ISP Continue to Investigate Albion Death

Wednesday, November 6 by Jc Tinsley

Authorities remain mum on details surrounding a death investigation that happened just after the noon hour in Albion. Rumors began swirling around 5pm that Edwards County resident Circuit Judge Michael J. Valentine had been killed. Additional details including the manner of death and even...

Local Sports Recap – November 6, 2024

Wednesday, November 6 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapThe Carmi-White County Lady Bulldog Volleyball team defeated Massac County in 2 sets last night in the IHSA 2A Sectional Semifinal at Fairfield, 25-20, 25-22.The Lady Bulldogs improve to 36-2 on the year, they will face Newton...

Illinois State Police Working Death Investigation in Albion

Tuesday, November 5 by Jc Tinsley

According to the preliminary investigation the Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 8 was requested by the Edwards County Sheriff Office (ESCO) to assist with a death investigation that occurred on November 5, 2024 at approximately 12:15 p.m.The incident occurred...

23rd Annual HMH Foundation Dinner Slated for November 23, 2024

Tuesday, November 5 by Nicole Behnke

The Hamilton Memorial Hospital Foundation will host the 23rd Annual Foundation Dinner Gala on Saturday, November 23, 2024. The event will be held at the Hamilton County Senior High School with seating and silent auction opening at 5:00 p.m., and dinner following at 6:00...

Warrant Served to White County Inmate

Tuesday, November 5 by Nicole Behnke

After his transfer to the White County Jail on November 4th, a warrant was served to a White County inmate by the Carmi Police.34-year-old Enfield native Anthony Watkins was advised of his outstanding White County warrant for charges of Unlawful Use of Property, Unlawful...

Carmi Council Tackles Salaries, Library Roof, Christmas Bonuses and More Monday Night

Tuesday, November 5 by Jc Tinsley

A year ago, Lacey Bradshaw balked on Christmas bonuses for city employees, but not because she wasn’t in favor of them. She said on November 8, 2023 that the $60 plus $5 per year of longevity wasn’t enough. More at

Local Sports Recap – November 5, 2024

Tuesday, November 5 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapThe Carmi-White County Lady Bulldog Volleyball team will travel to Fairfield tonight to face Massac County in the IHSA 2A Sectional Semifinals. The Lady Bulldogs enter tonight’s match with a 35-2 record, meanwhile Massac County is 28-8. Carmi...

Dual Credit and Early College Programs A Big Hit at SIC

Monday, November 4 by Nicole Behnke

Southeastern Illinois College (SIC) continues to make significant strides in preparing high school students for college success through its Dual Credit and Early College programs. In fiscal year 2024, SIC enrolled 630 high school students in dual credit courses, providing students across...

Late Touchdown Ends Bulldogs’ Season

Monday, November 4 by Cole Carter

A long three-hour bus ride landed the Carmi-White County Bulldog football team in Warrensburg for the opening round of the IHSA 2A Football Playoffs.Two teams with polar opposite playing styles, on paper this game seemed like it would be an offensive shootout, but that...

One Carmi Man Sentenced to IDOC

Monday, November 4 by Nicole Behnke

On October 28th, Dylan Desper was sentenced to the IDOC by the Honorable T. Scott Webb as part of a joint recommendation at Desper's sentencing hearing.In 2022, Desper was arrested for Theft and given two years probation.Desper was arrested again in April of this...