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THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COURTESY OF VERMILION ADVANTAGE

Inside Vermilion County

September issue

To view this months issues of “Inside Vermilion County” visit our website!

Jobs

Vermilion Advantage Job Board – For current, local job opportunities posted directly by employers, please see the Vermilion County Jobs Board at www.vermilionadvantage.com/job-board – Vermilion Advantage is Vermilion County, Illinois’ electronic resource for career and occupational opportunities, employer profiles, career information, K-16 education programs and partnerships in our area. Learn more about local training through Danville Area Community College and other local training resources. It’s all here. If you need help to be set up as a user on our Vermilion County Jobs Board page to post job openings, please contact Vermilion Advantage at 217-442-6201.

Honors & Achievements

DACC releases President’s List of Honor Students – see list here

Carle Health Certified as Great Place To Work for 6th Straight Years – see news release here

Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Response Training completed by 16 volunteers – see news release here

Watchfire Named AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) Renewal Unit Provider – see news release here

Witzel Family McDonalds are please to announce their July Employees of the month. See press release here

New Members

Welcome to our New Members!

Education

Illinois Small Business Center at DACC – see upcoming classes & training events here

DACC Corporate Education Courses & Trainings: see flyer here

DACC offers Mix Masters Bartending Course – see flyer here

DACC Coordinated Engineering Program – see details here

DACC-Franklin University 3+1 Bachelor’s program just got more affordable – see press release here

Dr. Wade’s Connection, Coffee & Conversation at DACC: Male Depression, Substance Abuse, and Suicide: Understanding and Breaking Down Stigma – see flyer here

Child Care Resource Services would like to encourage people to learn about the Grants and Scholarships that are available for Early Childhood and Education -see Higher Education Navigator Flyer here; see Early Childhood DACC flyer here; see ECACE Scholarship flyer here

DACC hosts Illinois Department of Corrections Officer Screening – see flyer here

Learn about DACC’s Leadership Inspired for Tomorrow training here

Danville Public School Foundation News – see June issue here

Healthcare

Aunt Martha’s Health and Wellness is working with public health agencies across Illinois to get people the health care they need. To do that, we need a better idea of why people might not seek out healthcare or medical treatment in your area. We are looking to hear directly from you. We can assist in many ways, especially by attending an outreach event that you may host as a community or any outreach event that you know of in your community. We are looking to make partnerships and collaborations; we are striving to educate the community on the importance of the vaccine and receive feedback from the community.

We help those that are insured and uninsured. Our team comes prepared to any event in the community, with flyers, promo bags, and giveaways, and more importantly, fully equipped to make appointments on the spot for any healthcare needs. We also are able to bring our COVID mobile unit and set up a table at your event to provide COVID VACCINES for those in need and willing to receive the Vaccine.

OSF Healthcare reopening Danville birthing center in September – see news release here

Vermilion County Mental Health Board is offering Mental Health First Aid Training. For more information, see dates here

708 Mental Health Board with Gateway Family Services of Illinois and the Illinois Children’s Healthcare Foundation bring Rising Tide back to Danville. See flyer here, see press release here with Keynote Speaker, Ben Zorbist – see flyer here

Lacy Miller

Lacy Miller is one of those people who makes everyone feel safe, heard, and seen. Establishing New Moon Salon in downtown Danville and being a founding member of the VC Pride Coalition, it is easy to see that Lacy is a strong force in making a community where everyone feels welcomed. While interviewing her, it was obvious that she is someone who truly cares about the wellbeing of others.

Lacy was born and raised in Tilton and went to Danville High School. She moved out of the area to find her place in the world but found that Danville was her place after all. She came back because her family was here to help her with raising her children but stays for many reasons. To quote Lacy, “I am the parent to four amazing human beings.” Savanna is 21, next is Olivia (who nominated Lacy for this article), and she is 18, then Jackson (15), and the youngest is Eris (13). Lacy is so incredibly proud of how confident and authentic her children are. Her kids are proud of Lacy stating, “She has always worked so hard and sets a great example for us.” Lacy says, “I always push my kids to be themselves. I want them to know that I will support them 100% no matter what.” Lacy could have spoken all day about how proud her kids make her.

While Lacy works hard, she plays harder. She is a member of the Twin City Roller Derby in Champaign. It is hard to make it over there often, yet she still finds some time to travel and spend time with her team. Lacy says, “I have been doing it on and off for fourteen years.” Lacy has made many connections that have lasted through the years. Her small salon that she runs downtown has its own family that goes by “The Moonies.” These are people that have connected with Lacy and have made a chosen and tight-knit family through the New Moon Salon.

This is exactly what Lacy wanted when she came back to Danville. She says, “I want to be someone that people look at and see a safe haven and can come to and be 100% themselves with.” Through her role with VC Pride Coalition, she gives queer people a place to exist without the fear of being judged. Lacy says, “It is hard to find other LGBTQ people in such a small community and I wanted to help create community that is a safe, judgment free, and healthy for all people.” One of Lacy’s biggest goals for the VC Pride Coalition is to create a multi-county youth group that brings queer youth together to create a safe community, helping all feel welcome with a sense of belonging.

When asked why she does what she does for this community, Lacy said that “I wish I could have seen a cool queer adult growing up. It would have been amazing to have a role model that was like me.” A great start to this was the first Pride event held in Downtown Danville in June of 2023, which Lacy was a part of. We thank you, Lacy Miller, for the incredible example you are setting and for the safe and loving community you are creating in the Danville and Vermilion County areas.

By Erin Gregory

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Announcements & Community

BIGG Tip of the Week: The Simple Secret to Getting Your Work Done

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Doug Ireland – Prudential Advisors

Seismic changes in the economic landscape have made it more challenging for married couples to ensure a secure retirement – tougher still for widows and widowers. Find out how to provide for a surviving spouse in retirement: Providing for a Surviving Spouse in Retirement

Contact me at 217-516-7778 or doug.ireland@prudential.com

East Central Illinois Community Action Agency announces the start of the Energy Assistance Program – see press release here

Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program is offering a Staffing Grant for non-residential customers facing staffing challenges – see grant here

Vermilion River Fall Festival Sponsorship Opportunity – see flyer here

Vermilion County Federation of Labor AFL-CIO will host 2023 Labor Day Parade – see press release here and registration packet here

Be a voice from Vermilion County community to discuss Early Childhood service needs – see flyer here

Vermilion County Conservationist Fall Newsletter – see newsletter here

Need Help Finding & Affording Quality Child Care? Child Care Resource Service is here to help – see flyer here; see who we are and what we do here; see higher educational navigator flyer here

Eastern Illinois Foodbank has volunteer opportunities! Learn more here

Monyok Leadership Newsletter

Check out the newsletter here

Monyok Leadership Introduces The Lab: The Lab is an exclusive monthly leadership innovation experience for organizations serious about inspiring and innovating with their leaders.

Apply to bring The Lab to your team today! The Lab

East Central Illinois Community Action Agency VOCA Newsletter – see September Newsletter here

Rosecrance: On Your Radar – Building a Healthier Society – learn more and download the podcast here

The Danville Noon Rotary – see meeting schedule and speakers here

CDI Head Start serving Vermilion, Iroquois, and Ford Counties is looking for donations of new or gently used clothing for the upcoming program year. If you would like to donate any clothing items for children from aged 6 weeks to 5 years, donations can be dropped at the administrative office at 1001 E. Voorhees and all clothing will be distributed between the centers. When dropping off donations, we ask that donors fill out a form for our records in order to keep track of items received.

Join us at the Citizens Police Academy for a unique look at your Police Department. Find more information here

Danville Symphony Orchestra will have two new Maestros for the 2023-24 season. See press release here.

Save the Date Data Share – Workforce Development review and discussion virtual meeting – see invitation here

Upcoming Member Events

Golden Nugget Casino Opens – check out their current hours here

Danville Farmers Market is now EVERY Saturday from 8:00AM-Noon at Crossroads Church in Danville. Now accepting LINK cards in trade for tokens with free triple match vouchers for fruit and vegetables.

September 15 CASA Annual Golf Outing – see flyer here

September 15 United Day for United Way – see flyer here

September 15 Danville Boat Club Bingo – see flyer here

September 15-17 48th Annual Vermilion River Fall Festival – see flyer here

September 16 STEP Recovery “End the Stigma” Event – see flyer here

September 16 Keep Vermilion County Beautiful Fall Festival Cleanup – see flyer here

September 17 Vermilion River Fall Festival “KIDS DAY” – see flyer here

September 23 Hoopeston Area Women Making a Difference Vendor Fair – see flyer here

September 23 Mission K9 Warrior Fundraiser at Georgetown Fairgrounds – see flyer here

September 23 Barbie in the Barn at Roxy’s House – see flyer here and sponsorship information here

October 1 Danville Boat Club 2023 Golf Outing – see flyer here

October 8 Two Roads Wellness Clinic Danville Open House – see flyer here

October 14 Vermilion County Conservation District Fall Paddle – see flyer here

October 14 Hoopeston Multi Agency Senior Citizen Dance – see flyer here

October 14 Free Electronics Collection Event – see flyer here

November 11 STEP Recovery Sleepout for the Homeless – see flyer here

112 Wine and Coffee Shoppe:

Shoppe Hours: Monday-Thursday: 6:00AM-10:00PM; Friday & Saturday: 6:00AM-11:00pm & Sunday: 8:00AM-2:00PM
Warm weather brings endless dining options at 112 Wine and Coffee Shoppe! Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, or sweet snacks on the patio, in the game room, or in our beautiful dining room! You can also use the Joe app to place carry out or curbside orders. Our full menu is available all day long! Make some fun summer memories with your people at 112

Big Thorn Farm & Brewery:

Bar Hours: Friday 3:00-9:00PM, Saturday Noon-9:00PM, Sunday 10:00AM–4:00PM
Check out this 15 acre farm, brewery and food truck in Vermilion County

Boxcar Books & Vinyl:

Check out our Rail Mail Book Subscription Boxes. Choose your genre and the number of months you’d like to subscribe and we will ship you a new release book and bookish gifts each month!
For more details visit our website here

Danville Boat Club:

Thursday lunch is open to the public from 11:00AM-2:00PM
September 15 BINGO Doors open at 4:30, Games start at 6:30, Bonus games, 50/50 Drawing, Food and Bar
September 28 Annual Meeting Potluck
October 1 Annual Golf Outing at Turtle Run Golf Course – Tee off at noon

Gao Grotto:

Friday Night Steak Night: 5:30-7:30 Steak Dinner $20, Butterflied Pork Chop Dinner $15. Both include: salad, baked potato and Texas toast.

Georgetown American Legion Post #203

Saturday 10:00AM Middle Fork Jeep Fest for Mission K9 Warrior
Join us for Jeep fun, kids games, vendors, food trucks and more
Cost is $20 per Jeep driver, $10 per additional adults and kids over 15.
September 23rd Annual Fundraiser at the Georgetown Fairgrounds

Hoopeston Public Library:

Reconnect with your library in September. Find more information here
Hoopeston Library is now offering EVERYTHING in their book sale for FREE!
Donations are still graciously accepted, but not required
Check out the Free September Adult Craft here

Sleepy Creek Vineyards:

Mondays: Yoga & Wine with Linda every Monday; Doors open at 5:30PM Class begins at 6:00PM, Cost is $10
Tuesdays: Yoga & Wine with Mandy every Tuesday; Doors open at 5:30PM Class begins at 6:00PM, Cost is $10
Friday: 6:00PM-9:00PM Wieners & Wine, Music by Dream Catchers
Sunday: Enjoy the Winey Mary Bar and wine slushies
Sleepy Creek Hours: Sunday-Tuesday Noon-6:00PM; Wednesday-Thursday-Saturday Noon-7:00PM & Friday Noon-9:00PM.

Turtle Run Golf Club:

2023 Turtle Run Golf Events here
For membership information and golf rates, please visit our website at https://turtlerungolfclub.com/

Vermilion River Beer Company

September 14 5:300PM-7:30PM Live music with Polly Launay
September 17 11:00AM-2:00PM Thirdy Thunday Jazzth Brunch with Todd Gallagher Jazz Combo

Vermilion County Conservation District

September 23rd from 10:00AM-4:30PM, September 24th 10:00AM-3:30PM
Revolutionary War Reenactment and Pioneer Craft Day at Forest Glen Preserve
Camps will be open to tour, drills, and demonstrations. Demonstrations include axe throwing, cooking over fire, period weaponry and more
Sunday only will include Pioneer Craft Day

VFW Post 728: (8 Pine Street, Danville)

Fridays: fish fillet dinners and Bill’s seafood chowder will be served from 5:00PM-8:00PM/ Dine in and carry-outs available
Sundays: Family bingo every Sunday promptly at 2:00PM. Children are welcome, but be 18 years of age to play. A Sunday lunch special and a variety of sandwiches and snack foods are available.

Westville American Legion Post 51: