Category Archives: More News

Area Declared Safe After Pipeline Accident!
A construction crew accidentally cut through a natural gas pipeline near Danville's Public Safety Building late this morning (Oct. 17, 2017), sending natural gas spilling into the neighborhood. But Da...
Oct 17, 2017
Salvation Army Preparing for Kettle Campaign
The Danville Salvation Army is getting ready to launch its Red Kettle campaign. And the sign-up is underway for groups and individuals interested in manning the kettles. The Salvation Army's 1st Annua...
Oct 17, 2017

Local Leaders Look Forward to 'Tour of Industries'
Representatives from some Danville industries say they are eager to allow the public to tour their facilities this week. On Saturday, October 21st, there will be eight local companies opening their do...
Oct 15, 2017

Danville Police Probe Fatal Weekend Shooting
Danville Police are seeking help from the public as they probe a fatal weekend shooting. Public Safety Director Larry Thomason says officers were called to the 900 block of Campbell Lane shortly befor...
Oct 15, 2017

District 118 Committees to Study Name Change and Facilities
Danville School District 118 has scheduled some special committee meetings this week. On Tuesday, October 17th, 2017 a committee considering a name change for the district's MT Administration Building...
Oct 15, 2017

Illinois Kids Count 2017 a Mixed Bag for Vermilion County
Advocacy organization Voices for Illinois Children has released a study called Illinois Kids Count 2017 that purports to examine the quality of life facing children and families throughout the state. ...
Oct 13, 2017

Danville Halloween Hours Set
The streets of Danville are about to be haunted by ghosts and goblins and the Danville Police Division wants to keep everyone safe. Tuesday, October 31, is the official night for trick or treaters. Ch...
Oct 13, 2017

Schlarman Academy to Add Two to Hall of Fame
Schlarman Academy will be inducting two school Alumni into the Schlarman Hall of Fame on Friday at 6:30 pm. This will take place on Drummy Field prior to the 7 pm start of the Homecoming Football Game...
Oct 12, 2017

Vermilion County Awaiting Final Word on Move
Vermilion County is still waiting to close the deal on acquiring the former U.S. District Court building in downtown Danville. County Board Chairman Mike Marron is anxious to complete the process. ''W...
Oct 11, 2017

24 Year Sentence Given in Local Armed Robbery
A Georgetown man has been sentenced to 24 years in prison after being convicted in August on armed robbery and vehicular invasion charges. Circuit Judge Thomas OShaughnessy handed down the sentence on...
Oct 11, 2017






