Local News

White County Solar and Wind Public Hearing

Tuesday, April 23 by Nicole Behnke

Justin Greenley from Bellwether presented the Solar and Wind Ordinances for the state to the White County board. The requirements, liability and insurance reports, permitting and maintenance conversations were discussed, but public comments were only left with a couple of minutes to voice their...

Local Sports Recap – April 23, 2024

Tuesday, April 23 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap Brought to you by: Deep South in McLeansboro Wabash Senior Living & Rehabilitation in Carmi Silver Foxes Senior Living & Rehabilitation in McLeansboroThe Carmi-White County Lady Bulldog softball team defeated Mt. Vernon (IN) yesterday afternoon by a final score of 5-0.

Fort Branch Woman Arrested

Monday, April 22 by Nicole Behnke

The White County Sheriff's Department arrested 33-year-old Daisha Cardinal of Fort Branch, Indiana on a warrant out of Gibson County, Indiana.The warrant was for a Failure to Appear for a charge of Assisting a Criminal. Cardinal is being held in the White County Jail.

WCSD, NCPD, and the U.S. Marshals Service make Joint Arrest

Monday, April 22 by Nicole Behnke

Roy A. Rector was wanted out of Saline County for Robbery and DOC for Violation of Parole. Rector was believed to be at a residence at Sandy Run Lake, outside of Norris City, when the White County Sheriff's Department and Norris City Police Department,...

Two CWC Softball Games Canceled for This Week

Monday, April 22 by Cole Carter

CWCHS Athletic Director Kurt Simon announced Monday afternoon that two CWC Softball games have been canceled this week.Games scheduled for Tuesday (4/23) vs Eldorado, and Thursday (4/25) at Eldorado have been canceled due to low numbers for Eldorado.The Lady Bulldogs will receive forfeit wins...

Refund for Patti’s Place, Kiwanis Donation, and More for Hamilton County Board

Monday, April 22 by Nicole Behnke

The Hamilton County Board met on Tuesday with a long list of items to approve.A refund was granted to Patricia Irvin with Patti's Place for $1,750 for the Class A Liquor License. Board Chairman Kelly Woodrow explained why the board felt the need to...

Colyer Coffee House in Albion Ravaged by Fire Saturday

Monday, April 22 by Jc Tinsley

The historic building that housed Colyer Coffee House in Albion was ravaged by fire Saturday. Officials say no one was inside or injured and while the inside is a total loss, firefighters were able to save the structure itself. Owners say they will be...

Nearly 5,000 Pounds of Pet Food Donated Thanks to Local Business Initiatives

Monday, April 22 by Jc Tinsley

Between Little Sprouts Learning Center, State Farm Agent Dave Matheny, and donations from a few other businesses, about 5,000 pounds of dog food has been donated to benefit at risk animals in White County. The businesses held incentivized fundraisers to help out the non-profit...

Local Sports Recap – April 22, 2024

Monday, April 22 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap Brought to you by: Deep South in McLeansboro Wabash Senior Living & Rehabilitation in Carmi Silver Foxes Senior Living & Rehabilitation in McLeansboroThe Carmi-White County Lady Bulldog softball team defeated Richland County on Saturday by a final score of 6-0.Audrey...

Foot Chase and Warrant Lands Carmi Man in Jail

Friday, April 19 by Nicole Behnke

After a brief foot pursuit, Carmi Police were able to catch 31-year-old Harley Lewallen.Lewallen was wanted by authorities on a White County warrant for Aggravated Domestic Battery. Police arrested Lewallen for the warrant, along with a charge of Resisting/Obstructing a Peace Officer.