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NOMINATING PETITIONS AVAILABLE FOR ILLINOIS COMMODITY BOARD SEATS

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Farmers who would like to run for a three-year-term on the Illinois Corn Marketing Board (ICMB), the Illinois Soybean Program Operating Board (ISPOB), or the Illinois Sheep and Wool Marketing Board (ISWMB) can now start circulating nomination petitions.Petitions are available through... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 3,790 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Thursday, April 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 3,790 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 28 additional deaths.Adams County: 1 male 70s Cook County: 1 male 30s, 1 male 50s, 1 female 60s, 1 male 60s,... Read More.

FERRELL HOSPITAL TO OFFER WALK-IN COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS

Thursday, April 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

No appointment will be needed for the next Ferrell Hospital COVID-19 vaccine clinic, planned for Friday, April 16. The walk-in clinic will be held at College Heights Baptist Church, located at 2321 Illinois Avenue in Eldorado.Two different vaccines will be offered at different times. From... Read More.

Jefferson County CEO Trade Show Set for May 6

Thursday, April 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Come out and see the culmination of a year’s hard work as the latest class of Jefferson County CEO students showcase their individual business projects at the annual trade show.The 2021 Jefferson County CEO Trade Show will be an outdoor event taking place on... Read More.

Illinois State Police Announces March Activity and Enforcement

Thursday, April 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Nathan Douglas, announced activity and enforcement figures for the month of March. Troopers in District 19, which includesWabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,588 incidents during the month. Enforcement activity consisted of 614 citations... Read More.

White County Board to Meet Tuesday Following Public Hearing on Solar Farm

Thursday, April 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The White County Board will meet Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at the White County Courthouse. The meeting will be preceded by a Public Hearing on the new Solar Farm by Invenergy LLC at 6:30 p.m. The Board will consider the appointment of Braden Willis to... Read More.

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West Richland Center Open House April 21

Thursday, April 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The West Richland Center in Noble will host an Open House from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 21, showcasing the Olney Central College programs located at the site.This is a great opportunity to learn more about the many programs and services offered... Read More.

Swinford to Lead New SIC Men’s Basketball NCBBA Team

Thursday, April 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

HARRISBURG, Ill. (April 7, 2021) -- Sam Swinford of Marion is excited to be the newest coach of Falcon Men’s Basketball at Southeastern Illinois College. As a graduate of SIC and two-year starter for the Falcons, he understands the long history and tradition Read More.

FMH PRESENTS APRIL EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

Thursday, April 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Fairfield Memorial Hospital honors an employee each month who has been nominated by their peers for providing extraordinary patient care and customer service within and outside of the Hospital.Joy Koker, who works in Nutritional Services at Fairfield Memorial Hospital, was selected as the April 2021... Read More.

Hamilton County Health Department Reports 1 New COVID Case Wednesday

Thursday, April 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Hamilton County Health Department was notified Wednesday of 1 additional positive case of COVID-19. 1 female in her teens To date: There have been 791 lab-confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Hamilton County. 17 people who were positive lab-confirmed cases passed away. 770 people... Read More.