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Rep. Niemerg Visits Campbell Energy in Carmi: Largest Oil Producer in the Illinois Basin Employs Over 125

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

TEUTOPOLIS…State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) met with president, Jacob Campbell, and some of the personnel of Campbell Energy, LLC in Carmi in January. As a new member of the Illinois General Assembly, Rep. Niemerg is meeting with industry and community leaders around the 109th... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 3,328 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 3,328 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 69 additional deaths.- Coles County: 1 female 90s - Cook County: 1 male 40s, 1 male 50s, 4 females 60s, 2 males 60s, 2... Read More.

State Public Safety Agencies to Monitor Winter Storm Needs Across the State

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Potential exists for frostbite, hypothermia as dangerous temperatures set in this weekend SPRINGFIELD, IL -- Governor JB Pritzker has directed state public safety agencies to work with state agencies and local jurisdictions to ensure the appropriate resources are available as artic cold temperatures and snow... Read More.

Alley Closed Today Due to Sewer Work

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The alley between 7th Street and Bradshaw Street will be closed today from 8am – 1pm due to sewer work. The City of Carmi regrets any inconvenience.

Albion Senior Citizen Center Food Service Closed Through February 12th

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Due to some logistical issues with staffing, a decision was made to close the Albion Senior Citizen Center food service from Friday, February 5th- Friday, February 12th. Plans are to reopen for meal deliveries and pick-ups on Monday February 15. The other sites affiliated... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 16 New COVID-19 Cases Thursday

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified, on Thursday, of 16 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (10)1 male under the age of 10 1 female in her teens 1 female in her 20’s 2 males... Read More.

Hamilton County Health Department Reports 1 New COVID-19 Case Thursday

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Hamilton County Health Department was notified of 1 additional positive cases of COVID-19 Thursday.1 female in her 80’s To date:There have been 730 lab-confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Hamilton County. 17 people who were positive lab-confirmed cases passed away. 707 people have... Read More.

White County Soil and Water Conservation District Landowner Appreciation Lunch February 18

Friday, February 5 by WROY/WRUL Staff

On Thursday, February 18, the White County Soil and Water Conservation District will hold a Landowner Appreciation lunch and Director Election at the Floral Hall of the fairgrounds. Landowners or occupiers of White County of legal voting age may vote for two Directors between... Read More.

Sanjay Lewis Sentenced Thursday to 30 Years for Vicious Attack

Thursday, February 4 by Jc Tinsley

Seven witnesses including the two victims, a family member, an ophthalmologist, two ambulance personnel, and a police officer all testified over the course of a sentencing hearing that has now concluded in the Sanjay Lewis case. Lewis pled guilty back in October of 2020... Read More.

Two Individuals Received Sentences to the Illinois Department of Corrections Wednesday Morning

Thursday, February 4 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Two individuals received sentences to the Illinois Department of Corrections Wednesday morning. 36 year old Christopher D. Blazier of Carmi was sentenced to three years in the Illinois Department of Corrections with one year of Mandatory Supervised Release plus costs for Possession of a Weapon... Read More.