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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.
6-year-old creates lemonade stand in Ogden, supporting young cousin battling brain cancer
OGDEN, Ill. (WCIA) — For most 2-year-olds, this stage of life includes milestones such as learning how to talk and walk. But, Forest Chandler in St. Joseph has spent the last six months hooked up to machines in the hospital instead. “Forest is full of life, love, and joy,” Jessica Vire, his aunt, said. “He […]
Georgetown Fair Time: Sat July 6th through Sat July 13th
This coming Saturday, July 6th; the Georgetown Fair opens; scheduled to go a full week; through Saturday, July 13th. The Georgetown Fair’s Don Hackler recently joined Laura Williams on 1490 WDAN’s Community Connection. This will be the second year of an earlier Georgetown Fair, which used to be during the first week of August. Hackler says some adjustments were needed with the change, and they continue.
Zeke Tanoos signs with Danville Area Community College
WEST TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — West Vigo Basketball all-time leading scorer Zeke Tanoos signed his national letter of intent to play college basketball at Danville Area Community College. “Since I started playing basketball this was always what I said I wanted to play college basketball,” Tanoos says, “It feels so good to finally make […]
Danville Area Community College set to break graduation record
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Danville Area Community College is on track to break a big record. Officials say once summer classes wrap up, they’re expecting the highest graduation rate they’ve ever seen. Last year, only 38% of their full-time students graduated. DACC President Stephen Nacco said the last record was set in 2018, hitting a […]
Illinois Heatwave and Storms Could Threaten July 4th Celebrations
Central Illinois – A sweltering heatwave and multiple thunderstorms are forecasted to hit Central Illinois this week, potentially disrupting July 4th festivities. According to the US National Weather Service Central Illinois, temperatures are set to climb significantly by midweek, reaching highs between 85-94 degrees Fahrenheit. The oppressive heat will be accompanied by increased humidity and a series of thunderstorms.
Spartan football season starts in 60 days
Photo: PhotoNews Media/Clark Brooks St. Joseph-Ogden senior Justice Wertz carries the ball after a hand off from Logan Smith during his team's 2023 home opener against Monticello last fall. See more photos from this game here. ST. JOSEPH - Exactly two months from today, the Spartans' offensive backfield will feature several new faces in key positions. The team finished the past season 8-3 overall, in the Illini Prairie Conference, and will open on the road at Monticello on August 30. SJO's regular season schedule features just four home contests. Here is a look at the upcoming 2023-2024 schedule. 8/30 @ Monticello 7:00pm 9/6 • Tolono Unity 7:00pm 9/13 @ Prairie Central 7:00pm 9/20 @ Illinois Valley Central 7:00pm 9/27 • Carterville 7:00pm 10/4 @ Bloomington Central Catholic 7:00pm 10/11 • Pontiac 7:00pm 10/18 @ Rantoul 7:00pm 10/25 • Paxton-Buckley-Loda 7:00pm
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 […]
Benton Central's Tyler Klemme is Journal & Courier Small Schools Baseball Player of Year
OXFORD, Ind. — The opportunity to become a better baseball player was never too far off for Benton Central shortstop Tyler Klemme who grew up playing in the vast farm fields of Benton County. He only had to turn to his father Matthew whenever he needed someone to play...
Danville enjoys weekend full of boat races
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Danville enjoyed Sunday’s beautiful weather with boat races on the lake. It was the final day of “Thunder on the Vermilion.” Crowds gathered on land while boaters hit the water. Organizers with the Marine Racing Club of Illinois said the event is growing each year. This weekend, 15 drivers and nearly […]
Faraci to Host Senior Fraud Seminars
CHAMPAIGN – To help seniors learn how to protect themselves from scam artists and fraudulent businesses, State Senator Paul Faraci is hosting senior fraud seminars in partnership with the CRIS Healthy Aging Center of Vermilion and Champaign County. “With the threat of fraud on the rise, it becomes increasingly...
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....
Independence Day parade, commode races part of Oakwood festivities
OAKWOOD — Just like New York’s Coney Island is known for its hot dog eating contest on the Fourth of July, Oakwood has its Commode Races returning. The Commode Races are just like they sound. There’s a team of four, ages 13 and up, with one rider sitting on a commode and three pushers pushing the commode on a cart. They race about a block’s length to determine a winner. The winning team receives a golden toilet trophy award.
Oakwood Man, 32, Dies in Route 1 Crash in Edgar County
A 32 year old Oakwood man lost his life in a crash that occurred around 8:30 PM Thursday night (June 27th) on Route 1 in Edgar County, near 1375th Street. Shane Hughes was thrown from his vehicle, and pronounced deceased at the scene. The Illinois State Police report that Hughes...
Accident at Walnut and Madison Leads to Vehicle – Building Collision
FRIDAY, JUNE 28th, 7 PM- Danville Police report one minor injury, and state that the investigation continues, into an accident shortly before 6 PM Friday evening which resulted in a vehicle crashing into a business office on the southeast corner of Walnut and Madison, at 211 North Walnut. Witnesses stated...
Hoopeston Police Report 7/1/24
Traffic Accident H24-3485 Time: 7:47 pm Location: S Market St/E Main St Unit 1: 2006 Dodge Utility driven by Jesus R Avitia (M) (42) of Hoopeston Unit 2: 2018 Ford Utility driven by Cayla M Davis (F) (28) of Hoopeston Details: Unit 2 was traveling eastbound on E Main St through the intersection when Unit 1 struck the side of Unit 2. Mr. Avitia was identified as the driver and received citations for disobeying a traffic control device and operating uninsured vehicle and given notice to appear in Vermilion County traffic court then released from the scene.
Several Central IL pools face delays, closures; Urbana’s has no issues so far
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Several pools across Central Illinois have been facing closures or delays at the start of the swimming season. It includes at least five pools in the area such as Farmer City, Paxton, Danville, Gibson City, and Mattoon. The main issue revolves around different cities dealing with equipment failures. June has been […]
Area Martial Arts Instructor Convicted In “Sexting” A Minor
HILLSDALE — “My actions absolutely constitute a horrendous display of behavior.”. Mark Russel Shemwell, 45, appeared in the 1st Judicial Circuit Court Monday, June 24, for sentencing after pleading guilty to accosting a child for immoral purposes on Friday, May 17. Owning up to his wrongdoing, Shemwell said...
Benton receives feedback following flag bill proposals
97th District Democratic State Representative Harry Benton has received some feedback for his recent announcement of two bills that would ban flying the American flag upside down on government property. While there has been words of support, Benton said he has received a fair amount of negative responses, mostly from angry constituents.
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