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Shawnee National Forest Plans to Conduct Large Prescribed Burns

Harrisburg, March 6, 2021— With the beginning of spring prescribed burning season southern Illinoisans may see fire across the landscape – from the national forest, to state and privately-owned lands. Prescribed fire has many benefits including helping maintain healthy forests and the native plants... Read More.

Early Sunday Morning Car Fire in Mt. Carmel

Monday, March 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Mt. Carmel Fire Dept. was called out shortly after midnight Sunday morning for a car fire at the Country Mark gas station on N. Walnut St. in Mt. Carmel, IL. Upon arrival crew found a vehicle fully engulfed resting just feet from fuel pumps.... Read More.

One Dead After Serious Crash Friday Night in Posey County

Monday, March 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

One person is dead after a serious crash on the Wabash Memorial Bridge on State Road 62 in western Posey County just after 10:30 p.m. Friday night. Posey County Sheriff Tom Latham says one vehicle crossed the center line and struck another vehicle head-on. The driver... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 9 New COVID-19 Cases Over the Weekend

Monday, March 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified, over the weekend (Saturday and Sunday), of 9 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (7)1 female in her teens 2 males in their 30’s 2 males in their 40’s ... Read More.

National Ag Day, March 23,2021

Monday, March 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

National Ag Day, March 23,2021

Sunday, March 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

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National Ag Day, March 23,2021

Saturday, March 6 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Grayville City Council to Hold Special Meeting and Regular Meeting Monday

Friday, March 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The City of Grayville will hold a special council meeting on Monday, March 8th at 1:30 PM at City Hall as the Collective Bargaining Committee will meet.Then the council will hold the first of their regular monthly meetings on that same day, Monday, March... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 1,740 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Friday, March 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

More than 93,000 COVID-19 vaccines administered yesterday in Illinois SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 1,740 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 42 additional deaths.- Bureau County: 1 male 50s - Champaign County: 1 male 80s - Cook County:... Read More.

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White Announces Current Investor Threats

Friday, March 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is urging investors to be wary of internet and social media schemes promoting precious metals, cryptocurrencies, promissory notes and foreign exchange markets. This week marks Consumer Protection Week and White reminds investors to contact the Securities Department to... Read More.