Unemployment Rates in Nine Southeastern Most Counties Improving But a Far Cry Still from 2019 Levels

Thursday, July 23 by Jc Tinsley

The latest Illinois Department of Employment Security numbers make it look like things are getting slightly better in southeastern Illinois. The nine southeasternmost counties in the state including White, Hamilton, Gallatin, Wayne, Edwards, Wabash, Saline, Hardin, & Pope have an average unemployment rate for... Read More.

Four New CoViD Cases Thursday in Tri County Area Per EHD, One in White, Gallatin Each

Thursday, July 23 by Jc Tinsley

Egyptian Health Department was notified on Thursday, July 23, 2020 of four Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County o a female, in her teens, at home and in isolation o a male, in his 70’s, hospitalized Gallatin... Read More.

Brownsville School Foundation Making Strides Toward Adding New Playground Equipment

Thursday, July 23 by Jc Tinsley

Two years ago, a group of folks with a soft spot in their heart for Brownsville School came together to form Brownsville School Foundation, Inc. With a $90,000 fundraising goal and a mission of building a safe, engaging environment for the children of Brownsville... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Office Receives Reports of Two Different Scams

Thursday, July 23 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Jason Lamp, of Carmi, reported to the White County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday morning that he had received a suspicious package in the mail containing a check for $2,950.02 and a letter giving him instructions on how to spend the check once he had deposited... Read More.

The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal and Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Remind Caregivers to Supervise Children During Water Activities

Thursday, July 23 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – As temperatures continue to rise, many Illinoisans are looking for ways to cool off. While many pools and beaches are closed this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, home pools, either permeant or pop-up, are still in use. If families plan... Read More.

FERRELL HOSPITAL CLINICS, PROVIDERS OFFER FREE SPORTS PHYSICALS

Thursday, July 23 by WROY/WRUL Staff

ELDORADO, CARMI & MCLEANSBORO, IL – Free sports physicals are being offered by providers at Ferrell Hospital outpatient clinics. Locations, providers and schedules are below. No appointment is required. More information is available by calling (618)297-9665. Eldorado Family MedicineDr. Joey Jackson: Wednesday, July 29, 5... Read More.

Fraud Penetrating All State Unemployment Systems, IDES Taking Steps to Detect, Mitigate, and Pursue Fraudsters

Thursday, July 23 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Federal Guidelines Make Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Program Susceptible to Fraud SPRINGFIELD – IDES has uncovered and is investigating a widespread fraud scheme that is being conducted nationwide, impacting each state’s federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) programs, implemented as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. ... Read More.

Eight Tri County Residents Latest CoViD Positives Confirmed by Egyptian Health Department Wednesday

Wednesday, July 22 by Jc Tinsley

Egyptian Health Department was notified on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 of eight Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County o a female, in her 40’s, at home and in isolation o a female, in her 60’s, at home... Read More.

Water Outage Planned for Portion of Carmi

Wednesday, July 22 by Jc Tinsley

Water Plant Operator for Carmi, Van Scott tells WROY/WRUL News residents should be prepared for a planned water outage on Saturday July 25th. The water outage is expected to begin at 5am and will be so that a crew can replace a fire hydrant. ... Read More.

Federal Lawsuit Against ISP Update

Wednesday, July 22 by Jc Tinsley

A federal lawsuit against Illinois State Police filed Tuesday seeks to force the agency to comply with the 30-day requirement for Illinois Firearm Owner’s Identification Card applications, or drop the program altogether. Lawmakers in some parts of the state say one of the major... Read More.

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