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Rep. Niemerg Still Fighting the ISBE Rule that Disrespects Teachers’ Individual Freedoms; Mandates Progressive Political Ideology: Public Forum * Monday, Feb. 8 * 6:00PM * Christ’s Church of Effingham

Monday, February 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

TEUTOPOLIS…State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) continues to encourage parents, teachers, and community leaders to register their opinions with the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) that will consider a proposal on February 16, drafted by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), entitled: “Culturally... Read More.

State Representatives Wilhour, Halbrook, Caulkins, Miller, Niemerg: Tracy Party Chairman Victory a Win for Conservatives

Monday, February 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Beecher City, IL- State Representatives Blaine Wilhour (R-Beecher City), Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville), Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur), Chris Miller (R-Oakland) and Adam Niemerg R-Dieterich) are issuing the following statement on the election of Don Tracy as Illinois Republican Chairman."Despite some news reports, Don Tracy... Read More.

Winter Weather Advisory Issued from 3:00 PM Today – 6:00 AM Tuesday

Monday, February 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory from 3:00PM Monday until 6:00AM Tuesday. ...Snow and Freezing Rain are expected this afternoon and tonight. A band of snow is expected to spread eastward along the I-64 corridor in southern Illinois and southwest Indiana... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 30 New COVID-19 Cases Over the Weekend

Monday, February 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified over the weekend (Saturday and Sunday) of 30 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (15)2 females in their teens 2 females in their 20’s 3 females in their 30’s ... Read More.

Carmi Police Make a Warrant Arrest and Investigate a Stolen Bicycle Thursday

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Russell A. Wardrip was arrested by Carmi Police Thursday afternoon on a White County Warrant for Theft over $500. Officers located Wardrip at 509 Sycamore Street and transported him to the White County Jail, where he remains held on $2500 cash bond. Carmi Police received... Read More.

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO HOST VIRTUAL HEMP SUMMIT

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will host a virtual Hemp Summit Tuesday, February 23. The free online event will take place from 9 am to noon with presentations from growers, processors, university researchers, industry stakeholders and IDOA staff.“We have had two... Read More.

Grayville City Council to Meet Monday

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Grayville City Council will meet Monday at 7:00 P.M. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, attendance is limited to the members of the Council, Clerk, Treasurer, City Attorney and news media. The public is invited to watch the meeting on Facebook live at facebook.com/cityofgrayville. In keeping with... Read More.

Rep. Niemerg Visits Campbell Energy in Carmi: Largest Oil Producer in the Illinois Basin Employs Over 125

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

TEUTOPOLIS…State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) met with president, Jacob Campbell, and some of the personnel of Campbell Energy, LLC in Carmi in January. As a new member of the Illinois General Assembly, Rep. Niemerg is meeting with industry and community leaders around the 109th... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 3,328 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 3,328 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 69 additional deaths.- Coles County: 1 female 90s - Cook County: 1 male 40s, 1 male 50s, 4 females 60s, 2 males 60s, 2... Read More.

State Public Safety Agencies to Monitor Winter Storm Needs Across the State

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Potential exists for frostbite, hypothermia as dangerous temperatures set in this weekend SPRINGFIELD, IL -- Governor JB Pritzker has directed state public safety agencies to work with state agencies and local jurisdictions to ensure the appropriate resources are available as artic cold temperatures... Read More.