Health

Lawsuit Filed Against Danville Nursing Home in Patient's Death Last Year
The lawsuit continues that during this distress, nursing staff didn't contact paramedics or other emergency services, and they were unable to timely locate suctioning equipment.
Jul 22, 2025

VA Illiana's New Inpatient Mental Health Facility Opens in Building 140
This facility continues our mission of enhancing the well-being of Veterans by providing the highest level of care and support. Our state-of-the-art space is designed to offer a safe, recovery focused environment tailored to meet the unique needs of our patients.
Jul 22, 2025

Excessive Heat Also Elevating Health Risks
Dangerously hot and humid conditions invading our area this week will also increase the risk for heat related illnesses. An Excessive Heat Watch was issued Monday for our area by the National Weather Service. It covers portions of central, east central, and southeast Illinois. The advisory covers the period from Wed...
Jul 21, 2025

New Parking Assistance Service at Carle Foundation Hospital
To use this service, visitors will need to park in the North or South Garages and call the number assigned to each garage once they have arrived.
Jul 14, 2025

Some Seek County's Help to Stop Proposed Solar Farm
Some citizens are seeking help from the Vermilion County Board in efforts to prevent a 1400 acre commercial solar farm from locating along the Catlin-Tilton Road. Bill Pickett has the story.... Earthrise Energy says the Tilton Solar Project would generate enough clean, renewable energy to power more than 30,000 homes. ...
Jul 09, 2025

Concerns Raised Again Over County Animal Shelter
Some Vermilion County Board members voiced concerns at Tuesday evening's meeting about the Vermilion County Animal Shelter. Bill Pickett has the story,,,, The County did have some repairs made to the air-conditioning at the animal shelter earlier, but some board members say it was only a "band-aid" and that m...
Jul 09, 2025

Vermilion County Health Department Expands Access with New WIC Satellite Clinic in Iroquois County
The new clinic will operate at the Iroquois County Health Department, located at 1001 East Grant Street, Watseka, IL 60970. Services will be available on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, excluding holidays. Appointments are encouraged to ensure timely service.
Jun 30, 2025

Heat Advisory for Vermilion County Continues Until 7 PM Thursday
Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Jun 25, 2025

Breast Cancer Survival Group PRAIRIE DRAGON PADDLERS Coming to Homer Lake; Sunday, June 29th; 1-4 PM
Guests will also get to paddle in the boat with the team. Donations will go to the Prairie Dragon Paddlers; as they promote breast cancer awareness, empower survivors and support groundbreaking research.
Jun 23, 2025

Free Healthcare Clinic Coming to Paris, Illinois in June to Address Limited Access to Care
RAM Clinics are a lifeline for underserved communities, offering free healthcare services that include general medical exams, dental cleanings, extractions, eye exams, and prescription glasses made on-site. By bringing healthcare directly to those in need, RAM removes the barriers of cost and distance that often preven...
Jun 23, 2025