WTYE News

Wet Weather Returns to the Forecast
(Undated) -- We could be in for a wet stretch of weather this week. According to the latest "Hazardous Weather Outlook" from the National Weather Service, there is a chance of thunderstorms today, with a few potentially severe ones this afternoon. The main threats include damaging winds and heavy rainfall. Th...
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Two Longtime Oblong Employees Retire
(Oblong) -- The Village of Oblong is saying "come back and see us" to a pair of long-time employees as Dale Davis and Gary Lanter are both retiring. For the past 34 years, Dale has been the smiling face behind the counter for many of us when we brought our water bill to the Oblong Public Works office or calle...
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Bertram Pharmacy Joins CCHD Sharps Program
(Undated) -- Bertram Pharmacy is the latest Crawford County location to join the CCHD's "Residential Sharps Collection Program." According to the Crawford County Health Department, free sharps containers and disposal are now available at Bertram Pharmacy in Robinson. The store joins the CCHD and the Harmons l...
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United Way to Host "Trivia Night" Tonight at the Woods
(Undated) -- Get your "Passport to Trivia" tonight at the Woods Event Center. The United Way of Crawford County is inviting the public to come be a part of a "night of brain-teasing fun and community impact." Organizers say, along with trivia, you can enjoy extra games, snag a cool t-shirt, and most...
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Night Market and Summer Concert Series Begins Saturday
(Robinson) -- The City of Robinson, Robinson Chamber, and the Robinson Parks Department are again teaming up for the Cross Street Night Markets and Summer Concert Series. That was Robinson Chamber Executive Director, Lisa Schaefer. Schaefer reminds the public that while the night markets will only be held four times th...
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WTYE Sports
RHS Basketball Coach Announces Upcoming Camp
(Robinson) -- RHS Head Basketball Coach, Randy Bishop, has announced an upcoming camp. Bishop says the camp will be held June 9th through June 12th. Camp fees are $65 for any boy going into 6th grade through 12th grade for the 2025-2026 school year. Bishop says camp forms are available on the Robinson Boys Basketball F...
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Robinson Lady Maroons Fall to Columbia Varsity Eagles
(Columbia IL) -- The Robinson Lady Maroons Softball came up short in a 3-1 road loss against the Columbia Varsity Eagles on Tuesday. After three scoreless innings, Columbia broke through in the fourth with a three-run homer, which proved to be the game-winning play. Robinson managed to get on the board in the sixth wit...
May 28, 2025
Lady Maroons Softball Team Heads to Regionals Today
(Robinson) -- The RHS Lady Maroons Softball Team begins Regional play today at Greenville. RHS Athletic Director, Tara Apple, says the first pitch for today's game has been bumped up thirty minutes to 4:00 p.m. instead of 4:30 p.m. to accommodate Hillsboro's Graduation Ceremony. She says as a result, the bus departure ...
May 23, 2025
Three Maroons Advance to Track State Championship
(Robinson) -- The RHS Boys Track and Field Team competed at the Tolono Unity Sectional yesterday. The Maroons finished in 10th as a team. Three individual athletes qualified for the state championship meet next weekend. Jevan Wampler finished in 1st in the shot put, Blake Green finished in 3rd in the Long Jump, and Mil...
May 22, 2025
Maroons Fall to Newton to Wrap Up the Season
(Robinson) -- The RHS Maroons baseball season came to an end yesterday in the Regional Semifinal. The Maroons fell 4-3 to the Newton Eagles in Newton as a result of a walk-off. The game was tied at three in the bottom of the 7th when Newton's Drake Wolf hit a sac fly to score the winning run. Gunner Hoalt took the loss...
May 22, 2025
WTYE Obituaries

Loretta Mouser
Loretta Mouser, 76, of Bridgeport, IL, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Regional Hospital in Terre Haute, IN. Born on August 17, 1948, in Robinson, IL, Loretta grew up with a sense of purpose and a steady stride. After graduating from Robinson High School with the Class of 1966, she went on to Lockyear Business ...
Jun 03, 2025

Dorothea "Dorothy" Wernz
Dorothea "Dorothy" Wernz, 94, of West Union, IL, passed away on June 1, 2025, at Robinson Rehab & Nursing in Robinson, IL. Born on November 26, 1930, near Humboldt, IL, Dorothy grew up in the midst of the Great Depression-a time that shaped her with a deep sense of resilience, a quiet strength, and a work...
Jun 03, 2025
Entertainment News

Meghan Markle gives rare glimpse of Princess Lilibet in birthday tribute, breaks pattern of privacy
Meghan Markle shared rare photos celebrating Princess Lilibet’s 4th birthday after reflecting on her unconventional royal motherhood journey since stepping back from duties.
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Billy Joel is 'not dying' despite rare brain disorder diagnosis
Howard Stern updates on Billy Joel's health, confirming the musician is "not dying" despite his diagnosis with normal pressure hydrocephalus.
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Brooke Burke says Ozempic causes 'terrible' metabolic issues, warns against trying to 'cheat the system'
When it comes to “quick" weight-loss strategies such as Ozempic, Brooke Burke has never shied away from giving her “two cents" on the trend.
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Chrisley family returns to reality TV with new show but experts warn of comeback risks
Todd and Julie Chrisley’s new docuseries post-prison explores their family’s challenges, but experts weigh in on whether it's the right move for the reality TV stars.
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Prince Harry deepens family rift by reportedly considering name change: expert
Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, reportedly confided in his uncle, Earl Charles Spencer, Princess Diana's younger brother. He was advised against changing his last name to Spencer.
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Music News

Watch Turnstile debut new songs 'I Care' and 'Dull' on '... Fallon'
The hardcore band's new record 'Never Enough' is out this Friday (June 6) The post Watch Turnstile debut new songs ‘I Care’ and ‘Dull’ on ‘… Fallon’ appeared first on NME.
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Reunited Alice Cooper Group Hit the Studio for Blistering New 'Wild Ones' Video
The new single will appear on The Revenge of Alice Cooper, which arrives July 25
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Russell Simmons Files Defamation Lawsuit Against HBO and 'On the Record' Documentary Creators
Simmons, who is seeking $20 million in damages, alleges that film exploring allegations of sexual assault and harassment from multiple women disregarded and suppressed evidence he provided
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Billy Joel Told Howard Stern to Tell Fans 'I'm Not Dying' After Brain Disorder Diagnosis
"He's got to deal with some medical stuff. But he was delightful... Billy's doing okay," radio host says after post-diagnosis dinner with Piano Man
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SAULT confirm second ever live headline show, amidst Little Simz legal drama
The mysterious collective will perform in London, playing live for the first time since December 2023 The post SAULT confirm second ever live headline show, amidst Little Simz legal drama appeared first on NME.
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