Local Sports Recap – August 20, 2024

Tuesday, August 20 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapThe Carmi-White County boys & girls golf teams played their first home matches yesterday afternoon at the Carmi Country Club.The Lady Bulldogs finished with a team score of 212 as they fell to Massac County.

Maunie Unveils Whistle Stop Bus Stop

Monday, August 19 by Jc Tinsley

Youngsters headed back to school now have some protection from the elements as they await their bus pick up in the morning. Eli Frashier has been on the board for the Village of Maunie for about 15 years and has served as the Village...

Local Sports Recap – August 19, 2024

Monday, August 19 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapThe Carmi-White County junior high softball team took part in the Marion Invitational Tournament over the weekend, and the Lady Bullpups went 2-2.In Game 1, they fell to Anna 8-4. In Game 2, they...

Southeastern Illinois College Welcomes Dr. Karen Weiss as New President

Saturday, August 17 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Karen Weiss as its seventh president. Dr. Weiss brings over 25 years of experience in higher education to her new role and has been a dedicated member of the SIC family since...

Local Sports Recap – August 16, 2024

Friday, August 16 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports RecapThe Carmi-White County Boys and Girls Golf teams began their seasons at the Mt. Carmel Invitational yesterday afternoon.For the full results, visit -

Shiever & Willis Place at Mt. Carmel Invite

Thursday, August 15 by Cole Carter

The Carmi-White County Boys and Girls Golf teams began their seasons at the Mt. Carmel Invitational yesterday afternoon.The Lady Bulldogs finished in 4th Place with a team score of 416. Ava Shiever placed 7th overall with...

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,...