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RLC Renovation Gets Support From Tony Wielt State Farm

Thursday, March 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Tony Wielt with State Farm presented a $25,000 gift to support a major renovation to the Rend Lake College Learning Resource Center on the Ina campus. Wielt and his wife, Julie, were joined Friday at the LRC by RLC President Terry Wilkerson, RLCF CEO... Read More.

Sen. Bailey Files Legislation to Help Foster Families Cover Expenses

Thursday, March 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD- Families who chose to bring a foster child into their home could soon receive some financial help from the state due to legislation filed by State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville). Senate Bill 1811 would create a state income tax credit equal to foster care expenses,... Read More.

Congresswoman Miller Introduces the Working Families Flexibility Act

Thursday, March 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Mary Miller (IL-15) introduced the Working Families Flexibility Act to the House. This is her second bill after the Safety & Opportunity for Girls Act.This bill would provide more workplace freedom and flexibility. Specifically, this legislation would expand paid time off options... Read More.

Carmi Police Investigate a Stolen Bicycle and Make a Warrant Arrest Tuesday

Wednesday, March 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Gregory Burnett reported to Carmi Police, Tuesday afternoon, someone had stolen his son’s black Mongoose Brawler 20” bike sometime between Friday and Sunday. Burnett told Officers his son rode the bike to 1407 James Avenue and left the bike there. When they went back... Read More.

DONATION TO THE FAIRFIELD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Wednesday, March 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Clemence Elizabeth Cox Scholarship fund through the Jerry L. Cox Foundation has donated $300,000 to the scholarship program at Fairfield Memorial Hospital for nurses and other individuals seeking careers in the medical field. The scholarship provides financial assistance to students entering the medical field,... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 1,997 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Wednesday, March 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Record 7-day vaccine administration average at more than 102,500 doses daily SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 1,997 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 19 additional deaths.- Cook County: 1 female 40s, 1 female 60s, 2... Read More.

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Hamilton Co. Health Dept. Announces COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for McLeansboro, Dahlgren, and Broughton on 03/17/21

Wednesday, March 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

In an effort to reach individuals in the local communities where they reside, the Hamilton County Health Department will be holding three remote COVID vaccination clinics for all individuals in Phases 1a & 1b and Phase 1b Part 2 on Wednesday, March 17, 2021... Read More.

White County Board to Meet Thursday

Wednesday, March 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The White County Board will meet Thursday at noon to consider the updated Landscaping Plan, updated Decommissioning Plan, and the Application to Amend the Solar Farm Operating Permit to include additional acreage. The next regular White County Board meeting will be Tuesday, April 13, at... Read More.

Virtual Meetings Coming Up for RLC Radiologic Technology

Wednesday, March 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Are you interested in joining one of the most essential health care professions in the US? Rend Lake College can help!The next virtual informational meeting for RLC Radiologic Technology will be held Wednesday, March 17, at 6 p.m. over Zoom. RLC faculty will be... Read More.

White County 4-Hers Awarded 2021 Project Grants

Wednesday, March 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The White County Farm Bureau is pleased to award twelve White County 4-Hers with a 2021 4-H Project Grant. A total of $1,027.16 in grants were awarded. 4-Hers receiving a 2021 Project Grant are… Katelyn Allen (Vegetable Gardening) Kinsey Allen (Creative Arts) Kenley Black... Read More.