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Cannon Arrested by the White County Sheriff’s Office After Strange Truck Incident Thursday

The White County Sheriff’s Office a call from Susan Roberts of Norris City, Thursday afternoon, of a male sitting in a white truck in her driveway.As Officer Lucas responded, Dispatch informed him that the driver had just struck a vehicle and drove through the... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Office Responds to Roller Crash in Grayville Tuesday

Friday, March 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The White County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched Tuesday to a single vehicle rollover with no injuries at County Road 2500 North and County Road 1800 East in Grayville.Upon arrival, Deputy Weiss spoke with the driver of the vehicle, 27 year old Rex Reel of... Read More.

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Friday, March 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

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Carmi American Legion Post 224 Baseball Game Rained Out Thursday

Friday, March 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Carmi American Legion Post 224’s baseball game with Carrier Mills was rained out Thursday. Their next game will be Tuesday at Grayville.

Illinois Department of Insurance Announces ACA Marketplace Enrollment Deadline is Extended to August 15, 2021

Friday, March 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Chicago – Eligible Illinoisans now have more time to sign up for ACA Health Insurance Marketplace plans. President Biden has extended the deadline for the Special Enrollment Period in Response to COVID-19 from May 15th to August 15th.According to the... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 2,190 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Friday, March 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

7-day average for vaccination is more than 101,000 SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 2,190 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 35 additional deaths.- Cook County: 2 females 60s, 2 females 80s, 3 females 90s, 2... Read More.

Statewide Unemployment Rate Down, Jobs Up in February 2021

Friday, March 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate decreased -0.3 percentage point to 7.4 percent, while nonfarm payrolls were up +21,100 jobs in February, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and... Read More.

Forensic Falcons Win Again, Taking Top Honors at Regionals

Friday, March 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

HARRISBURG, Ill. (March 25, 2021) – Southeastern Illinois College’s Forensic Falcons earned gold medal honors in debate, individual events, and overall sweepstakes last weekend at the Phi Rho Pi Regional IV Tournament. The Falcons also brought home several individual gold medals. This win comes on the... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 1 Saline County Death; 4 Saline County COVID-19 Cases Thursday

Friday, March 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified Thursday of a Saline County Resident who has passed away due to complications of Coronavirus (COVID-19). The Egyptian Health Department is saddened by this news and their thoughts are with the family. Egyptian Health Department was also notified Thursday of... Read More.

Blood Donation Opportunities April 1-15, 2021

Friday, March 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Help the Red Cross refuel the blood supply Race to give blood for a chance to win a trip for four to the 2022 Indianapolis 500® (March 25, 2021) — The American Red Cross is calling for donors of all blood types, especially those with type... Read More.