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7 events,The Gym Bob’s Jamboree Show will be held on Sunday, February 1st, beginning at 1:00pm! It will be a great afternoon of all your favorite Classic & 90’s Country, and classic rock music, performed by the Gym Bob’s Jamboree Band and singers. Our special guest will be Bryor Rhodes of Beecher City! The Jamboree Show […] Volunteers are needed to walk with, or even just visit with, residents at Willowbrook Memory Care Facility in Effingham, on weekends. If interested, call Molly Fearday at 217-994-3364. Entry Forms can be completed at onsite registration OR can be found and filled out on the K of C website at: https://www.kofc.org/en/resources/faith-in-action-programs/community/free-throw-championship/1598-score-sheet.pdf St. Anthony Church will be displaying their annual “Luminaries for Life” on Saturday, January 31st, and Sunday, February 1st. From dusk to dawn, the church steps will be illuminated with decorated bags shining pro-life messages about respecting life from the moment of conception to natural death. Every January at the National March for Life, countless […] |
3 events,Have 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 […] HIGH SCHOOL Girls Basketball North Clay at St. Anthony, 6 p.m. Altamont vs. Neoga at Lake Land College, 6 p.m. Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Brownstown/St. Elmo, 6:15 p.m. South Central at Cumberland, 6 p.m. Dieterich at Robinson, 6 p.m. Pana at Newton, 5:30 p.m. Ramsey at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, 6 p.m. Breese Mater Dei at Teutopolis, 6 p.m. […] In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care is teaming up with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota, Roy Schmidt Honda, Northside Ford-Lincoln, Goeckner Bros. Inc. - Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, and Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. in Effingham to “Cram the Car” with nonperishable food items, hygiene products, and monetary donations […] |
3 events,A copy of the Emancipation Proclamation signed by Abraham Lincoln is now on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, giving the public a rare chance to see the historic document. Lincoln’s proclamation ordered an end to slavery in Southern states that took up arms against the United States during the Civil War, […] Have 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 […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball St. Anthony at Casey-Westfield, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) Mount Zion at Effingham, 5:30 p.m. Flora at Altamont, 5 p.m. Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Mulberry Grove, 6 p.m. South Central at Cumberland, 6 p.m. St. Elmo/Brownstown at Dieterich, 5 p.m. Neoga at North Clay, 5 p.m. Teutopolis at Newton, 6 p.m. Pana […] |
5 events,Have 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 […] The public can call the Effingham County SWCD office to have an order form emailed or mailed to them. VARSITY Girls Basketball South Central at St. Anthony, 6 p.m. (varsity only) MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Northwestern at University of Illinois, 8 p.m. Visit the St. Anthony Grade School's Open House on Wednesday, February 4th from 4:30-7:00pm to discover what makes the school special! Tour the building, meet Principal Rincker, and learn about the preschool through 8th grade programs, faith-based curriculum, and after-school care. No RSVP required—just stop by! Can’t make the Open House? No problem - call […] As Effingham High School prepares for the 2026-2027 school year, the school has scheduled its Orientation. The 8th grade Effingham Junior High students will make a morning visit to the school on Wednesday, February 4th to get information regarding their first year of high school including registering for classes. Any 8th grade student in the […] |
5 events,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 Altamont School District and the Project HELP Preschool program will be offering free developmental screenings to provide parents an opportunity to discover how their Two to Five Year-Old children are developing in the areas of speech, language concepts, and motor skills. Vision and hearing screenings will also be provided, free of charge! NOW is […] The Effingham County Health Department and Flying Buddha Fitness are hosting a Free Yoga Class at the Wright Family Center, 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 5th. Vicki Funneman of Flying Buddha Fitness, a certified yoga instructor, will lead participants through easy yoga movements suitable for beginners. Participants are encouraged to wear clothing that they can […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Marion at Effingham, 5:30 p.m. Girls Basketball Brownstown/St. Elmo at St. Anthony, 6 p.m. (KJ COUNTRY 102.3 AS EARLY AT 6:30 P.M.) Altamont at Teutopolis, 6 p.m. Nokomis at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 6 p.m. Neoga at Dieterich, 6 p.m. Casey-Westfield at Newton, 6 p.m. South Central at Wayne City, 6 p.m. Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg […] American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: 2/5, Thursday, Knights of Columbus Hall, Newton, Noon - 5:30 PM 2/6, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM 2/10, Tuesday, Mason Christian Church Annex, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, EIU Student Union Ballroom, Charleston, Noon - 4:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, Flora Church of […] |
5 events,The Altamont School District and the Project HELP Preschool program will be offering free developmental screenings to provide parents an opportunity to discover how their Two to Five Year-Old children are developing in the areas of speech, language concepts, and motor skills. Vision and hearing screenings will also be provided, free of charge! NOW is […] The 66th Annual Jazz Festival at Eastern Illinois University is where you can see John Clayton, the Grammy-winning bassist, composer, arranger, and producer. Clayton has worked with countless artists, including arranging Whitney Houston’s rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner” at the 1990 Super Bowl performance. Clayton's performance will be on Friday, February 6, at 7:30 […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Teutopolis at St. Anthony, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) Altamont at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 6 p.m. Dieterich at North Clay, 5 p.m. Neoga at Patoka, 6 p.m. Newton at Marshall, 5 p.m. St. Elmo/Brownstown at South Central, 6:15 p.m. Mulberry Grove at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, 6 p.m. Girls Basketball Mahomet-Seymour at Effingham, 6 p.m. […] In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care is teaming up with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota, Roy Schmidt Honda, Northside Ford-Lincoln, Goeckner Bros. Inc. - Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, and Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. in Effingham to “Cram the Car” with nonperishable food items, hygiene products, and monetary donations […] American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: 2/5, Thursday, Knights of Columbus Hall, Newton, Noon - 5:30 PM 2/6, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM 2/10, Tuesday, Mason Christian Church Annex, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, EIU Student Union Ballroom, Charleston, Noon - 4:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, Flora Church of […] |
6 events,The Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site will celebrate President Abraham Lincoln’s birthday with a free public event from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 7, in the House of Representatives chamber where Lincoln once served. Join us for a special afternoon of history, music, and community as we also kick off America’s 250th Birthday […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Altamont at East Alton-Wood River, TBA Newton at Cumberland, 1 p.m. North Clay at Patoka, 6:15 p.m. Robinson at Teutopolis, 1 p.m. Girls Basketball Newton at Cumberland, 2:30 p.m. North Clay at Wayne City, 2 p.m. FRESHMEN/SOPHOMORE Boys Basketball Neoga Freshman/Sophomore Tournament Game 3 -- Teutopolis vs. Winner Game 1, 10 […] The Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site is hosting a Cookie Decorating Workshop with a Valentine's Day Theme. Join Rebecca Clark, The Nerdy Baker, at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 7th for this hands-on, guided cookie decorating workshop! Piping bags, icing, and a cookie scribe are all provided, and by the end of the day, […] |
2 events,NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE Super Bowl At San Francisco Bay Area Seattle vs. New England, 5:30 p.m. |
4 events,Volunteers are needed to walk with, or even just visit with, residents at Willowbrook Memory Care Facility in Effingham, on weekends. If interested, call Molly Fearday at 217-994-3364. The start of a new year often comes with a list of resolutions. New Year’s resolutions are different for everyone, but one of the most common is to live a healthier lifestyle. If you’re hoping to improve your physical and mental health, there’s one option that often gets overlooked and benefits others: volunteering. Volunteering and […] HIGH SCHOOL Girls Basketball St. Anthony at Cumberland, 6 p.m. Father McGivney Catholic at Altamont, 6 p.m. Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Central A&M, 6 p.m. Neoga at Teutopolis, 6 p.m. North Clay at Robinson, 6 p.m. Oblong/Palestine/Hutsonville at Newton, 6 p.m. Centralia Christ Our Rock Lutheran at South Central, 6 p.m. Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Shelbyville, 6 p.m. […] |
7 events,This program will run through May 2026. If someone misses a session, that's no problem, as participants can register for another date. American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: 2/5, Thursday, Knights of Columbus Hall, Newton, Noon - 5:30 PM 2/6, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM 2/10, Tuesday, Mason Christian Church Annex, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, EIU Student Union Ballroom, Charleston, Noon - 4:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, Flora Church of […] Enduring Freedom Ministries February Calendar: Tuesday, February 10th, 4-6pm, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) Wednesday, February, 11th, noon - 2p.m., Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) Saturday, February 14th, 9a.m.-noon, Mason location is West Washington Street (Mason Civic Center) Wednesday, February, 18th, noon - 2p.m., Shumway […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Highland at Effingham, 6:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) St. Anthony at South Central, 6 p.m. (NO FRESHMAN/SOPHOMORE GAME) Neoga at Altamont, 6 p.m. Patoka at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 6 p.m. Cumberland at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, 7:30 p.m. Martinsville at Dieterich (VARSITY ONLY), 7:15 p.m. Newton at Oblong/Palestine/Hutsonville, 6 p.m. Grayville at North Clay, 6 […] |
6 events,The Food Pantry at Calvary Baptist Church will be taking orders for food bags on Monday, February 9th from 4:00-5:30. Call 217-342-6671 to place an order. Drive-up pick-up is on Wednesday, February 11th, from 4:00-5:00. All in need are welcome. Call 217-342-6671. Enduring Freedom Ministries February Calendar: Tuesday, February 10th, 4-6pm, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) Wednesday, February, 11th, noon - 2p.m., Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) Saturday, February 14th, 9a.m.-noon, Mason location is West Washington Street (Mason Civic Center) Wednesday, February, 18th, noon - 2p.m., Shumway […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Hillsboro Freshman Tournament Session 6: 6 p.m. First Place Orange Pool vs. Winner Session 4 (Main) Session 7: 6 p.m. First Place Black Pool vs. Winner Session 5 (Secondary) Girls Basketball Richland County, Olney at Effingham, 6 p.m. Brownstown/St. Elmo at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg (SHORTENED JV GAME), 6 p.m. Newton at Marshall, 6 […] In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care is teaming up with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota, Roy Schmidt Honda, Northside Ford-Lincoln, Goeckner Bros. Inc. - Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, and Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. in Effingham to “Cram the Car” with nonperishable food items, hygiene products, and monetary donations […] Three Chicks & a Stage will be holding auditions for their Spring Play “Pirate Island” on Wednesday and Thursday, February 11th and 12th. Auditions will be from 6:00pm - 8:00pm at the Effingham Elks Lodge. The show will be April 17th and 18th. For more info, visit 3chicksandastage.com or call at 812-783-0853. |
7 events,The public can call the Effingham County SWCD office to have an order form emailed or mailed to them. American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: 2/5, Thursday, Knights of Columbus Hall, Newton, Noon - 5:30 PM 2/6, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM 2/10, Tuesday, Mason Christian Church Annex, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, EIU Student Union Ballroom, Charleston, Noon - 4:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, Flora Church of […] Three Chicks & a Stage will be holding auditions for their Spring Play “Pirate Island” on Wednesday and Thursday, February 11th and 12th. Auditions will be from 6:00pm - 8:00pm at the Effingham Elks Lodge. The show will be April 17th and 18th. For more info, visit 3chicksandastage.com or call at 812-783-0853. HIGH SCHOOL Girls Basketball St. Anthony at Newton, 6 p.m. Richland County, Olney at Altamont, 5 p.m. Ramsey at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 6 p.m. Cumberland at Tri-County at Kansas, 6 p.m. Dieterich at Decatur Unity Christian, 6 p.m. Neoga vs. Arcola at Lake Land College, 6 p.m. Sandoval at South Central, 6:15 p.m. Casey-Westfield at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, […] Head downtown this Valentine’s weekend and show some love to our amazing small businesses! Bonus: You have all three days to complete your passport, so shop, dine, and explore at your own pace! Support local. Shop small. Win big. |
7 events,The VFW Auxiliary Meal will be on Friday, February 13, from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. On the menu: Butterfly pork chop, hashbrown casserole, vegetable, lemonade, tea, or coffee, and dessert for $8.00. The VFW is located at 2304 S. Veterans Drive in Effingham. Contact Chuck at 217-343-8313 for more information. American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: 2/5, Thursday, Knights of Columbus Hall, Newton, Noon - 5:30 PM 2/6, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM 2/10, Tuesday, Mason Christian Church Annex, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, EIU Student Union Ballroom, Charleston, Noon - 4:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, Flora Church of […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Flora at St. Anthony, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) Mahomet-Seymour at Effingham, 6 p.m. St. Elmo/Brownstown at Altamont, 5 p.m. Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, 5 p.m. Neoga at Oblong, 6 p.m. Richland County, Olney at Newton, 6 p.m. Mulberry Grove at South Central, 6 p.m. Teutopolis at Marshall, 6 p.m. Girls […] Head downtown this Valentine’s weekend and show some love to our amazing small businesses! Bonus: You have all three days to complete your passport, so shop, dine, and explore at your own pace! Support local. Shop small. Win big. |
7 events,The Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site is hosting Dr. Stacy Lynn, author of "Loving Lincoln: A Personal History of the Women Who Shaped Lincoln's Life and Legacy". Dr. Lynn will be on-site for a book signing and book talk on Saturday, February 14th at 2:00pm, during our Lincoln's Birthday Open House. The open house […] Enduring Freedom Ministries February Calendar: Tuesday, February 10th, 4-6pm, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) Wednesday, February, 11th, noon - 2p.m., Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) Saturday, February 14th, 9a.m.-noon, Mason location is West Washington Street (Mason Civic Center) Wednesday, February, 18th, noon - 2p.m., Shumway […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Wooden Shoe Shootout At Teutopolis Game 1 – Cumberland vs. Okaw Valley, 11 a.m. Game 2 – Mahomet-Seymour vs. Triad, 12:30 p.m. Game 3 – Casey-Westfield vs. Goreville, 2 p.m. Game 4 – Effingham vs. Nashville, 3:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) Game 5 – Normal Community vs. Alton, Game 6 – […] Head downtown this Valentine’s weekend and show some love to our amazing small businesses! Bonus: You have all three days to complete your passport, so shop, dine, and explore at your own pace! Support local. Shop small. Win big. |
5 events,St. Clare Catholic Church in Altamont will be hosting a Sausage Breakfast on Sunday, February 15, from 7:30 am until Noon. The menu includes sausage patties, ham, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, sweet rolls, sweet breads, milk, juice, and coffee. St. Clare is located at 216 N. 9th Street, Altamont, IL 62411. A free […] Mason Civic Center Presents a Valentine's Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday, February 15. Serving will be from 11:00am to 1:30pm. Spaghetti, Garlic Bread, Greens Beans, and Desserts are on the menu. Free Will Donations are appreciated. MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Indiana at University of Illinois, noon NASCAR Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway, 12:30 p.m. |
6 events,American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: 2/5, Thursday, Knights of Columbus Hall, Newton, Noon - 5:30 PM 2/6, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM 2/10, Tuesday, Mason Christian Church Annex, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, EIU Student Union Ballroom, Charleston, Noon - 4:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, Flora Church of […] HIGH SCHOOL Girls Basketball Class 1A Bluford Webber Regional Game 3 – Edwards County vs. Webber Township (Bluford), 6 p.m. Game 4 – Woodlawn vs. Lawrenceville, 7:30 p.m. Class 1A North Clay Regional Game 4 – Brownstown/St. Elmo vs. Red Hill (Bridgeport), 6 p.m. Game 5 – Dieterich vs. Altamont, 7:30 p.m. Class 1A Casey-Westfield […] Teutopolis 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. The game is TBD. Raffle Tickets are: 1/$20, 3/$50, or 7/$100. They'll be available until close to Opening Day, March 26. To get your chances, reach out to […] |
7 events,Volunteers are needed to walk with, or even just visit with, residents at Willowbrook Memory Care Facility in Effingham, on weekends. If interested, call Molly Fearday at 217-994-3364. The start of a new year often comes with a list of resolutions. New Year’s resolutions are different for everyone, but one of the most common is to live a healthier lifestyle. If you’re hoping to improve your physical and mental health, there’s one option that often gets overlooked and benefits others: volunteering. Volunteering and […] In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care is teaming up with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota, Roy Schmidt Honda, Northside Ford-Lincoln, Goeckner Bros. Inc. - Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, and Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. in Effingham to “Cram the Car” with nonperishable food items, hygiene products, and monetary donations […] American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: 2/5, Thursday, Knights of Columbus Hall, Newton, Noon - 5:30 PM 2/6, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM 2/10, Tuesday, Mason Christian Church Annex, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, EIU Student Union Ballroom, Charleston, Noon - 4:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, Flora Church of […] Boys Basketball Altamont at St. Anthony, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) Effingham at Taylorville, 6 p.m. Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City at Moweaqua Central A&M, 6 p.m. Martinsville at Cumberland, 6 p.m. Woodlawn at Dieterich, 6:15 p.m. Neoga vs. Tuscola at Lake Land College, 6 p.m. Newton at Casey-Westfield, 6 p.m. North Clay at Red Hill (Bridgeport), 6 […] |
4 events,Have 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 […] Enduring Freedom Ministries February Calendar: Tuesday, February 10th, 4-6pm, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) Wednesday, February, 11th, noon - 2p.m., Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) Saturday, February 14th, 9a.m.-noon, Mason location is West Washington Street (Mason Civic Center) Wednesday, February, 18th, noon - 2p.m., Shumway […] JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Volleyball National Trail Conference Eighth-Grade Tournament At Windsor At New Gym Match 1 -- Stewardson-Strasburg vs. St. Elmo/Brownstown, 4:30 p.m. Match 2 -- Dieterich vs. Effingham Sacred Heart, 5:30 p.m. At Old Gym Match 3 -- Neoga vs. Altamont, 4:30 p.m. Match 4 -- Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City vs. Windsor, 5:30 p.m. MEN’S COLLEGE […] |
4 events,Have 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 […] Enduring Freedom Ministries February Calendar: Tuesday, February 10th, 4-6pm, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) Wednesday, February, 11th, noon - 2p.m., Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) Saturday, February 14th, 9a.m.-noon, Mason location is West Washington Street (Mason Civic Center) Wednesday, February, 18th, noon - 2p.m., Shumway […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Dieterich at Grayville, 6 p.m. Neoga vs. Tri-County at Lake Land College, 6 p.m. Girls Basketball Class 1A Bluford Webber Regional Game 5 – Edwards County vs. Woodlawn, 6 p.m. (championship) Class 1A North Clay Regional Game 6 -- Brownstown/St. Elmo vs. Dieterich 6 p.m. (championship) Class 1A Mount Pulaski Regional […] |
7 events,Have 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 […] The public can call the Effingham County SWCD office to have an order form emailed or mailed to them. American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: 2/5, Thursday, Knights of Columbus Hall, Newton, Noon - 5:30 PM 2/6, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM 2/10, Tuesday, Mason Christian Church Annex, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, EIU Student Union Ballroom, Charleston, Noon - 4:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, Flora Church of […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Effingham at Mattoon, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) St. Anthony at Cumberland, 6 p.m. (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3) Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Altamont, 6:15 p.m. St. Elmo/Brownstown at Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City, 5 p.m. Dieterich at Robinson, 6 p.m. Neoga at Okaw Valley at Bethany, 6 p.m. Flora at Newton, 6 p.m. North Clay […] An FCCLA Soup Supper will be at Altamont Community High School, this Friday, February 20th. Serving will be from 5:30 - 8:00 pm in the FCS room. There will be your choice of Soup or Chili, roll or cornbread, homemade dessert, and iced tea or lemonade.. All for a free-will donation. All proceeds will benefit […] |
4 events,On Saturday, February 21st from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the Crossroads Beekeepers will be holding their annual bee school at the University of Illinois Extension Center, at 1209 North Wenthe in Effingham. This year's bee school is for anyone interested in beekeeping and will focus on basic skills and information needed for the beginning beekeeper. […] HIGH SCHOOL Wrestling State, TBA Track Cumberland at Mount Zion Indoor Meet, TBA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Volleyball National Trail Conference Eighth-Grade Tournament At Windsor New Gym Match 5 -- South Central vs. Winner Match 1, 9 a.m. Match 7 -- Sigel St. Michael vs. Winner Match 2, 10 a.m. Match 9 -- Loser Match 5 […] |
4 events,Teutopolis 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. The game is TBD. Raffle Tickets are: 1/$20, 3/$50, or 7/$100. They'll be available until close to Opening Day, March 26. To get your chances, reach out to […] There will be 20 unique baskets to win. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. |
2 events,American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: 2/5, Thursday, Knights of Columbus Hall, Newton, Noon - 5:30 PM 2/6, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM 2/10, Tuesday, Mason Christian Church Annex, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, EIU Student Union Ballroom, Charleston, Noon - 4:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, Flora Church of […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Class 1A Casey-Westfield Regional Game 1 – Chrisman at Casey-Westfield, 6 p.m. Game 2 – Broadlands Heritage at Arcola, 6 p.m. Game 3 – Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond at Cumberland, 6:30 p.m. Game 4 – Neoga at Moweaqua Central A&M, 6 p.m. Class 1A Tuscola Regional Game 1 – Martinsville at Tuscola, 6 p.m. […] |
6 events,You can register for one session or any number of them. This program will run on the dates linked below: September 30, 2025: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking93025 October 28, 2025: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking102825 January 27, 2026: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking012725 February 24, 2026: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking022426 March 24, 2026: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking032826 April 28, 2026: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking042826 May 19, 2026: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking051926 American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: 2/5, Thursday, Knights of Columbus Hall, Newton, Noon - 5:30 PM 2/6, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM 2/10, Tuesday, Mason Christian Church Annex, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, EIU Student Union Ballroom, Charleston, Noon - 4:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, Flora Church of […] HIGH SCHOOL Girls Basketball Class 1A Argenta-Oreana Sectional Game 1 –Mount Pulaski vs. Hume Shiloh, 6 p.m. Game 2 – Catlin Salt Fork vs. Cumberland, 7:30 p.m. (LISTEN ON 979XFM) Class 1A Wayne City Sectional Game 1 – Brownstown/St. Elmo vs. Christopher, 6 p.m. Game 2 – Sesser Valier vs. Edwards County (Albion), 7:30 p.m. […] |
5 events,Volunteers are needed to walk with, or even just visit with, residents at Willowbrook Memory Care Facility in Effingham, on weekends. If interested, call Molly Fearday at 217-994-3364. Have 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 […] The start of a new year often comes with a list of resolutions. New Year’s resolutions are different for everyone, but one of the most common is to live a healthier lifestyle. If you’re hoping to improve your physical and mental health, there’s one option that often gets overlooked and benefits others: volunteering. Volunteering and […] HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Class 1A Casey-Westfield Regional Game 5 – Casey-Westfield vs. Broadlands Heritage, 6 p.m. Game 6 – Cumberland vs. Central A&M, 7:30 p.m. Class 1A Tuscola Regional Game 5 – Tuscola vs. Hume Shiloh, 6 p.m. Game 6 – Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg vs. Macon Meridian, 7:30 p.m. Class 1A North Clay Regional Game 5 […] |
6 events,Have 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 […] In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care is teaming up with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota, Roy Schmidt Honda, Northside Ford-Lincoln, Goeckner Bros. Inc. - Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, and Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. in Effingham to “Cram the Car” with nonperishable food items, hygiene products, and monetary donations […] American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: 2/5, Thursday, Knights of Columbus Hall, Newton, Noon - 5:30 PM 2/6, Friday, Newton High School, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM 2/10, Tuesday, Mason Christian Church Annex, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, EIU Student Union Ballroom, Charleston, Noon - 4:00 PM 2/12, Thursday, Flora Church of […] HIGH SCHOOL Girls Basketball Class 1A Argenta-Oreana Sectional Mount Pulaski vs. Cumberland, 6 p.m. (championship) (LISTEN ON 979XFM) Class 1A Wayne City Sectional Brownstown/St. Elmo vs. Edwards County (Albion), 6:30 p.m. (championship) Class 2A Olney Sectional Paris vs. Teutopolis, 6 p.m. (championship) (LISTEN ON KJ COUNTRY 102.3) JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Volleyball Effingham at Cumberland, 4:30 […] |
9 events,Have 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 […] This is located at 100 Zumbahlen Avenue in Dieterich. Dine in, carry out, or drive through! Bake Sale held the same evening. HIGH SCHOOL Boys Basketball Class 1A Casey-Westfield Regional Game 7 – Casey-Westfield vs. Cumberland, 7 p.m. (championship) Class 1A Tuscola Regional Game 7 – Tuscola vs. Windsor/Stewardson-Strasburg, 7 p.m. (championship) Class 1A North Clay Regional Game 7 – Lawrenceville vs. North Clay, 7 p.m. (championship) Class 1A Altamont Regional Game 7 – Webber Township (Bluford) […] The 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. “Unsinkable Freedom” begins running at the museum on February 27, a […] |
9 events,The public can call the Effingham County SWCD office to have an order form emailed or mailed to them. In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care is teaming up with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota, Roy Schmidt Honda, Northside Ford-Lincoln, Goeckner Bros. Inc. - Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, and Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. in Effingham to “Cram the Car” with nonperishable food items, hygiene products, and monetary donations […] Enduring Freedom Ministries February Calendar: Tuesday, February 10th, 4-6pm, Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) Wednesday, February, 11th, noon - 2p.m., Shumway location is 304 South West Street (old grade school) Saturday, February 14th, 9a.m.-noon, Mason location is West Washington Street (Mason Civic Center) Wednesday, February, 18th, noon - 2p.m., Shumway […] Schedule: 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM: Plunger check-in & walk-up registration at the Lake Sara Pearson Building, 15250 N. Beach Rd., Effingham. 12:00 Noon: Polar Plunge kick-off, including costume judging. 1:00 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 […] JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Volleyball Class 7-1A Grayville Regional Match 1 -- Martinsville vs. Sigel St. Michael, 10 a.m. Match 2 -- Newton St. Thomas vs. Grayville, 11 a.m. Match 3 -- Altamont Lutheran vs. Effingham Sacred Heart, noon Class 7-1A Chrisman Scottland Regional Match 1 -- Philo St. Thomas vs. Findlay Okaw Valley, 9 a.m. […] Teutopolis 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. The game is TBD. Raffle Tickets are: 1/$20, 3/$50, or 7/$100. They'll be available until close to Opening Day, March 26. To get your chances, reach out to […] |