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FMH CELEBRATES NATIONAL RURAL HEALTH DAY

Thursday, November 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Fairfield Memorial Hospital will join the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) and other State/National rural stakeholders in celebrating National Rural Health Day on Thursday, November 19, 2020. NOSORH created National Rural Health Day as a way to showcase rural America; increase... Read More.

Chamber Announces Intention to Award Business Grant to the Tune of $2,500

Thursday, November 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

One of the important questions the Carmi Chamber of Commerce has repeatedly asked itself over several decades is how to best show value to it’s membership. A new initiative aims to deliver on that “what’s in it for me” question in the form of... Read More.

HMHD TO MODIFY PATIENT VISITOR RESTRICTIONS

Thursday, November 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

(McLeansboro, IL) – For the health and safety of our patients and care team, Hamilton Memorial Hospital District (HMHD) will modify visitor restrictions to the hospital beginning today, (Thursday, November 19th) Only one visitor over the age of 18 per eligible patient allowed at... Read More.

Carmi Rotary Club Drive-Through Chili Supper Friday

Thursday, November 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Carmi Rotary Club is getting an event in just under the wire with Illinois’ slide backwards to Tier 3. Rotary president Dr. Patrick Haskell says the chili supper will be a drive through event this Friday, November 20th from 5p – 7pm. Folks are... Read More.

HAMILTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT CEO HONORED WITH THE 4 UNDER 40 AWARD

Thursday, November 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

(McLeansboro, IL) Hamilton Memorial Hospital District (HMHD) Chief Executive Officer, Victoria Woodrow named one of the “4 Under 40” at the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN) annual conference.The “4 Under 40” award honors ICAHN member hospital professionals who are making a significant difference... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 53 New COVID Cases Wednesday

Thursday, November 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified, on Wednesday, of 53 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (25)1 female under the age of 5 1 female in her teens 2 males in their teens 2 females... Read More.

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Hamilton County Health Department Reports 6 New Positive Cases of COVID-19 Wednesday

Thursday, November 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Hamilton County Health Department has been notified of 6 additional positive cases of COVID-19 Wednesday. They include… 1 female child 1 female teen 1 female in her 30’s 2 females in their 50’s 1 male in his 50’s There have been 334 lab-confirmed positive... Read More.

Governor Pritzker Should Call Legislature Back to Work: One-Man Rule is Not Democratic; Legislators Represent the People

Wednesday, November 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

LOUISVILLE…State Rep. Darren Bailey (R-Xenia) is requesting that the Governor use his authority to call the General Assembly back to work to address a growing number of issues that need input from the people of Illinois. How Illinois deals with the coronavirus outbreak in veterans... Read More.

White County Board to Meet Wednesday, November 25th

Wednesday, November 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The White County Board will meet Wednesday, November 25th at 6:00 PM at the White County Courthouse to consider the finalized insurance bids and make a decision on health insurance. With respect to the Circuit Court, they ask that you please wear a mask... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Announces 30 New COVID-19 Cases Tuesday

Wednesday, November 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified, on Tuesday, of 30 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (19)1 female under the age of 5 1 female in her teens 2 males in their teens 2 females... Read More.