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Local Sports Recap – January 7, 2026

Wednesday, January 7 by Cole Carter

WROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap The Carmi-White County Wrestling team traveled to Herrin last night, and the Bulldogs fell by a final score of 53-27. Dylan Combs and Laeden Vargas both pinned their opponents. Caleb King and Jazz Duckworth each received forfeits. The Bulldog Wrestlers will hit the... Read More.

First Meeting of the Year for Norris City Village

Tuesday, January 6 by Nicole Behnke

The first Norris City Village Meeting of the new year was lengthy, clocking in at over an hour and a half. Scott Mareing was there and has this report… It was announced that the village earned over $130,000 in interest last year. White County EMA Director... Read More.

Brewster Arrested on Charge of Domestic Battery Monday Night

Tuesday, January 6 by Jc Tinsley

A Carmi woman is behind bars awaiting a hearing before a White County judge Tuesday morning. Carmi Police arrested 36-year-old Sarah Brewster of North Main Cross at her residence Monday evening. Authorities say they were called to the home in reference to a dispute... Read More.

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Three Individuals Arrested Over the Weekend

Monday, January 5 by Nicole Behnke

Carmi Police made three arrests over the weekend, beginning on Friday afternoon, when they arrested 43-year-old Brian Gwaltney. During a traffic stop at Main Street and Fairground Road, Carmi officers arrested Gwaltney for a White County Warrant. However, additional charges followed. Gwaltney also faced counts... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi Chamber Member of the Month – First Mid Bank and Trust

Monday, January 5 by Jc Tinsley

In this episode of Open Line ON DEMAND, Jc visits with Carmi Chamber Executive Director Megan Newman with some exciting news for the 250th celebration of America in Carmi this July. We also catch up with representatives from the Member of the Month, First... Read More.

Grayville Gets Million Dollar Community Development Block Grant

Wednesday, December 31 by Jc Tinsley

Mayor Travis Thompson is touting the City of Grayville’s latest grant win. Thompson says the municipality has received word their Community Development Block Grant has been accepted for $1 million and will be used for much needed repairs to the Sewer Waste Lagoon. It’s... Read More.

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Heath Cleared of DUI in November School Bus Incident

Tuesday, December 30 by Jc Tinsley

Bus driver and Carmi resident Stephan Heath has been cleared of the most serious allegation he faced in Bond County court. We told you about an incident that occurred on the way home from the CWCHS Volleyball Super-Sectional game on November 10th. Read more at... Read More.

White County Supervisor of Assessments Public Notice: Exemptions Save You Money

Tuesday, December 30 by Jc Tinsley

A REMINDER ABOUT AVAILABLE EXEMPTIONS REMEMBER THAT EXEMPTIONS SAVE YOU MONEY! As the new year approaches, we want to remind you of exemptions that might be available to help lower your tax bill. If you have any questions about the exemptions, please feel free to contact... Read More.

New Laws: Illinois’ Grocery Tax to End, Aquifer Protections Begin

Tuesday, December 30 by Jc Tinsley

Special to WROY/WRUL News, courtesy of Capitol News Illinois Bills regulating reservation apps, single-use plastics to take effect Jan. 1 By BEN SZALINSKI & BRENDEN MOORE Capitol News Illinois [email protected] Article Summary Nearly 300 Illinois laws will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026. Illinois’ 1% statewide grocery tax will... Read More.

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Linder Caught on Violation of Order of Protection

Monday, December 29 by Jc Tinsley

43-year-old Tyrel Linder is back behind bars thanks to multiple 911 hangup calls that alerted police to his whereabouts. It happened on Christmas Eve just before 6:30pm at a residence where the occupant had an order of protection against Linder. Grayville Police found Linder... Read More.

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Local Sports Recap – January 7, 2026

First Meeting of the Year for Norris City Village

Brewster Arrested on Charge of Domestic Battery Monday Night

Three Individuals Arrested Over the Weekend

Open Line ON DEMAND – Carmi Chamber Member of the Month – First Mid Bank and Trust

Grayville Gets Million Dollar Community Development Block Grant

Heath Cleared of DUI in November School Bus Incident

White County Supervisor of Assessments Public Notice: Exemptions Save You Money

New Laws: Illinois’ Grocery Tax to End, Aquifer Protections Begin

Linder Caught on Violation of Order of Protection

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