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Carmi Chamber to Host S.T.I.R Again

Wednesday, October 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Carmi Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you to join them on October 24th in downtown Carmi for S.T.I.R. The S.T.I.R. event this past June was a huge success and they wanted to bring it to you again! The Chamber would like to... Read More.

Governor Pritzker and Lt. Governor Stratton Unveil Healing Illinois Initiative to Advance Racial Healing

Wednesday, October 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

State to Provide Total of $4.5 Million in Grants to Organizations Across Illinois SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –Governor JB Pritzker and Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton announced today the Healing Illinois initiative in response to the racial disparities highlighted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Launched in partnership with... Read More.

Egyptian Health Department Reports 19 New COVID Cases Tuesday

Wednesday, October 7 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Egyptian Health Department was notified on October 6, 2020, of nineteen Southeastern Illinois residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include: Saline County a male, under the age of 12, case status in progress a female, in her teens, at home... Read More.

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New Resource for Expecting Mothers/Families Launches in White County

Tuesday, October 6 by Jc Tinsley

With the backing of We Love White County, Carmi and the region now has a new Pregnancy Resource Center. Tucked away at 226 North Walnut, the Pregnancy Help Center (PHC) offers the confidentiality and privacy that’s paramount to the expected clientele. The Carmi Chamber... Read More.

Rural Wabash County Water District to Begin Flushing Hydrants October 26th.

Tuesday, October 6 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Rural Wabash County Water District will begin flushing hydrants throughout the entire district on Monday, October 26, 2020 continuing through the week until completed. It is not uncommon to notice a dip in water pressure and sometimes a slight discoloration of the water during... Read More.

Seniors Most Likely to be Adversely Affected by “Fair Tax” According to New Report

Tuesday, October 6 by Jc Tinsley

A new report out says seniors will be adversely affected by the so-called Fair Tax if it were to pass. Illinois Policy says retiree’s income tax would jump by 9.3%. Currently, Illinois retirees don’t pay state income tax. Under the governor’s proposal, those seniors... Read More.

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Uber Expands to 25 Southern Illinois Counties Including White, Gallatin, Wayne, Edwards

Tuesday, October 6 by Jc Tinsley

Uber is coming to a neighborhood near you in Southeastern Illinois. A press release from the ride service says it will expand operations to 39 counties throughout Illinois including 25 southern Illinois counties. White, Wayne, Gallatin, Hardin, Edwards, Pope, and Wabash Counties are all... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Public Safety Tax with WCAS Director Adam Allen

Tuesday, October 6 by Jc Tinsley

WROY/WRUL Radio · Public Safety Open Line 2020

Ridgway Man Arrested for Driving While License Suspended

Tuesday, October 6 by WROY/WRUL Staff

36 year old John David Larson of Ridgway was arrested Monday night, by Carmi Police for Driving While License Suspended, after a traffic stop on Main Street at Jessup Street. He was taken to the White County Jail where he bonded out on $250... Read More.

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Norris City Village Board Met Monday Night

Tuesday, October 6 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Village of Norris City held its regular monthly meeting last night at the Lions Club Building. The board approved a TIF Agreement for the Lions Club Building at 100 East Main Street for repairs on the roof, at a cost of $25,000. Work will... Read More.

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Carmi Chamber to Host S.T.I.R Again

Governor Pritzker and Lt. Governor Stratton Unveil Healing Illinois Initiative to Advance Racial Healing

Egyptian Health Department Reports 19 New COVID Cases Tuesday

New Resource for Expecting Mothers/Families Launches in White County

Rural Wabash County Water District to Begin Flushing Hydrants October 26th.

Seniors Most Likely to be Adversely Affected by “Fair Tax” According to New Report

Uber Expands to 25 Southern Illinois Counties Including White, Gallatin, Wayne, Edwards

Open Line ON DEMAND – Public Safety Tax with WCAS Director Adam Allen

Ridgway Man Arrested for Driving While License Suspended

Norris City Village Board Met Monday Night

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