WTYE News
"Active" Weather Pattern Forecast for Illinois
(Undated) - We could see some very "active" weather through the end of the month. Baranick says the "active weather pattern" could extend even into early March. Stay tuned to Classic Hits, WTYE, for the latest weather information.
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RPD Reports a Handful of Arrests
(Undated) - The Robinson Police Department is reporting a handful of arrests over the past week. According to Robinson Police Chief, Chad Weaver, on Sunday nineteen-year-old Bayle Faught was arrested following an investigation of Domestic Battery. Also, on Sunday police arrested thirty-two-year-old Kala Slade of Sulliv...
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Daffodil Festival is Set for April 12th
(Robinson) - The 3rd Annual Daffodil Festival the next big event in Robinson, set for April 12th and vendor registration is now open. Robinson Chamber Executive Director, Lisa Schaefer, reminds those interested that the Daffodil Festival is a free event for both vendors and festival-goers. If you have any questions, co...
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National Average for Gas Continues to Trend Up
(Undated) - The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded continues to climb. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is $3.14 a gallon, a penny higher than yesterday and three cents higher than a week ago. Here in Illinois, the statewide average is just a penny higher than y...
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Illinois Announces Record Cannabis Revenue
(Undated) -- As the State of Illinois celebrates the fifth anniversary of the legalization of adult use cannabis in Illinois, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation announced today that 2024 marked the fourth consecutive year of record-setting sales. Officials announced that dispensaries repor...
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WTYE Sports
Lady Maroons Roll to Win Over Marshall
(Robinson) - The RHS Lady Maroons jumped out to the early lead and hung on for a 43-21 home win over Marshall last night. According to MaxPrep, with the win the girls improve to 14-13 overall, 3-4 in the LIC. The Lady Maroons are set to be back in action Monday for a road game against North Clay. The RHS Boys have a bu...
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2025 Class of RHS Hall of Fame to be Inducted Saturday
(Robinson) - The latest class of RHS Hall of Famers will be inducted this weekend. This year's induction ceremony will include a couple of familiar names to the WTYE listening audience. Former "Voice of the RHS Maroons" and former owner of WTYE, Jerry Tye, will be among those honored. Current "Voice of t...
Feb 06, 2025
RHS Boys and Girls Both Pick Up Wins in Monday Hoops Action
(Robinson) - The RHS Lady Maroons improved their record last night with a 45-29 win over Dietrich. Riley Erton was the leading scorer with 13. The Lady Maroons will be back on the hardwood Thursday when they host Marshall. Catch all of the action on 101.7 WTYE and WTYEfm.com. The RHS Boys avenged a loss in the LIC Tour...
Feb 04, 2025
Lady Maroons Dominate Lawrenceville in Friday Hoops Action
(Robinson) - The RHS Lady Maroons Basketball Team jumped out to an early lead and never looked back en route to a dominate 65-23 win over Lawrenceville Friday. The girls were led in scoring by Tinsley Dunlap who finished the night with thirteen points. The girls will be back on the hardwood tonight for a road game with...
Feb 03, 2025
Five Lady Maroons Wrestlers are Headed to Sectionals
(Robinson) - A handful of Lady Maroons Wrestlers have advanced to the Sectionals following weekend action. According to Head Coach, Hilary Maxwell, Serenity Canady, Anna Osborne, Rachel Richey, Macee Hammond, and Ariel Clayton all advanced. Canady picked up a 3rd place finish in Saturday action at Mt. Zion. Osborne, Ri...
Feb 03, 2025
WTYE Obituaries
Randall "Randy" Keesling
Randall "Randy" Keesling, 74, of Palestine, IL, passed away on February 4, 2025, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, IN. Born on June 1, 1950, in Anderson, IN, he grew up with a sharp wit, a stubborn streak, and an unshakable sense of loyalty. In seventh grade, his family moved to Middletown, IN, whe...
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John Seaney
John Seaney, 87, of Palestine, IL, passed away on February 3, 2025, at Robinson Rehab in Robinson, IL. Born on August 4, 1937, in rural Palestine, IL, John was the second of four children of Clarence and Ethel (Crum) Seaney. He graduated from Palestine High School in 1955 and soon after proudly served his country in th...
Feb 05, 2025
Chris Stifle
Chris Stifle, 55, of Robinson, IL, passed away on February 2, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on February 19, 1969, in Robinson, Chris didn't just grow up in the rural stretches of Robinson and Oblong-he thrived there. The great outdoors was his playground, where dirt wasn't...
Feb 04, 2025
Martha I. Stephens
Martha I. Stephens, 63, of Oblong, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 31, 2025, at Crawford Memorial Hospital at 4:49 a.m. She was born in Lawrenceville, Illinois, on March 26, 1961, to Frederick Eugene Smith and Jennie Loren (Burr) Smith. On November 8, 1985, she married the love of her life, Robert W...
Feb 04, 2025
Entertainment News
Jessica Alba, Cash Warren file for divorce after 16 years of marriage
Actress Jessica Alba filed for divorce from her husband of 16 years, Cash Warren, on Friday.
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Taylor Swift super fan Nikki Glaser gets real about why she's not following Blake Lively-Justin Baldoni drama
While speaking with Fox News Digital, comedian Nikki Glaser said she's not following the legal drama between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni because "it's too much reading."
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Super Bowl: Young Eagles fan's priceless reaction to Bradley Cooper's surprise
Declan LeBaron, an 8-year-old Philadelphia Eagles super fan, told Fox News Digital how he felt when he was surprised by Bradley Cooper with Super Bowl tickets.
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Demi Moore 'shows up' for Bruce Willis with weekly visits as he battles dementia
Demi Moore opened up about her blended family with ex-husband Bruce Willis as he continues to battle dementia. Moore said, "We will always be family."
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Princess Anne admits hospital staff had to fill in 'the blanks’ after suffering concussion, memory loss
The Princess Royal returned to Southmead Hospital in Bristol, England, where she spent five days in June 2024 due to a horse-related injury at Gatcombe Park estate, her country home.
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Music News
A$AP Rocky's Star Defense Witness Says Alleged Victim Taunted, 'Shoot That Fake-Ass Gun'
A$AP Twelvyy testified Friday that A$AP Relli was the aggressor and knew Rocky couldn't fire real bullets from the gun in his waistband
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Weyes Blood Opens Up About 'Little Dream House' Damaged by L.A. Wildfires
Natalie Mering also announced a limited edition Weyes Blood for the American Red Cross, with all proceeds going toward those impacted by the fires
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London's KOKO teams up with Coca-Cola for new studio offering free time to rising artists
The Camden venue's new partnership will offer “a full-time creative home for up-and-coming artists” The post London’s KOKO teams up with Coca-Cola for new studio offering free time to rising artists appeared first on NME.
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SZA Sets Release Date for 'Lana' Extended Edition - For Real This Time
The musician originally promised the deluxe version of Lana, which itself is the deluxe edition of SOS, would arrive on Jan. 6, but its release was delayed and has since been moved to Feb. 9
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MTV, CMT Pause Major 2025 Awards Shows Ahead of Paramount Merger
The CMT Music Awards and MTV Europe Music Awards will both be on hold this year
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