Community Stories

Tues June 3rd "Taps on Tuesday" to Focus on D - DAY
The featured veteran will be the late Jim Jones of Catlin who served on the U.S.S. Harding on D-Day. Rebecca Woodrum will sing the National Anthem and Anita Zoeller will sound Taps.
May 30, 2025

Danville Public Library Kicks Off Summer Reading with Games, Vendors, and a Movie Night
"This event is one of our favorite ways to kick off summer," said Jennifer Hess, Executive Director of the Danville Public Library. "It brings the whole community together and gets everyone excited about reading and connecting."
May 30, 2025

Downtown Danville FIRST FRIDAYS Summer Luau Getting Closer; Friday, June 6th
The evening continues with hula dancing performances and a showcase of classic cars courtesy of the Illiana Antique Automobile Club-a perfect blend of island flair and small-town charm.
May 29, 2025

Dist 118 Board Looks to Future: Cell Phone Policies, Bus Transportation, Trent Sherfield's Idea for Athletes' Training & Academics
Meanwhile, the new District 118 Board did make it official during Wednesday's meeting that First Student will remain as the district's provider of bus transportation.
May 29, 2025

CrossRoads Christian Church Planning for Saturday, July 26th Vacation Bible School
Fun concerts, Bible stories, cool craft, lunch, snack, crazy messy object lessons and we end with an outdoor party - slip n slide and Kona Ice Truck. Parents are asked to join their kids for the end of day concert and the family time after. Kids need to come dressed for messy activities and to get wet.
May 29, 2025

Danville Public Library Releases Latest Events Schedule
INCLUDING - June 14: Bubble Blast & Book Bonanza. Join us for a delightful day of FREE family fun on the Library Lawn with our friends from Birth to Five! Enjoy bubbles, books, crafts, and yard games. Perfect for all ages! 11 AM - 1 PM.
May 29, 2025

Garman 'Deeply Honored' with Citizen Award; Following Prison Firing Range Case
She said the recognition was a surprise and she's "very much honored by their choice."
May 29, 2025

New District 118 Board Approves Plan for External Audit; Passes Administrative Residency Policy
Meanwhile, board member Pastor Thomas Miller has submitted his resignation. Darlene Halloran said applications will be taken for the open position through June 13th, interviews will begin June 18th.
May 29, 2025

Schweizer-Backed Bills Supporting Veterans Headed to Governor's Desk
Senate Bill 1160, originally filed by State Representative Stephanie Kifowit and then transferred to Rep. Schweizer, amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to allow any resident of Illinois who served in the United Nations Protecting Force in Somalia, Panama, or Grenada to apply for a United National Protection Force license plate.
May 28, 2025

District 118 Says Afternoon Buses will be Running Late (Wed May 28th) Due to Accident on South Gilbert
Danville District 118 has announced that due to the major accident on S. Gilbert, all District 118 buses will be running late this afternoon.
May 28, 2025