Handful of Local Towns Receive Community Development Block Grant

Friday, June 10 by Blake Seely

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Thursday announced the recipients for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Public Infrastructure and Housing Rehabilitation. A total of $23.5 million will be awarded for 45 projects to support housing rehab projects and enable... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Department Arrests Five for Various Charges

Friday, June 10 by Blake Seely

The White County Sheriff’s Department reported five people who were taken to the White County Jail on various charges.They were 57 year old Erin Burton of Wilmington, Illinois for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia; Shannon Woodrow, 49, of Springerton on a... Read More.

Grayville City Council Meeting Agenda

Friday, June 10 by Blake Seely

Grayville City Council will hold the first of its two monthly meetings on Monday, June 13th at 7 PM at City Hall.An Executive Session will discuss personnel and collective negotiation matters with the Police Department, as well as the sale of property.In old business... Read More.

Illinois Officials Remind Residents to Use Caution When in Illinois Waters and Be Aware of Harmful Algal Blooms

Thursday, June 9 by Blake Seely

As temperatures begin to rise, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) and Illinois Department of Public Health (Illinois DPH) are reminding recreators to use caution in Illinois waterways this summer when harmful algal (cyanobacteria) blooms are possible. Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae,... Read More.

WRUL News2Go June 9th, 2022

Thursday, June 9 by Blake Seely

Blake Seely delivers the top stories for Thursday, June 9th, 2022.https://soundcloud.com/jc-tinsley/wrul-news2go-june-9th-2022?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Open Line ON DEMAND – Candidate for White County Sheriff Jordan Weiss

Thursday, June 9 by Jc Tinsley

Jc Tinsley sits down with candidate for White County Sheriff, Jordan Weiss ahead of the June 28th Primary. Weiss discusses why voters should choose him and talks about programs he plans to roll out if elected.

Sneed Arrested on White County Warrant

Thursday, June 9 by Blake Seely

A Carmi man was arrested on a warrant for unlawful violation of an order of protection. 39 year old Matthew Sneed was arrested by White County Police Wednesday at around 3pm. Bond was posted at $500, Sneed paid bond and was released later that... Read More.

WRUL News2Go June 8th, 2022

Wednesday, June 8 by Blake Seely

Blake Seely delivers the top stories for Wednesday, June 8th, 2022.https://soundcloud.com/jc-tinsley/wrul-news2go-june-8th-2022?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Carmi Township Board Meeting June 14th

Wednesday, June 8 by Blake Seely

The next meeting of the Carmi Township Government Board will be on Tuesday, June 14th at 6 PM at their building at 304 South Church Street.There will be the usual reports from the Treasurer, Clerk, Supervisor, Road Commissioner, Assessor, Trustees and other reports.New Business will... Read More.

Harrisburg’s Lawler Signs with SIC Basketball

Wednesday, June 8 by Blake Seely

Story by Sam Swimford, Athletic Operations Coordinator at SIC. Harrisburg High School product Jesse Lawler has signed a letter of intent to return home and play basketball at Southeastern Illinois College beginning this fall. Lawler, a 2021 graduate, was a 3-year starter for Coach Randy... Read More.