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Public Health Officials Announce 1,747 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Tuesday, February 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 1,747 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 35 additional deaths.- Boone County: 1 male 90s - Cook County: 1 male 40s, 1 female 50s, 2 males 50s, 3 males 60s, 1... Read More.

Forest Closure Area Reopen to the Public

Tuesday, February 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Harrisburg, IL., Feb. 8, 2021 — The Shawnee National Forest, in cooperation with USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection (APHIS) - Wildlife Services, has completed the feral swine (wild pigs) eradication operations in the Lusk Creek Wilderness and surrounding areas in Pope County, Illinois... Read More.

WVC bass team signs Laindree Richardson of Benton, Ill.

Tuesday, February 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Mount Carmel, Ill.— Wabash Valley College's bass coach, Professor Todd Gill, is excited to announce the signing of Laindree Richardson for the 2022 – 2023 collegiate bass season. Richardson signed on Friday afternoon, Feb. 5. Laindree is the daughter of Jeremy and Janee Richardson of... Read More.

State of Illinois Joins PCs for People to Announce Computer Distribution Events Planned for Metro East in February

Tuesday, February 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Series to provide computers for to those in need; part of statewide call to action to address the digital divide for families in Illinois METRO EAST – The State of Illinois today joined PCs for People and officials from Cahokia, Belleville and East St. Louis Public... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reported 15 New COVID-19 Cases Monday

Tuesday, February 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified, on Monday, of 15 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (10)1 female in her teens 2 males in their teens 1 female in her 20’s 1 female in her... Read More.

Carmi Police Make a Couple of Weekend Arrests

Tuesday, February 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

A Carmi man has a court date thanks to a DUI Carmi Police charged him with late Saturday night. The report filed by Carmi authorities alleges 28 year old Skylar Anderton attempted to stop at Stewart Street while traveling on Burrell and due to... Read More.

Hamilton County Health Department Reports 10 New COVID Cases February 5-8

Tuesday, February 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Hamilton County Health Department was notified of 10 additional positive cases of COVID-19 February 5th – 8th. They include… 1 female in her 20’s 1 female in her 30’s 1 female in her 40’s 1 female in her 50’s 3 males in their 50’s ... Read More.

McLeansboro City Council to Meet Tonight

Tuesday, February 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The McLeansboro City Council will meet tonight at 7:00 PM. The meeting IS OPEN to the public, but if you would like to call in, the phone number is 978-990-5120, Access Code: 1182673. Following reports from the Collector and Treasurer and Aldermen, and Public Comments,... Read More.

CLOSINGS AND CANCELLATIONS 2/9

Tuesday, February 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi-White County Schools (Any Unit #5 students wanting meals for today should pick them up at the Junior/Senior High School back parking lot between 9:30 and 10:00 a.m.)Clay County SchoolsGallatin County SchoolsHamilton County Schools (Daycare will remain open)NCOE SchoolsEdwards County SchoolsFairfield Community High SchoolJasper... Read More.

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Monday, February 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

What better way to support your favorite bulldog than to "show" them your face in the crowd? Help Carmi-White County High School pack the stands for the Bulldogs! If you're interested in buying a big head cut out to have set up at the... Read More.