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Pritzker Administration Thanks Physicians for Their Service in Battling the COVID-19 Pandemic on National Doctors’ Day

Wednesday, March 31 by WROY/WRUL Staff

SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) wish to thank physicians in Illinois in recognition of National Doctors’ Day for their dedication, commitment and selfless service during... Read More.

Blood Donation Remains Essential Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Monday, March 8 by WROY/WRUL Staff

(March 8, 20201) — A year ago, many things in the world paused due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But the need for blood never stopped. Today blood donations are just as essential, and the American Red Cross urges individuals who are healthy to make... Read More.

HIGHER EDUCATION AGENCIES ENCOURAGED BY STEADY FUNDING FOR EDUCATION AMIDST PANDEMIC CHALLENGES

Friday, February 19 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Increase in MAP and Funding for Common Application Support Increased Access, Diversity and Equity SPRINGFIELD— Despite budget woes stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. JB Pritzker recommended several increases for programs to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion in his budget address. State higher... Read More.

Jesse White Announces Closure of Driver Services Facilities from Nov. 17 until Dec. 7, 2020, Due to Worsening COVID-19 Pandemic

Monday, November 16 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Driver’s licenses and ID card expirations will be extended until June 1, 2021 White encourages online renewal options CDL facilities remain open for truck drivers Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is announcing Driver Services facilities statewide will be closed to... Read More.

Blood Donations Urged Amid COVID-19 Pandemic, Upcoming Holidays

Monday, November 9 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Nov. 8, 2020 —The American Red Cross is urging healthy donors of all blood types to band together to give blood or platelets and help ensure a stable blood supply for patients this holiday season. The traditional slump in blood donations between Thanksgiving and New... Read More.

New CoViD Case Reported in Hamilton County Tuesday Marks Fiftieth Since Pandemic Began

Tuesday, September 8 by Jc Tinsley

Hamilton County Health Department has been notified of one additional positive cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours in Hamilton County residents:Male in his 30’sTo date:There have been 50 lab-confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Hamilton County. One person who was a positive... Read More.

llinois Department of Public Health Highlights Importance of Getting Tested Amid Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic

Friday, August 28 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Administration has Increased Testing Capacity to Average of 50,000 a Day SPRINGFIELD – Following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) recent announcement on changes regarding COVID-19 testing protocols, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding all Illinois residents of the... 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 StudentSPRINGFIELD - Today, Governor Pritzker announced that the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) has extended the deadline for Illinoisans to apply for nutrition... Read More.

Ricky Sauls Addresses Carmi Kiwanis Club Thursday About SIC’s Pandemic Plans

Monday, July 20 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The education sector is one of many that has been greatly disrupted by COVID-19.An employee of Southeastern Illinois College addressed the Carmi Kiwanis Club on Thursday, July 16 to let the club know how SIC is currently dealing with the pandemic.Ricky Sauls wears many... Read More.

ICC Issues Resolution on FCC Lifeline Program to Help Low-Income Consumers Stay Connected Through COVID-19 Pandemic

Thursday, June 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Chicago, IL- As residents practice social distancing to stop the spread of the Coronavirus, access to affordable internet and cell phone service has proven to be essential. To help eligible low-income consumers financially impacted by the pandemic, the Illinois Commerce Commission recently approved a... Read More.

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