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The Legendary Ouster Volo

Thursday, July 31 by Jc Tinsley

Special to WROY/WRUL News Plow horse by day, champion by night Story by Nathan Klein, Race Marketing Intern at Horseshoe Indianapolis “That horse just isn’t safe to be around,” was a warning a grandfather had told his granddaughter. It was in reference to an old horse, who... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Brenna Russell Launches The Papa Project with Agent Orange Awareness Day Event

Wednesday, July 30 by Jc Tinsley

In memory of her "Pa", Brenna Russell has launched The Papa Project aiming to support rural veterans by improving healthcare, expanding legal access, and honoring those affected by Agent Orange. Built on the pillars of honor, health, and justice, Russell is kicking off the... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Birth to Five Illinois

Tuesday, July 29 by Jc Tinsley

Janice Crow and Maude Harrison visited for an open line to discuss the importance of Birth to Five Illinois, Region 20. You can listen to our very informative interview and find ways you’d like to help make a difference for the younger generation! Read More.

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Hospital Funding a Concern for Rural Medical Facilities

Tuesday, July 29 by Jc Tinsley

Capitol News Illinois contributed to this story; WROY/WRUL News provided local scope Hospital officials in Illinois are warning that many of them may have to cut services, lay off workers, or even go out of business due to impending cuts in federal Medicaid funding. Capitol... Read More.

Carmi Police Arrest Four Over the Weekend

Monday, July 28 by Nicole Behnke

Carmi Police arrested two individuals Friday afternoon and two more over the weekend. Up first was 39-year-old Jason Ballard. A little before 1 pm on Friday, Carmi Police conducted a traffic stop on Ballard for no registration on his silver Durango. Not only did Ballard... Read More.

Oil Well Explosion in Edwards County Friday

Friday, July 25 by Jc Tinsley

Three individuals have been airlifted for treatment following an explosion and fire at an oil rig in Edwards County Friday. Grayville Police Chief Mason Siegel was first on scene after the report and says he quickly realized it was bad. “As I was approaching, I... Read More.

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SIC to Celebrate Grand Opening of Williams Career and Training Center in Carmi

Thursday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College will host the grand opening of the new Stanford D. Williams Career and Training Center on Tuesday, Aug. 5, from noon to 3 p.m. at 1700 College Ave. in Carmi. The event will begin with a ribbon cutting ceremony at noon in... Read More.

Carmi Kiwanis Thanks Cleveland for 50 Years of Membership; Welcomes Historian into Legion of Honor

Thursday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

In December of 2024, Carmi Kiwanis honored it’s newest members of the Legion of Honor, that is those members who have reached significant milestones of membership with the organization. At that time, the club couldn’t honor one significant achievement because the intended recipient was... Read More.

Crossville Welcomes New Trustee; First Ever Female Pro Tem, Purchases New Phone and Security System for Village

Thursday, July 24 by Jc Tinsley

Crossville has a new village trustee and it’s first ever female Mayor Pro-Tem. The village welcomed Jim Smith as Trustee, appointed following the death of Wes Trout. Trout’s passing also opened up a spot for a new Mayor Pro-Tem, a position he held. The... Read More.

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Sheriffs Authorities Make Arrests Tuesday

Wednesday, July 23 by Jc Tinsley

An Enfield man is behind bars awaiting an appearance before a judge following a Failure to Appear warrant arrest mid-day Tuesday. White County Sheriff’s authorities arrested 35-year-old Wesley Pierce in Enfield just before noon. In April of 2024, Pierce was arrested for Criminal Damage... Read More.

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The Legendary Ouster Volo

Open Line ON DEMAND – Brenna Russell Launches The Papa Project with Agent Orange Awareness Day Event

Open Line ON DEMAND – Birth to Five Illinois

Hospital Funding a Concern for Rural Medical Facilities

Carmi Police Arrest Four Over the Weekend

Oil Well Explosion in Edwards County Friday

SIC to Celebrate Grand Opening of Williams Career and Training Center in Carmi

Carmi Kiwanis Thanks Cleveland for 50 Years of Membership; Welcomes Historian into Legion of Honor

Crossville Welcomes New Trustee; First Ever Female Pro Tem, Purchases New Phone and Security System for Village

Sheriffs Authorities Make Arrests Tuesday

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