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Gov. Pritzker’s Lockdown Orders Tossed; Individual Liberty Re-Established in Illinois

Louisville, IL – Once again, Clay County Circuit Court Judge Michael McHaney ruled Governor J.B. Pritzker overstepped his authority in issuing multiple “stay at home” or lockdown orders to address the COVID-19 pandemic.State Rep. Darren Bailey (R-Xenia) took legal action against the Governor, challenging... Read More.

Secretary of State Offices Closed for Independence Day

Friday, July 3 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and Driver Services facilities will close in observance of Independence Day. Offices and Driver Services Facilities operating on a:· Monday through Friday schedule will be closed on Friday July 3rd.· Monday through Saturday schedule,... Read More.

Fourth of July Fireworks in Crossville Saturday Night

Thursday, July 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

There will be Fourth of July Fireworks in Crossville at 9:00 pm. Saturday at Tiger Field...Please social distance.

REND LAKE COLLEGE FOUNDATION CHILDREN’S CENTER PLANS AUGUST REOPENING

Thursday, July 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

INA, Ill. (July 1, 2020) — The Rend Lake College Foundation Children’s Center plans to reopen in August following a brief hiatus.The Children’s Center closed in May to align operations with Illinois’ phased reopening plan. As more restrictions are being lifted, the RLCF Children’s... Read More.

Construction Suspended Where Possible for July 4

Thursday, July 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Non-emergency closures called off, but motorists should still expect work zones SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that lanes that have been closed for construction will reopen, where possible, for the Fourth of July holiday to minimize travel disruption.Non-emergency closures will be suspended... Read More.

Southeastern Ready to Welcome Students Back for Fall

Thursday, July 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

HARRISBURG, Ill. (July 1, 2019) - Southeastern Illinois College released its Fall reopening plan to all its employees this week, and will post the plan on the College website in July at least a month before the start of school.Administrators say that this gives employees... Read More.

Keep Your Independence This July Fourth and Drive Sober

Thursday, July 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Law enforcement to step up traffic safety enforcement SPRINGFIELD – With the Fourth of July just around the corner, law enforcement throughout the state are taking part in the "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over"campaign to keep impaired drivers off the roads. The stepped-up effort will... Read More.

Secretary of State Jesse White and IDOT Alert Drivers to Two New Traffic Safety Laws Effective July 1

Thursday, July 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Measures include tougher penalties for injuries caused by texting and driving Secretary of State Jesse White and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced two new laws that took effect July 1 which establish tougher penalties for drivers who seriously injure others while texting and... Read More.

Carmi City Council to Meet Tuesday Night

Thursday, July 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Carmi City Council will hold the first of their two regular monthly meetings this Tuesday, July 7th at 5:30 P.M. at City Council Chambers, located at 225 East Main Street.On the agenda will be the re-appointments of Rick Absher and Lloyd Stills to... Read More.

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5th White County Resident Tests Positive for CoViD-19 Wednesday

Wednesday, July 1 by Jc Tinsley

Egyptian Health Department was notified on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 of a White County resident who has tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individual, a male in his 20’s, is doing well and in isolation. This is the fifth confirmed positive of COVID-19 in... Read More.