Category Archives: Events

Balloons Over Vermilion | Pilot Who Started Later in Life Enjoying the Ride
THE FOLLOWING IS A NEWS-GAZETTE STORY BY JENNIFER BAILEY DANVILLE - Ed DeVore was in his late 40s when he started working as a crew member for local hot-air balloon pilots about 15 years ago, a...
Steve Brandy Jul 08, 2025

Vermilion County Indivisibles Planning to Join "National John Lewis Day of Action" on Thursday, July 17th; NOW ON SE CORNER
ABOVE: The beginning of the Indivisibles Vermilion County "No Kings" march on May 1st, as it left the Social Security Building and crossed Vermilion Street. NOTE: THE LOCATION HAS BEEN CHANGED ...
Steve Brandy Jul 08, 2025

Ping Pong Drop Kicks Off Full Week for Georgetown Fair
Coming out of the holiday weekend, and one night before the opening of the carnival, Monday evening (July 7th) was a busy time at the Georgetown Fair. While the Miss Georgetown Fair Queen Pageant was ...
Steve Brandy Jul 07, 2025

PACK THE PARK at Kennekuk County Park Set for Saturday, August 2nd; Car Show, Music, and More Scheduled
THE FOLLOWING IS A VERMILION COUNTY CONSERVATION FOUNDATION RELEASE Pack The Park At Kennekuk County Park in Danville, IL August 02, 2025 Car Show Cruise-In 4:00-6:00 PM Food Vendors onsite ser...
Steve Brandy Jul 07, 2025

Balloons Over Vermilion Set to Soar July 11-12, 2025
THE FOLLOWING IS A BALLOONS OVER VERMILION RELEASE Family-favorite festival returns with more balloons, more food, more fun DANVILLE, IL - The skies over Danville are set to come alive once aga...
Steve Brandy Jul 07, 2025

Taps on Tuesday Set for 6 PM TUES JULY 8TH at Spring Hill Cemetery's Soldiers Circle
Bill Pickett Jul 07, 2025

Georgetown Fair Runs Through Saturday; Ping Pong Drop Set for Monday at 7 PM; Carnival Opens Tuesday
As we emerge from 4th of July Weekend, it is now time for a full week of the Georgetown Fair. Georgetown Fair Board president Don Hackler says tonight is a huge night for the kids, because Touch-a-Tru...
Steve Brandy Jul 06, 2025

'Anything on Wheels' Show Capping Off Holiday Weekend
If you are looking for something to do you may want to head to Westville today (Sunday, July 6th, 2025) for the 'Anything On Wheels' show at the Westville Depot. Registration is from 9 until noon, wit...
Bill Pickett Jul 06, 2025

'Kids Zone' Returns to Balloons Over Vermilion 2025
THE FOLLOWING IS A BALLOONS OVER VERMILION RELEASE Family-friendly area offers expanded attractions and activities for children of all ages. DANVILLE, IL - Balloons Over Vermilion is excited to...
Steve Brandy Jul 03, 2025

Vermilion Co Conservation Dist Kennekuk and Forest Glen Buildings Open for Visitors for Master Gardeners; Sun July 6th
THE FOLLOWING IS A VERMILION COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT RELEASE Master Gardeners to offer tours of BHHA Herb Garden; Sunday, July 6th; 1- 4 pm Westville + Danville, IL - At Forest Glen Preserve, the...
Steve Brandy Jun 30, 2025








