Community Stories

2025 NJCAA Tourney at DACC Wraps Up with Kirkwood Community College as Champions
Speaking to Danville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau CEO Jeanie Cooke Friday night, it was all a positive review.
Mar 23, 2025

Enchanted Nights Adult Prom set for April 5, 2025
The Vermilion County Animal Shelter Foundation is a 501c3 organization and all proceeds raised will directly benefit the animals housed at the shelter. The Foundation provides support through spay and neuter, heartworm treatment, medical/emergency financial support, food and supplies as needed, rescue transportation, adoption events, and education.
Mar 22, 2025

Vermilion County State's Attorney: Coal-Ash Cleanup will Continue to be Enforced
However, some environmental groups are concerned with a recent announcement by Lee Zeldin, head of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, of plans to roll back 31 public health and safety regulations and initiatives that are backed by science and the law.
Mar 21, 2025

Tilton Board Approves Grocery Tax, Hires another Police Officer
Tilton board members approved an ordinance Thursday night implementing a municipal grocery retailers' occupation tax and a municipal grocery service occupation tax that would start Jan. 1.
Mar 21, 2025

Finch Continues to Receive Support
She said for 34 and half years, she represented the city and spoke on behalf of the city and was a voice of the citizens.
Mar 21, 2025

Danville Library Celebrates 30th Year of Building
The library collected more than 100 prom dresses for Saturday's "Clueless and Cocktails" event. The event celebrates the spirit of giving and fashion, key components of the 1995 movie "Clueless."
Mar 21, 2025

Senator Rose Slams Pritzker's Plan That Will Raise Downstate Property Taxes
Senator Rose continued, "I have entire counties that don't own a single piece of road equipment. Not a grader, not even a snowplow. Now if Pritzker gets his way, those services will fall back onto the county - except it will be more expensive to deliver.
Mar 21, 2025

Danville Public Library Releases Latest Events Schedule
INCLUDING - April 3: Pop Culture Trivia. This Month: National Film Score Day! Test your movie knowledge by guessing the film from iconic sound clips. Enjoy a night of fun, prizes, and cinematic nostalgia with fellow movie enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this exciting event! 5:00 - 6:30 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.
Mar 21, 2025

Westville Lions Club Announces Labor Day Celebration Entertainment Lineup
The evening will begin with an energetic performance by Neon Rodeo, a talented cover band specializing in the beloved sounds of 90s country music.
Mar 21, 2025

Hensgen Points to Adjustments Made Annually & Amazing Team Effort; in Keeping NJCAA Tourney Strong as Ever
Hensgen said last year's change to 20 teams and six days of basketball was a major change that needed more adjustments this year. And the effort is not just for those visiting, but also for those watching on the NJCAA network.
Mar 20, 2025