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Forensic Falcons Take First at Elgin

Tuesday, December 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Southeastern Illinois College’s Forensic Falcons were named tournament champions at this weekend’s Gail Shadwell Invitational Tournament in Elgin, Illinois. The team advanced 29 out of 35 events to tournament final rounds to secure the top team prize. The Falcons also brought home individual...

Grayville City Council Met Briefly Monday Night, Most Matters Tabled for Now

Tuesday, December 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Grayville City Council meeting was called to order at 7 P.M. and after approving the consent agenda and Treasurer’s Report, Mayor Thompson gave a brief update on the demolition of properties. He said two properties are scheduled for demolition, but work has not...

Illinois State Police Conducts Annual Charity Auction

Tuesday, December 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois State Police District 19 Interim Commander, Lieutenant Lance Hinkle,would like to announce the results of the 18th annual in-house Charity Auction held at the District 19 Headquarters on Monday, December 9th. Retired District 19 Troopers and current staff, along with local businesses and...

Carmi Chamber of Commerce “It’s A White County Christmas” Festivities Continue This Weekend

Tuesday, December 10 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Christmas Lights of Hope at the White County Fairgrounds will continue this weekend. Christmas Lights of Hope is a drive through display with over 90 light-up displays. It’s made possible because of sponsorships from...

Enfield Woman Arrested on Two White County Warrants

Monday, December 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

A 35 year old Enfield woman, Brittany Nicole Mathis, turned herself into Carmi Police Friday afternoon on two White County Warrants, one a Body Attachment Warrant and one for Deceptive Practice. She was release on $350 bond.

Ridgway Christmas Village Christmas at the Park This Weekend

Monday, December 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Pets At Risk Asking Public For Donations of Pet Food, Straw and Blankets

Monday, December 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Pets At Risk is in need of Pet Food, Straw, Blankets, etc.Individuals who would like to donate can drop items off at Weber Auto on 5th Street in Carmi.All donation are appreciated.For more information, call Debbie Weber at 618-384-7260 or see any Pets At...

McLeasnboro Water Tower Project Closing Set for Thursday

Monday, December 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Closing for the new McLeansboro water tower project is set for 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, December 12, at McLeansboro City Hall. At that time the City will finalize the Bond documents for procurement of funds. Shawnee Services will distribute fully executed Contract Documents...

McLeansboro City Council to Meet Tonight

Monday, December 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The McLeansboro City Council will meet tonight. The lengthy agenda will include discussion and/or action on executing an agreement for management and other administrative services by and between the City of McLeansboro and the Southeastern Illinois Regional Planning and Development...

70 Year Old Carmi Man Arrested on Child Porn Charges

Friday, December 6 by WROY/WRUL Staff

A 70 year old Carmi man, Clifford Steve Champion was arrested by Carmi Police, the White County Sheriff’s Department, and Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce Thursday morning, following a lengthy investigation into child pornography possession....