Local News

Egyptian Health Department Reports 2 White County Deaths; 62 New COVID-19 Cases Thursday

Friday, December 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified Thursday of two White County Residents who have passed away 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 was notified on Thursday of... Read More.

Tyree Issued Notice to Appear Citation Following Traffic Stop Wednesday

Thursday, December 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

32 year old Larry R. Tyree of Carmi was issued a Notice to Appear Citation by Carmi Police Wednesday afternoon for No Valid Driver’s License, following a traffic stop for no registration on the vehicle. Around 1:19 PM, Chief Jason Carter was sitting stationary... Read More.

FAIRFIELD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL CONTINUES ITS LEGACY AS A HEALTHCARE LEADER DURING TIMES OF CRISIS

Thursday, December 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Fairfield Memorial Hospital has been a steadfast leader in healthcare for over 50 years. This has never been more evident than it has been this year due to the COVID Pandemic that has changed how everyone goes about their daily lives. The decision to administer... Read More.

Carmi Christmas Elves Present Lights, Movies, and Ice Skating This Weekend

Thursday, December 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi Christmas Elves will present Christmas Lights of Hope, a drive-thru Christmas light display at the White County Fairgrounds in Carmi this Friday, December 18th from 6-9 PM, along with ice skating for all ages from 5-9 PM, Saturday, December 19th, a Drive-In Movie... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 56 New COVID-19 Cases Wednesday

Thursday, December 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified, on Wednesday, of 56 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (29)1 female under the age of 10 3 males in their teens 1 female in her 20’s 2 males... Read More.

Hamilton County Health Department Reports 6 New COVID-19 Cases Wednesday

Thursday, December 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Hamilton County Health Department was notified Wednesday of 6 additional positive cases of COVID-19. The individuals include… 1 female child 2 females in their 20’s 2 males in their 30’s 1 male in his 50’s To date:There have been 482 lab-confirmed positive cases of... Read More.

Traffic Stop Nets 50 Grams of Synthetic Marijuana, Two Arrested

Thursday, December 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Warrick County – Last night at approximately 10:30, Indiana State Police Trooper Otolski was patrolling in the area of Epworth Road and Lincoln Avenue when he stopped the driver of a 1997 Ford Escort for a defective headlight and false registration. The driver was... Read More.

WVC Closed for Winter Break

Thursday, December 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Mount Carmel, Ill.— Wabash Valley College will be closing early at 12 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 21, and will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020 through Jan. 4, 2021 for Winter Break.There will be no classes and all offices will be closed during this... Read More.

New Minimum Wage Rates Set to Take Effect on New Year’s Day

Wednesday, December 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Department of Labor Reminds Workers to Watch Their Wages SPRINGFIELD – Illinoisans will ring in the New Year with an additional increase in the minimum wage to $11 an hour, and the Illinois Department of Labor is encouraging employees to watch their paychecks to ensure... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 52 New COVID-19 Cases Tuesday

Wednesday, December 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified, on Tuesday, of 52 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (21)1 female under the age of 10 1 female in her teens 4 females in their 20’s 1 female... Read More.