Work on Industrial Avenue in Carmi Set to Start this Week

Monday, April 27 by Jc Tinsley

Work on Industrial Drive in Carmi is expected to begin on Wednesday. The City of Carmi has a contractor beginning work on Industrial Drive beginning April 29, 2020, according to Holly Healy. She says residents traveling through the area and businesses located... Read More.

Carmi Woman Arrested on Multiple Charges Sunday

Monday, April 27 by WROY/WRUL Staff

A 34 year old Carmi woman, Christina F. Lofton, was arrested Sunday afternoon on charges of Domestic Battery, Theft, and Possession of a Controlled Substance following a domestic disturbance at 705A Elm Street in Carmi. She remains held in the White County Jail as... Read More.

Public Safety Agencies Remind Seniors that Wellness Checks are Safe During COVID-19

Monday, April 27 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD -- Older Illinoisans are among those most at risk for health complications related to COVID-19. The state’s posture to increase safety, both of our residents and our first responders, has visually changed the landscape of our state. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH),... Read More.

Rep. Bailey: Illinois Law is on our side

Monday, April 27 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Louisville – State Rep. Darren Bailey is confident the law is on his side in regard to his lawsuit opposing Governor J. B. Pritzker’s continuous ‘stay at home’ order, which the Governor announced April 23 he will extend for another 30 days past the... Read More.

Boil Order Lifted

Friday, April 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The boil order issued for Carmi water customers west of 900 East along Rt. 14 out to 700 East has been lifted.

Rep. Severin Reacts to Governor’s Extension of Stay-at-Home Order

Friday, April 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

BENTON – On Thursday, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced a 30-day extension of a disaster declaration beginning May 1 that includes a continuation of most stay-at-home orders. However, the governor also indicated changes are coming to the new order that will allow some Southern... Read More.

Fowler Responds to Extended Stay-At-Home Order: Southern Illinois is Not Chicago

Friday, April 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Harrisburg, ILL--On April 23, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker announced his intention to extend the "stay-at-home" order until May 30.In response to these actions, State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) issued the following statement:"While I recognize that the Governor did modify his stay-at-home order to include... Read More.

Rep. Bailey files lawsuit against Governor JB Pritzker

Friday, April 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

“Enough is enough”Louisville – State Rep. Darren Bailey filed a lawsuit today (April 23) against Governor J.B. Pritzker for a violation of civil rights.“My lawsuit asks the court to find that Gov. Pritzker overextended his power by issuing additional ‘stay at home’ orders after... Read More.

IDNR to Reopen Select Sites for Limited Activities May 1

Friday, April 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Campgrounds, playgrounds and other amenities will remain closedSPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To allow Illinois residents to engage in some outdoor activities, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will reopen select state parks, recreation areas fish and wildlife areas and trails beginning May 1. Visitors... Read More.

Statement from Congressman Shimkus

Friday, April 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Collinsville, Illinois – Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) released the following statement today regarding the House vote on the Paycheck Protection and Health Care Enhancement Act:"The needs of my constituents are still great. This bill addresses some of the major concerns that I have heard... Read More.