Event Stories
Dancing for the Stars Returns to the Historic Fischer Theatre on March 14, 2026
"The Survivor Resource Center provides hope and healing to child and adult survivors of sexual assault in our community," said Marcie Sheridan, Executive Director. "People survive and people thrive. This is why the event is called Dancing for the Stars-the STARS are the survivors we serve."
Feb 19, 2026
Hundreds of Danville High School Students Step Outside for One Class Period Long Anti-ICE Protest
Yes, student absences from class will be treated like any other unexcused absence, and this is not something that administration necessarily supports or condones. But at the same time, Superintendent Hart told CIMG that this moment belonged to the participating DHS students.
Feb 11, 2026
Indivisible Vermilion County Announces Community Gathering to Defend Democracy and Stand in Solidarity with Minneapolis
Indivisible Vermilion County will host a public community event at the corner of Vermilion St. and Main St. in Danville, Illinois, bringing residents together on a day traditionally dedicated to love to highlight a different kind of love - love for our democracy and for the people most impacted by current federal polic...
Feb 10, 2026
Peer Court Auction Once Again Brings Overflow Crowd to Turtle Run
As the auction was about to begin at 7 PM, emcee Tom Wagner and auctioneer Paul Sermersheim made the annual walk towards the state. Sermersheim says the timing for this event is always just right.
Feb 07, 2026
County Museum Hosting Special Events This Weekend
ABOVE: Cards at Vermilion County Museum, made by fourth and fifth graders, celebrating Abraham Lincoln's birthday. Area residents have two opportunities this weekend to visit the Vermilion County Museum in Danville free of charge. Museum Director Sue Richter explains what will be happening first... There are 334 birthd...
Feb 06, 2026
Bismarck Lions Celebrating Club's 70th, Vermilion CO's 200 Years, USA's 250th; Pancake & Sausage Day Sat Feb 7th
The Bismarck Lions Club will serve pancakes and sausage at Bismarck-Henning Elementary School on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 7am - 1pm as part of their Annual Pancake and Sausage Day. Tickets may be purchased for $12 with kids 6-12 being $5 and 5 & under free.
Feb 05, 2026
Get Ready for a Taste of Danville History at the Peer Court Auction!
This incredible donation is a true collaboration throughout our community-and all proceeds support Peer Court! Join us Friday, February 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM at Turtle Run for the Peer Court Auction! Featuring Paul Sermersheim, auctioneer, and Tom Wagner, emcee!
Feb 05, 2026
Illini Skateland Ready to Welcome Danville's February "First Fridays" Event; 5 - 8 PM Fri Feb 6th
There will be all kinds of activities going on, such as face painting; and don't forget to put your name in for the 7 PM drawing for a brand new pair of skates. Illini Skateland's Gavin Baugh says they expect to be a bit of a wait for the quite popular laser tag.
Feb 05, 2026
Fair Hope Children's Ministry Calling for Donations During Sun Feb 8th "Operation Good Night" Pajama Drive at Fischer Theatre
Fair Hope's Karel Volpert told CIMG that a good night's sleep in good pajamas can help children be ready for the next day; be it in school or whatever they have scheduled. She says sleep wear for all ages are needed.
Feb 02, 2026
"Fireside Chat" Series at Vermilion Co War Museum Continue Sat Feb 7th with "Threads of Liberty"
A portion of the History Channel program, in which Bolser took part, "The Long Knives," will be shown. The War Museum is closed for tours during remodeling but will be open for the event.
Feb 02, 2026










