Category Archives: More News
Splashdown!! -- During the 'Splash-n-Dash'!!
The weather turned perfect for flying Thursday evening, and it was just what the Danville Boat Club needed for a highly successful 'Splash-n-Dash' event. Almost a dozen hot air balloons took flight in...
Bill Pickett Jul 13, 2017
Changes Attempt to Improve Balloon Event
Those who attended last year's Balloons Over Vermilion will notice a few changes if they are returning this weekend. Pat O'Shaughnessy, chairman of the event, says the changes are an attempt to improv...
Bill Pickett Jul 13, 2017
Hoopeston Police Warn About Phone Scam
Police in Hoopeston are warning residents about a phone scam. Police say they have received reports that someone is calling residents claiming it is Ameren calling. The caller has been telling residen...
Bill Pickett Jul 13, 2017
Rep. Hays Looks to the Future
State Representative Chad Hays says the hair still stands on the back of his neck each time he enters the beautiful Illinois State Capitol. But he realized it was time to spend more time with his fami...
Bill Pickett Jul 12, 2017
County Board Wonders About State Funding
Vermilion County Board Chairman Mike Marron says he does not think the county will have to make additional budget cuts during the current fiscal year. But he adds the budget is still a work in progres...
Bill Pickett Jul 11, 2017
Downtown Area Safety Improvements Advance
The Danville City Council's Public Works Committee is recommending approval of a nearly $900-thousand dollar contract for improvements along a downtown street. Mayor Scott Eisenhauer describes the wor...
Bill Pickett Jul 11, 2017
New Voter I.D. Cards Out in County
Voters in Vermilion County, outside of the Danville city limits, have been mailed new Voter Identification Cards. On some of these cards, you will notice your card indicates a polling place change. Th...
Bill Pickett Jul 11, 2017
Power Crews Work Overnight to Restore Electricity
Ameren Illinois crews and contractors worked throughout the day Tuesday and into the night to restore power to customers impacted by high winds and strong thunderstorms. The company activated its Emer...
Bill Pickett Jul 11, 2017
Storm System Leaves Widespread Damage
Clean-up efforts are continuing after a powerful storm system blew through southern Vermilion County Tuesday morning. Strong winds and heavy rain accompanied the storm as it downed trees, limbs and po...
Bill Pickett Jul 11, 2017
UPDATE: Storm Damage in Vermilion County This Morning!!
Bill Pickett is reporting storm damage throughout the county, he has this report from the county EMA office: https://express-images.franklymedia.com/9850/sites/9/2017/07/11115617/bill-update.mp3 As of...
Bill Pickett Jul 11, 2017