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CARMI CHAMBER ANNOUNCES MARCH MEMBER OF THE MONTH

The Carmi Chamber of Commerce would like to announce Joyner Therapy Services as their Member of the Month for March. "The Member of the Month program is a way to highlight businesses/organization in the community." Carmi Chamber Executive Director, Kelly Northcott said. "We are pleased... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 1,143 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Tuesday, March 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

More than 3 million doses of vaccine delivered to Illinois SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 1,143 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 20 additional deaths.- Cook County: 1 female 60s, 2 males 70s,... Read More.

Illinois American Water Lifts Conservation Measures for Customers in Pope, Saline, Hardin and Gallatin Counties

Tuesday, March 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Herod, Ill. – (March 1, 2021) – Illinois American Water has lifted the conservation notice to customers in Pope, Saline, Hardin and Gallatin Counties. Illinois American Water serves a portion of these areas.Water use is no longer restricted.Mike Brown, operations superintendent, thanked customers for... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 11 New COVID-19 Cases Monday

Tuesday, March 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified, Monday, of 11 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (7)1 female in her 30’s 1 male in his 30’s 1 female in her 40’s 1 male in his 40’s ... Read More.

Hamilton County Health Department Reports 1 New COVID-19 Case

Tuesday, March 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Hamilton County Health Department was notified of 1 additional positive case of COVID-19 Saturday. 1 female in her 30’s To date: There have been 763 lab-confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Hamilton County. 17 people who were positive lab-confirmed cases passed away. 740 people have... Read More.

Norris City Village Board Met Monday

Tuesday, March 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Norris City Village Board met last night at the Lions Club Building. The Village received four bids for work on Phase II of the water main replacement project. The law says the board must pick the lowest “reasonable” bid and the actual lowest bid... Read More.

RLC Lady Warriors Softball Preview

Tuesday, March 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

RLC Head Softball Coach Dawn McClellan said there is one big collective emotion coming into the season opener.“The thoughts of most of... Read More.

Rep. Severin Leads Bipartisan Coalition of Legislators and Educators Asking Governor Pritzker and IDPH to Allow 25 Percent Capacity at Extracurricular Events

Tuesday, March 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) is leading a bipartisan coalition of legislators in requesting... Read More.

National Ag Day, March 23, 2021

Tuesday, March 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Meet Carmi’s Newest Hair and Beard Parlor, The Rusty Razor by Melissa Barton

Monday, March 1 by Jc Tinsley

Born and raised and now running a business in her hometown, Carmi’s Melissa Barton cut the ribbon for her business The Rusty Razor Hair and Beard Parlor Monday morning. Looking and feeling your best is the name of the game and the shop already... Read More.