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Carmi Police Make Three Arrests Tuesday

Wednesday, November 4 by WROY/WRUL Staff

45 year old Donnielle R. Sitzman, of Evansville, was arrested by Carmi Police Tuesday afternoon following a traffic stop. She was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance (Oxycodone). She is currently being held in the White County Jail. Brandi L. Holland, 33, of Carmi,... Read More.

Official Statement from Ray Mitchell

Wednesday, November 4 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Following his election loss in the race for County Board District 3, challenger Ray Mitchell says, “The voters of District Three clearly prefer to stick with the incumbent. With that being said I want to thank the folks who trusted me enough to cast... Read More.

Chamber Believes Electorate is Rejecting Tax Amendment

Wednesday, November 4 by WROY/WRUL Staff

“It is clear that Illinoisans do not trust this legislature and this administration to spend more of their precious tax dollars without restraint," said Illinois Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Todd Maisch. "We believe we’re on our way to hearing from the electorate... Read More.

Election Results 2020: Unofficial Results

Wednesday, November 4 by WROY/WRUL Staff

WHITE COUNTYHuge turnout in White County November 3rd, 10,010 registered voters here, nearly 7,500 ballots cast (7,467) or 74.6%. With all 19 precincts reporting, 5,734 or 80.85% of voters say no to what’s been tabbed as the “fair tax.” 1,358 White Countians did vote for... Read More.

Veteran’s Day Meal

Wednesday, November 4 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Each year, Fairfield Memorial Hospital recognizes and appreciates all veterans who have fought for our freedom. Therefore, in honor of their service, Fairfield Memorial Hospital wishes to offer a free complimentary lunch for any Veteran who would like to join on November 11th from... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 36 New COVID-19 Cases Tuesday

Wednesday, November 4 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified, on Tuesday, of 36 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County (25)2 males in their teens 2 females in their 20’s 2 males in their 20’s a female in her... Read More.

White County All Precincts Reporting – Unofficial Results

Tuesday, November 3 by Jc Tinsley

Huge turnout in White County November 3rd; 10,010 registered voters here, nearly 7,500 ballots cast (7,467) or 74.6%.With all 19 precincts reporting, 5,734 or 80.85% of voters say no to what’s been tabbed as the “fair tax”. 1,358 White Countians did vote for it.No... Read More.

Wayne County Illinois – 27 of 27 Precincts Reporting

Tuesday, November 3 by Jc Tinsley

With 27 of 27 precincts in, Wayne County results follow: Of the 11,193 registered voters, 5,476 actually turned in ballots, or just under 49%. President Donald Trump took over 87.5% of the Wayne County vote with challenger and former Vice President Joe Biden garnering only a... Read More.

White County Illinois – 11 of 18 Precincts Reporting

Tuesday, November 3 by Jc Tinsley

With 11 of 18 precincts reporting in White County, it’s clear some things haven’t changed from 4 years ago. White County overwhelmingly has cast votes for Republicans. Of the 1,874 ballots cast so far, 1,515 have said no to the “fair tax” while 256... Read More.

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Wayne County Illinois – 19 of 27 Precincts Reporting

Tuesday, November 3 by Jc Tinsley

With 19 of 27 Precincts reporting in Wayne County, we see so far that the race for coroner shows Carrie Jo Dagg, a Republican leading Democratic rival Jimmy Taylor by a nearly 57% to 41% margin or 1,973 to 1,412 votes. Like White County,... Read More.