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Three White County Historical Society Museums Open on Corn Day

Wednesday, October 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

On Corn Day in Carmi you will be able to visit three White County Historical Society museums from 11 am to 2 pm. In addition, you can include the ever-popular Corn Tasting event at Ratcliff Inn beginning at 11 am until 1 pm or... Read More.

Carmi Police Announce Traffic Pattern/Road Closures for Corn Day

Wednesday, October 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Carmi Kiwanis Corn Days 2019 is upon us again. With that comes some Road Closures and traffic detour patterns to allow for safe travels for through traffic and pedestrians. Church St. between Main and Cherry St. will be blocked beginning around 4:00 pm on... Read More.

Burrell’s Wood Learning Trail Dedication

Wednesday, October 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The City of Carmi will host a Dedication for the new Learning Trail at Burrell's Woods on Friday, October 18th, at 10:30 am. Vibracoustic, who provided the grant money for the project will also have a representative in attendance.

New Harmony Bridge Authority to Meet Thursday

Wednesday, October 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The New Harmony Bridge Authority will meet Thursday, October 10th, at 3:00 pm in the Opportunities For Access Conference Room, 1725 College Avenue in Carmi.

McLeansboro City Council Discusses Sewer and Water Improvements at Meeting Tuesday

Wednesday, October 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The council members approved their engineers recommendation of a $205,000 bid from Microcom to authorize Mayor Dick Dietz to execute the contract and related documents for the proposed water system improvements.After all the details have been worked out with the sewer and water committee,... Read More.

County Board Takes Up Cannabis Discussion; Holds Off on Action

Wednesday, October 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

A sparse crowd made up of only media and officials gathered in the peanut gallery of the White County Board meeting Tuesday night. A Budget Public Hearing began the evening at 6:45pm with no questions, comments or real discussion. Board members did praise Sheila... Read More.

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White County Sheriff’s Office Makes Two Warrant Arrests Monday

Wednesday, October 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The White County Sheriff’s Office made a couple of warrant arrests Monday night.Mindy K. Staton, 40, of Carmi, was arrested and taken to the White County Jail where she bonded out on $100 bail.Curtis B. Aud, 32, of Maunie, was also arrested and taken... Read More.

Annual Health Fair Held at SIC October 23

Tuesday, October 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

A wide variety of wellness-related topics will be addressed by a number of vendors featured at this year’s Health Fair at Southeastern Illinois College. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 23, from 9 a.m. until noon in the SIC Harry Crisp Student Center... Read More.

One-Room School to Hold Open House Corn Day

Tuesday, October 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The One-Room School located on E. Robinson Street in Carmi will hold an Open House on Corn Day, October 12, 2019 from 10:00 – 3:00. This one-room school (Rudolph School) was originally located east of Carmi on the Howard Ackerman farm. It was relocated... Read More.

Wabash Valley College Closed October 14th for Columbus Day

Tuesday, October 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Wabash Valley College will be closed on Monday, October 14, in observance of Columbus Day. There will be no classes; all offices will be closed; Pool and Fitness Center will be closed; Small World will be closed.