingham/Teutopolis Christmas Classic At Teutopolis Game 9 -- Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 3, 9:30 a.m. Game 11 -- Loser Game 5 vs. Loser Game 7, 11 a.m. Game 13 -- Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 3, 12:30 p.m. Game 15 -- Winner Game 5 vs. Winner Game 7, […] |
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A new exhibit highlighting the courageous stories of freedom seekers and the multi-racial conductors who assisted them on the Underground Railroad in Illinois are featured in a new exhibit Journey to Freedom: Illinois’ Underground Railroad. This will be on display in the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site's Visitor Center - Sargent Gallery, now through […] Celebrate the season with Centenary United Methodist Church's illuminated drive-thru Advent Calendar. The Drive-Thru is on display every evening through Wednesday, December 31st. HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Effingham/Teutopolis Christmas Classic At Teutopolis Game 23 -- Winner Game 13 vs. Winne Game 15, 7:30 p.m. At Effingham Auxiliary Gym Game 25 -- Loser Game 19 vs. Loser Game 21, 8:30 a.m. Game 26 -- Loser Game 17 vs. Loser Game 18, 11:30 a.m. (11th-12th place) Game 27 -- Winner […] A New Year's Eve Evening of Music will be at the Effingham American Legion Post 120. Snacks and finger foods will be served on December 31. Max Heuerman will be playing from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. The public is welcome. Come join the fun! |
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NEW YEAR’S DAY MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Eastern Illinois University at Southeast Missouri, 7:30 p.m. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources invites residents to step into 2026 with a First Day Hike at an Illinois state park on New Year’s Day. IDNR is hosting self-guided hikes at 17 state parks across Illinois on Jan. 1. These free, family-friendly hikes are available to the public. Among the participating parks are these […] American Red Cross Blood Drives in January: January 1, Thursday, St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Charleston, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM January 4, Sunday, St Joseph Stringtown Community Club, Stringtown, 6:30 AM - Noon January 5, Monday, Teutopolis Banquet Hall, 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM January 6, Tuesday, Casey United Methodist Church, Noon - 6:00 […] |
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HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Hillsboro at Altamont, 6 p.m. Girls Wrestling Effingham, Cumberland at Marion Invitational, 9 a.m. JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Effingham at Lawrenceville Parkview, 6 p.m. |
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HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Neoga vs. Shelbyville at Lake Land College, 1 p.m. Charleston at Newton, 4 p.m. Vandalia at North Clay, 5 p.m. Grayville at St. Elmo/Brownstown, 3 p.m. Girls Basketball Altamont at Robinson (girls varsity only), 11 a.m. Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Okaw Valley, 10:30 a.m. FRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE Boys Basketball Effingham at Olney Freshman/Sophomore Tournament, […] |