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Egyptian Health Department (White, Gallatin, Saline) CoViD-19 Update 4-15-2020

Wednesday, April 15 by Jc Tinsley

As of 4:00PM today, Wednesday, April 15, 2020, Egyptian Health Department has not been notified of any new cases of COVID-19 in our tri-county area of Saline, Gallatin and White Counties. There have been 3 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Saline County and 2 in... Read More.

Representative Darren Bailey Talks with IDES; Continues to Jab State Leaders

Wednesday, April 15 by Jc Tinsley

Representative Darren Bailey says he spoke with Illinois Department of Employment Security officials through a conference call recently and is offering some advice to folks who may still be having trouble with the system.Specifically, he says there have been a lot of questions from... Read More.

SIC: Remote Learning to Continue Over Summer; Commencement Ceremony Postponed

Wednesday, April 15 by Jc Tinsley

Southeastern Illinois College announced Wednesday it will convert its 2020 summer session to remote learning. "Southeastern takes the safety and security of our students and staff seriously just as we do their educational experience," said President Dr. Jonah Rice. "Our decision to transition remotely for... Read More.

Looking for a Silver Lining…Chances are You’re Getting Fewer Robocalls

Wednesday, April 15 by Jc Tinsley

Business closures and government stay-at-home orders have taken their toll on the American economy, but they have offered a silver-lining to some in Illinois: Fewer robocalls.To reduce the spread of COVID-19, the new coronavirus that’s killed hundreds in Illinois alone, state and local governments... Read More.

Blood Drive Scheduled for Today Cancelled Due to Staff Members with Elevated Temperatures

Wednesday, April 15 by Jc Tinsley

The planned American Red Cross Blood Drive that was scheduled to happen Wednesday afternoon at the Indian Creek Community Center had to be cancelled. Organizer Kimberly Fuqua says she received notice from the American Red Cross District Manager that three of their staff members... Read More.

IDOT Closing Portion of Route 142

Wednesday, April 15 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Transportation would like to alert motorist traveling on Illinois Route 142 between McLeansboro and Dahlgren in Hamilton County of an upcoming ROAD CLOSURE.Beginning Friday, April 17, 2020 at 6:00 P.M., Illinois 142 will be closed between Third Street in Delafield... Read More.

IDHS to Close Remaining Local Office Lobbies as Covid-19 Peaks in Illinois; All Benefits Remain Available

Wednesday, April 15 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Consumers still urged to stay home; all benefits applications fully available by phone and online; local staff responding by phone and will continue handling local emergency assistance needsCHICAGO/SPRINGFIELD - Today, the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is taking another step to protect its... Read More.

Governor Pritzker Announces Protections and Guidance for Illinois Residents Receiving Federal Stimulus Checks

Wednesday, April 15 by WROY/WRUL Staff

CHICAGO – Governor Pritzker announced Tuesday he is suspending laws that permit the service of a garnishment summons, wage deduction summons, or a citation to discover assets as part of consumer debt collection proceedings. This step protects the use of the stimulus money for food,... Read More.

Carmi City Council Met Via Conference Call Tuesday

Wednesday, April 15 by WROY/WRUL Staff

At the 25 minute Carmi City Council meeting, which was conducted by conference call due to the coronavirus outbreak, the members approved the reappointment of Nancy J Winter as Trustee on the Police Pension Fund Board for a two year term effective May First... Read More.

CWC Unit 5 Administrators Give Inside Look at Shelter in Place Schooling

Tuesday, April 14 by Jc Tinsley

The Shelter in Place order hasn’t been easy on anyone and while healthcare workers are on the front lines, educators and school workers are certainly feeling the pinch as they try to care for and educate the region’s youth under extraordinary circumstances. Our Jc... Read More.