WTYE News
Sean Wright Sentenced to IDOC
(Undated) - A Palestine man has been sentenced to time in the IDOC. According to Crawford County State's Attorney, Cole Shaner, Sean Wright was sentenced to eight years in the Illinois Department of Corrections on a Class 2 Felony charge of Aggravated Battery. The Robinson Police Department assisted in the prosecution ...
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RPD Reminds Drivers to "Click It or Ticket" and "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over"
(Robinson) -- The Robinson Police Department is joining the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement agencies to ensure holiday travelers are buckled up and driving sober. Robinson Police Chief, Chad Weaver, says no matter how long or short your drive, remember to buckle up and ensure that children are correctly...
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IECC Offering Nursing Informational Sessions
(Undated) - If you are considering a career in nursing, the IECC schools have a series of events for you. Illinois Eastern Community Colleges will host a series of informational sessions for students interested in applying for Fall 2025 entry into the Associate Degree Nursing Program at Frontier Community, Lincoln Trai...
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GasBuddy Releases 2024 Thanksgiving Travel Survey
(Undated) -- Americans are eager to get back on the road and visit loved ones this Thanksgiving. According to GasBuddy's 2024 Thanksgiving Travel Survey, 72% of Americans plan to take a road trip over the holiday. That is a 75% increase from the 41% that planned to take a trip by car in 2023. GasBuddy Head of Petroleum...
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IDNR Issues Tree Stand Safety Reminder Following Death in Wayne County
(Undated) -- The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is reminding hunters to keep safety in mind when using tree stands as firearm deer season is set to begin. The IDNR urges hunters to use safety harnesses when hunting from tree stands in the field. Tree stands are the number-one source of hunting-related acciden...
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WTYE Sports
Lady Maroons Fall to Effingham
(Robinson) -- The RHS Lady Maroons Basketball tipped off their season with a loss to Effingham 58-33. Effingham jumped out to the early lead en route to the win. The Lady Maroons will be back in action Thursday for a road game at Tuscola.
Nov 19, 2024
RHS Has Announced its Latest Hall of Fame Class
(Robinson) - RHS has announced the latest round of inductees into the Robinson High School Hall of Fame. 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. Cu...
Nov 07, 2024
Oblong Volleyball Team Falls to Heyworth
(Oblong) - The Oblong Lady Panthers Volleyball Team's season has come to an end following last night's loss to Heyworth 25-14, 25-14. Head Coach, Pam Johnson, says the Lady Panthers had an "awesome season" and it's one she will never forget. She says the girls worked so hard and it showed. The Oblong Lady Pan...
Nov 06, 2024
OHS Volleyball Team are Regional Champions
(Oblong) - The Oblong Lady Panthers are Regional Champions. The OHS Volleyball Team needed three sets but picked up the win over Casey-Westfield last night 21-25, 25-21, 26-24. Layla Krick and Ella Jenkins led the Lady Panthers with 10 kills each. Krick finished with 4 aces and 23 digs. Head Coach, Pam Johnson, says th...
Nov 01, 2024
Lady Panthers Set to Face Casey in Regional Championship
(Oblong) - The Oblong Lady Panthers Volleyball Team is headed to the Regional Championship. OHS picked up a straight sets win over Neoga last night 25-17, 25-14. Head Coach, Pam Johnson, says the girls started out playing tight but went to the second match loosened up, and got the win. Macy Krick finished with 6 aces, ...
Oct 31, 2024
WTYE Obituaries
Carol Ann Decker
Carol Ann Decker, 78, of Oblong, IL, passed away on November 18, 2024. Born in Crawford County, IL, to Chester and Ruby (Allison) Decker, Carol grew up in Flat Rock and graduated from Robinson High School. She spent many years working at Victor Dana until her retirement, where she formed lifelong friendships with her c...
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Randy Butcher
Randy Butcher, 68, of Robinson, IL, passed away peacefully at home on November 16, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on September 15, 1956, in Terre Haute, IN, Randy was the son of Harold and Virginia "Jenny" (Krise) Butcher, who preceded him in death. Randy married the love of his life, Christ...
Nov 19, 2024
Entertainment News
2024 CMA Awards: Complete winners list
The 2024 CMA Awards gave out their awards Wednesday night, with stars like Chris Stapleton and Lainey Wilson taking home some of the biggest wins of the night.
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2024 CMAs red carpet: Lainey Wilson, Kelsea Ballerini, Kacey Musgraves shine at awards show
Lainey Wilson, Kelsea Ballerini, Kacey Musgraves all dazzled on the red carpet at Wednesday night's CMA awards, rocking glam country looks.
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Denzel Washington 'did a lot of damage' to his body drinking 2 bottles of wine a day
In a recent interview, Denzel Washington opened up about his past alcohol abuse and why he chose to find sobriety nearly ten years ago.
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Richard Gere flashes ‘obscene gesture’ during live 'Today' interview
Richard Gere, best known for his role in "Pretty Woman," flashed an "obscene gesture" during his appearance on the "Today" show.
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Daniel Craig criticizes fame, says being a 'celebrity kills you'
Daniel Craig, 56, explained why being a "celebrity kills you." The "James Bond" star's comments come after he praised singer Chappell Roan for speaking out about the pressures of fame.
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Music News
Linkin Park announce 'From Zero' concert film for 2025
The film performance was recorded during their album launch show in Brazil earlier this month The post Linkin Park announce ‘From Zero’ concert film for 2025 appeared first on NME.
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Lady Gaga and Shawn Mendes were in the running for major 'Wicked' roles
Gaga was to play Elphaba and Mendes would play Fiyero The post Lady Gaga and Shawn Mendes were in the running for major ‘Wicked’ roles appeared first on NME.
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Selena Gomez doubles down that her music career "isn't going away"
She previously told NME that it's been "really nice" focusing on her acting career The post Selena Gomez doubles down that her music career “isn’t going away” appeared first on NME.
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Lady Gaga Manifests 'Massive Night of Chaos' at 2025 Coachella Return
"Can't wait to hear you all singalong and dance dance DANCE till we drop," says Gaga, who also performed the fest in 2017
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BBC reveal Sound Of 2025 longlist - featuring Chappell Roan after change to rules
English Teacher, Kneecap, Ezra Collective, Mk.gee and Doechii are also among the names the BBC are tipping for big things next year The post BBC reveal Sound Of 2025 longlist – featuring Chappell Roan after change to rules appeared first on NME.
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