Cram the Car for Catholic Charities
In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month, HSHS Home Care is teaming up with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota and Roy Schmidt Honda in Effingham to “Cram the Car” with nonperishable food items, hygiene products and monetary donations for Catholic Charities’ food pantry. Donations for the annual event will be accepted the entire month […]
Springfield’s Historic Sites Celebrate Black History Month
Illinois state historic sites in Springfield present a variety of engaging hikes, talks, and tours to commemorate Black History Month in February. All events are free, open to the public, and require no reservations. Programs are put on in partnership with the Illinois State Museum; the Illinois State Military Museum; and Fever River Research. Visitors […]
Teutopolis Kindergarten Pre-Registration
Teutopolis Grade School is excited to announce that Kindergarten pre-registration is now open for the upcoming school year. Parents and guardians are encouraged to call the Teutopolis Grade School office to sign up their incoming kindergarten students. Pre-registration will be open through February 28th, so don’t miss the opportunity to ensure your child is enrolled […]
Saturday’s Sports Schedule
Volleyball Class 7-1A Mulberry Grove Regional Match 1 -- Effingham Sacred Heart vs. Grayville, 10 a.m. Match 2 -- Mulberry Grove vs. Pocahontas, 11 a.m. Match 3 -- Newton St. Thomas vs. Ramsey, noon Class 7-1A Sigel St. Michael Regional Match 1 -- Stewardson-Strasburg vs. Oakland Lake Crest, 10 a.m. Match 2 -- Sigel St. […]
Cheers! Event with Sarah Bush Lincoln
The Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Foundation’s annual Cheers! event is offering a night of fun at a new location, all in an effort to raise funds for the SBL Volunteer Guild scholarship program. Starting at 6 pm on Saturday, March 1, Cheers! will offer attendees a cocktail party, live music by the band 8South, a […]
Hometown Showdown at EPC with CEO
The Hometown Showdown Competition will be held on Saturday, March 1st, from 7-9pm at the EPC! It's a competitive game show, with 8 teams competing for bragging rights, giant trophy, and 10% of the profits donated to charity of the winner's choice. Hometown Showdown is sponsored by The Effingham CEO Class and will be hosted […]
Springfield’s Historic Sites Celebrate Black History Month
Illinois state historic sites in Springfield present a variety of engaging hikes, talks, and tours to commemorate Black History Month in February. All events are free, open to the public, and require no reservations. Programs are put on in partnership with the Illinois State Museum; the Illinois State Military Museum; and Fever River Research. Visitors […]