Local News

Two Carmi Residents Identified as Victims of Fatal Train-Truck Collision Tuesday

Thursday, February 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Two Carmi residents have been identified as the victims of Tuesday's fatal train-truck collision in Pulaski County. According to a Wednesday news release from Illinois State Police District 22, Lanny Stocke, 76, of Carmi was driving a 2021 white Ford truck and Betty “Ruth” Stocke,... Read More.

FMH to Offer COVID Vaccination to the Public

Thursday, February 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

In coordination with the Illinois National Guard, Fairfield Memorial Hospital will be offering approximately 800-1,000 COVID vaccinations by appointment only on Wednesday, March 3rd, and Friday, March 5th, to the public for anyone that falls into the Tier 1A and Tier 1B category, which... Read More.

Enfield Township Roads Closed to Heavy Traffic Until April 15 Says Road Commissioner

Wednesday, February 24 by Jc Tinsley

Enfield Road Commissioner Joe Allen says you’ll need to find another route if you’re planning on driving anything over 5 tons on township roads there. Due to the harsh and extreme weather conditions, Allen says all Enfield Township roads will be closed to vehicular... Read More.

IDOA RELEASES 2020 HEMP HARVEST NUMBERS

Wednesday, February 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has released final harvest numbers from the 2020 hemp growing season. IDOA issued 802 Hemp Growers licenses for the 2020 season. Hemp farmers reported 2,734 acres planted resulting in 2,392 acres harvested. The 2020 numbers are... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Announces COVID 19 Vaccination Clinic in Ridgway Friday

Wednesday, February 24 by Jc Tinsley

Egyptian Health Department is hosting a vaccination clinic in Ridgway for 360 appointments for the Moderna vaccine on Friday, February 26. This clinic is available to individuals who live or work in Saline, Gallatin and White counties and are eligible under Phase 1A ,... Read More.

IL Department on Aging Seeks Nominations for 2021 Senior Hall of Fame Awards

Wednesday, February 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Deadline is June 1; submissions are now being accepted in multiple categories Springfield, IL – The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is accepting nominations for the 2021 Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame Awards. These awards recognize adults, 65 years of age and older, and highlight the... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 1,665 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Wednesday, February 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 1,665 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 27 additional deaths.- Christian County: 1 female 90s - Cook County: 1 female 40s, 1 male 60s, 2 females 70, 8 males 70s, 1... Read More.

Alumni Spotlight: Alexis and Amber Hadley

Wednesday, February 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Twins Alexis and Amber Hadley did a lot of things together growing up. They have worked at a couple of different chain restaurants and even served in a kitchen in a bar. They even graduated from Rend Lake College with their matching associates degree... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 10 New COVID-19 Cases Tuesday

Wednesday, February 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Egyptian Health Department was notified, on Tuesday, of 10 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (6)1 female in her 20’s 2 males in their 40’s 1 female in her 50’s 2 males in... Read More.

Hamilton County Health Department Reports 2 New COVID-19 Cases Tuesday

Wednesday, February 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Hamilton County Health Department was notified of 2 additional positive cases of COVID-19 Tuesday. They include… 1 female in her 30’s 1 male in his 30’s To date:There have been 758 lab-confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Hamilton County. 17 people who were... Read More.