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Open Line ON DEMAND – 4H Corn King and Queen Candidates

Tuesday, October 10 by Jc Tinsley

On Saturday, Kiwanis will crown it's newest Corn King and Queen. In this episode of Open Line, Jc visits with retiring royalty Grace McCarty and Breyton Sauls along with the fresh candidates for this year's honor. Listen in and meet the contenders.

Domestic Dispute Leads to Arrest

Tuesday, October 10 by WROY-WRUL News

A 22 year old resident of 504 West Fackney Street, here in Carmi was arrested over the weekend on several charges relating to a domestic dispute.Reca N. Brown was arrested after a complaint was signed stating she allegedly put a knife to the throat...

Tax Bill Reminder

Tuesday, October 10 by WROY-WRUL News

Tax Bill Reminder The first installment of the 2022 tax bills, payable in 2023 is coming up quick.Monday, October 16 is the due date for the first installment of White County taxes. The final installment is due on November 15.Tax payers are reminded the treasurer’s...

Chili Supper Set at Brownsville School

Tuesday, October 10 by WROY-WRUL News

Drive-Thru Chili SupperBrownsville School will host a drive thru Chili supper and raffle from 4:30 until 7:30 on Thursday, Oct. 26.Chili will be sold by meal or container to go.A meal is $5 for chili, cheese, crackers and a dessert. Chili sold by the...

Road Closed

Tuesday, October 10 by WROY-WRUL News

The City of Carmi announced a road closure for today, (Tuesday, Oct.10), weather permitting.The road will close at 8 a.m. and likely remain closed through about 2 p.m. The closure will be on Sycamore Street between James Avenue and County Road 1000 East, do...

Local Sports Recap – October 10, 2023

Tuesday, October 10 by Cole Carter

Back on Friday the Carmi-White County Bulldog football team defeated Edwards County by a final score of 44-7 to improve to 6-1 on the season and to clinch an IHSA playoff berth for the 3rd straight year, and the 18th time under...

Carmi Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Best Monday Night at 79th Annual Dinner

Monday, October 9 by Jc Tinsley

Typically one of Carmi’s starchiest nights, the Carmi Chamber of Commerce’s 79th Annual Dinner provided a distinct neighborly feel Monday evening. All three of the award recipients were characterized by their hospitable, kind, and community first dispositions. WROY/WRUL’s own Cole Carter has been recognized...

Local Businesses Among Those Awarded Small Business Grants for B2B Restaurants, Hotels and Arts

Monday, October 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has announced the conclusion of it’s Back to Business (B2B) Restaurants, Hotels and Arts program with $156 million provided in relief funds. Through these three programs, nearly 4,000 grants went to businesses...

Severin Co-Sponsors Bill to Protect Private Data of Law-Abiding Gun Owners

Friday, October 6 by Jc Tinsley

As a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the firearms and magazine ban signed by Gov. Pritzker in January 2023 works through the judicial system, State Rep. Dave Severin is co-sponsoring legislation that would protect the private information of law-abiding gun owners. HB 4150...

IRPB Bringing Oil Focus to Carmi on Eve of Corn Day

Friday, October 6 by Jc Tinsley

Corn won’t be the only Carmi export celebrated this week. The Second Annual Illinois Basin Celebration will be hosted in Carmi on Friday from 9am – 4pm at the 404 Seed Station. Illinois Petroleum Resources Board Director Seth Whitehead says he expects more than...