Category Archives: More News

Ribbon-Cutting Opens New Veterans Housing
A ribbon-cutting event Thursday marked the official opening of the new Cannon Place Apartments in Danville. The 65-unit supportive housing building is located on the Veterans Affairs campus in Danvill...
Apr 20, 2017

Money Smart Week Activities Underway
Some students who won prizes as part of Money Smart Week are recommending saving money for such things as medical bills. Haven Elliott of Oakwood High School won first place and a $750 prize, for her ...
Apr 20, 2017

Danville Dashers Win Commissioner's Cup!
The Danville Dashers are the Federal Hockey League's Commissioner’s Cup Champions. They raised the cup last night at the Palmer Arena in front of a crowd of 1,154 local hockey fans. The scoring ...
Apr 19, 2017

Wednesday Shooting Leaves Person Wounded
Danville Police say they are investigating two reports of shots fired Wednesday night....including one in which a person was wounded. Police Commander Joshua Webb says officers found a 20-year-old Dan...
Apr 19, 2017

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 ...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
Apr 18, 2017