With New School Year Approaching, District 118 Board Eyes Share of Danville, Tilton TIF District Revenue
The Danville District 118 School Board heard a presentation at the end of Wednesday night's (Aug 5th) meeting that brought about a feeling of, "hey, wait a minute, what about us?" Interim Finance Dire...
Steve Brandy
State Rep Schweizer Comments on Signing of House Bill 1353
THE FOLLOWING IS AN ILLINOIS HOUSE REPUBLICAN CAUCUS RELEASE Governor Pritzker recently signed emergency workers job protection legislation into law, sponsored by State Representative Brandun S...
Steve Brandy
DACC Gets Ready for New School Year with 4th Annual Block Party
Once again, for the fourth straight year, Danville Area Community College welcomed families for some fun, food, books and clothing; and anything you might be thinking about heading into the new school...
Steve Brandy
Danville Police & Danville Fire Unions Preparing for "2026 Finest vs Bravest Softball Game," Sat Aug 15 at Danville Stadi
THE FOLLOWING IS A DANVILLE POLICE AND FIRE RELEASE HOSTED BY: DANVILLE POLICE & DANVILLE FIRE UNIONS We invite you to be part of this amazing family-friendly event, benefitting a great cau...
Steve Brandy
Rain or Shine: Vicki Haugen Way Dedication Moves Indoors to Danville City Hall Thursday at 9:30 AM
THE FOLLOWING IS A CITY OF DANVILLE / VERMILION ADVANTAGE RELEASE DANVILLE, IL - Due to the weather forecast, tomorrow's dedication ceremony for Vicki Haugen Way has been moved indoors to Danvi...
Steve Brandy
Historic Fischer Theatre Invites the Community to an Evening of Wine, Entertainment, and Giving
THE FOLLOWING IS A FISCHER THEATRE RELEASE Raise a Glass, Raise the Curtain DANVILLE, Ill. - The Historic Fischer Theatre invites the community to an unforgettable evening celebrating the arts,...
Steve Brandy
Future of Danville Treasurer Position Continues to Bring Significant Debate among City Council Members
At the end of a rather routine Danville City Council meeting Tuesday night (Aug 4th), the 800 pound issue sitting in the corner spoke up once again: the future of the City of Danville Treasurer positi...
Steve Brandy
"National Night Out" Lives in Vermilion County, at NE Corner of Gilbert & Fairchild in Danville
ABOVE: 9-1-1 dispatchers pause during a visit with a curious youngster. National Night Out began exactly 42 years ago, in August of 1984. National Association of Town Watch wanted a yearly even...
Steve Brandy
Busy Month for Project Success includes Special Thurs Aug 6th Event for District 118 Families
As we get into the new school year, Project Success of Vermilion County has a load of family events planned. One is happening this Thursday, August 6th, 6 to 8 PM at the Laura Lee Fellowship House on ...
Steve Brandy
Indiana State Police Lieutenant Tom McKee Retires After 33 Years of Service
THE FOLLOWING IS AN INDIANA STATE POLICE RELEASE LAFAYETTE - After more than 33 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Indiana, Indiana State Police Lieutenant Tom McKee is retiring foll...
Steve Brandy
Danville Police Make Arrest in Fri July 31st Shooting Incident with K9 Assistance
THE FOLLOWING IS A DANVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT RELEASE On July 31, 2026, at 9:53 a.m., officers with the Danville Police Department responded to the 100 block of Fairweight Avenue for a gunshot ...
Steve Brandy
Middefork Vermilion River Reopened after Water Settles Following Sunday Closing & Saturday Rainfall
CIMG was informed Monday afternoon that Middlefork Vermilion River has been reopened; following Sunday's closing due to Saturday's heavy rainfall. ORIGINAL STORY https://vermilioncountyfirst.co...
Steve Brandy
AMERICAN PICKERS to Film in Iowa & Illinois
The following is a CINEFLIX flyer forwarded by VERMILION ADVANTAGE The American Pickers are excited to return to Illinois and Iowa! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hittelevisi...
Steve Brandy
Danville's FIRST FRIDAYS "Science in the City" Set for Fri Aug 7th, 5 - 8 PM
THE FOLLOWING IS A CITY OF DANVILLE RELEASE As families prepare for the upcoming school year, an exciting community event is bringing science, education, and family fun to Downtown Danville. Fi...
Steve Brandy
Impact Life Hosting Community Blood Drive Thursday, August 20th; at St. James United Methodist Church
THE FOLLOWING IS AN IMPACT LIFE RELEASE ImpactLife is partnering with local blood donors and drive hosts on community blood drives during the week of August 17th through August 23rd. We appreci...
Steve Brandy
Ernie Banks & Mickey Mantle Baseball Cards, Gold Coins, Unique Jewelry, and More on Tap at Treasurer Frerichs' State Fair I-CASH Auction Preview
THE FOLLOWING RELEASE IS FROM STATE TREASURER MICHAEL FRERICHS' OFFICE Public Sneak Peek Set for Today, August 3 in Springfield Video will be posted here: https://cms.illinois.gov/agency/media/...
Steve Brandy
Performance of "Echo Taps" Scheduled for Tues Evening Aug 4th TAPS ON TUESDAY
THE FOLLOWING IS A TAPS ON TUESDAY RELEASE Taps on Tuesday will feature Anita Zoeller and Keith Bouslog performing "Echo Taps." "This is a very touching version of "Taps" that will be sounded n...
Steve Brandy
Middlefork Vermilion River Closed Due to Hazardous Conditions
THE FOLLOWING IS A VERMILION COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT RELEASE The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has determined that current conditions on the Middle Fork Vermilion River pr...
Steve Brandy
American Legion State Golf Tournament Rides Again in Danville; Greg Alpers Remembered
ABOVE: American Legion Department of Illinois Commander Celeste Latham speaks during Saturday morning AL State Golf Tournament opening ceremonies at Post 210. Although Saturday's opening ceremo...
Steve Brandy
Gun Shot Leads to Arrest in Danville
The Danville Police released this information: On July 31, 2026, at 9:53 a.m., officers with the Danville Police Department responded to the 100 block of Fairweight Avenue for a gunshot fired into the air after an argument over leaving the dumpster lid open. Upon arrival, officers spoke to witnesses and successfully ca...
Additional Arrest in Danville Homicide
The Danville Police issued an update on a homicide in the City of Danville. On July 26, 2026, at approximately 2:38 p.m., 18-year-old Nathan Gray Jr. of Danville turned himself in at the Public Safety Building. Gray had an outstanding Vermilion County warrant for his arrest with the charge of First-Degree Murder. The a...
Danville Labor Parade Set For September 7th
The City of Danville, East Central Illinois AFL-CIO, and East Central Illinois Building & Construction Trades Council are proud to announce their partnership to ensure the continuation of the Danville Labor Day Parade, a community tradition that has been celebrated for more than 90 years. As one of the largest Labo...
State Representative Carol Ammons and her husband Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons indicted on federal criminal charges
The U.S. Attorney's Office in Urbana has confirmed to WITY that Carol Ammons an d her husband AAron Ammons were indicted on federal criminal charges. We now have details from Hannah Meisel of Capitol News Illinois: State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, faces 10 counts of wire fraud, making a false statement to the FBI and...
Double Homicide Suspect Arrested by Danville Police
The Danville Police Department provided an update regarding the shooting that occurred on November 27, 2024, at approximately 2:45 p.m. in the 1900 block of E. Main Street. The shooting claimed the lives of 33-year-old Keith G. Stone of Danville and a 17-year-old juvenile. A third victim sustained injuries but has sinc...
Gun Shot Leads to Arrest in Danville
The Danville Police released this information: On July 31, 2026, at 9:53 a.m., officers with the Danville Police Department responded to the 100 block of Fairweight Avenue for a gunshot fired into the air after an argument over leaving the dumpster lid open. Upon arrival, officers spoke to witnesses and successfully ca...
Additional Arrest in Danville Homicide
The Danville Police issued an update on a homicide in the City of Danville. On July 26, 2026, at approximately 2:38 p.m., 18-year-old Nathan Gray Jr. of Danville turned himself in at the Public Safety Building. Gray had an outstanding Vermilion County warrant for his arrest with the charge of First-Degree Murder. The a...
Danville Labor Parade Set For September 7th
The City of Danville, East Central Illinois AFL-CIO, and East Central Illinois Building & Construction Trades Council are proud to announce their partnership to ensure the continuation of the Danville Labor Day Parade, a community tradition that has been celebrated for more than 90 years. As one of the largest Labo...
State Representative Carol Ammons and her husband Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons indicted on federal criminal charges
The U.S. Attorney's Office in Urbana has confirmed to WITY that Carol Ammons an d her husband AAron Ammons were indicted on federal criminal charges. We now have details from Hannah Meisel of Capitol News Illinois: State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, faces 10 counts of wire fraud, making a false statement to the FBI and...
Double Homicide Suspect Arrested by Danville Police
The Danville Police Department provided an update regarding the shooting that occurred on November 27, 2024, at approximately 2:45 p.m. in the 1900 block of E. Main Street. The shooting claimed the lives of 33-year-old Keith G. Stone of Danville and a 17-year-old juvenile. A third victim sustained injuries but has sinc...
By ROB LE CATES
rlecates@news-gazette.com
Bob Buhs continues his family's roughly 90-year agriculture legacy thanks to help from his brother, son-in-law and his grandchildren.
Though he didn’t thunder 'Give me liberty or give me death,' and didn’t pen inspiring words such as 'We hold these truths to be self-evident,' Haym Salomon's critical contributions made it possible for others to do so.
“Responding to the Visual: The Juxtaposition of Image and Text in Picture Books and Graphic Books” will take place from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Aug. 15 at Barnes & Noble, 65 E. Marketview Drive.
Alderman Shirese Hursey said she could not vote for the ordinance “in good conscience,” as she feared it may have negative “ripple effects” in regards to public safety.
A Champaign man has been found guilty of felon possession of a firearm after his arrest following a high-speed chase that led to the lockdown of an elementary school in 2024.
Bob Buhs continues his family's roughly 90-year agriculture legacy thanks to help from his brother, son-in-law and his grandchildren.
Though he didn’t thunder 'Give me liberty or give me death,' and didn’t pen inspiring words such as 'We hold these truths to be self-evident,' Haym Salomon's critical contributions made it possible for others to do so.
“Responding to the Visual: The Juxtaposition of Image and Text in Picture Books and Graphic Books” will take place from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Aug. 15 at Barnes & Noble, 65 E. Marketview Drive.
Alderman Shirese Hursey said she could not vote for the ordinance “in good conscience,” as she feared it may have negative “ripple effects” in regards to public safety.
A Champaign man has been found guilty of felon possession of a firearm after his arrest following a high-speed chase that led to the lockdown of an elementary school in 2024.
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026. Here are local news reports from 100, 50 and 15 years ago:
“Big social media companies have intentionally designed their platforms to keep kids online for as long as possible. Their algorithms learn what captures a child's attention, which most often seems to be anger and euphoria, and then the algorithm keeps feeding them more of it."
Superintendent Kenny Lee told The News-Gazette in a recent interview that the ask does not include a tax-rate increase.
With his funeral set for Wednesday, we invited friends and fans of the Danville-born, St. Joseph-raised artist to share a favorite memory.
A P-1 license would be issued to a retail business that makes no more than 30 percent of its annual gross revenues off packaged-liquor sales. Additionally, no more than 30 percent of the sales floor could be dedicated to packaged liquor.
The project to revitalize the University of Illinois' Altgeld Hall has reached its final phase, with workers moving indoors to renovate.
Your chance to register for golf outings put on by former Illini great David Williams and the Illini Rebounders.
A Ludlow man is facing charges after a hit and run crash south of Gibson City.
Most Illinois retailers will be required to accept cash payments beginning in 2028 under a bill Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed on Friday.
The sales tax holiday on school supplies is one of two tax relief initiatives in the fiscal year 2027 budget. Lawmakers also suspended the annual increase to the motor fuel tax until Jan. 1, which saves drivers about 1 cent per gallon.
“I was born and raised here, almost all 62 of my years now. To see what the town has grown to be and has to offer now ... it’s just very nice to see.”
The employee left to verify the bills with a supervisor, and the suspect fled the scene with the children.
To mark the season, the farm will host its annual Sunflower Celebration from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday.
Today is Monday, Aug. 3, 2026. Here are local news reports from 100, 50 and 15 years ago:
Interested in joining us? Email Editor Jeff D’Alessio at jdalessio@cimg.media.
No one was believed to be home at the time of the incident, Champaign Fire Department spokesman Randy Smith said.
Journey on a mid-summer road trip with this column. A few scenic viewpoints might even save you money.
My philosophy concerning a garden is the same as toward dessert — there’s always room for a little more.
The United States was born 250 years ago. The meaning of our birthday has been reflected in the many ways we celebrate it today.
After months of research, Carolyn Cloyd shares the story of Eastern Illinois' first Black athlete and the first Black combat fighter pilot in American military history to take down an enemy aircraft, who'll be honored later this month in Charleston.
OK, class, let’s strictly and preemptively discuss today’s topic — strict liability and preemption. Among headlines of recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings is the one where the court barred claimants from suing Monsanto for injuries claimants alleged to have suffered by chemicals not properly d…
Starrlee Rogers, owner of Sugar, Spice and Starlight, enjoys the idea of giving customers “new flavors to look forward to every week" with her rotating menu of cookie recipes.
Interview question No. 1: “Tell me about a mistake you made at work and what you learned from it.” Says Travis Givens: "I am not looking for perfection; I want to know whether someone can be honest, take responsibility and grow from an experience."
This week's panel: Smitha Vishveshwara, Rummana Alam, David Cooper, Karen Kramer, Lynford Goddard, Julie Cidell, Masooda Bashir, Trent Reed, Marni Boppart, Erica Mason, Zahra Mohaghegh and Becky Fuller.
DANVILLE — Danville Area Community College hosted a community block party on Wednesday in the school's parking lot to celebrate the start of t…
Family night at Laura Lee
DANVILLE — For months now, Danville City Council members have been debating changing the city treasurer position to an appointed one versus an…
The timeline has been moved up for the Indiana Recount Commission to weigh in on disputed ballots in the narrow Republican primary race betwee…
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