Category Archives: More News

New Manager Named for Vermilion Regional Airport
The Vermilion Regional Airport has a new manager. Members of the Airport Authority Board on Tuesday appointed Mike Vandeboncoeur to take over the duties. He will fill the slot left vacant when former ...
Jul 17, 2018

Tilton's New Autumn Fields Nearing Completion
The new Autumn Fields assisted living facility in Tilton is nearing completion and is expected to open within a month. Autumn Fields Marketing Director Melissa Taylor described the progress being made...
Jul 17, 2018

Former Democratic Candidate Endorses Marron
A former Democratic candidate for State Representative from the 104th District is tossing his support behind Republican Mike Marron. Frank McCullough Jr. says he remains a ''proud Democrat'' adding, '...
Jul 17, 2018

Danville Man Facing Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse Charge
A Danville man who is well-known for his work in music and theatrical productions is facing criminal charges. Danville Public Safety Director Larry Thomason says 41-year-old David Woodrow was taken in...
Jul 17, 2018

Deputies Help Recover Truck from Lake Vermilion
The Vermilion County Sheriff's Department's Dive Team was called into action last night to help recover a truck from Lake Vermilion. Sheriff's Captain Eric Deck says the call for help came shortly aft...
Jul 17, 2018

Governor Signs Emergency 'Red Flag' Gun Bills
Governor Bruce Rauner has signed two bills into law that could help prevent people who are a threat to themselves or others from purchasing or possessing guns. The governor signed House Bill 2354 enac...
Jul 16, 2018

Girl's Flight Likely to be Long Remembered!
The balloons that flew over the Danville area over the weekend are gone, but the memories of one girl's flight will likely last a lifetime. Thirteen-year-old Makahla Goodyear of Danville was selected ...
Jul 16, 2018

Eagle Scout Project Helps Local Veterans
An Eagle Scout project for a Westville teenager is giving some local Veterans a chance to have fun. Sixteen-year-old Donnie McMasters describes improvements being added behind Cannon Place, an apartme...
Jul 16, 2018

Balloon Event Termed Big Success Despite Rain
This year's Balloons Over Vermilion is being called a big success by many...despite Saturday's thunderstorms which cancelled the evening flight and balloon glow. Thousands of people packed the Vermili...
Jul 15, 2018

Summer Fun Continuing in Vermilion County
Balloons Over Vermilion may be over, but the Executive Director of the Danville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau - Jeanie Cooke - says the summer fun continues. She says one of her favorite events ...
Jul 15, 2018






