Author Robert Hays Tells Stories Behind Stories at Kiwanis Thursday

Thursday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

A 30-year teacher at the University of Illinois, Robert Hays has lived a successful life and authored some loved and important books. The White County native was at Kiwanis Thursday to talk about some of those books as well as the importance of encouragement...

Travelstead Arrested on Warrant; Mullins Cited After Late Night County Stop

Thursday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

Sheriff’s authorities made a warrant arrest just before 7pm Wednesday. A deputy was on patrol on Sycamore near Seventh Street in Carmi and says he observed 62-year-old Richard Travelstead pushing a bike with a trailer. Travelstead was wanted on a White County warrant for...

White County Fair Arrest Report Released

Thursday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

White County Sheriff’s Authorities are releasing details of recent arrests. Included is an incident at the White County Fair’s demolition derby Saturday, August 10th. It was around a quarter after 7pm, while youngsters had just finished in the power wheels derby when Jeff Nelson...

Ferrell Hospital Family Practice at Ferrell Hospital Reopening Aug. 19

Thursday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

Ferrell Hospital is pleased to announce the reopening of Ferrell Hospital Family Practice on Monday, August 19, 2024, following several weeks of closure due to extensive flood damage. This reopening comes on the heels of the successful reopening of the main hospital on Monday,...

Six Sentenced in White County Court

Thursday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

38-year-old Jason Easter has been sentenced to 2 years behind bars. His sentence was handed down Wednesday. Easter was arrested April 25th and charged with felony Domestic Battery with a prior. In addition to the up to 2 years behind bars, Easter will be...

White County CEO Welcomes Thirteen for 2024/2025 School Year

Thursday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

Class Facilitator Tracy Orr has unveiled her latest White County CEO participants. Thirteen seniors are embarking on a journey that will transform their confidence, business acumen, and awareness of how important local businesses are to their community. Orr says she’s excited for what she...

Local Sports Recap – August 15, 2024

Thursday, August 15 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapBack on Tuesday, the Carmi-White County Junior High softball team fell to Carterville by a final score of 6-5. The Lady Bullpups fell behind 5-0 early, but they battled back to tie it, scoring 5 runs in the...

Carmi Lions Welcome Beth Conner, Donate to Imagination Library

Wednesday, August 14 by Jc Tinsley

Story courtesy of Hailey Winkleman for WROY/WRUL NewsThe regular meeting of the Carmi Lions Club held on August 6 had a special guest; Beth Conner presented a program about the newly available Dolly Parton Imagination Library.

Open Line – Vesper Energy – Meadow Springs Renewable Energy

Wednesday, August 14 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode of Open Line ON DEMAND, Jc visits with Lindsey Workman, Manager of Community Affairs for Vesper Energy. The Meadow Springs Renewable Energy project is in it's early stages and Workman explains a little more about the project, the company, and how...

Carmi Lions Welcome Carmi League of Arts, Plan Joint Breakfast September 21

Wednesday, August 14 by Jc Tinsley

The regular meeting of the Carmi Lions Club held on August 13 included a presentation from Lion Haliey Winkleman about the Carmi League of Arts. Hailey represents the League as the Publicity Officer.The Carmi League of Arts is celebrating its...