Local News

Funeral Arrangements and Letter from a friend released for Stanley Lewis

Thursday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

On 31 March a local man was unexpectedly called home by God. The angels came and escorted him, first class, to heaven. See, that is the kind of person he was, first class. Stanley Lewis was tragically killed in a... Read More.

Carmi City Council Purchases New Street Cleaner at Tuesday Night Meeting

Wednesday, April 7 by Jc Tinsley

The days of watching the Carmi street sweeper pitifully attempt to clean throughfares about town are about to end. The City of Carmi was facing the purchase of a new piece of equipment or ceasing the efforts of the inadequate machine. In the end,... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND

Wednesday, April 7 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode of Open Line ON DEMAND, Jc sits down with Dr. Jessica Cook to talk about pelvic health.

Sen. Bailey Files Legislation to Eliminate FOID Cards

Wednesday, April 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD- Noting the negative impact that the backlog of unprocessed FOID (Firearm Owners IDentification) card applications has had on people’s second amendment rights, State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) has filed legislation to eliminate the state’s FOID program. "FOID cards may have served a purpose in the... Read More.

Hamilton County Health Department Reports 1 New COVID-19 Case Tuesday

Wednesday, April 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Hamilton County Health Department was notified Tuesday of 1 additional positive case of COVID-19. 1 female in her 20’s To date: There have been 790 lab-confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Hamilton County. 17 people who were positive lab-confirmed cases passed away. 769 people... Read More.

Wayne and Edwards County Election Results

Wednesday, April 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

In Wayne County’s Election, with a voter turnout of 26%, Mike Dreith was elected Fairfield Mayor. In Cisne, Roy Atwood was re-elected Mayor. Fairfield’s Alderman races were tightly contested, with one still up in the air. In Ward 2, Larry Vest, Angel Maguire, and Clifford Reever.... Read More.

State of Illinois Receives $124 Million from Federal Government to Expand COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts

Wednesday, April 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Additional funding will build on state’s equity focus and help reach underserved communitiesSPRINGFIELD – The State of Illinois will receive an additional $124 million in funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to further expand its robust COVID-19 vaccination program, including more... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 2,931 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Wednesday, April 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 2,931 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 13 additional deaths.- Cook County: 2 males 40s, 1 male 70s - Knox County: 1 female 80s - Lake County: 1 male 50s - Livingston County: 1 female... Read More.

USDA Forest Service Announces New Shawnee National Forest Supervisor

Wednesday, April 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Harrisburg, IL, April 6, 2021— Eastern Regional Forester Gina Owens recently announced the selection of Mike Chaveas as the Shawnee National Forest’s new Forest Supervisor.“We look forward to having Mike lead the Shawnee National Forest. Mike’s experience and skillset will provide direction for strengthening... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports Zero New Cases of COVID Tuesday

Wednesday, April 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department is happy to announce that zero new cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) were reported for April 6, 2021. Please remember to continue to... Read More.