Egyptian Health Department Reports 30 New COVID-19 Cases Over the Weekend

Monday, February 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified over the weekend (Saturday and Sunday) of 30 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (15)2 females in their teens 2 females in their 20’s 3 females in their 30’s ... Read More.

Carmi Police Make a Warrant Arrest and Investigate a Stolen Bicycle Thursday

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Russell A. Wardrip was arrested by Carmi Police Thursday afternoon on a White County Warrant for Theft over $500. Officers located Wardrip at 509 Sycamore Street and transported him to the White County Jail, where he remains held on $2500 cash bond. Carmi Police received... Read More.

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TO HOST VIRTUAL HEMP SUMMIT

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will host a virtual Hemp Summit Tuesday, February 23. The free online event will take place from 9 am to noon with presentations from growers, processors, university researchers, industry stakeholders and IDOA staff.“We have had two... Read More.

Grayville City Council to Meet Monday

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Grayville City Council will meet Monday at 7:00 P.M. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, attendance is limited to the members of the Council, Clerk, Treasurer, City Attorney and news media. The public is invited to watch the meeting on Facebook live at facebook.com/cityofgrayville. In keeping with... Read More.

Rep. Niemerg Visits Campbell Energy in Carmi: Largest Oil Producer in the Illinois Basin Employs Over 125

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

TEUTOPOLIS…State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) met with president, Jacob Campbell, and some of the personnel of Campbell Energy, LLC in Carmi in January. As a new member of the Illinois General Assembly, Rep. Niemerg is meeting with industry and community leaders around the 109th... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 3,328 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 3,328 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 69 additional deaths.- Coles County: 1 female 90s - Cook County: 1 male 40s, 1 male 50s, 4 females 60s, 2 males 60s, 2... Read More.

State Public Safety Agencies to Monitor Winter Storm Needs Across the State

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Potential exists for frostbite, hypothermia as dangerous temperatures set in this weekend SPRINGFIELD, IL -- Governor JB Pritzker has directed state public safety agencies to work with state agencies and local jurisdictions to ensure the appropriate resources are available as artic cold temperatures... Read More.

Alley Closed Today Due to Sewer Work

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The alley between 7th Street and Bradshaw Street will be closed today from 8am – 1pm due to sewer work. The City of Carmi regrets any inconvenience.

Albion Senior Citizen Center Food Service Closed Through February 12th

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Due to some logistical issues with staffing, a decision was made to close the Albion Senior Citizen Center food service from Friday, February 5th- Friday, February 12th. Plans are to reopen for meal deliveries and pick-ups on Monday February 15. The other sites affiliated... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 16 New COVID-19 Cases Thursday

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified, on Thursday, of 16 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (10)1 male under the age of 10 1 female in her teens 1 female in her 20’s 2 males... Read More.