Event Stories

HBCU Fair Connects Students, Honors Memory of Jelani Day
The college fair was sponsored by the Jelani Day Foundation to honor Day's memory. High school junior Victor Jones, who served as DJ for the event, wants to get into music engineering or urban design and urban engineering after high school. He's been DJing for about four years, and the 17-year-old is also involved in t...
Mar 28, 2025

INDIVISIBLE VERMILION COUNTY to Participate in Carpool to Champaign Sat Mar 29th; Getting Ready for National Day April 5th
Ryan says the "National Indivisible Day of Protest" will be on Saturday, April 5th. And Vermilion County's group will be having their own rally right in from of the VA Illiana Health Care Medical Center.
Mar 27, 2025

Vermilion County, IL Prepares for 200th Anniversary with Year-Long Celebration
"We want to ensure that all of Vermilion County's communities are represented in this historic celebration," says Sue Richter, 200th Anniversary Co-Chair. "This is an opportunity to showcase the traditions, culture, and community spirit that make our county so special."
Mar 27, 2025

Results Released from Recent JROTC Archery Competition at Danville High School
The Bullseye competition featured C/LTC Robert Miller posting a score of 284 and placing him 3rd out of 178 archers. C/MAJ Alli Rodgers posted the highest 3D competitive score of 277, placing her 1st in the state among all JROTC programs. The competition was highly competitive, resulting in a 13-point difference betwee...
Mar 27, 2025

Royal Premier and Parade Coming to Fischer Theatre Sat March 29th
Doors open at 11 AM for an immersive and engaging experience! Enter the magical theatre with many royal characters to greet you.
Mar 27, 2025

"It's in Your Head" Plans April 22nd Community Class at Fischer Theatre
Led by cancer survivor and CEO Hunter LaFave, this one-hour workshop-followed by a brief stress relief practice-will introduce simple, practical strategies to improve your overall well-being.
Mar 26, 2025

DACC Moves Tonight's (Wed Mar 26th) Womens History Month Event to Vermilion River Beer Company
Due to the play at Bremer, we have moved the show to Vermilion River Beer company at 6pm.
Mar 26, 2025

Purdue Choir Concert, Sunday, March 30th, 2PM, at St. James UMC Sanctuary
The Purdue Choir "Heart & Soul", established in 2004, is the newest vocal jazz ensemble in Purdue Musical Organizations. This mixed-voice choir of 40 members specializes in gospel and contemporary Christian music, occasionally incorporating soul and R&B.
Mar 25, 2025

DHS Future Problem Solvers Hosting their 4th Annual Glow Bingo; Sat March 29th at AL Post 210
All proceeds go towards funding Project Homeward Bound and their trip to compete at the FPSPI International Finals this coming June.
Mar 25, 2025

City of Danville Preparing for First Fridays 5K SUPER RUN & WALK; Fri April 4th at 6 PM
For the safety of the participants, roads will be closed from 5:30-8 PM on April 4th. Please refrain from moving barricades as we want everyone to be safe. Please plan an alternative route for travel during these times.
Mar 24, 2025