WTYE News
Food Truck Battle and Music Festival Set for Saturday in Oblong
(Oblong) -- The fourth annual "Food Truck Battle" will take place this Saturday in Oblong. Chamber President, Angie Catt, says this event has grown each year. The public is also reminded that Oblong will hold town-wide garage sales this weekend. To learn more visit the Oblong Chamber's or Oblong Mayor's Faceb...
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Drought Conditions Improve Statewide
(Undated) -- Illinois has been in a pretty good spot for replenishing soil moisture this spring. DTN Ag Meteorologist, John Baranick, says we have been in a "very favorable pattern." Baranick says not everywhere has been as fortunate, including the southeast and Plains, which are being impacted by drought con...
22h ago
Gas Prices Continue to Soar
(Undated) -- The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded gas continues to climb. According to this morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com, the national average is $4.57gallon, fourteen cents higher than Monday. Here in Illinois, the statewide average has climbed another eight cents to $5 a gallon. Drivers across...
22h ago
RPD Continues Special Olympics Torch Run Fundraiser
(Robinson) -- The Robinson Police Department continues to raise funds for the Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. Robinson Police Chief, Eric Schmidt, says they are now selling T-shirts for $20 and hats for $15. He says additionally, this year they are selling shirt pins for $5 and raffle tickets f...
22h ago
Keep the Grass Out of the Road
(Undated) - "Mowing Season" is in full swing and authorities are again reminding everyone to keep the clippings off the roads. Authorities say not only is it illegal, but it is also potentially dangerous. The addition of debris on the road can cause loss of traction and control for a motorcyclist and motorist...
22h ago
WTYE Sports
Richland County Rolls Over Robinson
(Robinson) -- Richland County put up two runs in the top of the 1st and never looked back on their way to an 8-1 win over the Robinson Maroons. Graysen Brown took the loss for RHS, surrendering two runs on four hits, striking out three, and walking one. Hayden Bonnell went 1-for-3 at the plate and led the team with one...
22h ago
Maroons Fall to Mt. Carmel
(Robinson) -- The RHS Maroons came up on the wrong side of an 8-3 final against Mt. Carmel yesterday. Mt. Carmel put up four runs in the 2nd inning and never trailed the rest of the way. Isaac Hardiman started the contest for Robinson and gave up five hits and six runs over four and two-thirds innings, striking out non...
May 05, 2026
Lady Maroons Roll to 6-1 Route of Mt. Carmel
(Robinson) -- The RHS Lady Maroons rolled to a 6-1 route of Mt. Carmel yesterday. Leighton Boyd drove in four runs with a grand slam to center field in the 5th. Avery Strauch went 2-for-2 at the plate to lead RHS in hits. Eva Hermann earned the win for the Lady Maroons, giving up one run on three hits over seven inning...
May 05, 2026
Maroons Fall to Altamont
(Robinson) -- The Robinson Maroons fell 7-1 to Altamont in Friday baseball action. Felix Reynolds took the loss for Robinson, pitching five and two-thirds innings, giving up six runs on 10 hits, striking out three, and walking two. With the loss, the Maroons fall to 10-11 on the season. They are set to be back in actio...
May 04, 2026
Statesmen Defeat SIC in Friday Action
(Robinson) -- Bryce Brabender hit two home runs and drove in three as the LTC Statesmen defeated SIC 16-5 on Friday. Cam Baker surrendered four hits and three runs over three innings, striking out two and walking none for the Statesmen to take the win. The LTC batters collected 15 hits en route to the win.
May 04, 2026
WTYE Obituaries
Peggy Jones
Peggy Jones, 77, of Hardinville, IL, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the Gibson Family Hospice Center in Terre Haute, IN. She was born on May 30, 1948, in Michigan City, IN., to Frederick and Dolores (Walters) Walters. Peggy grew up in Griffith, IN, where much of her early life was shaped by the close bond she s...
21h ago
Mandy Jo Harris
Mandy Jo Harris, 42, of Robinson, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 2, 2026. She was born on January 29, 1984, in Olney, to Kevin & Jeri (Vancil) Bilyeu, and Olney is where she grew up. From the start, she loved being in motion, and at Richland County High School, she was a multi-sport athlete. She play...
May 06, 2026
Larry Lee Pierson
Larry Lee Pierson, 85, of Palestine, IL, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Robinson Rehab & Nursing. He was born on March 5, 1941, in Palestine, the son of Charles Edward Pierson and Ocie May (Bogard) Pierson. He was one of seven children, but as the youngest by a full decade, he was practically raised as an o...
May 05, 2026
Crystal Claspell
Crystal Claspell, 45, passed away on April 10, 2026, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, IN. She was born on October 13, 1980, the daughter of Ronald, Sr. and Wanda Fields, both of whom preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband, Shawn Claspell; her children, Aliya and Elija; her step-mother, Patricia F...
May 05, 2026
Thaddeus Scott "Tad" Lowrance
Thaddeus Scott "Tad" Lowrance, 63, of Parkersburg, IL, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, IL. Tad was born December 2, 1962, in Robinson, IL, to parents Larry Lowrance and Karen (Murphy) Stremme. He married Karen Vander Velde on July 9, 2007; she survives. ...
May 01, 2026
Entertainment News
Prince William sees disgraced Andrew as 'a troubled soul' but Epstein fallout leaves 'no coming back': author
Prince William reportedly called Prince Andrew after his royal titles were stripped, viewing his disgraced uncle as a very troubled soul, biographer Robert Hardman claims.
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'Summer House' reality TV star takes on Michael Rapaport in profanity-laced social media war
Lindsay Hubbard fires back at Michael Rapaport after the actor called her the "most overrated person on Bravo" in an Instagram video hot take.
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'Full House' star Dave Coulier reveals 45-pound weight loss, grueling side effects from cancer fights
Dave Coulier shares a startling health update, revealing a 45-pound weight loss from radiation side effects while battling two separate cancer diagnoses.
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Justin Baldoni's team claps back at Blake Lively declaring 'resounding victory' in settlement
Blake Lively seeks potentially tens of millions from Justin Baldoni after settlement, accusing him of filing a retaliatory defamation lawsuit.
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Jana Kramer sizzles in barely-there denim look during wild Western getaway
Jana Kramer turned heads with bold cowgirl looks in her latest social media photos, featuring denim cutoffs, cowboy boots and a bikini-style Western outfit.
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Music News
Man accused of murdering Lostprophets' Ian Watkins boasted about fame, court hears
Prosecutors say the attack was "a joint offence" between two men who were in prison with him The post Man accused of murdering Lostprophets' Ian Watkins boasted about fame, court hears appeared first on NME.
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Adam Lambert announces new album 'Adam' with captivating single 'Eat U Alive'
He has described the new record as being "reminiscent of the music that made a formative impact on me in the '90s and early '00's" The post Adam Lambert announces new album 'Adam' with captivating single 'Eat U Alive' appeared first on NME.
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Smashing Pumpkins, The Cure, Iggy Pop and more for 'Mixtape' game soundtrack
The coming-of-age adventure game is a hit with critics The post Smashing Pumpkins, The Cure, Iggy Pop and more for 'Mixtape' game soundtrack appeared first on NME.
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La Roux announces new album 'Old Flames' with '90s-inspired single 'Cabin Fever'
"This record says things how they are: how I am and who I am" The post La Roux announces new album 'Old Flames' with '90s-inspired single 'Cabin Fever' appeared first on NME.
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Beastie Boys' Mike D shares infectious solo debut 'Switch Up'
It marks the first new music from any Beastie Boys member since their 2011 album 'Hot Sauce Committee Part Two' The post Beastie Boys' Mike D shares infectious solo debut 'Switch Up' appeared first on NME.
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