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New programs available to help Illinois small businesses impacted by COVID-19

Thursday, April 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Paycheck Protection Program Eligible recipients may qualify for a loan up to $10 million determined by eight weeks of prior average payroll plus an additional 25% of that amount. Loan payments will be deferred for six months. SBA will forgive loans if all employees... Read More.

With $349 Billion in Emergency Small Business Capital Cleared, SBA and Treasury Begin Unprecedented Public-Private Mobilization Effort to Distribute Funds

Thursday, April 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

WASHINGTON – Following President Trump’s signing of the historic Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza and Treasury Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin today announced that the SBA and Treasury Department have initiated a robust... Read More.

Unemployment Rate Tops 6.6 Million

Thursday, April 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

More than 6.6 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week — doubling a record high set just one week earlier — a sign that layoffs are accelerating in the midst of the coronavirus. The stunning report Thursday from the Labor Department showed that job... Read More.

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Cave-in-Rock Ferry Resumes Operations Today

Thursday, April 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Cave-in-Rock Ferry has resumed operations as of 6 a.m. today. The ferry closed at 7 p.m. on March 28 when floodwaters crossed KY 91 near the Kentucky Landing. Officials say the ferry has close when Ohio River floodwaters are in the 42 ft. range... Read More.

Carmi League of Arts Second Annual Themed Visual Arts Competition Entries Due April 10th

Thursday, April 2 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Many have put a lot of time and work into creating art for our New Beginning Art Competition that was supposed to be held in March. The Carmi League of Arts wants our community to see your talent and beautiful creations. Please email a good... Read More.

Illinois Public Health Officials Announce 986 New Cases of Covid-19 Virus

Wednesday, April 1 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced 986 new cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 42 additional deaths. Locally, we're still on just 1 case in Saline County Illinois. Gallatin, White, Hamilton, Wayne and Edwards Counties in Illinois are all... Read More.

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Carmi Native Claims 2020 Paul Simon Essay Contest Award

Wednesday, April 1 by Jc Tinsley

A student essay reflecting on how unexpected changes in life can lead you to a community college to pursue your dreams has earned Mattie Dennis the 2020 Paul Simon Essay award at Southeastern Illinois College. “Winning this award makes me very proud,” said Dennis. “I was... Read More.

Represnetative Bailey Issues Statement Criticizing Illinois Governor Pritzker for Failings

Wednesday, April 1 by Jc Tinsley

State Representatives Darren Bailey (R-Louisville) and State Representative Blaine Wilhour (R-Effingham) have heard from dozens of constituents over the past week about the inability to access the state’s unemployment services. Today, the two issued the following joint statement: “More than 130,000 Illinois workers filed for unemployment... Read More.

City of Carmi Planned Power Outage

Wednesday, April 1 by Jc Tinsley

The City of Carmi will have a planned power outage on Thursday, April 2, 2020, from 5am-7am for the purpose of replacing a pole. Areas affected include the north side of the 500 block of Bohleber Drive, and the 500 block of the south... Read More.

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White Encourages Residents to Use Online Services during Office Closures Due to COVID-19

Wednesday, April 1 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Driver Services facilities closed statewide through April 30 Online transactions will help alleviate the rush when Driver Services facilities reopen Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is reminding the public that many online services are available at www.cyberdriveillinois.com while Driver Services facilities are now closed to... Read More.

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New programs available to help Illinois small businesses impacted by COVID-19

With $349 Billion in Emergency Small Business Capital Cleared, SBA and Treasury Begin Unprecedented Public-Private Mobilization Effort to Distribute Funds

Unemployment Rate Tops 6.6 Million

Cave-in-Rock Ferry Resumes Operations Today

Carmi League of Arts Second Annual Themed Visual Arts Competition Entries Due April 10th

Illinois Public Health Officials Announce 986 New Cases of Covid-19 Virus

Carmi Native Claims 2020 Paul Simon Essay Contest Award

Represnetative Bailey Issues Statement Criticizing Illinois Governor Pritzker for Failings

City of Carmi Planned Power Outage

White Encourages Residents to Use Online Services during Office Closures Due to COVID-19

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