Local News

Female Arrested Near Epworth

Wednesday, November 6 by Nicole Behnke

The White County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call that told officers a female was alongside the roadway on IL Highway 141 near Epworth Road. A Sergeant arrived at the scene, spotted the female, and ran a warrant check. Identification came back as New Haven resident...

Village of Norris City November Meeting

Wednesday, November 6 by Nicole Behnke

The Norris City village Board met in its regular session for over an hour Monday night. Scott Mareing was there and has this report…Amy Kauffman addressed the board, saying that she had never received the deed to the property she purchased over three months...

Open Line ON DEMAND – Norris City Chamber Of Commerce – November 2024

Wednesday, November 6 by Jc Tinsley

It's a new month and time for a new Member of the Month with the Norris City Chamber of Commerce. For November, we're highlighting Wabash Area Development, Incorporated. Danielle Browning and Ashley Garlick sit down with Jc to talk about the organization, the important...

Local General Election Results for Gallatin, White, Edwards, Hamilton, Wayne Counties

Wednesday, November 6 by Jc Tinsley

The votes are in and while federal and state get all the glory in general elections, there were some impactful decisions made on the local level as well around the region. White County turned out to the tune of 72% with 7,118 of a...

ISP Continue to Investigate Albion Death

Wednesday, November 6 by Jc Tinsley

Authorities remain mum on details surrounding a death investigation that happened just after the noon hour in Albion. Rumors began swirling around 5pm that Edwards County resident Circuit Judge Michael J. Valentine had been killed. Additional details including the manner of death and even...

Local Sports Recap – November 6, 2024

Wednesday, November 6 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapThe Carmi-White County Lady Bulldog Volleyball team defeated Massac County in 2 sets last night in the IHSA 2A Sectional Semifinal at Fairfield, 25-20, 25-22.The Lady Bulldogs improve to 36-2 on the year, they will face Newton...

Illinois State Police Working Death Investigation in Albion

Tuesday, November 5 by Jc Tinsley

According to the preliminary investigation the Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 8 was requested by the Edwards County Sheriff Office (ESCO) to assist with a death investigation that occurred on November 5, 2024 at approximately 12:15 p.m.The incident occurred...

23rd Annual HMH Foundation Dinner Slated for November 23, 2024

Tuesday, November 5 by Nicole Behnke

The Hamilton Memorial Hospital Foundation will host the 23rd Annual Foundation Dinner Gala on Saturday, November 23, 2024. The event will be held at the Hamilton County Senior High School with seating and silent auction opening at 5:00 p.m., and dinner following at 6:00...

Warrant Served to White County Inmate

Tuesday, November 5 by Nicole Behnke

After his transfer to the White County Jail on November 4th, a warrant was served to a White County inmate by the Carmi Police.34-year-old Enfield native Anthony Watkins was advised of his outstanding White County warrant for charges of Unlawful Use of Property, Unlawful...

Carmi Council Tackles Salaries, Library Roof, Christmas Bonuses and More Monday Night

Tuesday, November 5 by Jc Tinsley

A year ago, Lacey Bradshaw balked on Christmas bonuses for city employees, but not because she wasn’t in favor of them. She said on November 8, 2023 that the $60 plus $5 per year of longevity wasn’t enough. More at