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Rep. Patrick Windhorst – Legislation Dealing with Disabled Police Officers Given Committee Approval

Under the Downstate Police Article of the Pension Code, there is a provision that stipulates that in the case of an emergency, a disabled police officer, regardless of age, may be assigned to duty without right to compensation as so directed by the chief... Read More.

Rice Motors Celebrates 90 Years Serving the Tri State

Friday, March 26 by Jc Tinsley

47,332,800 minutes. That’s 90 years Rice Motors has been serving the Tri-State. It all began a few years prior to March 26, 1931 however when Scott and Todd Rice’s grandfather, Clarence dipped his toe in the car sales water. The eldest Rice found himself quite... Read More.

Sen. Bailey Pushes for Tax Credit for Families Paying for Long Term Care

Friday, March 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD- Long-term care expenses can be incredibly expensive for patients and their family members. State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) has filed legislation aimed at offering some financial help for those who have to cover the costs. "Times are tough for families across the state. If... Read More.

ISP District 19 Responds to Traffic Crash in Wayne County Thursday Morning

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois State Police District 19 responded to a personal injury traffic crash this (Thursday) morning around 7:20 a.m. in Wayne County. 62 year old, John Peery, of Louisville, KY, was traveling east on Interstate 64, approximately ¼ mile west of milepost 107 in Wayne... Read More.

Collaborative Checkoff Partnership Leads to Sustainable Soybean Oil Commitment from Goodyear

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Goodyear’s sustainable soybean oil procurement policy will drive increasingly stronger annual demand for soybean oil decades into the future.

Vaccine Oportunities; Egyptian Health and Others

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

As of Monday, March 22, higher education staff,... Read More.

Help the Red Cross Refuel the Blood Supply

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Race to give blood for a chance to win a trip for four to the 2022 Indianapolis 500®NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 25, 2021 — The American Red Cross is calling for donors of all blood types, especially those with type O blood, to race to

Egyptian Health Department Reports 2 New COVID-19 Cases Wednesday

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified Wednesday of 2 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include:Saline County1 female in her teens Gallatin County... Read More.

Popularity for Illinois’ Dual Credit Program Continues to Rise with Illinois High School Students

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

More than 500,000 students have earned early college credit before High School graduation since 2010SPRINGFIELD (March 18, 2021) – Over the last decade, Illinois’ Dual Credit Program has seen a steady enrollment increase of more than 5.9% annually with more... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 2,793 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

More than 5 million doses of vaccine administered in Illinois SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 2,793 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 20 additional deaths.- Champaign County: 1 female 60s - Cook County: 1 female... Read More.