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What should have been a brief trip 74 years ago this month turned into a disaster-movie-scale nightmare. Think of it as “The Perfect Storm" meets the Donner Party.
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  Veterans Assistance Commission Looks to Improve Service
The chairwoman of the Vermilion County Veterans Assistance Commission is promising that office will improve services for veterans. Mickensy Ellis-White addressed members of the Vermilion County Board ...
 County Board Acts On Enterprise Zone and Solar Panel Agreements
Members of the County Board approved expanding an Enterprise Zone near the Vermilion Regional Airport during their meeting Tuesday evening. The board also approved a decommissioning agreement for a so...
 City of Danville Continues Work on Reorganizing Para-Transportation Services after CRIS Ceased Operations
Less than two weeks after CRIS Rural Transportation Services ceased operations, the City of Danville continues to aim for the goal of taking over to provide para-transportation services to those all o...
 Danville Hoping to Find Some Creative Solutions through Current Railroad Study
City of Danville personnel, before and after Tuesday (Jan 13th) evening's City Council Public Works Committee meeting, spoke of the current railroad crossing study being conducted; with a $400,000 Sta...
 Illinois WORKS Pre-Apprenticeship Program Celebrates 7th Cohort Graduation
THE FOLLOWING IS A DANVILLE AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE RELEASE DANVILLE - Danville Area Community College (DACC) celebrated the graduation of the 7th cohort of the Illinois WORKS Pre-Apprenticeship...
 Citation Issued for Failure to Reduce Speed after Vehicle Runs into Aqua Building at 322 North Gilbert
THE FOLLOWING IS A NEWS-GAZETTE ARTICLE FROM JENNIFER BAILEY; INFO FROM AQUA AND DANVILLE POLICE At roughly 8:17 AM Monday morning (Jan 12th), Danville Police say a Chevrolet Equinox heading we...
 County Board Set to Act on Enterprise Zone Expansion
THE FOLLOWING STORY IS BY BILL PICKETT ABOVE: Northwest corner of West Newell and Bowman (The News Gazette/Jennifer Bailey) Members of the Vermilion County Board are expected to vote Tue...
 Vermilion Co Indivisibles Protesters State Their Case Across from Vermilion County Courthouse
About a year after their initial "No Kings Rally" outside VA Illiana Health Care, the Vermilion County Indivisibles group called for a rally late Saturday afternoon in response to this past week's con...
 New Book Coincides with County's 200th Birthday
THE FOLLOWING IS BILL PICKETT'S REFLECTION ON HIS BROADCASTING CAREER As Vermilion County begins to celebrate its 200th birthday, a new book has been published covering some of the county's top...
 Vermilion County Sheriff Candidate Back on Ballot in Judicial Review Reversal
THE FOLLOWING IS A NEWS-GAZETTE ARTICLE BY JENNIFER BAILEY ABOVE: Vermilion County Sheriff candidate Hugh Sands talking outside the courtroom Friday, in the Rite B. Garman Vermilion County Cour...
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS COURTESY OF DANVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY Upcoming Events at Danville Public Library - January 18 - January 24, 2026 Pixels & Pages: Winter Reading Challenge! ...
 Vermilion Co Veterans Assistance Commission Continues to Make Changes for Future; Including Plans for New Location
ABOVE: Veterans Assistance Commission Thurs Jan 8th meeting in second floor conference room of Joseph G. Cannon Building. Mickensy Ellis-White (back to camera) was named Board Chair; State Rep Brandun...
 Danville Area Community College Awarded $592,984 CEJA Grant to Train Clean Energy Workforce
THE FOLLOWING IS A DANVILLE AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE RELEASE DANVILLE - Danville Area Community College has been awarded a $592,984 grant to serve as the Clean Jobs Workforce Network Program hub ...
 Conagra Shuffling Positions at Facility in Henning
THE FOLLOWING IS A NEWS-GAZETTE ARTICLE BY JENNIFER BAILEY ABOVE: Conagra's Full-Fill Industries plant in Henning will undergo 'reporting structure' employee changes, according to officials. Je...
 Vermilion County Indivisibles Calling for a "Peaceful, Nonviolent Action" Rally; 4:30 - 5:30 PM Sat Jan 10th at Vermilion and Main
The above is a file photo. The Vermilion County Indivisibles Group is calling for an "Ice Out for Good Rally;" Saturday, January 10th at Vermilion and Main Streets, on the sidewalk across from ...
 Vermilion County Conservation District Moonlight Owl Prowl Kennekuk County Park Sunday, February 1, 2026
THE FOLLOWING IS A VERMILION COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT RELEASE Danville, Illinois - Search for owls under a full moon at the Moonlight Owl Prowl on Sunday, February 1, 2026! It may be cold o...
 John and Kay Shaner Gift $500,000 to Name DACC Theater
THE FOLLOWING IS A DANVILLE AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE RELEASE DANVILLE - Danville Area Community College Foundation is proud to announce a generous gift of $500,000 from John and Kay Shaner to sec...
 Committee Forwards Proposed Enterprise Zone Expansion
A proposal to expand an Enterprise Zone near the Vermilion Regional Airport is being forwarded to the full county board for consideration. Bill Pickett has the story... But County Board member Mark St...
 Felon Found Guilty of Aggravated Battery to Bailiff Inside the Vermilion County Courthouse
THE FOLLOWING IS A VERMILION COUNTY STATE'S ATTORNEY'S OFFICE RELEASE People v. Lawrence Hancock 2023-CF-87 On January 7, 2026, a Vermilion County jury found Lawrence Hancock (DOB: 10/05...
 Danville Police Release Statement on Morning Dist 118 Phone Threat (Thurs Jan 8th)
THE FOLLOWING IS A DANVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT RELEASE The above is a file photo. January 8, 2026 Danville, IL - The Danville Police Department responded on January 8, 2026, to a report o...
Court Orders Hugh Sands To be On Primary Ballot- Rejects Legal Analysis by State's Attorney
Judge Starwalt ruled that Hugh Sands must be placed on the primary ballot for Sheriff. The Court ruled that Sands had filed the necessary paperwork required under the statutes. The law requires a statement that a candidate is qualified for the office but makes no reference to filing a certificate as argued by the State...
Jan 10, 2026
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CRIS MASS TRANSIT IS DISSOLVED RURAL TRANSIT AFFECTED
Recent news about rural travel may affect many. NEWS RELEASE Contact: Carol Timms, 217.841.2489 January 2, 2026 Effective January 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM CRIS Rural Mass Transit will no longer be offering rides in Vermilion, Ford and Iroquois Counties. It is with extreme sorrow we announce the dissolution of CRIS Rural Mass...
Jan 03, 2026
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Danville Fire Department Responds to Christmas Fire- One Rescued By Ladder- Five By Front Door
The Danville Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at a two-story single-family residence on Christmas Day at 520 Bryan Street. Engine 1 arrived first on scene and reported a two-story house with smoke and fire showing. Crews immediately initiated fire attack operations and simultaneously began rescue ...
Dec 26, 2025
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U of I Extension Master Gardener Program recognizes Danville Community Members
The banquet honored individuals and organizations whose ongoing support, collaboration and dedication help Master Gardeners extend research-based horticulture education and community gardening efforts throughout Vermilion County. "These community partners are essential to the success of our Master Gardener program...
Dec 18, 2025
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Weather Related Closings, Cancellations, Delays, and Adjustments for Tuesday 12/16/25 (UPDATED 12/15/25 AT 11:15 P.M. CST)
Weather Related Closings, Cancellations, Delays, and Adjustments for Tuesday December 16, 2025 (UPDATED 12/15/25 AT 11:15 P.M. CST): SCHOOLS: North Central Parke Community School Corp.--2 Hour Delay North Vermillion School Corp.--2 Hour Delay South Vermillion-Synchronous Learning Day Southwest Parke Schools--2 Hour Del...
Dec 16, 2025
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 What should have been a brief trip 74 years ago this month turned into a disaster-movie-scale nightmare. Think of it as “The Perfect Storm" meets the Donner Party. 
Tilton veteran David Levite said the ice had built up in his roof eave and took the fascia all off the north side of his home. 
In the two years since UI students took a vote saying they'd be willing to pay more in student fees to see the Ice Arena renovated, it may not appear much has changed. But behind the scenes, progress keeps on rolling. k. 
Eric Crowley, Mahomet's public works superintendent, said that vehicles parked on the street impeded snow removal during storms in November and December, with staff unable to clear at least six different streets “in a timely fashion." 
After her first year, Natalie Moore knew what it took to earn the Fisher fair queen's crown — and in her second run she nailed it. MultimediaThe LatestWhat should have been a brief trip 74 years ago this month turned into a disaster-movie-scale nightmare. Think of it as “The Perfect Storm" meets the Donner Party.
In the two years since UI students took a vote saying they'd be willing to pay more in student fees to see the Ice Arena renovated, it may not appear much has changed. But behind the scenes, progress keeps on rolling. k.
Eric Crowley, Mahomet's public works superintendent, said that vehicles parked on the street impeded snow removal during storms in November and December, with staff unable to clear at least six different streets “in a timely fashion."
After her first year, Natalie Moore knew what it took to earn the Fisher fair queen's crown — and in her second run she nailed it. Today is Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026. Here are local news reports from 50 and 15 years ago: 
In addition to her writing role, Urbana High's Ruby Pittenger is a natural on radio, too. Read what our lineup of guests had to say on Tuesday's sixth episode of News-Gazette Radio. Calling in: Urbana native Erika Harold, Mahomet native Brett Melton and UI Chemistry Professor Jeff Moore, along with in-house experts Jana Wiersema (on local business), Rob Le Cates (agriculture) and Zach Piatt (Unity-Tuscola). 
Other area restaurants to be by ABR include Buford’s Pub in Sadorus, Korner Beehive in Villa Grove (prior to its September 2024 closure), Yoder’s Kitchen in Arthur and Gilbert Street Cafe in Danville. With the search for Tim Killeen’s successor set to commence any week now, Editor Jeff D'Alessio asked 72 faculty members across campus what they’d most like to see in the University of Illinois System’s next president. Have something you've been wanting to ask Michelle Jett and Sanford Hess, the two Democrats vying to be Champaign County's next executive? Email them to jdalessio@news-gazette.com. 
Illinois Supreme Court Justice Mary Jane Theis announced she will retire from the state’s high court later this month. 
“The author of this tragedy, however, is neither Mary nor her stepchildren, regardless of how they have disparaged each other over the past decade. Rather, it is John who put this saga into motion and brought about its conclusion.” 
Arcola's Kelsey Moore is no stranger to pageantry having earned six titles so far — now she sets her sights on the state crown. 
Read what our lineup of guests had to say on Monday's fifth episode of News-Gazette Radio. Calling in: state Sen. Chapin Rose, MLK Community Celebration honoree Stephanie Cockrell and former Illini T.J. Wheeler, plus in-house experts Jana Wiersema (with restaurant news) and Matt Daniels (on two ranked UI basketball teams). 
According to the Danville Police Department, police responded at about 8:17 a.m. to the Aqua Illinois office building, 322 N. Gilbert St., for a report that a vehicle had struck the building. The board of health's agenda for Wednesday includes a closed session, followed by a vote to appoint deputy administrator Dr. Mamadou Tounkara as Pryde’s successor. 
Champaign County Crime Stoppers is asking for the public's help identifying a suspect in multiple burglaries to motor vehicles. The village still has its eye on bringing pickleball to 13 Acres Park, with four courts planned for an initial phase, as well as parking and drainage improvements. If it involves the Virginia Theatre, the Champaign-Urbana native Mitch Marlow is likely associated with it, too. Today is Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. Here are local news reports from 15 years ago: 
Underwood: 'The start was huge. We did what we had to do on the road.' 
When you seek medical attention for your vomiting pet, your veterinarian may explore causes ranging from infectious diseases to toxic exposure to mechanical obstructions. But what if it turns out to be “none of the above”? Bilious vomiting syndrome, a condition generally diagnosed by exclusi… 
One of the girls gave me a tube of lotion guaranteed to reduce neck wrinkles in 14 days. “Thanks,” I said, “but it took me decades to develop these wrinkles. They’re not going away in two weeks.” America’s interest in Hawaiian culture began during the last two decades of the 19th century and reached its peak during the Great Depression. Some scholars, including John Troutman, have suggested Hawaiian music performances during the 1930s provided the country with temporary escapes from the daily economic uncertainties of the Depression. With skyrocketing costs of living, one of those rockets are utility bills. Can landlords in Illinois make their tenants pay the utility charges incurred on the premises that are leased to the tenants? Callie McFarland said that running Monticello Mercantile keeps her “in the trenches” alongside other small businesses and provides “perspective” for her role as the city's director of community development. Sharing their towns' top priority in 2026 in Part 1 of an areawide miniseries: leaders in Arcola, Farmer City, Fisher, Gifford, Monticello, Rantoul, Sadorus, Savoy, Tilton, Tuscola and Westville. His No. 40 jersey hangs from arena rafters. 
Today in Illinois, we have very few native conifers; the fact that these cones can only be found where humans have planted their host trees adds to their exotic allure. However, there was a time when pines, spruces and other cone-bearing species were native to our state, composing the primary forest cover. Ethel & Maud Luncheon: The January edition is set for Jan. 17 at City View on the fourth floor of the Illinois Terminal For 20 years, the men of the American Legion William F. Earnest Post 559 Color Guard have been showing up for their community. 
Once appointed, the new alderperson will represent Ward 4 until the 2027 general election. Today is Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026. Here are local news reports from 15 years ago: 
Today, the gym at Centennial High School will be transformed into a mattress showroom for a one-of-kind fundraiser. 
In a reversal judicial review, Judge Lindsay Starwalt ruled that Sands can return to this year's election ballot. Saying goodbye to (what we think is) the last roadside Hen House restaurant …a new urgent-care clinic in a familiar location … a list of what’s open at the Tuscola outlet mall … and how some postal service changes may make you reconsider taking your tax return to the P.O. at 11:55 p.m. on April 15. A broad coalition of groups across the country is calling for a coordinated ICE Out For Good Weekend of Action on Saturday and Sunday to demand accountability, honor the life lost and make visible the human cost of ICE’s actions. 
For many bartenders, a $2 bill in a tip might be a rare novelty. For KELLY BREEDLOVE at the Powerhouse Pub in DeWitt, it’s a daily treasure. Each week, we'll run details of permits for all new single-family and multi-family residences — as well as commercial and industrial work and residential remodeling costing over $25,000 — in Champaign, Mahomet, Rantoul, Savoy and Urbana. 
Each week, courts-beat reporter Luke Taylor will assemble a bulletin of local criminal activity reported by C-U police. 
Amid warnings of impending energy shortages, Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Thursday signed a wide-ranging energy reform package into law aimed at bolstering the state’s power grids after years of negotiations. 
Recalling parallels to aggressive federal immigration enforcement tactics in the Chicago region last fall, top Illinois Democrats called for Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s ouster after a federal immigration agent fatally shot a woman under questionable circumstances in Minneapolis on Wednesday. 
A federal judge on Thursday registered worry over this week’s fatal shooting in Minneapolis by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent as she asked for more time in deciding whether to dismiss a lawsuit over federal agents’ use-of-force tactics against protesters in Chicago and surrounding areas. President Donald Trump’s and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency disbanded less than a year into Trump’s second term and appeared to have caused more chaos than actual savings to the federal government. University of Illinois System President Tim Killeen announced Thursday he'd be stepping down from the role at the end of his current contract but, he said, there's still plenty of work to be done before then. 
The State Board of Elections ruled Thursday that Danos’ voter signature petitions fell short of the 5,000 signatures necessary to quality for a ballot spot. |
 
SPRINGFIELD — Illinois Supreme Court Justice Mary Jane Theis announced she will retire from the state’s high court later this month. 
Hundreds of Indiana township governments could be forced into consolidation under a renewed attempt in the Legislature for streamlining the 1,… DANVILLE — Multiple anti-ICE protests were held this past weekend, including one in Danville organized by Indivisibles Vermilion County. |
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