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Public Health Administrator Gives Local Update to WROY-WRUL on Covid-19; Says It May Already Be Amongst Us Due to Limited Testing

Wednesday, March 25 by Jc Tinsley

White, Gallatin and Saline Counties are now up to nearly or just over 30 formal tests for Covid-19, and even though the virus seems to be creeping ever closer, Egyptian Health Department Public Health Administrator Jamie Byrd says our counties remain in the clear,... Read More.

IDES Offices Closed to the Public Until Further Notice

Wednesday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The health and safety of IDES customers and staff are of highest importance. In order to protect everyone through social distancing, IDES offices are closed to the public until further notice. You may access IDES services using the following methods: To file an Unemployment Insurance claim,... Read More.

State Treasurer to Make Low-Interest Bridge Loans for Businesses Available as Soon as This Week

Monday, March 23 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois small businesses can tap into $250 million in low-interest bridge loans as soon as this week to help push through the COVID-19 pandemic, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs said today. The state treasurer’s office will make $250 million available to Illinois banks and credit unions that wish... Read More.

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Jesse White Extends Office Closures, Including Driver Services Facilities, Through April 7

Monday, March 23 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Many online services remain available Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is announcing that all offices, including Driver Services facilities statewide, will extend their closures to the public through April 7, 2020 due to Governor Pritzker’s “Stay at Home” proclamation issued today. Expiration dates for... Read More.

Illinois Public Health Officials Announce 296 New Cases of Coronavirus (Covid-19) Disease

Sunday, March 22 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced 296 new cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including an infant. IDPH also announced three deaths. The deaths included a Cook County man in his 80s, a Chicago man in his 80s, and a... Read More.

Illinois: New Measures as a Result of Coronavirus

Friday, March 20 by WROY/WRUL Staff

As Illinoisans face increasing challenges as a result of the coronavirus, Governor JB Pritzker announced a series of new measures to relieve pressure on small businesses, increase safe opportunities for vulnerable populations to purchase essentials and expand health care services for patients and providers. SALES... Read More.

Jesse White Announces Closure of All Driver Services Facilities Effective March 17 Through March 31

Tuesday, March 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Expiration dates to be extended 30 days White calls on Dept. of Homeland Security to push back federal REAL ID implementation date Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is announcing that all offices, including Driver Services facilities statewide, will be closed to the public... Read More.

School Closings Due to Coronavirus Prevention

Monday, March 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Due to the coronavirus, the list of Tri-State schools, businesses, and events continues to grow.Here are the schools in our area that have announced they will be closed starting Monday.Illinois-White County Schools–Until March 30th (Will attend Monday but out 17th - 30th)-Wabash County Schools–Until... Read More.

Illinois Secretary of State’s Office Announces Precautions at the Capitol Regarding Coronavirus

Thursday, March 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Illinois Secretary of State’s office is taking a number of precautionary measures to limit the possibilities for the exposure of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) at the State Capitol.Permits for all scheduled tours of the Illinois State Capitol Building and all events scheduled to... Read More.

IL Department of Human Services Announces First Day to Complete the 2020 Census Online

Thursday, March 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois residents can complete the census online starting tomorrow at my2020census.govCHICAGO/SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) announced the first day to complete the 2020 Census online is today, March 12th on my2020census.gov.The online questionnaire is the... Read More.

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