Local News

Egyptian Health Reports Eight New Cases of COVID-19 in Saline County

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified on September 28, 2020, of eight Saline County 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, case status in... Read More.

Grayville City Council Tackles Bulk Water Operation Monday Night

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

“We’re no longer in a society where the honor system works.”Those the words from Mayor Travis Thompson Monday night at the Grayville City Council meeting. The water meters show he’s on the money. The bulk water operation is on an honor system currently and... Read More.

I-57 expansion highlights Rebuild Illinois improvements, investment in southern Illinois

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Additional lanes made possible by Gov. Pritzker’s historic capital programMOUNT VERNON – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announced that the ongoing and future expansion of Interstate 57 from Mount Vernon to Johnston City highlights a commitment to improve safety, reduce congestion and encourage economic... Read More.

SIC Board of Trustees Plans for the Future

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

HARRISBURG, Ill. (Sept. 28, 2020) - The Southeastern Illinois College Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Sept. 22, in the Heritage Room on the Harrisburg campus due to social distancing requirements. The Board approved a grant, discussed a Carmi campus expansion, passed the FY21 Budget,... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Break-In Sunday Night

Monday, September 28 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The White County Sheriff’s Office received a call Sunday, around 8:09 PM, from Steven Barker of Shawneetown, reporting a break-in at a mobile home on Valter Drive in Carmi. Barker told Deputy Scott Cantrell that the residence belonged to his mother who passed away.... Read More.

White County Sheriff’s Office Has Busy Wednesday With a Burned Stolen Truck, a Warrant Arrest, and Suspicious Bones

Monday, September 28 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The White County Sheriff’s Office received a call Wednesday morning, just after 11, of a burned pickup truck at the Boultinghouse Lease in the Calvin Bottoms. When Officers arrived, they observed a red Chevy truck parked next to an oil well completely burned and... Read More.

P.I.F.F. to Hold Fundraising Bake Sale October 1st and 2nd; Donations Needed

Monday, September 28 by WROY/WRUL Staff

P.I.F.F. (Pay It Forward Forever) will be having a fundraising bake sale this Thursday and Friday, October 1st and 2nd at S&E Auto, 1001 Oak Street in Carmi. Proceeds will be used to help with medical expenses incurred by Felicia Rumsey, who has been... Read More.

Crossville Woman Behind Bars on Multiple Charges Following Traffic Stop Friday

Monday, September 28 by WROY/WRUL Staff

A Crossville woman, 33 year old Sheena N. Garrett, was arrested by Crossville Police on multiple charges Friday night following a traffic stop. Just before 7, Crossville Police stopped a black 2013 Ford Edge on First Street at Hammill Street. The vehicle had been... Read More.

Illinois State Police District 19 Investigates Two Fatal Traffic Crashes Saturday

Monday, September 28 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois State Police District 19 responded to two separate fatal traffic crashes Saturday in Wayne County. The first crash happened around 3:52 p.m. as 57 year old Todd Bosler of Sandoval and 36 year old Jonathan Stanley of Fairfield were both traveling northbound on US... Read More.

Carmi Church of the Nazarene Taking Orders for Smoked Pork Loins

Monday, September 28 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi Church of the Nazarene will be selling smoked pork 1/2 loins for $25.00 on Friday, October 2nd at the Church Annex, 106 Sixth St. Carmi from 2:00pm - 7:00pm. Advance orders can be placed by calling:Barb Walters 618 384-8567Robin Haught 618 383-1972Patty Hodgson 618... Read More.