Local News

Calm Meeting For County Board

Wednesday, July 14 by Ray Mitchell

White County Board Meeting; Tame There have been some tense White County Board meetings this year. The July meeting was far more tame. Board members Jake Carter and Cassie Pigg were both absent. Kayci Heil sat in for the vacationing County Clerk Beth Sell. Among the... Read More.

Carmi Legion Beats Newburgh Jr.

Wednesday, July 14 by Ray Mitchell

Legion Wins The Carmi American Legion Baseball Team was hitting the balls last night and that led to a 14—10 win over Newburgh Jr. Both teams had big fourth innings with the locals scoring six times in the fourth, but Newburgh scored seven. However, the locals... Read More.

Parade for Lanoir’s Birthday

Tuesday, July 13 by Ray Mitchell

Lanoir’s Parade There might be something in the water, as Crossville is set to celebrate another centenarian’s birthday Wednesday afternoon. Lanoir Brown will be celebrating her 101st birthday tomorrow(wed) and a Golf Cart/ATV/Side by Side Parade has been organized to help her celebrate. The parade will line... Read More.

State Fairs Hiring

Tuesday, July 13 by Ray Mitchell

NOW HIRING SEASONAL EMPLOYEES FOR SPRINGFIELD AND DUQUOIN STATE FAIRSThe Illinois Department of Agriculture is seeking individuals for seasonal employment at the Illinois and Du Quoin State Fairs. Temporary employees are needed for the following areas: maintenance, customer service, cashier, ticket sales, grandstand ticket takers, and... Read More.

July Car Show Moved to September

Tuesday, July 13 by Ray Mitchell

Car Show Missing This Year The Carmi Chamber of Commerce delivered a giant fireworks show this year, but there was one thing missing from this year’s celebration; and that was the Carmi Lion’s annual car show. But, fans of the giant show will have to wait... Read More.

Busy Meeting for Grayville Council

Tuesday, July 13 by Ray Mitchell

Grayville City Council The Grayville City Council met in regular session Monday night. The Treasurer reports $1,466,371.05 in the Restricted Account, $918,375.83 in the Investment Account, and $153,784.78 in cash available for operations, for a total of $2,538,531.66.The council approved change order #3 for the... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Weekend Reports

Tuesday, July 13 by Ray Mitchell

Sheriff’s Reports; Monday 7/12 The White County Sheriff’s Department reported a warrant arrest, a criminal trespass to property plus a report of a possible stolen vehicle title since Friday. Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 32 year old Andrew S. Ellis of Evansville shortly after 10 Monday morning on... Read More.

Crop Report

Tuesday, July 13 by Ray Mitchell

Crop Report While the recent rains have been great for the corn and bean crops, they have slowed down some work according to the latest USDA crop report. There were 4.3 days suitable for field work during the week ending July 11, 2021. Statewide, the average... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Hamilton County Farm Bureau Manager Sydney Lay

Monday, July 12 by Jc Tinsley

The Hamilton County Farm Bureau Young Leaders are hosting a US Pullers Association Tractor Pull as part of the Hamilton County Fair on July 23rd. Jc catches up with Farm Bureau Manager Sydney Lay for more information on the event, the Young Leaders, and... Read More.

Mobile Mammography Dates Set

Monday, July 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Mobile Mammography Dates in Fairfield and Grayville 3D Mammography Mobile Event in Fairfield on July 17th: Fairfield Memorial Hospital will have their Mobile Mammography at Fairfield Memorial Hospital on Saturday, July 17th, with appointments beginning at 8:00a.m.No physician order needed for those who are over... Read More.