Local News

Alumni David Blair Speaks at SIC

Tuesday, April 9 by Nicole Behnke

Southeastern Illinois College was abuzz with political fervor as SIC Alumnus David Blair returned to his alma mater March 28 to share his remarkable journey from Eldorado to Washington D.C. The event, hosted by the SIC Student Government, took place in the George T.... Read More.

Retail Theft at Huck’s Gas Station

Tuesday, April 9 by Nicole Behnke

Carmi Police arrested 34-year-old Wesley Pierce of Enfield early Tuesday morning for Retail Theft after he stole two Red Bull energy drinks from Huck’s Gas Station.

Ripley and Baker Arrested

Tuesday, April 9 by Nicole Behnke

A White County Sheriff Deputy pulled over 25-year-old Stormy Baker for driving 83 mph on IL HWY-1, but it didn’t end there. The deputy noticed a strong odor coming from the vehicle that he believed was cannabis. Baker and her passenger, Kenneth Ripley, got... Read More.

Grayville Man Arrested for Buying Alcohol for Minors

Tuesday, April 9 by Nicole Behnke

A 41-year-old Grayville man is behind bars after he supplied a group of juvenile’s alcohol. Deputies with the White County Sheriff’s Department broke up an underage party on the bridge in Mill Shoals, before the alcohol could be consumed. While talking to the juveniles... Read More.

Edwards County Farm Bureau Foundation Awards Vocational & Trades Scholarships

Tuesday, April 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Edwards County Farm Bureau Foundation recently announced their 2024 Vocational & Trades Scholarship winners. This year $3,000 was awarded in scholarship funds.Jaden Schwarzlose was awarded a $1,500 scholarship. Matthew Bare was awarded a $1,000 scholarship. Jacob Weber was awarded $500 scholarship.Jaden plans to... Read More.

Edwards County Farm Bureau Foundation Awards Scholarships

Tuesday, April 9 by Jc Tinsley

The Edwards County Farm Bureau Foundation recently announced their 2024 Collegiate Scholarship winners. This year the Foundation awarded $5,000 in scholarships to Edwards County students perusing degrees related to agriculture at the collegiate level or above. A $2,500 scholarship was awarded to Kyle Mewes... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – National Parkinsons Month with Jenny Blankenberger

Tuesday, April 9 by Jc Tinsley

It's National Parkinsons Month and Jenny Blankenberger is a speech therapist trained in helping those dealing with the disease. Learn more about the history of the disorder, it's causes, treatments, and symptoms to look out for in this episode. Read More.

Local Sports Recap – April 9, 2024

Tuesday, April 9 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap Brought to you by: Deep South in McLeansboro Wabash Senior Living & Rehabilitation in Carmi Silver Foxes Senior Living & Rehabilitation in McLeansboroThe Carmi-White County baseball and softball teams picked up a pair of wins over the weekend.After suffering their first loss of the... Read More.

Hamilton/Wayne/White County Relay For Life Survivor Brunch Saturday, April 20

Monday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

Hamilton/Wayne/White County Relay For Life will host a Survivor Brunch on Saturday, April 20, at 10 a.m. at Christian Chapel Church in McLeansboro. Cancer survivors from Hamilton, Wayne, and White Counties and their caregivers are invited to this celebration in their honor. The guest... Read More.

Wabash County Authorities Pull Avon, Indiana Man from River Sunday

Monday, April 8 by Jc Tinsley

The Wabash County Coroner’s Office says they’ve pulled a dead man out of the Wabash River. Sunday, officials say they received a call notifying them of a deceased individual located in the river near the boat ramp. Authorities responded and have identified the man... Read More.