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IDFPR Announces Approval of Permanent Rules for Conditional Adult Use Cannabis Dispensary Licenses Tiebreaking Process

Thursday, August 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois Joint Committee on Administrative Rules Approves Tiebreaker Rules; Dispensary Licenses to be Issued in Coming Weeks CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) announced today that permanent rules have been adopted for adult use cannabis dispensary licensees to be selected when... Read More.

Pritzker Administration Extends Deadline to Apply for Nutrition Benefits Amidst Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic

Thursday, August 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Households Can Receive $342 in SNAP Funds per Eligible Student SPRINGFIELD - Today, Governor Pritzker announced that the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) has extended the deadline for Illinoisans to apply for nutrition benefits to August 31. Eligible Illinois residents can receive food benefits... Read More.

IEMA Provides Safety Tips for Storm Survivors During Extended Power Outages

Thursday, August 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

More than 249,000 households in Illinois still without power following Monday storms SPRINGFIELD – Power outages are more than just inconvenient; they can be dangerous. That’s why the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) and local emergency managers are highlighting various safety tips to help recent... Read More.

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Rep. Bailey Helps Promote New Free Mobile App for Sportsmen and Women: Download ‘Outdoor Illinois’ Beginning Today

Thursday, August 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Louisville, IL – State Representative Darren Bailey (R-Xenia) is assisting the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) get the word out about the new mobile app for outdoorsmen and women called Outdoor Illinois. Launched today by the Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF), the app is... Read More.

Two White County Residents Latest CoViD Positive Cases According to Egyptian Health Department

Wednesday, August 12 by Jc Tinsley

Egyptian Health Department was notified on August 12, 2020, of two White County residents who have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). The individuals include:  White County o a female, in her 20’s, at home and in isolation o a male, in his 70’s, hospitalized To date, Saline... Read More.

McLeansboro City Council Met Tuesday With a Busy Agenda

Wednesday, August 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Mcleansboro City Council met last night at the Hamilton County Courthouse. Scott Mareing was there and has this report… Mayor Dick Dietz swore in James Morris as Fire Chief, praising him and the Fire Department for the outstanding work they do. Approved was a pay... Read More.

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White County Will Vote on Public Safety Tax for Second Time Since 2018 this November

Wednesday, August 12 by Jc Tinsley

In 2018, a Public Safety Tax Referendum failed to pass. It would’ve added a half percent sales tax. At the August 11th White County Board meeting, members voted unanimously to allow voters a chance to reconsider, this time with a full one percent added... Read More.

New Hope Christian Academy to Open August 31st in the RIG Ministries Building

Wednesday, August 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The new private Christian School in Carmi, New Hope Christian Academy, has announced their new location for the school, the RIG Ministries building at 215 Industrial Avenue in Carmi. The school will open August 31. Limited openings are available. Apply today at nhcalions.org/apply

The Print Shop in Carmi to Host Bulldog Bash Friday, August 28th

Wednesday, August 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

No football season will not stop The Print Shop in Carmi from celebrating the upcoming Bulldog school year with their annual Bulldog Bash, Friday, August 28th. They will have food from Local Yokel’s BBQ, Rosie Jean’s Sweet Tea & Jesus, and entertainment from Luke... Read More.

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RLC RECEIVES GRANT FOR WI-FI EXPANSION

Wednesday, August 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

INA, Ill. (Aug. 11, 2020) — Rend Lake College students will see expanded Wi-Fi internet access on campus after the college was awarded a Career and Technical Education Improvement Grant. The Illinois Community College Board announced RLC as the recipient of $88,027 to help expand... Read More.

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IDFPR Announces Approval of Permanent Rules for Conditional Adult Use Cannabis Dispensary Licenses Tiebreaking Process

Pritzker Administration Extends Deadline to Apply for Nutrition Benefits Amidst Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic

IEMA Provides Safety Tips for Storm Survivors During Extended Power Outages

Rep. Bailey Helps Promote New Free Mobile App for Sportsmen and Women: Download ‘Outdoor Illinois’ Beginning Today

Two White County Residents Latest CoViD Positive Cases According to Egyptian Health Department

McLeansboro City Council Met Tuesday With a Busy Agenda

White County Will Vote on Public Safety Tax for Second Time Since 2018 this November

New Hope Christian Academy to Open August 31st in the RIG Ministries Building

The Print Shop in Carmi to Host Bulldog Bash Friday, August 28th

RLC RECEIVES GRANT FOR WI-FI EXPANSION

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