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FMH UPDATES FOR FEBRUARY 16TH, 2021

Tuesday, February 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Due to the inclement weather that we are currently experiencing in our area, , all Horizon Healthcare locations, Urgent Care, Outpatient Therapy Department, Pain Clinic, and Senior Life Solutions will be closed today (February 16th). The Emergency Department continues to remain open 24 hours a... Read More.

Elastec Carmi and Fairfield Closed Tuesday

Tuesday, February 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Elastec Carmi and Fairfield locations are closed today.

CLOSINGS AND CANCELLATIONS 2/16

Tuesday, February 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi-White County Schools Closed (Students wanting meals may pick them up behind the school in the Jr./Sr. High parking lot between 9:30-10:00 am.) North Wayne CUSD #200 in Cisne Closed (All extra curricular activities are also cancelled) Clay County Schools Closed Edwards County Schools Closed Fairfield 112 School... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 7 New COVID-19 Cases Monday

Tuesday, February 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified, on Monday, of 7 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (1)1 male in his 50’s Gallatin County (3)1 male in his 20’s 1 female in her 50’s 1... Read More.

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE DIRECTOR ADDRESSES FIREARMS SAFETY ENFORCEMENT ON ANNIVERSARY OF HENRY PRATT SHOOTING

Monday, February 15 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Springfield, IL – Today, Illinois State Police (ISP) Director Brendan F. Kelly joined by Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) Col. Mark Peyton and Division of Justice Services (DJS) Col. Isaiah Vega, announced the continued wide-ranging efforts to improve operations, information sharing, and enforcement of... Read More.

The Mark of Faith by State Representative Adam Niemerg

Monday, February 15 by WROY/WRUL Staff

"Any country that accepts abortion, is not teaching its people to love, but to use any violence to get what it wants." – Mother Teresa On Ash Wednesday, it is not unusual to see politicians walking around government buildings with a cross marked on their... Read More.

Carmi-White County Sports Cancelled Tonight

Monday, February 15 by WROY/WRUL Staff

All Carmi-White County games are cancelled tonight:Varsity girls basketball vs. Johnston City, here7/8 th boys basketball vs. Olney, hereNo make-up dates as of yet.

Carmi Man Arrested Friday Night on Domestic Violence Offenses

Monday, February 15 by WROY/WRUL Staff

27 year old Charles Ray Kerns, of Carmi, was arrested Carmi Police Friday night. Officers responded to 127 Fair Street, in Carmi, around 7:30 PM, on a report of a male displaying knives and threatening to cut people up as well as himself. Upon... Read More.

Republic Will Not be Picking up Trash Today Due to Road Conditions

Monday, February 15 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Republic Services has notified the City of Carmi there will be no trash pick up today due to road conditions.

Republican Paul Schimpf to Announce Candidacy for Governor

Monday, February 15 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Marine Corps Veteran and Former State Senator to Launch with Statewide TourWhen: Monday, February 15—Tuesday, February 16Where: Multiple Locations — Listed Below. Due to COVID restrictions, masks and social distancing is requested.Details: Senator Schimpf will host a virtual gubernatorial campaign announcement on February 15, 2021... Read More.