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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in October
DESCRIPTION:PrintRed Cross Blood Drives in October: \n10/1\, Thursday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/2\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/7\, Wednesday\, Grace United Methodist Church in Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, The Equity in Effingham\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/8\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n10/8\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building in Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n10/12\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/16\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n10/20\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/21\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/22\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA in Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/23\, Friday\, Lake Land College in Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/29\, Thursday\, St Michael Church in Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/29\, Thursday\, Clay City High School\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nFall into the habit of donating!  Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood from October 1 – 18. \nCome to give blood October 19 – 31 for a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email PLUS earn 200 bonus points toward exclusive Donor Rewards!  See rcblood.org/Maze for details. \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/47952-47952/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20261014T195451Z
CREATED:20261014T195451Z
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UID:49182-1792627200-1792713599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Rehearsals for Effingham Community Christmas Concerts
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49182-rehearsals-for-effingham-community-christmas-concerts-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20261020T155214Z
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UID:49362-1792627200-1792713599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Thursday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nTennis \nState Tennis Tournament — Singles: Abbie Lee (Teutopolis)\, Raegan Zerrusen (Teutopolis)\, Olivia Sornberger (Newton); Doubles: Nora Trupiano/Avery Jones (St. Anthony)\, Avery Probst/Cecilia Donsbach (Teutopolis \nVolleyball \nParis at Newton\, 5 p.m. \nCentralia Christ Our Rock Lutheran at South Central\, 6:15 p.m. \nEgyptian-Illini Conference Tournament \nMatch 8 — Third Pool A vs. Third Pool B\, 5:30 p.m. (fifth place) \nMatch 9 — Second Pool A vs. Second Pool B\, 6:30 p.m. (third place) \nMatch 10 — First Pool A vs. First Pool B\, 7:30 p.m. (championship) \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nGirls Basketball \nRobinson Nuttall at St. Anthony\, 6 p.m. \nNational Trail Conference Seventh-Grade Tournament \nAt Dieterich \nGame 7 — Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2\, 5:30 p.m. \nGame 8 — Loser Game 3 vs. Loser Game 4\, 6:45 p.m. \nGame 9 — Winner Game 3 vs. Winner Game 4\, 8 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49362-thursdays-schedule-83/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20261019T161501Z
CREATED:20261019T161133Z
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UID:49585-1792627200-1792713599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Medicare Class at Library
DESCRIPTION:PrintA Medicare Class – with Emily Garrard – will be from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.\, Thursday\, October 22nd \, at the Suzette Brumleve Memorial Effingham Public Library. \nLearn what choices you have with Medicare!  We will discuss Medicare parts A and B\, Medicare supplemental coverage\, delaying Medicare benefits\, and Medicare eligibility. \nAges 19+. \nRegistration required. \nVisit effinghamlibrary.org\, email info@effinghamlibrary.org or call 217-342-2464\, Ext. 1\, to learn more about this or other library programs.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49585-medicare-class-at-library-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20260923T002759Z
CREATED:20260923T002759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T002759Z
UID:47442-1792627200-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Harvest of Hope for Mae's Miracle
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47442-harvest-of-hope-for-maes-miracle-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTSTAMP:20260930T160702Z
CREATED:20260930T160440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T160702Z
UID:47954-1792713600-1792799999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in October
DESCRIPTION:PrintRed Cross Blood Drives in October: \n10/1\, Thursday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/2\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/7\, Wednesday\, Grace United Methodist Church in Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, The Equity in Effingham\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/8\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n10/8\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building in Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n10/12\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/16\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n10/20\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/21\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/22\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA in Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/23\, Friday\, Lake Land College in Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/29\, Thursday\, St Michael Church in Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/29\, Thursday\, Clay City High School\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nFall into the habit of donating!  Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood from October 1 – 18. \nCome to give blood October 19 – 31 for a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email PLUS earn 200 bonus points toward exclusive Donor Rewards!  See rcblood.org/Maze for details. \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/47954-47954/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTSTAMP:20261015T151657Z
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UID:49238-1792713600-1792799999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:CSS Art Auction & Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Print \nCome to the Teutopolis Banquet Hall on Friday\, October 23\, for the CSS Art Auction & Community Celebration–an evening to celebrate local artists with disabilities and our greater community of difference makers! \nFestivities begin at 5:00 p.m. with an artist reception\, delicious food and drinks\, and kid-friendly activities everyone can enjoy.  Admission is free! \nAt 6:00 p.m.\, be inspired as one-of-a-kind artwork created by talented CSS artists goes up for auction.  Every winning bid supports the CSS Art Program\, helping nurture creativity and self-expression for years to come. \nAfter the auction\, the celebration continues!  Jake & Mikayla will take the stage for an high-energy live performance to wrap up the evening. \nBring your family\, invite your friends\, even your neighbors\, and celebrate the incredible talents of the individuals we serve. We can’t wait to spend the evening with you! \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49238-css-art-auction-community-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTSTAMP:20261020T155340Z
CREATED:20261016T145910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T155340Z
UID:49364-1792713600-1792799999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Friday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nFootball \nClass 1A First Round \nRed Hill (Bridgeport) at Cumberland\, 7 p.m. \nSoccer \nRegionals\, TBA \nTennis \nState Tennis Tournament — Singles: Abbie Lee (Teutopolis)\, Raegan Zerrusen (Teutopolis)\, Olivia Sornberger (Newton); Doubles: Nora Trupiano/Avery Jones (St. Anthony)\, Avery Probst/Cecilia Donsbach (Teutopolis \nVolleyball \nHutsonville at Dieterich\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nGirls Basketball \nNational Trail Conference \nSeventh-Grade Tournament \nAt Dieterich \nGame 10 — Loser Game 5 vs. Loser Game 6\, 6 p.m. \nGame 11 — Winner Game 5 vs. Winner Game 6\, 7:15 p.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nWorld Series\, TBA
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49364-fridays-schedule-83/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTSTAMP:20261019T161416Z
CREATED:20261019T161300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T161416Z
UID:49589-1792713600-1792799999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Spooky Season Creation at Library
DESCRIPTION:PrintSpooky Season Creation will be from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.\, Friday\, October 23rd \, at the Suzette Brumleve Memorial Effingham Public Library.  Get creative this Halloween!  Youth will create and paint their own spooky clay craft\, choosing from pumpkins\, ghosts\, Frankenstein\, or witches.  Ages 9–12.  Registration required. \nVisit effinghamlibrary.org\, email info@effinghamlibrary.org or call 217-342-2464\, Ext. 1\, to learn more about this or other library programs.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49589-spooky-season-creation-at-library/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20261012T164526Z
CREATED:20261012T163523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T164526Z
UID:48962-1792713600-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Halloweenville Train Rides
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48962-halloweenville-train-rides-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20261013T181446Z
CREATED:20261012T162406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T181446Z
UID:48954-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Area Trick-or-Treat Times
DESCRIPTION:PrintFriday\, October 24 \nWatson\, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \n  \nFriday\, October 30 \nNewton\, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (rain date is October 31) \nSainte Marie\, 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. \nTeutopolis\, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \n  \nSaturday\, October 31 \nBrownstown\, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nEffingham\, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nKinmundy\, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nSigel\, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nStrasburg\, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48954-area-trick-or-treat-times-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20260511T203009Z
CREATED:20260511T202816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T203009Z
UID:37701-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham Farmer’s Market
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Effingham Farmer’s Market will be every Saturday\, from May 30th through October 31st.  The Market will be open from 8:00 – Noon on the old courthouse lawn. \nThere will be fresh produce\, baked goods\, plants\, and flowers\, as well as arts and crafts.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/37701-37701/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20260902T203720Z
CREATED:20260902T203518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T203720Z
UID:45843-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night Fundraiser for Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:Print \nSAVE THE DATE AND GET REGISTERED!  Register at https://tinyurl.com/trivianightfpce26 \nIt’s an evening of fun at our third annual TRIVIA Night Fundraiser for Youth Group! \nLemonade\, Tea\, Water\, and Popcorn are all provided. \nDecorate your tables! \nA Bake Sale will be held\, so baked goods will be available to purchase. \nWe would appreciate your signup ahead of time\, if possible. Someone will be in the church office\, Tuesday through Thursday from 10am to 3pm\, to pay entry fees and get your name on the list.  We will also take entry fees at the door.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45843-45843/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20261008T161101Z
CREATED:20261008T160209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T161101Z
UID:48726-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Paws For A Cause - 5k Run
DESCRIPTION:Print \nAt the Greenup Municipal Building
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48726-paws-for-a-cause-5k-run/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20261008T162216Z
CREATED:20261008T162216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T162216Z
UID:48734-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Greenup Halloween Celebration and Costume Contest
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48734-greenup-halloween-celebration-and-costume-contest-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20261008T211225Z
CREATED:20261008T210314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T211225Z
UID:48765-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Severe Storm Spotter Training
DESCRIPTION:Print \nThe Effingham County Emergency Management Agency in collaboration with the National Weather Service in Lincoln\, will be holding a Special Storm Spotter Training Class on Saturday\, October 24th\, from 10 a.m. to Noon.  This will be at the Effingham County Emergency Operations Center\, 311 Miracle Avenue\, Effingham. \nParticipants will learn the characteristics of severe thunderstorms and other associated threats\, severe weather-relevant cloud formations\, and weather safety practices. \nParticipants will also learn how they can be a National Weather Service SKYWARN volunteer and help keep our community safe\, by providing timely and accurate reports of severe weather directly to the National Weather Service. \nIn addition to the usual storm spotter training\, the NWS is providing a winter storm outlook with safety information\, and the NWS will also explain ways they provide incident support to first responders in Effingham County. \nParticipants should note: \n\nTraining lasts about 2 hours.\nThe class is free and open to the public.\nThe class is appropriate for all ages.  Ages 10 and up will likely get the most out of the training.\nPre-registration is NOT required.\n\nFor questions about the training\, please call the Effingham County Emergency Management Agency\, 217-540-1669 \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48765-48765/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20261020T155933Z
CREATED:20261016T150033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T155933Z
UID:49366-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Saturday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintHIGH SCHOOL \nFootball \nClass 2A Playoffs \nEffingham at Decatur  MacArthur\, 6 p.m. \nCross Country \nRegionals\, TBA \nSoccer \nEffingham Regional \nMatch 5 – Winner Match 3 vs. Winner Match 4\, 11 a.m. (championship) \nTennis \nState Tennis Tournament — Singles: Abbie Lee (Teutopolis)\, Raegan Zerrusen (Teutopolis)\, Olivia Sornberger (Newton); Doubles: Nora Trupiano/Avery Jones (St. Anthony)\, Avery Probst/Cecilia Donsbach (Teutopolis \nVolleyball \nSt. Anthony at Mahomet-Seymour Invitational\, 9 a.m. \nWindsor/Stewardson-Strasburg at Decatur Unity Christian\, 6 p.m. \nJUNIOR VARSITY \nVolleyball \nTeutopolis Junior Varsity Tournament\, TBA \nJUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL \nGirls Basketball \nNational Trail Conference \nSeventh-Grade Tournament \nAt Dieterich \nGame 12 — Winner Game 8 vs. Winner Game 10\, 9 a.m. (consolation championship) \nGame 13 — Loser Game 9 vs. Loser Game 11\, 10:15 a.m. (third place) \nGame 14 — Winner Game 9 vs. Winner Game 11\, 11:30 a.m. (championship) \nBoys Basketball \nTeutopolis\, Mahomet-Seymour at Taylorville Round Robin\, 9 a.m. \nMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL \nWorld Series\, TBA \nNASCAR \nUnited Rentals 250 at Talladega Superspeedway\, 2 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49366-saturdays-schedule-85/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20261016T161917Z
CREATED:20261016T161626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T161917Z
UID:49339-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Porkburger and Bake Sale for Mae's Miracle
DESCRIPTION:Print \nFeaturing porkburgers\, hot dogs\, chips\, and drinks\, along with delicious Bake Sale items. \nAll proceeds benefit Mae’s Miracle.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49339-porkburger-and-bake-sale-for-maes-miracle/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20261019T143814Z
CREATED:20261019T143338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T143814Z
UID:49542-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Stewardson Halloween Parade of Costumes
DESCRIPTION:Print \nGreat monetary prizes for costume winners in each category.\nServing soups (chili and chicken noodle)\, nachos\, hotdogs\, and drinks (tea\, lemonade\, soda\, and water).
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49542-stewardson-halloween-parade-of-costumes/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20261019T152245Z
CREATED:20261019T143950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T152245Z
UID:49548-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Beam-O-Ween
DESCRIPTION:Print \nBeam – o – Ween will be held on Saturday\, October 24 from 11:00am to 2:00pm \nThis is the 6th annual Halloween/Fall fun bash! \nBlack Cat Sundaes\, Bake Sale\, Quilt Raffle\, Basket Raffles\, Silent Auction\, and more! \nCostumes are optional and petting is free! \nBring the whole family for a day of fun and celebrating life! \nJim Beam’s Corner Cattery is located at 18086 US Hwy 45\, Effingham.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49548-beam-o-ween-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20261019T195221Z
CREATED:20261019T162936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T195221Z
UID:49594-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Kendal Balding Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49594-kendal-balding-memorial/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20261019T200347Z
CREATED:20261019T195530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T200347Z
UID:49621-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:EIU Homecoming
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49621-eiu-homecoming/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20261019T204356Z
CREATED:20261019T203539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T204356Z
UID:49625-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:A Call To The Cross
DESCRIPTION:Print \nSomething powerful is happening at the Cross at the Crossroads\, and YOU are invited! \nJoin Edgewood Full Gospel Church for A CALL TO THE CROSS; a night of worship\, the preaching of the Gospel\, and believing God for lives to be changed! \nThis event is FREE and open to EVERYONE!  Bring your family\, invite your friends\, and come expecting God to move! \nSkip the registration line!  Preregister today at efgcfamily.com/cross \nWe can’t wait to see you at the CROSS!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49625-a-call-to-the-cross-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20261020T163921Z
CREATED:20261020T163921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T163921Z
UID:49738-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast - Dieterich Fire Dept.
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49738-all-you-can-eat-breakfast-dieterich-fire-dept/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTSTAMP:20260915T202717Z
CREATED:20260915T202622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T202717Z
UID:46890-1792886400-1792972799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Soup Supper at Faith Lutheran Church
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46890-soup-supper-at-faith-lutheran-church/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTSTAMP:20261005T204117Z
CREATED:20261005T203643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T204117Z
UID:48379-1792886400-1792972799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:St. Clare Catholic Church Chili Supper
DESCRIPTION:PrintSt. Clare Catholic Church will be hosting a Chili Supper on Sunday\, October 25th.  Serving will be from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. \nThe menu will be your choice of chili or chicken noodle soup\, and a pulled-pork sandwich or hot dog\, plus dessert and a drink. \nThe Church is located at 216 North 9th Street in Altamont. \nFree will donations will be accepted. \nCarry outs are available.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48379-st-clare-catholic-church-chili-supper/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
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UID:48636-1792886400-1792972799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat at St. Mary's Church in Shumway
DESCRIPTION:Print
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48636-trunk-or-treat-at-st-marys-church-in-shumway/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTSTAMP:20261015T150756Z
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UID:49232-1792886400-1792972799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Halloween Parade - Red\, White & Boo... Celebrating America's 250th Birthday
DESCRIPTION:PrintThe Effingham Sunrise Rotary Club is excited to host the 2026 Halloween Parade on Sunday\, October 25\, at 2:00 p.m. \nThis year’s patriotic theme is “Red\, White & Boo…Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday” so get ready for an afternoon of creative floats\, costumes\, and entries inspired by the colors red\, white\, and blue – all with a Halloween twist! \nMillie Lange and Greg Sapp\, will serve as Parade Marshals. \nThe parade will kick off at Temple Avenue and Maple Street\, continue south on Maple\, turn east on Jefferson\, and end at Second Street. \nThe event will take place rain or shine. \nFor more information\, contact Nathan Earnest at 217-347-5181 or Becky Brown at 217-347-6283. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49232-halloween-parade-red-white-boo-celebrating-americas-250th-birthday/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTSTAMP:20261016T143742Z
CREATED:20261016T143644Z
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UID:49328-1792886400-1792972799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Chicken & Pork Loin Dinner - Farina Legion
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49328-chicken-pork-loin-dinner-farina-legion/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTSTAMP:20261016T150131Z
CREATED:20261016T150131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T150131Z
UID:49368-1792886400-1792972799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Sunday's Schedule
DESCRIPTION:PrintNASCAR \nYellaWood 500 at Talladega Superspeedway\, noon
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/49368-sundays-schedule-84/
CATEGORIES:Local Sports Calendar
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