Local Sports Recap – May 11, 2023

Thursday, May 11 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Bulldog baseball team defeated Herrin yesterday by a final score of 7-5. The Dogs fell behind early, trailing 3-0 after the first inning, but Carmi scored 2 in the 3rd and 1 in the 4th, tying the game... Read More.

American Pickers Returning To Southern Illinois

Wednesday, May 10 by WROY-WRUL News

Do you own something rare or unusual? If so, You might just find yourself on the popular tv show American Pickers!Production members for the television show, American Pickers have announced that the show will be in the Southern Illinois area in July to shoot... Read More.

Free Cooking Classes Offered At Wabash Valley College

Wednesday, May 10 by WROY-WRUL News

Wabash Valley College is excited to offer a free cooking class series to the local community. These classes will teach participants new cooking techniques, safe food handling, and creative tips for preparing food in new ways. The classes will also focus on the importance... Read More.

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Sinclair Gets First One Niter Under Belt as Director

Wednesday, May 10 by Jc Tinsley

The school year is winding down and the 58th Annual One Niter at Carmi White County High School is in the books. For first year director Grace Sinclair, it was a rousing success. “It feels really nice. The kids deserve it. They have put so... Read More.

Lightfoot Declares Migrant Emergency Ahead Of Expected Surge In The Coming Weeks

Wednesday, May 10 by WROY-WRUL News

(The Center Square) – As Illinois continues to welcome migrants from the Mexican border, officials are now scrambling to find the resources to care for them. Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot issued an emergency proclamation Tuesday in response to the influx of migrants.“Yes, of course,... Read More.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s 42nd And Final Disaster Proclamation Has Expired

Wednesday, May 10 by WROY-WRUL News

After 1,155 days, Illinois’ COVID-19 disaster proclamation expires May 11, ending emergency powers for Gov. J.B. Pritzker in place since the pandemic started.Illinois was one of only six states still calling COVID-19 a disaster or emergency.Pritzker has held emergency powers for over 70% of his time... Read More.

Name Released Of Man Killed During Shootout With ISP Trooper

Wednesday, May 10 by WROY-WRUL News

The name of the man who was killed by an Illinois State Trooper after an incident on I-64 in Jefferson County was released early this morning.Investigators have identified the deceased individual as Brandon L. Griffin of Albuquerque, NM. Griffin had a female passenger with... Read More.

Local Sports Recap – May 10, 2023

Wednesday, May 10 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Bulldog baseball team defeated Hardin County yesterday afternoon by a final score of 6-2 to improve to 11-14 on the season. The Bulldogs were led by a great performance on the mound from Travor Mason. The sophomore pitched... Read More.

Two Arrested On White County Warrants

Tuesday, May 9 by WROY-WRUL News

The White County Sheriff's Department has arrested two on White County Warrants.On Friday, 42 year old Jeffrey Welty of Albion arrived at the WCSD and turned himself in on the an outstanding warrant. Deputy Matt Wicker... Read More.

Tyner Arrested On White County Warrant

Tuesday, May 9 by WROY-WRUL News

A Carmi man bonded out of the White County Jail following his arrest on Monday evening. Officers with the Carmi Police Department arrested 29 year old Wesley Tyner of 11th Street on a White County Warrant for Disorderly Conduct. Tyner paid $250 bond plus... Read More.