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Enfield Village Board to Meet Tuesday Night

Monday, October 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Enfield Village Board will meet Tuesday night at 7:00 PM, following a Public Hearing at 6:30 PM regarding the 2020 budget. Old business to be discussed during the board meeting will include passing the budget and the sale of property. There will also... Read More.

Carmi Police Make A Couple of Arrests Over the Weekend

Monday, October 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

23 year old Lonnie J. Duvall of Carmi was stopped by Carmi Police Friday afternoon on Fifth Street for Driving on a Suspended License. Duvall ran into his house and apparently exited out the back door. While Officers were on the scene, Duvall was... Read More.

Hamilton County Board to Meet Tuesday Night

Monday, October 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Hamilton County Board will meet Tuesday night at 6:00 PM. The board will hear department reports from Clark Griffith, representing Hamilton / Wayne County Board of Health, COVID -19 Update for Hamilton County, Sheriff Lakin, Sheriff Department Report, Discussion / Approval of Gary... Read More.

FMH TO HOST VETERANS DAY COMPLIMENTARY LUNCH

Monday, October 19 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.

DOJ CHARGES MORE THAN 14,200 DEFENDANTS WITH FIREARMS-RELATED CRIMES IN FY20

Monday, October 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Charging Numbers Hit Five-Year High in the Southern District of Illinois Fairview Heights, Ill. – This week, the Department of Justice announced it has charged more than 14,200 defendants with firearms-related crimes during Fiscal Year (FY) 2020, despite the challenges of COVID-19 and its impact... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 11 New COVID-19 Cases Sunday

Monday, October 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified on October 18, 2020, of eleven Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include:Saline Countya female, in her 20’s, at home and in isolation a female, in her 30’s, at home and... Read More.

Crossville Pair Arrested Thursday Afternoon on Warrant and Obstruction Charge

Friday, October 16 by Jc Tinsley

Two Crossville residents were taken into custody by police Thursday afternoon. A report from Crossville PD indicates an officer noticed 23 year old Nick Page in the garage at a residence on Cross Street and knew him to be wanted on a warrant. The... Read More.

Details Emerge from Wayne County Head On Semi vs Semi Crash Thursday

Friday, October 16 by Jc Tinsley

Details have emerged following a head on two semi tractor trailer traffic crash we told you about yesterday in Wayne County. Illinois State Police have released the preliminary crash report. The accident happened at a quarter after 9am Thursday on US 45 near County... Read More.

Felicia Rumsey Fundraiser Coming up Tonight (Friday) at Carmi Elks

Friday, October 16 by Jc Tinsley

***UPDATE*** (Food will not be served at this event. The bands will still be performing and the cover charge has been lowered to $5.00.) The Carmi Elks Lodge is hosting a “Fight for Felicia” fundraiser this evening at their lodge on Cherry Street in... Read More.

Carmi Pride Parade Planned for Weekend

Friday, October 16 by Jc Tinsley

Folks in the area have seen several planned or impromptu “Trump parades” over the last few weeks and months, both on the roads and on the water. A different kind of parade is coming to Carmi this weekend however. Born just a week ago,... Read More.