WTYE News
City of Robinson is Highlighting 50 yrs of Service by Mike Shimer
(Robinson) -- The City of Robinson is highlighting Mike Shimer and his fifty years of service to the community. In a post on social media yesterday, the City said, "Today we proudly celebrate an incredible milestone - 50 years of dedicated service to the City of Robinson by Mayor, Mike Shimer." Shimer began h...
4h ago
Village of Oblong Looking to "Turn Blue"
(Oblong) -- The Village of Oblong is turning blue. According to Oblong Mayor, Teresa Fielder, the Village is working on turning Oblong blue in recognition of "Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month." April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, dedicated to raising awareness and strengthening families to p...
4h ago
CCHD Offers a Pair of Classes
(Undated) -- The Crawford County Health Department is offering a pair of upcoming classes. They will be offering a "Basic Life Support" CPR Class on April 13th at 10 a.m. The CCHD says the class is $25 per person and will be held at the Crawford County Health Department. They say space is limited. To register...
4h ago
Four New Names Added to Jail Roster
(Undated) -- Four new names have been added to the roster of the Crawford County Jail. According to jail records, Devin Foreman and Robert Hall were both booked into jail on charges of Retail Theft. Barbara Miller was booked into jail yesterday on a charge of Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. Katie Manning was ta...
4h ago
Gas Prices Tick Higher
(Undated) -- Gas prices are still on the rise. This morning's numbers from GasBuddy.com show the national average for a gallon of regular unleaded is at $4.08, up a penny from yesterday. Here in Illinois, the statewide average has surged to $4.27 a gallon, two cents higher than yesterday. It's $3.95 in Indiana, down tw...
4h ago
WTYE Sports
RHS Boys Get Rolled by Edwards County
(Robinson) -- The RHS Maroons got rolled by Edwards County 11-1 in Tuesday baseball action. Graysen Brown took the loss for Robinson, pitching three and two-thirds innings, surrendering six runs on seven hits, striking out two, and walking five. With the loss, Robinson falls to 4-3. They are set to be back in action to...
Apr 01, 2026
Lady Maroons Shutout by Marshall in Softball Action
(Robinson) -- The RHS Lady Maroons were shut out by Marshall yesterday, 2-0. Eva Herman pitched all seven innings giving up two runs on seven hits and striking out two. With the loss, the girls fall to 4-3 on the season. They are slated to be back in action Saturday for a road game at Linton Stockton.
Apr 01, 2026
RHS Tennis Team Gets Blanked by Effingham
(Robinson) -- The RHS Maroons got shutout on the courts in Tuesday's tennis action, falling to Effingham 9-0. The Maroons are set to be back on the court this weekend for the Edwardsville Invitational.
Apr 01, 2026
Wildcats Fall to Red Hill
(Oblong) -- The OPH Wildcats remain winless following yesterday's 7-6 loss to Red Hill. Lucas Blessing gave up four hits and two runs over three and one-third innings, striking out four and walking one. Riley Blank pitched four and one-third innings in relief, allowing five hits and five runs while striking out none an...
Apr 01, 2026
Statesmen Fall to Southwestern
(Robinson) -- The LTC Statesmen fell to Southwestern Illinois yesterday by a final score of 18-14. Bryce Brabender hit two home runs and drove in four in the losing effort. Isaac Waggner pitched four innings in relief for the Statesmen, giving up five runs on seven hits, striking out two, and walking one. Cam Baker ste...
Apr 01, 2026
WTYE Obituaries
Ellen Rees
Ellen Rees, 83, of Indianapolis, IN, formerly of Jasper, IN, and Robinson, IL, passed away on March 28, 2026, at Hooverwood Living in Indianapolis. Born on October 29, 1942, in Jasper, she grew up there and graduated from Jasper High School in 1960. On October 20, 1962, she married Donald Louis "Butch" Rees, ...
4h ago
Thomas P. Carter
Thomas P. Carter, 84, of Robinson, IL, passed away on March 28, 2026, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, IN, following an extended illness. Tom was born on August 6, 1941, in Robinson, IL, to Thomas Carter and Opal (Osborn) Stevens. From a young age, Tom understood the value of hard work. He left high school earl...
Apr 01, 2026
Paula Kathryn (Collins) Sparks
Ms. Paula Kathryn (Collins) Sparks, 60, of Robinson, Illinois, passed away on March 29, 2026, in Robinson, Illinois, following a courageous battle with cancer. Paula was born on August 28, 1965, in Robinson, Illinois, and spent much of her life rooted in the community she called home. She was the beloved daughter of Mr...
Apr 01, 2026
Gloria Faye Stanfield
Mrs. Gloria Faye Stanfield, age 92, of Robinson, IL, died Saturday March 28, 2026, at 1:15 AM at Robinson Rehab and Nursing, Robinson, IL, following a long period of declining health. There will be a time of visitation held on Saturday April 18th, 2026 starting at 10:00 am at Pulliam Funeral Home in Robinson, IL, follo...
Apr 01, 2026
Entertainment News
'Terminator' star Robert Patrick shuns Hollywood parties, says he prefers being home with his wife of 35 years
Robert Patrick says avoiding Hollywood parties, staying home with wife Barbara, his dogs and his faith is the secret to their 35-year marriage.
1h ago
Kelly Ripa says 'desperate times' led her to get cosmetic procedure done on her backside
Kelly Ripa admits to getting microneedling on her backside, saying "desperate times call for desperate measures" in a candid podcast confession.
2h ago
Carrie Underwood warns Hollywood is a 'self-serving business,' credits faith for keeping her grounded
Carrie Underwood says faith keeps her grounded in Hollywood's "self-serving" entertainment industry, opening up about staying true to herself after 20 years in country music.
3h ago
'Bob's Burgers' voice actor Eugene Mirman hospitalized with 'serious injuries' after fiery New Hampshire crash
"Bob's Burgers" voice actor Eugene Mirman was rescued from a fiery crash in New Hampshire and hospitalized with "serious injuries," according to police.
15h ago
Queen Elizabeth was 'on to' Meghan Markle 'from the start' and viewed her as an 'opportunist': book
A palace aide claims Queen Elizabeth II viewed Meghan Markle as a calculated "opportunist" and was "on to her from the start," according to Susan Page's new book.
16h ago
Music News
Weezer share feel-good Kenny Beats-produced new single 'Shine Again'
It marks their first new music since 2022 The post Weezer share feel-good Kenny Beats-produced new single 'Shine Again' appeared first on NME.
1h ago
Dolly Parton Puts 'Generational and Transformational' Donation Into Children's Hospital
East Tennessee Children's Hospital, which was renamed Dolly Parton Children's Hospital earlier this year, will use the funding to invest in "a little bit of everything"
1h ago
Donald Trump Goes on Another Rant Against 'Dried Up Prune' Bruce Springsteen: 'MAGA Should Boycott'
"The guy is a total loser," wrote the sitting President of the United States of America
1h ago
Watch Loyle Carner and Jordan Rakei join Tom Misch on stage at London KOKO show
Misch just released his second studio album 'Full Circle' last Friday (March 27) The post Watch Loyle Carner and Jordan Rakei join Tom Misch on stage at London KOKO show appeared first on NME.
2h ago
Bob Marley's dreadlock expected to fetch £25,000 at auction
The 1.5inch length of hair originates from a 'Top of the Pops' performance in 1978, where Bob Marley performed with The Wailers The post Bob Marley's dreadlock expected to fetch £25,000 at auction appeared first on NME.
2h ago
