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CWCHS Games Postponed

Thursday, February 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The following games originally scheduled for 2/18 and 2/19 have been rescheduled for Saturday, March 6th.10 am - CWCHS Freshman Boys vs. Hamilton Co. 11:15ish - CWCHS JV Boys vs. Hamilton Co. 12:45ish - CWCHS Varsity Boys vs. Hamilton Co. 3:15ish - CWCHS JV Girls vs. Hamilton... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 1,795 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Thursday, February 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Weather continues to delay federal shipments of vaccines SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 1,795 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 24 additional deaths.- Cook County: 1 male 40s, 2 females 70s, 1 male... Read More.

Transportation Coalition: Illinois Budget Plan Reverses Progress on Capital Program

Thursday, February 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Transportation for Illinois Coalition today issued the following statement as Gov. Pritzker presented his Fiscal Year 2022 state budget proposal.TFIC is an umbrella organization of business, labor and transportation groups was formed more than 20 years ago to effectively advocate for... Read More.

Illinois Chamber responds to Governor Pritzker’s Budget Address

Thursday, February 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Chamber President and CEO Todd Maisch released the following statement on Governor Pritzker's Budget Address."The Illinois Chamber is opposed to the massive tax increase proposed by the Governor’s budget plan under the guise of "closing corporate loopholes." We understand that the state has... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE TO CONDUCT A NIGHTTIME ENFORCEMENT PATROL

Thursday, February 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi – Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Nathan Douglas, announces the ISP will conduct a Nighttime Enforcement (NITE) patrol in Saline and Gallatin Counties during March. NITE patrols allow the ISP to focus on preventing, detecting, and taking enforcement action in... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE TO CONDUCT OCCUPANT RESTRAINT ENFORCEMENT PATROLS

Thursday, February 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi – Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Nathan Douglas, announces the ISP will conduct Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols (OREP) in Wabash, Edwards, and Wayne Counties during March. OREPs allow the ISP to focus on safety belt and child safety seat laws.... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE ANNOUNCES THE USE OF ROADSIDE SAFETY CHECKS

Thursday, February 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi – Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 Commander, Captain Nathan Douglas, announces the ISP will conduct a Roadside Safety Check (RSC) in White County during March. The use of RSCs combine a strong sense of public awareness and enforcement in order to save... Read More.

IFRA: Ending Biodiesel Incentive and Cutting Tax Aid for Businesses Wrong Approach for New Illinois Budget

Thursday, February 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Fuel and Retail Association, representing Illinois gas stations and convenience stores, today issued the following statement in response to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022 as outlined in his speech today:“At a time when so many small... Read More.

FMH TO OFFER COVID VACCINATIONS TO THE PUBLIC

Thursday, February 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Fairfield Memorial Hospital will soon to be able to offer COVID vaccinations by appointment only to the public for anyone that falls into the Tier 1B category. You do not have to be a patient of Horizon Healthcare to receive this vaccination. Starting Wednesday,... Read More.

Rep. Severin Says Pritzker’s FY 22 Budget Relies on $1 Billion Small Business Tax Hike

Thursday, February 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) listened via Zoom to Governor JB Pritzker’s combined 2021 State of the State and FY 22 Budget Address on Wednesday. Severin says the format was as unique as the speech given by the usually affable and upbeat... Read More.