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Loston Turns Himself in Monday on White County Warrant for Theft Over $500

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Donovan M. Loston, 24, of Norris City turned himself in at the White County Sheriff’s Office Monday afternoon on a White County Warrant for Theft Over $500 (a 2007 Kia Optima). Loston bonded out to $2000 cash.

Sheriff’s Office Investigates Counterfeit Bill Attempted to be Passed in Crossville

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The White County Sheriff’s Office investigated a forgery case Monday night after White County Sheriff Doug Maier contacted Deputy Scott Cantrell about a $100 bill that had been tried to pass as tender at Maier Grocery in Crossville. Sheriff Maier stated that the cashier... Read More.

Travelstead Arrested by White County Sheriff’s Department on White County Warrant Monday

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

41 year old Miranda K. Travelstead of Carmi was arrested by the White County Sheriff’s Office Monday afternoon on a White County Warrant for Failure to Appear on a Retail Theft Charge for stealing under $300 worth of merchandise from Walmart. She was transported... Read More.

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Strong Arrested by White County Sheriff’s Office Following Monday Afternoon Traffic Stop

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

A 67 year old Carmi woman, Diane Strong, is behind bars in the White County Jail, following a traffic stop by the White County Sheriff’s Office Monday afternoon. Deputy George Spencer conducted a stop on a white 2007 Lincoln Town Car on County Road... Read More.

FERRELL HOSPITAL TO OFFER DRIVE-THRU FLU SHOT CLINIC FOR ADULTS

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

MCLEANSBORO, IL – This Saturday, October 3, from 10 AM – 2 PM, Ferrell Hospital will offer a drive-thru flu shot clinic at the Local Laborers 1197 Hall in McLeansboro. The hall is located at 109 W. Market Street. This drive-thru clinic is for adults... Read More.

WVC Bass Warriors Off to Good Start

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Vandalia, Ill.— Two weeks into its inaugural season, the Wabash Valley College bass fishing club team is making a name for itself in the Association of Collegiate Anglers. Saturday, the tandem of Drew Gill and Clayton Halbig finished in seventh place out of 36 boats... Read More.

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Free GED Test Prep Classes to be Offered at Wabash Valley College

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Mt. Carmel, Ill.— Wabash Valley College is pleased to announce it will be offering free GED test prep classes. This class includes tutoring, instruction and materials, and it’s all free! The classes will be offered from Oct. 20 to Dec. 17 and there will be... Read More.

OCTOBER IS COLLEGE CHANGES EVERYTHING MONTH® IN ILLINOIS

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Free assistance is available to complete college and financial aid applications: Don’t miss out. Fill it out! CHICAGO – October is College Changes Everything® (CCE) Month in Illinois, when students are completing both their college applications and financial aid forms at the same time. Launched... Read More.

State of Illinois Announces Renewal of 7 Enterprise Zones in 2020

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced the designation of seven Enterprise Zones to take effect on January 1, 2021. As part of its annual review process, the Enterprise Zone Board evaluated applications submitted by municipalities and counties... Read More.

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Shawnee National Forest Celebrates 80th Anniversary with Lecture and Historical Film

Tuesday, September 29 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Cypress, IL—September 28, 2020— Shawnee National Forest continues its series of special programs to commemorate their 80th Anniversary of being proclaimed a national forest. Learn about Shawnee National Forest history and the many efforts made by dedicated residents of southern Illinois that were instrumental... Read More.

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Loston Turns Himself in Monday on White County Warrant for Theft Over $500

Sheriff’s Office Investigates Counterfeit Bill Attempted to be Passed in Crossville

Travelstead Arrested by White County Sheriff’s Department on White County Warrant Monday

Strong Arrested by White County Sheriff’s Office Following Monday Afternoon Traffic Stop

FERRELL HOSPITAL TO OFFER DRIVE-THRU FLU SHOT CLINIC FOR ADULTS

WVC Bass Warriors Off to Good Start

Free GED Test Prep Classes to be Offered at Wabash Valley College

OCTOBER IS COLLEGE CHANGES EVERYTHING MONTH® IN ILLINOIS

State of Illinois Announces Renewal of 7 Enterprise Zones in 2020

Shawnee National Forest Celebrates 80th Anniversary with Lecture and Historical Film

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