Category Archives: More News
DACC Jobs Fair Attracts a Crowd
The annual Career Connections Job Fair attracted a crowd at Danville Area Community College Wednesday. Area residents had a chance to meet with about fifty area employers who are looking for full and ...
Bill Pickett Apr 19, 2017
Parents Praise Teachers in Shots Fired Incident
Danville Police responded to more reports of shots fired last night only hours after some local schools were placed on lockdown. One person was wounded (see other story). Some parents are praising the...
Bill Pickett Apr 19, 2017
Both Sides Optimistic as Fire Talks Continue
Now that Danville Firefighters have a new contract, the President of Firefighters Local 429 says talks will begin immediately on the next one. Jerry Sparks commented after the Danville City Council ra...
Bill Pickett Apr 19, 2017
Local Broadcasters Among Silver Dome Finalists
Some broadcasters at Neuhoff Media in Danville are among the finalists for the Illinois Broadcasters Association's Silver Dome Awards. The awards are presented annually for excellence in broadcasting....
Bill Pickett Apr 19, 2017
Budget Approved as Fire Talks Continue
It has been a long process, but Danville City Council members have finally approved a new fiscal year budget. Mayor Scott Eisenhauer says the council approved a plan which makes cuts in all department...
Bill Pickett Apr 18, 2017
War Museum Honors Hegeler With Exhibit
A Danville man who was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross ''for extraordinary achievement'' in the Korean Conflict in 1953 is being honored by the Vermilion County War Museum. First Lieutenant Jul...
Bill Pickett Apr 18, 2017
Local Veterans' Supportive Housing May Double
The company that built a 65-unit supportive housing building on the campus of the VA Illiana Health Care System in Danville is already making plans to expand. Mark Angelini, President of Mercy Housing...
Bill Pickett Apr 14, 2017
No One Hurt in Danville House Fire
No one was hurt as flames drove a Danville family from their home late Thursday night. Danville Firefighters found heavy smoke and flames coming from the rear of the home at 512 Center Street when the...
Bill Pickett Apr 13, 2017
Congressman Concerned About North Korea
As North Korea prepared for a military parade, the United States and China have warned that nation about further provocations. During an interview with VermilionCountyFirst.com News, Congressman John ...
Bill Pickett Apr 13, 2017
Ameren Seeks Residential Electric Rate Decrease
Ameren Illinois residential customers would see a decrease in what they pay for electric delivery service next year under a plan filed today (Thursday) with the Illinois Commerce Commission. The propo...
Bill Pickett Apr 13, 2017