Local News

Angel’s Mercy Fundraiser to be held Sunday

Thursday, November 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

A new local organization aimed at helping assist survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault has a fundraiser planned for this Sunday. Angel’s Mercy board member Rheanna Pearce says the charity is only about 4 months old but has big plans to help victims... Read More.

Local Author Carol Cole to hold Book Signing at Carmi Public Library

Thursday, November 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

NEUROLOGIST STARTING AT WGH

Thursday, November 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

November 11, 2020 (Mt. Carmel, Illinois) –Wabash General Hospital’s President and CEO, Karissa Turner, is pleased to announce Dr. John Pidgeon will be joining the WGH staff later this month to offer neurology services to patients 16 and older. Mrs. Turner stated, “We are... Read More.

Carmi Light and Water and Taco Factory Closed Due to COVID-19

Thursday, November 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Due to COVID-19, the Carmi Light and Water Office will be closed until Monday, November 16 for cleaning. The City of Carmi regrets any inconvenience. The Taco Factory is closed as well due to several crew members exposed to Covid-19. The quarantine expires on Nov.... Read More.

FMH PRESENTS NOVEMBER EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

Wednesday, November 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Fairfield Memorial Hospital honors an employee each month who has been nominated by their peers for providing extraordinary patient care and customer services within and outside of the Hospital. Amber Morton, CRT, who works in the Cardiopulmonary Department at Fairfield Memorial Hospital, was selected as... Read More.

Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake to Host Free Industry Day for Small Business Contractors

Wednesday, November 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

4-H MEMBERS PRAISED FOR OUTSTANDING WORK

Wednesday, November 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

A year of work was rewarded Saturday, November 7 at the annual 4-H Evening of Excellence Achievement Awards Night held virtually due to COVID-19 and certain restrictions. Members and clubs will receive medals, prizes, and honors for their work completed September 2019 through August... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 1 White County Death; 52 New COVID-19 Cases Tuesday

Wednesday, November 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Egyptian Health Department was notified of a White County resident who has passed away due to complications of Coronavirus (COVID-19). The Egyptian Health Department is saddened by this news and their thoughts are with the family. Egyptian Health Department was notified on Tuesday of... Read More.

Hamilton County Health Department Reports 10 New COVID-19 Cases Tuesday

Wednesday, November 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Hamilton County Health Department has been notified of 10 additional positive cases of COVID-19 Tuesday. They include…a male in his 30’s 2 females in their 50’s a male in his 50’s 2 males in their 60’s a female in her 60’s 2 females... Read More.

Norris City Village Board Met Tuesday Night

Wednesday, November 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Norris City Village Board held its regular monthly meeting last night at the Lions Club Building instead of its normal date of the first Monday of the month.The annual audit for the Fiscal Year 4/30/20 was presented by Keith Botsch. He noted that... Read More.