Holiday Stories

Indiana State Police to Increase Impaired Driving Enforcement ahead of Labor Day
"If you are impaired, whether from alcohol, drugs, or even medication, you should not be behind the wheel," said Douglas Huntsinger, executive director of the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. "As we head into the final stretch of summer, we're urging Hoosiers to make the responsible choice and plan ah...
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'Anything on Wheels' Show Capping Off Holiday Weekend
If you are looking for something to do you may want to head to Westville today (Sunday, July 6th, 2025) for the 'Anything On Wheels' show at the Westville Depot. Registration is from 9 until noon, with awards to be presented at 2:00 p.m. It is the Third Annual Anything On Wheels show sponsored by the Westv...
Jul 06, 2025

Fourth of July Safety Tips & Red Cross Volunteers Help 10 People Affected by Home Fires in the Past Week
WATER SAFETY If your holiday plans include fun in the water, make sure every member of your family is water smart ─ has swimming skills and knows how to help others in an emergency.
Jun 30, 2025

IDPH Urges Illinoisans to Steer Clear of Seasonal Summer Hazards And Celebrate July 4th 2025 Safely
Avoid sunburn and heat stroke by using sunscreen and proper summer attire. Protect yourself from disease carrying pests like mosquitos and ticks. And leave the fireworks to professionals.
Jun 30, 2025

Successful Juneteenth Celebration Comes to Carver Park
Danville Alderman Ed Butler says freedom is important to celebrate, but freedom from problems that hurt the community is a constant battle.
Jun 20, 2025

Danville Ceremony Honorably Retires American Flags
Hundreds of torn or worn American Flags were officially retired Saturday during a Flag Day ceremony at Danville American Legion Post 210. Bill Pickett has the story... American Legion Post 210 is located along North Jackson Street in Danville.
Jun 15, 2025

Volunteers Honor Veterans at National Cemetery
Dozens of people turned out Saturday to help place nearly 13,000 American flags on graves at the VA National Cemetery in Danville. Bill Pickett has the story... (Samantha Unger, 12, and her 15-year-old sister, Zora, of Champaign, help place flags Saturday at the Danville National Cemetery.) (Flag volunteers of all ages...
May 24, 2025

Danville Memorial Day Weekend Tradition Continues
A Memorial Day weekend tradition continues in Danville with the annual Rotary Memorial Way along North Vermilion Street. Bill Pickett has the story... In addition to the hundreds of flags lining North Vermilion Street this holiday weekend, flags are also placed at local war memorials and the Vermilion County War Museu...
May 23, 2025

Sunshine Returns in Time for Danville Rotary's Annual MEMORIAL WAY Flags along N. Vermilion St
Proceeds from the MEMORIAL WAY sponsored flags will go to support the Vermilion County War Museum, the Sparky Songer Scholarship at DACC and community projects by the Danville Rotary Club.
May 23, 2025

Danville National Cemetery to Host Memorial Day Ceremony
The ceremony will include guest speakers, live performances of local musicians, and a wreath-laying ceremony.
May 21, 2025