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Illinois State Police Announces November Activity and Enforcement

Thursday, December 3 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi, IL – Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Nathan Douglas, announced today activity and enforcement figures for the month of November. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,669 incidents during the month.Enforcement... Read More.

Stendeback Family Funeral Homes “Gifts of Memory” Tradition

Thursday, December 3 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Bill and Lynn Stendeback of Stendeback Family Funeral Homes would like to invite your family to join them in a “gift of memory” tradition. This tradition is a unique way for White and Posey County families to remember their loved ones on a special... Read More.

ISP District 19 Investigates Fatal Traffic Crash in Saline County Wednesday

Thursday, December 3 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois State Police District 19 responded to a single vehicle fatal traffic crash, Wednesday, in Saline County. 39 year old Taryn Hopkins of Eldorado was traveling south on Illinois Route 142 near North County Road in Saline County, around 1:52 PM, when she failed... Read More.

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Egyptian Health Department Reports 45 New COVID-19 Cases Wednesday

Thursday, December 3 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified, on Wednesday, of 45 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (19)1 female under the age of ten 3 females in their teens 3 males in their teens 1 female... Read More.

Hamilton County Health Department Reports 11 New COVID-19 Cases Wednesday

Thursday, December 3 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Hamilton County Health Department was notified of 11 additional positive cases of COVID-19 Wednesday. They include… 2 females in their 20’s 1 female in her 30’s 2 males in their 30’s 2 females in their 40’s 1 female in her 70’s 3 males in... Read More.

3D Mammography Mobile Event in Carmi on December 5th

Wednesday, December 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Fairfield Memorial Hospital will have their Mobile Mammography at the FMH Carmi Medical Clinic on Saturday, December 5th, with appointments beginning at 8:00a.m. No physician order needed for those who are over the age of 40. It must have been at least one year... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Damaged Pepsi Machine and Theft Report Monday

Wednesday, December 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The White County Sheriff’s Office received a report of Criminal Damage, Monday morning around 10:39, from Billy C. Harl, of Springerton. He told Officers he owns a soda machine located at 107 E. North Avenue in Springerton that had been damaged overnight. The Pepsi... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Office and ISP Arrest Two Individuals for Burglary Monday

Wednesday, December 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Early Monday morning, around 2:04 AM, White County 9-1-1 Dispatch received a call from Travis Vaughn, the owner of Chuck Wagon Charley’s, in reference to a possible break-in. Vaughn stated he observed two people inside the store, on camera, that were obviously there illegally.... Read More.

Red Cross and Country Music Star Martina McBride Urge Americans to Give Comfort Through Blood Donation

Wednesday, December 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Suburban Propane is supporting the effort by offering blood donors a chance to win an Outdoor Living Experience, powered by Propane for those who give now through Dec. 15 The American Red Cross and country music star Martina McBride have joined together this holiday season... Read More.

Rural Wabash County Water District Issues Boil Order Tuesday

Wednesday, December 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Due to a water line leak/repair, the Rural Wabash County Water District has issued a boil advisory until further notice for the following areas: 840 rd, 1220 Blvd (between 840 rd and 870 rd), 870 rd, and 1250 Blvd (all from 840 rd going... Read More.