Tri-State News

Tuesday, November 28 by WROY-WRUL News

(Springfield, IL) -- An online auction is underway for unclaimed property in Illinois. Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs says the auction will run through Friday. Items being auctioned include an American Eagle gold coin proof set, a man's 14-karat brushed white gold ring with...

Groff Library Tops Grayville Council Meeting

Tuesday, November 28 by WROY-WRUL News

The Groff Memorial Public Library Director is getting a raise. After a formal request on behalf of the library’s board of directors, Grayville Commissioners unanimously agreed to up Kathleen Rister’s wage from $17.07 to an even $19.00 at the council meeting Monday night.Since Rister’s...

Emmanuel Church Christmas Sales

Tuesday, November 28 by WROY-WRUL News

It’s a local tradition that has been ongoing for 32 years….the annual Christmas cookie and bake sale at Emmanuel Church here in Carmi.This weekend, Saturday from nine until about noon, Emmanuel Church, located at 203 Edgewood Lane, will host the 32nd annual Christmas Cookie,...

Primary Election Filings Underway

Tuesday, November 28 by WROY-WRUL News

Republican and Democratic candidates for the March 19th primary began filing their nominating petitions yesterday, the first day to file the petitions.Locally, three people filed their candidacy papers Monday morning. They were Ken Usery for County Board District Three. Usery is the incumbent but...

Thanksgiving Weekend Arrests

Monday, November 27 by WROY-WRUL News

Two people were injured and a third person was arrested on several charges following a two vehicle accident around 6:48 Wednesday night.According to the Carmi Police Department report issued by Chief of Police Jason Carter, Deanna and Don Wayne Williams were transported to area...

Local Sports Recap – November 27, 2023

Monday, November 27 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Lady Bulldogs defeated Anna-Jonesboro 49-27 back on Saturday to wrap up the Harrisburg Preview Tournament. The Lady Dogs are now 4-1 on the season, and they finish the tournament in 2nd place after going 3-1, their only loss to...

Santa Visiting Hours in Carmi

Monday, November 27 by WROY-WRUL News

Santa Visiting Hours From now through the early morning hours of December 25, Santa Claus has a full schedule, but will find time to visit with the children of Carmi and the surrounding area.The weekend of Dec. 2 and 3rd, Santa will be taking request...

Live Nativity Set for Dec. 9 and 10

Monday, November 27 by WROY-WRUL News

Live NativityWhile Christmas is a time for children, it is also a time to reflect upon the religious significance, as the holiday marks the night Christ was born.With that in mind, a group of Norris City residents will host a live Nativity scene, depicting...

Grayville Council Meeting Tonight

Monday, November 27 by WROY-WRUL News

Grayville City Council meets for the second time this month on Monday (tonight) at 7 PM at 119 South Middle Street.The Executive Session concerns the sale of property owned by the city and the purchase or lease of property for use by the city.In...

Holiday Weekend a Success

Monday, November 27 by WROY-WRUL News

Turkey sandwiches for lunch?....that may be today’s menu for a number of local residents who wrapped up the holiday weekend with leftovers from Thursday’s Thanksgiving meal.Many of those folks turned out Friday and hit the area stores for Black Friday and then rolled out...