IDNR Launches New Outdoor Recreation Licensing and Campground Reservation Platform

Friday, March 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) today announced the launch of a new user-friendly licensing, registration and reservation platform for outdoor enthusiasts interested in hunting, fishing, boating, snowmobiling and camping.Visitors to https://ExploreMoreIL.com and

Carmi City Council to Meet Tuesday

Friday, March 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi City Council will meet Tuesday night (March 16th), at 5:30 p.m., in City Council Chambers, 225 East Main Street. Following approval of the February 2021 Financial Reports for the City of Carmi and Light & Water Departments and the approval and authorization of vendor... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Trailer Theft Wednesday

Thursday, March 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Dean Wilson of Alaska reported to the White County Sheriff’s Office, Wednesday morning, the theft of a 45 foot trailer that had been parked in old C. Lee McKnight lot. The trailer does not have a VIN number on it.

Public Health Officials Announce 1,682 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Thursday, March 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Highest 7-day vaccination average with more than 95,000 doses administered SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 1,682 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 30 additional deaths.- Christian County: 1 female 90s - Coles County: 1 female... Read More.

Lora Smith Selected as new Executive Director of GWRPC

Thursday, March 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Ms. Lora Smith has been selected as the new Executive Director of the Greater Wabash Regional Planning Commission. She will be responsible for the management of all planning and administrative tasks for the Commission. Lora graduated with a Master of Business Administration at McKendree... Read More.

Grayville City Council to Hold Special Meeting Monday

Thursday, March 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Grayville City Council will hold a Special Meeting Monday, March 15th, at 3:00 PM for the purpose of the water line replacement project and adopting the preliminary 2021-2022 budget and setting a Public Hearing date for Monday, April 19, 2021. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, attendance... Read More.

FMH TO OFFER COVID VACCINATIONS TO THE PUBLIC

Thursday, March 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Fairfield Memorial Hospital will be offering Johnson and Johnson COVID vaccinations by appointment only on Friday, March 12th, to the public for anyone that falls into the Tier 1A and Tier 1B category, which includes anyone over the age of 18 with chronic health... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 16 New COVID-19 Cases Wednesday

Thursday, March 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified Wednesday, of 16 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (8)1 female in her teens 1 female in her 20’s 1 female in her 30’s 1 female in her 50’s ... Read More.

Hamilton County Health Department Reports 1 New COVID-19 Case Wednesday

Thursday, March 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Hamilton County Health Department was notified of 1 additional positive case of COVID-19 Wednesday. 1 female in her 40’s To date: There have been 771 lab-confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Hamilton County. 17 people who were positive lab-confirmed cases passed away. 749 people have... Read More.

Forest Issues Closure Order for Feral Swine Operations

Thursday, March 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Harrisburg, IL. March 10, 2021— The Shawnee National Forest, in cooperation with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)-Animal and Plant Health Inspection (APHIS) Wildlife Services, is planning operations to eradicate feral swine (wild pigs) in the Lusk Creek Wilderness and surrounding areas in Pope... Read More.