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FIRST MID COMMITS $20,000 IN GRANT FUNDS TO LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES

MATTOON, IL — First Mid Bank & Trust was recently awarded $20,000 in grant funding from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago COVID-19 Relief Grant Program to assist small businesses and nonprofits affected by the pandemic. Today, the bank has announced that the awarded grant funds... Read More.

Revive Our Economy – Shop Local

Monday, June 1 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Louisville, IL. – State Rep. Darren Bailey is calling on citizens to come to the rescue of local businesses as a way of taking charge and helping jumpstart the state economy.“We have all been challenged in various degrees because of the coronavirus pandemic,” said... Read More.

Rep. Bailey Opposed Bill to Mandate Mail-In Ballots and Increase Costs Nearly $17 Million for Local Election Authorities

Friday, May 22 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Springfield, IL…After several hours of debate, State Rep. Darren Bailey (R-Xenia) voted to oppose Senate Bill 1863 that mandates an expanded vote by mail program and unsecure curbside voting as well as would expand using more 16- and 17-year olds as election judges and... Read More.

Peoples National Bank Awards $38,500 in Local Community Scholarships to Graduating High School Seniors

Tuesday, May 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

77 students throughout Southern Illinois receive scholarshipPeoples National Bank announced that 77 high school graduating seniors were awarded $38,500 to continue their secondary education. “Our commitment to the communities we serve is part of who we are, what we do and why we have... Read More.

Local Scout Council Hosts “Cabin Fever” Virtual Camporee

Friday, May 1 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SOUTHWESTERN INDIANA/SOUTHEASTERN ILLINOIS – Since traditional campouts can’t take place right now, local Boy Scouts of America volunteers have planned the first-ever “Cabin Fever” Buffalo Trace Council Virtual Camporee. The free event, scheduled for Saturday, May 9, is for youth of all ages, and will be... Read More.

Unemployment Statewide Data Shows Soaring Numbers; Local Numbers Due Next Thursday

Thursday, April 16 by Jc Tinsley

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) today released new statewide data showing the department processed over 141,000 new initial unemployment claims for the week ending April 11. As of March 1, the department has processed more than 650,000 initial unemployment claims, 12 times... Read More.

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IDHS to Close Remaining Local Office Lobbies as Covid-19 Peaks in Illinois; All Benefits Remain Available

Wednesday, April 15 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Consumers still urged to stay home; all benefits applications fully available by phone and online; local staff responding by phone and will continue handling local emergency assistance needsCHICAGO/SPRINGFIELD - Today, the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is taking another step to protect its... Read More.

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.

Several Local Carmi Businesses Are Still Open or are Making Themselves Available to Customers

Wednesday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Merle Norman Cosmetics & Boutique is closed for business through Tuesday, April 7th. Although the doors are not open, they will do their best to meet the needs of their customers during this time. If you need to get Merle Norman or other merchandise, please... Read More.

Carmi Chamber of Commerce Encourages People to Support Local Businesses

Thursday, March 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

-- PLEASE SUPPORT OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES! -- Although there are many restrictions being put in place during this Covid-19 health scare, please make every attempt to support our local businesses. Some alternative ways you can support businesses during this restrictive time:1) Order carry out meals or delivery from... Read More.

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