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Coroner’s Report Reveals How Many White Countians We Lost in 2020

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

During the White County Board meeting Tuesday, we got a chance to take a look at Coroner Chris Marsh’s annual report. We already knew 2020 was a tough year; taking a look at the report gives us some scope however. The report reveals there... Read More.

24 Tri-County Residents Test Positive for COVID-19 Wednesday

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

24 Tri-County Residents have tested positive for COVID-19, according to the Egyptian Health Department Wednesday. The individuals include: Saline County (11) 1 female under the age of 10 2 females in their teens 1 female in her 30’s 1 female in her 50’s 1... Read More.

Darren Bailey Sworn-In as State Senator; Excited to begin 102nd General Assembly

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD– On the first day of the Illinois General Assembly, State Senator Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) has taken the oath of office and is beginning his first term in the Senate. “I’m excited to get to work with my new colleagues in the ‘upper’ chamber and to... Read More.

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Adam Niemerg Sworn In to 102nd General Assembly: Top Priorities are Protecting Innocent Life and State Reforms

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD…Today, Teutopolis native Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) was sworn in as the new State Representative for the 109th District. The district office will be located at 107 W. Main Street, Teutopolis, Illinois. “I am humbled to be selected to work on behalf of our area to... Read More.

Wilson Named RLC Employee Of The Month

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Rend Lake College named Brody Wilson it's January Employee of the Month. Wilson, a records specialist at RLC, joined the staff less than a year ago and in that short time has been a fast learner, a great help, and very flexible. A coworker said,... Read More.

IBHE BOARD APPROVES HIGHER EDUCATION BUDGET REQUEST FOCUSED ON EQUITY

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Board of Higher Education today approved a fiscal year 2022 budget that increases funding to support its continuing efforts to help close equity gaps in higher education outcomes. The budget proposal is $2.141 billion and would reflect a 4.5 percent ($92... Read More.

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Hamilton County Health Department Reports 6 New COVID Cases Wednesday

Thursday, January 14 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Hamilton County Health Department was notified of 6 additional positive cases of COVID-19 Wednesday. They include… 1 male infant 1 male toddler 1 female in her teens 1 male in his 20’s 1 male in his 40’s 1 male in his 50’s To date: There... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 1 Saline County Death; 19 New COVID-19 Cases Tuesday

Wednesday, January 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified Tuesday of a Saline County Resident who has passed away due to complications of Coronavirus (COVID-19). The Egyptian Health Department is saddened by this news and their thoughts are with the family. Egyptian Health Department was also notified on Tuesday,... Read More.

TAMMY SCHLESINGER NAMED FMH EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR

Wednesday, January 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Fairfield Memorial Hospital proudly announces that Tammy Schlesinger of the Nutritional Services Department has been voted the 2020 Employee of the Year by her peers. The 2020 FMH Employee of Month recipients were: January – Tammy Shamblin RN, Med/Surg February – Raven Smothers RN, Surgical Department March –... Read More.

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IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike Receives COVID-19 Vaccination

Wednesday, January 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Director urges people to be vaccinated when they are eligible SPRINGFIELD – Today, Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike received her coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccination at the Cook County Health’s North Riverside Health Center in Riverside. Partnering with the Cook County Department... Read More.

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Coroner’s Report Reveals How Many White Countians We Lost in 2020

24 Tri-County Residents Test Positive for COVID-19 Wednesday

Darren Bailey Sworn-In as State Senator; Excited to begin 102nd General Assembly

Adam Niemerg Sworn In to 102nd General Assembly: Top Priorities are Protecting Innocent Life and State Reforms

Wilson Named RLC Employee Of The Month

IBHE BOARD APPROVES HIGHER EDUCATION BUDGET REQUEST FOCUSED ON EQUITY

Hamilton County Health Department Reports 6 New COVID Cases Wednesday

Egyptian Health Department Reports 1 Saline County Death; 19 New COVID-19 Cases Tuesday

TAMMY SCHLESINGER NAMED FMH EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR

IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike Receives COVID-19 Vaccination

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