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Pritzker Administration Joins Statewide Campaign to Increase Awareness Around College Financial Aid Application

CHICAGO – The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) are collaborating with Governor Pritzker on the new Rock the FAFSA Illinois Campaign. Designed to reach students, parents, schools and communities, the campaign is focused... Read More.

SWCD Fish Sale

Friday, March 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Fish orders continue to be taken by White County SWCD until Tuesday, March 16, with delivery scheduled for 3 p.m., Wednesday, March 31 at the USDA Service Center parking lot. Several type of fish are available, including channel catfish, hybrid bluegill, largemouth bass, crappie,... Read More.

Back in the Swing of Things: RLC baseball Kicks Off ’21 Friday

Friday, March 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Back in the swing of things: RLC baseball kicks off '21 FridayINA, Ill. (March 4, 2021) — First-year Head Coach Walker Bullington said the Rend Lake College baseball team is ready for the busy months ahead because of one... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 9 New COVID-19 Cases Thursday

Friday, March 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Egyptian Health Department was notified Thursday of 9 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (7)1 female under the age of 10 1 female in her 30’s 1 female in her 40’s 2 males... Read More.

National Ag Day, March 23, 2021

Friday, March 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District Announces Upcoming CoViD Vaccination Opportunity

Thursday, March 4 by Jc Tinsley

Local Health Dept. Drive-Thru Vaccine ClinicSaturday, 3/6 9am-noonHMHD Family Clinic Vaccines by AppointmentCall 618.643.2361 ext.1111 for appointment setting information.Clinics are available to those eligible under Phase 1a and 1b criteria. For eligibility information visit:Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Announces Upcoming CoViD Vaccination Opportunities

Thursday, March 4 by Jc Tinsley

Egyptian Health Department is hosting a vaccination clinic in Norris City for 330 appointments for the Moderna vaccine on Saturday, March 6. This clinic is available to individuals who live or work in Saline, Gallatin and White counties and are eligible under Phase 1A ,... Read More.

NAL is a Finalist in the IMA Makers Madness Competition

Thursday, March 4 by WROY/WRUL Staff

(March 3, 2021) – North American Lighting, Inc.’s (NAL) Ford Bronco headlight is a finalist in the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association’s (IMA) Makers Madness contest on a mission to find The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois.The Top 16 matchups are underway and run through Sunday,... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 1 Saline County Death; 10 New COVID-19 Cases Wednesday

Thursday, March 4 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Egyptian Health Department was notified, Wednesday, 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. The Egyptian Health Department was also notified,... Read More.

White County Board to Meet Tuesday; Public Hearing to Follow

Thursday, March 4 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The White County Board will meet Tuesday night, March 9th, at 7:00 P.M. at the White County Courthouse. With respect to the Circuit Court and the recent rise in cases of COVID-19, they ask that you please wear a mask when entering the building... Read More.