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As Recreational Cannabis Sales again Hit Record, Illinois AG calls for Federal Rescheduling

Wednesday, January 17 by Jc Tinsley

$1.6 billion of product sold in 2023 as out-of-state sales declineBy CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS [email protected]As Illinois’ recreational cannabis industry once again reported record sales for 2023, the state’s attorney general is calling on the federal government to reclassify the substance. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency... Read More.

Carmi Recreational Summer League Holding Fundrasing Raffle

Tuesday, February 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

CRSL will be having a fundraiser raffle for a Kimber Aegis Elite Custom 45mm Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $25 We are raising funds to help purchase the necessary equipment needed to prepare fields. Tickets can be purchased from any CRSL Board Member or by... Read More.

McLeansboro City Council Met Tuesday Night; Ordinance Prohibiting Sale of Recreational Use Cannabis Approved

Wednesday, December 11 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The board members approved the agreement for management and other administrative services between the city and Southeastern Illinois Regional Planning and Development Commission, as well as an agreement for engineering services with Shawnee Engineering, regarding a $65,000 grant for sidewalk improvements and ADA compliance... Read More.

Board Says No To Recreational Pot in Rural White County; Yes to Applicable Tax Income However

Wednesday, November 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

There will be no recreational pot sales in unincorporated areas of White County after January 1st. That, after the White County Board officially and unanimously passed a resolution banning it at Tuesday night’s regular meeting. However, not wanting to miss out on the opportunity... Read More.

Grayville Opts In To Recreational Cannabis; Passes Retailer’s Occupation Tax

Thursday, September 12 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Story courtesy of JoEllen SeilGrayville, IL— The City of Grayville at its regular meeting on September 9th, held a public hearing concerning a proposed change to their zoning ordinance to allow recreational cannabis businesses to locate in the city. With only a few spectators... Read More.

Illinois Awards First Licenses to Sell Recreational Marijuana

Friday, August 30 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Illinois has awarded its first licenses to businesses that will be allowed to sell recreational marijuana when it becomes legal in the state next year. Regulators have announced five medical marijuana dispensaries where residents will be able to buy small amounts of pot beginning... Read More.

Recreational Marijuana Bill Advances

Thursday, May 30 by Jc Tinsley

Recreational Marijuana Bill Advances The Illinois Senate approved legalized recreational marijuana use late on Wednesday, May 29.The Democratic-led chamber approved the legislation 38 to 17.Gov. J.B. Pritzker applauded the vote.“Illinois is poised to become the first state in the nation that put equity and criminal... Read More.

Summer Recreational League Opening Day

Friday, April 26 by Jc Tinsley

Summer Recreational League Opening DayTomorrow, Saturday, April 27 is Opening Day for the Summer Recreational League.While many of the teams have already been practicing when the weather permitted, Saturday officially opens the summer season for all of the teams and divisions of the summer... Read More.

Kiwanis Club Learns About Carmi Recreational Summer League

Friday, April 28 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Kiwanis Club learned about the Carmi Recreational Summer League at their April 27, 2017 meeting. Pete Fulkerson, a CRSL Board Member, walked the club through local and world history noting that in the 1950’s, the Carmi Kiwanis Club donated the proceeds... Read More.

Carmi Recreational Summer League Opening Day this Saturday

Monday, April 24 by Jc Tinsley

The Carmi Recreational Summer League is looking forward to another fun filled season and would like to invite the community to our 2017 Opening Day Ceremony on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at Bradshaw Park.Ceremonies will begin at 11:00 am as the teams will Parade... Read More.