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Sen. Bailey Pushes for Tax Credit for Families Paying for Long Term Care

Friday, March 26 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD- Long-term care expenses can be incredibly expensive for patients and their family members. State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) has filed legislation aimed at offering some financial help for those who have to cover the costs. "Times are tough for families across the state. If... Read More.

ISP District 19 Responds to Traffic Crash in Wayne County Thursday Morning

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois State Police District 19 responded to a personal injury traffic crash this (Thursday) morning around 7:20 a.m. in Wayne County. 62 year old, John Peery, of Louisville, KY, was traveling east on Interstate 64, approximately ¼ mile west of milepost 107 in Wayne... Read More.

Collaborative Checkoff Partnership Leads to Sustainable Soybean Oil Commitment from Goodyear

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Goodyear’s sustainable soybean oil procurement policy will drive increasingly stronger annual demand for soybean oil decades into the future. ST. LOUIS (March 25, 2021) — Soy checkoff research funding and partnership with The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has led to a multi-decade commitment by the tire... Read More.

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Vaccine Oportunities; Egyptian Health and Others

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

As of Monday, March 22, higher education staff, government workers, and media are eligible for vaccination at the more than 900 location in the state’s provider network. Beginning Monday, March 29, food and beverage workers, construction trade workers, and religious leaders will be eligible for... Read More.

Help the Red Cross Refuel the Blood Supply

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Race to give blood for a chance to win a trip for four to the 2022 Indianapolis 500® NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 25, 2021 — The American Red Cross is calling for donors of all blood types, especially those with type O blood, to race to Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 2 New COVID-19 Cases Wednesday

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified Wednesday of 2 Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County 1 female in her teens Gallatin County 1 female in her 70’s To date, Saline County has had a total of 2,558... Read More.

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Popularity for Illinois’ Dual Credit Program Continues to Rise with Illinois High School Students

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

More than 500,000 students have earned early college credit before High School graduation since 2010 SPRINGFIELD (March 18, 2021) – Over the last decade, Illinois’ Dual Credit Program has seen a steady enrollment increase of more than 5.9% annually with more than half-a-million students earning... Read More.

Public Health Officials Announce 2,793 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

More than 5 million doses of vaccine administered in Illinois SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 2,793 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 20 additional deaths. - Champaign County: 1 female 60s - Cook County: 1 female 60s, 1... Read More.

Rep. Niemerg Opposed to Yet Another Chicago Proposal: Taxing Ammo on Law-Abiding Gun Owners

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

TEUTOPOLIS…State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) re-confirmed today that he is opposed to a legislative proposal that would impose a 1 percent tax on Illinois gun owners when they purchase ammunition. The bill has been assigned to the Sales, Amusement, & Other Taxes Subcommittee of... Read More.

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Rep. Patrick Windhorst -Windhorst Discusses Reimagine Illinois and Our Fiscal Situation

Thursday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Illinois House Republican caucus recently revealed their new comprehensive platform called Reimagine Illinois. It is a four-point plan to end the culture of corruption, restore responsible fiscal leadership, grow jobs and opportunity, and ensure public safety in the State of Illinois. The plan outlines... Read More.

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Sen. Bailey Pushes for Tax Credit for Families Paying for Long Term Care

ISP District 19 Responds to Traffic Crash in Wayne County Thursday Morning

Collaborative Checkoff Partnership Leads to Sustainable Soybean Oil Commitment from Goodyear

Vaccine Oportunities; Egyptian Health and Others

Help the Red Cross Refuel the Blood Supply

Egyptian Health Department Reports 2 New COVID-19 Cases Wednesday

Popularity for Illinois’ Dual Credit Program Continues to Rise with Illinois High School Students

Public Health Officials Announce 2,793 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease

Rep. Niemerg Opposed to Yet Another Chicago Proposal: Taxing Ammo on Law-Abiding Gun Owners

Rep. Patrick Windhorst -Windhorst Discusses Reimagine Illinois and Our Fiscal Situation

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