Local News

Burglary Reported to White County Sheriff’s Office Saturday

Monday, December 28 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The White County Sheriff’s Office received a report Saturday afternoon from David A. Tampio of Las Vegas, NV, that a burglary had occurred at property he owns at 1084 County Road 625 North in Norris City. Tampio told Officers that sometime between November 22 and... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 1 Saline County Death; 2 White County Deaths Saturday; 84 New COVID-19 Cases Over the Weekend

Monday, December 28 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified of a Saline County Resident and 2 White County Residents who have passed away Saturday due to complications of Coronavirus (COVID-19). The Egyptian Health Department is saddened by this news and their thoughts are with the families. Egyptian Health Department... Read More.

Southern Illinois AIDS Coalition Needs Donations for Holiday Project

Thursday, December 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Southern Illinois AIDS Coalition has 8 low-income households impacted by HIV / AIDS whose holiday needs have not been met. Gift cards will be mailed to the households on Monday, Dec. 28. Donations can be made online at TSAGL.org/donate.html OR sent to the... Read More.

A Holiday Tradition: Pledge to Buckle Up and Drive Sober

Thursday, December 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

IDOT partners with law enforcement to keep roads safe if you must travel SPRINGFIELD – With the winter holidays underway, the Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois State Police are reminding travelers to buckle up and drive sober as law enforcement agencies statewide ramp up their Click... Read More.

Summer Job Opportunities Available at Rend Lake

Thursday, December 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Rend Lake – USAJOBs.gov is now accepting applications to fill summer positions at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers facilities. Rend Lake is one of the many locations that will be hiring students for summer employment through the Pathways Internship program. These positions are open... Read More.

FMH EXPANSION PROGRESS

Thursday, December 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Fairfield Memorial Hospital weekly updates are published in order to share information with the public as progress continues to be made on our Expansion Project. During the week of December 21st, many of the door frames for the third floor have been delivered and some... Read More.

Last Chance to See Christmas Lights of Hope; Ice Skating Continues Tonight, Saturday and Sunday

Thursday, December 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

With less than $5,000 remaining to reach their goal of $30,000 to help children in White County, tonight (December 24th) is your last chance to see the Christmas Lights of Hope, a drive-thru Christmas Light Display at the White County Fairgrounds, from 6PM –... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 81 New Tri-County COVID-19 Cases Wednesday

Thursday, December 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department’s latest report Wednesday revealed 81 Tri-County residents have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). Of them… Saline County (43)1 male under the age of 10 3 males in their teens 3 females in their 20’s 2 males in their 20’s 2... Read More.

Hamilton County Health Department Reports 9 New COVID-19 Cases Wednesday

Thursday, December 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Hamilton County Health Department was notified of 9 additional positive cases of COVID-19 Wednesday. They include… 1 male in his 30’s 1 female in her 30’s 2 females in their 40’s 1 male in his 50’s 2 males in their 60’s 1 female in... Read More.

Repurpose Your Christmas Tree for Another Life of Service

Thursday, December 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Benton, IL – Repurpose your live Christmas tree by donating it to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake. All donated trees will be bundled together, weighted, and placed in the lake to create underwater fish structures. The tree bundles serve as... Read More.