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City of Carmi Reminds Residents to Only Flush Toilet Paper

The City of Carmi would like to take this opportunity to remind residents to please only flush toilet paper. Other items, such as paper towels and napkins, should not be flushed. This helps to keep our City sewer system working properly.The City of Carmi...

Walmart Changes Hours of Operation Temporarily Due to Coronavirus Pandemic

Monday, March 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Effective as of Sunday, March 15th, Walmart's temporary hours of operation are 6am - 11pm daily. This will help ensure associates can clean and stock products. Stores operating under more reduced hours will keep current hours of opertion. More info:

Area Individuals Willing to Help Others During Coronavirus Pandemic

Monday, March 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Several local and area individuals are willing to help anyone in need during this coronavirus pandemic. You may reach out to them on facebook.Carmi-Mallory Newingham HeadleeKacie HughesSammie SaulsCarrie CarpenterRobin Marler HaughtKim Litton Crossville -Claudie Parson Norris City/Carmi -Julia Paige McKenzieAlicia Sturgal (NC) Norris City (Mon/Tues) -Amanda Farris Enfield...

School Closure and Coronavirus Prevention Forces Postponement of “Thoroughly Modern Millie”

Monday, March 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi-White County High School Drama Department Director, Sherry Passmore, has announced the postponement of the CWCHS production of Thoroughly Modern Millie.

Student Meals to be Provided During School Closure Starting Tomorrow

Monday, March 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

School Closings Due to Coronavirus Prevention

Monday, March 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Due to the coronavirus, the list of Tri-State schools, businesses, and events continues to grow.Here are the schools in our area that have announced they will be closed starting Monday.Illinois-White County Schools–Until March 30th (Will attend Monday but out 17th - 30th)-Wabash County Schools–Until...

Unit 5 School Board to Tackle Coronavirus, Retirements, Update on Building Repairs or Construction Expected as Well

Friday, March 13 by Jc Tinsley

School officials in Unit 5 will gather for their monthly meeting Monday evening where Superintendent Brad Lee is expected to give a coronavirus update. The agenda indicates Lee says the district is in a low risk area, but are reviewing e-learning plans and other...

Grayville City Council to Hold Special Meeting Monday

Friday, March 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Grayville City Council will hold a special meeting Monday at 7:00 PM. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss a revolving loan for Downs Pizza and a revolving loan and a TIF 2 Request for Mandy’s Restaurant. Council will also set...

Carmi American Legion to Host Dance Saturday Night with Band Hard Sunday

Friday, March 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

There will be a dance at the Carmi American Legion this Saturday night. The band Hard Sunday will play at 9:00 PM. All dance proceeds will go to Veteran’s Programs.

Carmi Police Discover Mother and Father of Missing Children Were Wanted

Friday, March 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

During the course of attempting to locate a 3 and 4 year old child that had wondered away from a residence, Carmi Police discovered that the mother and father of the missing children were wanted. After the children were located and arrangements were made...