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Carmi Finding Balance Through Yoga with Launora

Thursday, June 1 by Jc Tinsley

The trick is to keep breathing. Inhale Exhale Yoga instructor Launora says folks may get into the exercise as a form of peaceful relaxation, it’s meditative qualities, while others are looking to to add strength, balance, and flexibility. For her, it all starts with... Read More.

Three Arrested For Possession Of Meth In Wayne County

Thursday, June 1 by WROY-WRUL News

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office made 3 meth arrests Monday during different events.The first event took place on Monday around 7 PM when deputies conducted a traffic stop on Mark Malone of Springerton. Malone and a passenger, 66-year-old Gregg Duckworth of Fairfield, were in... Read More.

IDOT/FAA Puts Brakes on Drag Racing at Carmi Airport

Thursday, June 1 by Jc Tinsley

In 2019, a TV producer for The Discovery Channel approached 13 airports throughout the region in the hopes of shooting a pilot program surrounding drag racing at their properties. Twelve of them said absolutely not according to Carmi Airport Manager Greg Brown. He says... Read More.

Governor Pritzker Making Stop In Fairfield Today To Promote State Budget

Thursday, June 1 by WROY-WRUL News

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker will be in Mount Vernon, Carbondale, and Fairfield today as part of showcasing his $50 Billion Dollar Budget.Pritzker will be making a stop at 10:30 this morning to announce a new manufacturing facility coming to town in Mount Vernon. Following... Read More.

OPEN LINE-On Demand- Albion Area Chamber Member of the Month Country Financial Steve Thomson

Thursday, June 1 by WROY-WRUL News

In this Episode of Open Line-On Demand- Heather talks with Albion Area Chamber of Commerce President Jessica Gwaltney along with Chamber Member of the Month Steve Thomson with Country Financial. Tune in to hear more... Read More.

Sigmund And Gilliam Arrested On White County Warrants

Thursday, June 1 by WROY-WRUL News

The Carmi Police Department arrested two on White County Warrant’s Wednesday and one remains in custody.27 year old Jason Sigmund of Stewart Street was taken into custody while at White County Probation on a White County Warrant for Failure to Appear for Possession of... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – June 1, 2023

Thursday, June 1 by Cole Carter

There is still time to sign up for Carmi-White County Bulldog basketball camp. Any boy or girl entering 2nd-8th grade can attend. The cost is $40 for those entering 2nd-4th grade, and $50 for those entering 5th-8th grade. The camp will... Read More.

Missouri Based Terrabis Sets Grand Opening Date for Grayville Dispensary

Wednesday, May 31 by Jc Tinsley

Set to open on June 17th, Grayville’s Terrabis is making final preparations before opening its first store in Illinois. Antonio DeRose says the company already has a strong presence in Missouri with five existing locations and a state of the art product manufacturing facility... Read More.

Hallam Arrested And Charged With Burglary, Theft And Resisting Arrest

Wednesday, May 31 by WROY-WRUL News

A Crossville woman is back behind after being arrested on multiple charges Monday. On May 29th, Sgt Craig Poole with the WCSD was dispatched to a residence in the county in regards to a burglary and criminal damage report. Sgt Poole spoke with the... Read More.

Blazier Taken Into Custody On IDOC Warrant

Wednesday, May 31 by WROY-WRUL News

A Carmi man is headed back to the Illinois Department of Corrections after being arrested on a parole violation. 38 year old Christopher Blazier of 10th Street was arrested just a little after 8 a.m. Tuesday during a traffic stop. A warrant was issued... Read More.