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

Friday, February 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Hamilton County Health Department was notified of 1 additional positive case of COVID-19 Thursday. 1 male in his 30’s To date:There have been 745 lab-confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Hamilton County. 17 people who were positive lab-confirmed cases passed away. 718 people have... Read More.

Jesse White Awards over $1 million in CARES Act Grant Funding

Friday, February 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White is awarding $1,142,645 in CARES Act funding to 292 Illinois libraries, school districts and library systems. CARES Act funding was provided to the Illinois State Library from the Institute of Museum and Library Services to... Read More.

Carmi City Council to Meet Tuesday

Friday, February 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

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

Authorities Asking for Public’s Help Locating Missing Macedonia Man

Thursday, February 11 by Jc Tinsley

Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing Macedonia man. Franklin County Sheriff Dave Bartoni says 31 year old Samuel A. Miller was last seen on Tuesday evening (Feb 9th) when he was leaving his home with his dog. Miller drives... Read More.

Carmi Sports with Mt. Carmel Cancelled for Tonight

Thursday, February 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Both games tonight with Mt Carmel are cancelled:7/8 boys basketball at Mt Carmel......moved to 2-20 @ 10 am (at Mt Carmel)Volleyball, Mt Carmel, here.....moved to 2-27 @ 1pm (here)

State Expanding Phase 1B Vaccine Eligibility

Thursday, February 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker announced Wednesday that the state will be expanding Phase 1B vaccine eligibility to include people who have disabilities and underlying health conditions.Pritzker said the expansion is due to a 30% increase of supply of the various coronavirus vaccines currently in... Read More.

W.A.D.I. Offering Scholarship

Thursday, February 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Wabash Area Development Inc., in coordination with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, through the Community Services Block Program, has announced the availability of one scholarship to income eligible students in the counties of Edwards, Gallatin, Hamilton, Saline, Wabash, Wayne and White... Read More.

FAIRFIELD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL EXPRESSES ITS APPRECIATION TO THE COMMUNITY AND ITS STAFF

Thursday, February 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Fairfield Memorial Hospital Medical Staff and Employees want to express their appreciation to the community for their due diligence in helping to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus. By following the scientific recommendations of wearing a mask, staying six feet apart, and frequent... Read More.

More Than 100 New COVID-19 Vaccination Locations Added

Thursday, February 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Meijer and Walmart now offering vaccines at a limited number of stores SPRINGFIELD – The number of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccination locations across Illinois continues to increase. Since February 4, 2021, 134 new locations have been added to the list of COVID-19 vaccination sites... Read More.

Sen. Darren Bailey Schedules Mobile Office Hours for Constituents

Thursday, February 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) is working to make sure that residents of the 55th Senate District have regular opportunities to get help with state government issues or questions. His district office staff will be rotating through 10 different locations each month to be... Read More.