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Public Health Officials Announce 1,655 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Thursday, March 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Vaccine allocation data now posted on the IDPH website SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 1,655 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 17 additional deaths.- Boone County: 1 male 70s - Cook County: 1 female 40s, 1 male... Read More.

Area Closure Order Lifted – Feral Swine Operations End

Thursday, March 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Harrisburg, IL. March 17, 2021— The Shawnee National Forest, in cooperation with USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection (APHIS) - Wildlife Services, has completed the feral swine (wild pigs) eradication operations in the Lusk Creek Wilderness and surrounding areas in Pope County, Illinois of... Read More.

FMH PRESENTS MARCH EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

Thursday, March 18 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. Robert Koker, who works in Plant Operations at Fairfield Memorial Hospital, was selected as the March... Read More.

PRITZKER ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCES A RECORD 41,000 BUSINESSES SERVED BY STATEWIDE NETWORK OF SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTERS IN 2020

Thursday, March 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

State investments expanded services to double the number of small businesses served while helping yield over $150 million in financial assistance for those facing challenges brought by COVID-19 CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced that 2020 was a... Read More.

The Illinois Commerce Commission Names Michael Merchant Executive Director

Thursday, March 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Illinois Commerce Commission announced today that Michael Merchant has been named the agency’s new Executive Director. Merchant fills the vacancy left by Christy George, who went on to become the First Assistant Deputy Governor, Budget & Economy at the Office of the Governor.Having... Read More.

Forensic Falcons Win 2021 International Forensic Association Tournament

Thursday, March 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

HARRISBURG, IL (March 17, 2021) – Southeastern Illinois College’s Forensic Falcons were named team champions at the 31st International Forensic Association (IFA) Tournament March 14, earning first place in both the community college division and in overall sweepstakes. To earn the prize, the Falcons bested top competitors... Read More.

SIC Board Talks Top Teams, State Funding, Nursing Pass Rates and More

Thursday, March 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

HARRISBURG, Ill, (March 17, 2021) -- The Southeastern Illinois College Board of Trustees met Tuesday, March 16, at 6 p.m. in the Heritage Room in the student center to approve an early retirement incentive for faculty, hear of a new international championship by the speech... Read More.

RLC Renovation Gets Support From Tony Wielt State Farm

Thursday, March 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Tony Wielt with State Farm presented a $25,000 gift to support a major renovation to the Rend Lake College Learning Resource Center on the Ina campus. Wielt and his wife, Julie, were joined Friday at the LRC by RLC President Terry Wilkerson, RLCF CEO... Read More.

Sen. Bailey Files Legislation to Help Foster Families Cover Expenses

Thursday, March 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD- Families who chose to bring a foster child into their home could soon receive some financial help from the state due to legislation filed by State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville). Senate Bill 1811 would create a state income tax credit equal to foster care expenses,... Read More.

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Congresswoman Miller Introduces the Working Families Flexibility Act

Thursday, March 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Mary Miller (IL-15) introduced the Working Families Flexibility Act to the House. This is her second bill after the Safety & Opportunity for Girls Act.This bill would provide more workplace freedom and flexibility. Specifically, this legislation would expand paid time off options... Read More.