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Bresee Tower Demolition Agreement Closer
DANVILLE — After six months of efforts, progress is finally being seen toward a intergovernmental agreement between Danville and Vermilion County regarding the demolition of downtown’s Bresee Tower and the former county courthouse annex. The city finally had a meeting assistant state’s attorneys representing the county a couple...
Plaza construction to start in July
Jul. 1—CHAMPAIGN — City officials have rearranged the construction schedule for Phase 1 of the Neil Street Plaza project in hopes of addressing concerns from local businesses. The Champaign City Council will vote on two agreements related to Phase 1 of the project at their 7 p.m. meeting Tuesday: an approximately $3.26 million construction contract with A&R Mechanical Services and a $298,500 ...
Fourth of July Celebrations throughout East Central Illinois
Get ready for an explosive celebration on Monday, July 3rd, and Tuesday, July 4th. Here’s a rundown of the exciting events taking place:. The Village of Fisher will have fireworks on July 3rd at dusk by the fairgrounds. There will be food trucks from 5-8pm. Food vendors will be available.
City of Champaign announces appointment of new Public Works Director
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - Champaign City Manager Dorothy Ann David has appointed Terry Lusby, Jr. to serve as the City’s next Public Works Director. Lusby starts August 12. He has more than 16 years of experience in public works and construction management positions in both the public and private sectors. He has overseen public services such as water supply and distribution systems, sewer collection systems, streets, traffic control systems, fleet services, building and grounds maintenance, engineering, contract management, and customer service.
Freedom Fridays return to Rantoul this month
RANTOUL, Ill. (WCIA) — Freedom Fridays are back in the Village of Rantoul. Downtown Rantoul will host the weekly event from 6 to 9 p.m. every Friday in July. There will be a fun zone for kids, including bounce houses, games and balloon animals. For the adults, there will be a bags tournament with a […]
Urbana alderman decides against running for mayor
Jul. 3—URBANA — On second thought, James Quisenberry will not enter the 2025 race for Urbana mayor, leaving DeShawn Williams as the only candidate currently campaigning for the office being vacated by Diane Marlin next year. "I'm at a place where I could retire in the next couple of years, and I just realized I wasn't ready to sign up for a new full-time job and a four-year commitment," ...
Urbana considering applying for $1.2M Hope Village grant, eyeing 2026 opening
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — At Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting in Urbana, the city will be getting ready to take a big step and potentially fill a funding gap to construct Hope Village. It will be a supportive housing community on South Federal Drive in Urbana. “The construction costs today stand at about […]
Preparations Set for Friday, July 5th “First Fridays” Downtown Carnival in Danville
Danville, June 25, 2024 – Join us on July 5th as Downtown Danville will transform into a carnival wonderland. First Fridays promises an evening of excitement and festivity at the Downtown Carnival. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or a foodie, there’s something for everyone to enjoy along this vibrant strip.
City of Danville Announces Road Closures around Northeast Elementary & Kenneth D Bailey Academy
The City of Danville would like to announce a Contractor request for a roadway closure for water main service connection for the Northeast Elementary Magnet School construction project. Beginning at 7:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 3, 2024, there will be a complete roadway closure on. Lorraine Street south of English Street.
Gifford shuts off water tower for paint job project
GIFFORD, Ill. (WCIA) — One Central Illinois community will be limited on its water supply. The Village of Gifford drained their water tower to start painting. They’ll be working on the lower half for about two weeks. Village President Adam Pannbacker said they shouldn’t run into any issues, but if they do, they’ve already set […]
Construction on Urbana's $25 million-plus sixth-grade center to start soon
Jul. 2—URBANA — Construction starts this month to transform the building that was once Wiley Elementary into a new Urbana Middle School Sixth Grade Center to be completed by the 2025-26 school year. Last week, the school board approved a bid from the English Brothers Company to complete the project for over $25 million. Board President Paul Poulosky voted in favor of creating the sixth-grade ...
WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Jul. 04 – Jul. 07
Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Adelyn Mui talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. Audiofeed Music Festival at Champaign County Fairgrounds in Urbana. Date & Time: Starts Thursday July 4th, runs through...
Two road closures to begin by Danville schools on Wednesday
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Road closures will begin by two Danville schools on Wednesday morning while the City attends to a pair of water main lines. Construction will begin at 7 a.m. and will last through 4 p.m. Friday for both projects. One will take on Lorraine Street, south of English Street, by Northeast Elementary […]
Georgetown-Ridge Farm Band to March in Champaign County Freedom Celebration Parade
GEORGETOWN — When Paige Smith became the Georgetown-Ridge Farm school district’s band director a few years ago, her goals included increasing the marching band numbers and once again traveling to area parades and events. “We haven’t because we’ve been so small,” Smith said of the travel aspect....
Vermilion County Fair looks to the future as 2024 fun wraps up
OAKWOOD, Ill. (WCIA) — In Vermilion County, Sunday was the final day to enjoy a funnel cake, get on some rides, and relax with the cool breeze. Justin Richison, Board President of the Vermilion County Fair, said this year they made prices reasonable. People paid $10 dollars for unlimited rides and could stay as long […]
Alyssa Sweeten Sworn in as City of Danville’s New Comptroller
ABOVE: Alyssa Sweeten is sworn in by Mayor Rickey Williams, Jr as Danville’s new Comptroller. Southern Illinois University graduate Alyssa Sweeten has been a resident of Danville since 2006. And after years of putting her Finance, Management and now Accounting degrees to work for Walgreens, she will now be taking over for the departing Ashlyn Massey as the City of Danville’s new comptroller. After being sworn in by Mayor Rickey Williams, Jr at the start of Tuesday evening’s (July 2nd) City Council meeting, Sweeten said working for the city seemed like a logical step to take.
Senior fraud seminars to be held in Danville, Champaign
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The CRIS Healthy Aging Center of Vermilion and Champaign County is teaming up with State Senator Paul Faraci (D-Champaign) to teach seniors how to shield themselves from scam artists. The senior fraud seminars will be held on July 15 at both the Danville and Champaign CRIS Healthy Aging Centers. The Danville […]
Carle Health Celebrated In First-Ever U.S. News ‘Best Regional Hospital For Equitable Access’ List
Recognized as one of two awarded in the state and the only facility recognized in downstate Illinois. Urbana, Ill. — Carle Health’s commitment to offering access to high-quality health innovations for all the communities we serve is now recognized by U.S. News & World Reports. The Carle Foundation Hospital is one of just two hospitals in the state of Illinois named on the inaugural ‘Best Regional Hospital for Equitable Access’ list by the consumer insights rating publication. The list identifies the top organizations making a considerable impact in achieving exceptional health outcomes among underserved communities.
‘Mobile DMV’ coming to Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — A “mobile DMV” will soon be rolling up to the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District to assist with all your ID needs. The Illinois Secretary of State Mobile DMV will arrive on July 12. It will be at the location on 201 West Kenyon Road in Champaign from 10 a.m. to noon. […]
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