IDPH Issues Thanksgiving Week Reminder to Guard Against Foodborne Illness
For safe turkey preparation, the first step is to safely thaw the bird. When turkey begins to thaw, any germs or bacteria that may have been present before freezing can begin to grow again. This is why food safety experts recommend thawing turkeys in the refrigerator.
Nov 26, 2025
Rep. Kelly Announces WELLS Act, a New Maternal Health Bill, in Honor of Mercedes Wells
The WELLS Act, named in honor of Mercedes, will urge hospitals and birthing centers to develop and implement a safe discharge plan.
Nov 25, 2025
'The Giving Fence' is Back - Helping Those in Need
'The Giving Fence' is back in Danville helping keep some people in need warm this fall and winter. The Danville Area Chapter of Credit Unions sponsors the fence which allows people to drop off winter coats, hats and other winter gear by hanging it on a fence located along West Main Street. It is next to the municipal ...
Nov 21, 2025
Red Cross Offers Steps to Help You Avoid a Cooking Fire on Thanksgiving
Cooking causes an average of 158,400 home fires per year, which is 44% of all home fires in the United States.
Nov 19, 2025
County Board Finalizes New Budget & Tax Levy
News story here.
Nov 19, 2025
Labor of Love Finishes Last Handicapped Ramp of 2025
The Vermilion County Handicapped Association has wrapped up this year's work with the construction of a ramp at a home on Danville's north side. Association president Glenn Billings says it was the 451st ramp the group has built across the county since the early 1990s. He described the recipient of the latest ramp......
Nov 18, 2025
THE BIG SHOW: 'Mission K9 Warrior Exclusive' Black Tie Fundraiser set for 6 PM Sat Nov 15th; at Catlin Banquet Center
During his time on The Big Show, Dave Hughes was asked by Tommy B about the start of Mission K9 Warrior about nine years ago.
Nov 13, 2025
SNAP Resource Fair at DACC
SNAP work rules are changing. Illinois adults ages 18-64 without dependents must complete 80 hours a month in work, volunteering, or training to keep benefits. The SNAP Fair will bring together partner resources to help individuals explore pathways to build skills, stay compliant, and move toward lasting self-sufficien...
Nov 12, 2025
Convenient Care Plus at Carle Foundation Hospital to move to the South Clinic Building
To accommodate this move, Convenient Care Plus services will end at 10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13. Services will be closed all day on Friday, Nov. 14, then open Nov. 15 at 7 a.m. in the South Clinic and resume services as normal. Alternative Convenient Care options are available at Carle Champaign on Curtis and Carle Urban...
Nov 12, 2025
Danville's Mosaic City Church Offering FEED YOUR SOUL Free Hot Meal for the Community; Sun Nov 16th, 9 - 11 AM at YMCA
This free hot meal for the entire community will be from 9 to 11 AM at the Danville Family YMCA.
Nov 10, 2025
