Community Stories

CRIS Healthy Aging: World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
THE FOLLOWING IS A CRIS HEALTHY AGING RELEASE CRIS Healthy-Aging's Adult Protective Services department is hosting a World Elder Abuse Awareness Event at our Senior Center, 309 N. Franklin Street in Danville on Friday, June 13th. This marks World Abuse Awareness Day, and we are creating awareness concerning the critical issue of how abuse affects o...
Jun 11, 2025

Council Committee Moves Forward on Rail Consolidation Study; Bresee Tower Continues to Fade from the North End
As for what's happening right now, the tear down of Bresee Tower by Homrich continues. From the northern end, it is obvious that the tower is gradually disappearing. And as Director of Public Works David Ruwe explains, the height of the old tower will go down when it's time.
Jun 11, 2025

Extension Educator to Present on the Vital Relationship Between Plants and Pollinators
This engaging presentation will shed light on the often-overlooked world of pollination and its critical role in both food production and ecosystem health. Pankau will discuss the wide variety of pollinators-from bees and butterflies to hummingbirds and beetles-and the ways in which they support biodiversity and human life.
Jun 10, 2025

Trent Sherfield Hosting 5th Annual Free Youth Football Camp; Now Featuring Girls-Only Skill Session and Evening Session Under Lights
Danville native and Denver Broncos wide receiver Trent Sherfield is proud to announce the 5th Annual Free Youth Football Camp, returning on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Danville High School.
Jun 10, 2025

New District 118 Board Votes to Table Budget Adjustment for Current Fiscal Year; Which Ends June 30th
It was recently elected and also returning board member Christopher Easton who asked most of the questions. He eventually motioned that the vote be tabled, with newly elected Toni Towne seconding the motion. A unanimous vote of 5-0 followed.
Jun 10, 2025

Do You Have a Youngster Interested in a Sports Media Career? A Couple Spots Remain in Our DACC COLLEGE FOR KIDS Media Camp
Guests this year will include local author and former camper Rob Witzel, television voice of Illinois State University Kurt Pegler, and former Illini public address announcer Jim Shepard. The schedule also includes a chance to do play-by-play and public address at Danville Stadium on Thursday, June 19th.
Jun 09, 2025

DACC's Michael "Guido" Esteves Wins State ICCTA Pacesetter Award
The ICCTA Pacesetter Award recognizes recent community college graduates who have made outstanding achievements in their careers and in service to their communities. Esteves, who works full time for DACC, was chosen for his innovative work in music education, digital arts, eSports coaching, and student mentorship-all of which reflect the transforma...
Jun 09, 2025

Danville Public Library Presents "More Than a Color": A Powerful Talk on the Marginalization of African Beauty
"Karen brings a powerful and necessary perspective to our community," said Brooke Truscelli, Community Relations Administrator. "Her work uplifts, educates, and creates space for voices and stories that need to be heard."
Jun 09, 2025

Vermilion County Conservation District "Prairie Blooms Hike," in Forest Glen Preserve; Saturday, June 14th, 9 - 10 AM
Enjoy a one-mile walk through the tallgrass prairie to learn about this native, once-expansive habitat with it's history, wildflowers, and grasses with a naturalist.
Jun 09, 2025

Molina Healthcare of Illinois' Mobile Help Center to Visit Danville During Men's Health Month
The Mobile Help Center will offer annual physicals for adults, teens, and children, well-baby exams and blood pressure screenings, all free of charge. Staff will also be available to answer questions about health coverage and other available supportive resources.
Jun 09, 2025