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Vermilion Co. Sheriff’s Dept. searching Rankin for missing man
RANKIN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Vermilion County Sheriff’s Office is actively looking for a man who has been missing since last week. Captain Michael Hartshorn of the Vermilion County Sheriff’s Department said Frank Lucas was last seen by his family on Monday, July 8, and they reported him missing three days later. The search so […]
New pollinator garden blooms at Danville Public Library
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The Danville Public Library is home to a new pollinator garden that officials said is already thriving. Officials with the University of Illinois Office of Extension and Outreach said the garden is the result of extensive planning and work that started three years ago. Although the area was landscaped, it was […]
Balloons Over Vermilion Puts Them in the Air
In taking one more look at this past weekend’s Balloons Over Vermilion at Vermilion Regional Airport: it was really a perfect Saturday; from the balloons that woke Vermilion County up with their morning flight, to the balloons that took off shortly after dinnertime, to the traditional glow. Danville Area Convention and Visitors’ Bureau CEO Jeanie Cook said it’s always wonderful to just sit back and take it all in.
Central Illinois Balloon Wonder: Skies Over Vermilion County Light Up This Evening
Danville, IL – The skies over Lake Vermilion will be filled with vibrant colors this weekend as hot air balloons take flight for the annual Balloons Over Vermilion event. Day two of the festivities kicked off Friday, promising an exciting array of activities and breathtaking balloon displays. The event...
WATCH: Elusive emu makes it back home after 2 years on the run
HENNING, Ill. (WCIA) – After almost two years on the run, the infamous Central Illinois emu has been caught and is back home. The emu was part of a mob of emus that escaped in late July of 2022 after someone intentionally opened the gates at the farm to let both cows and emus escape. […]
‘It’s really dangerous,’: Vermilion Co. village calls on IDOT to fix highway issue
INDIANOLA, Ill. (WCIA) — Heavy rains earlier this week have made driving difficult for some and almost impossible for others in Indianola. Residents say it has made a portion of a state highway unusable and want something done about it. “It’s really dangerous, and it needs to be dealt with,” said Village Trustee Candace St. […]
New pollinator garden blooms at Danville Public Library
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The Danville Public Library is home to a new pollinator garden that officials said is already thriving. Officials with the University of Illinois Office of Extension and Outreach said the garden is the result of extensive planning and work that started three years ago. Although the area was landscaped, it was […]
Summer Events Offer Preview of Expanded Offerings from OSF Care-a-van
Mobile health unit continues to bring quality care to Vermilion County residents who can’t get to a health care facility. (July 9, 2024 | Danville, Illinois) – Two years after the launch of the OSF Care-a-van, a mobile health unit serving Vermilion County, Illinois, OSF HealthCare continues to bring quality care and guidance to people who can’t get to a health care facility. A pair of upcoming community events will serve as a preview of plans to offer more services from the Care-a-van in the near future.
WATCH: Elusive emu makes it back home after 2 years on the run
HENNING, Ill. (WCIA) – After almost two years on the run, the infamous Central Illinois emu has been caught and is back home. The emu was part of a mob of emus that escaped in late July of 2022 after someone intentionally opened the gates at the farm to let both cows and emus escape. […]
Some Vermilion County buildings getting overdue upgrades
VERMILION COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Vermilion County is moving forward with a $7.5 million plan. The animal shelter, the Cannon Building and the courthouse are just a few of the buildings that are set to get improvements. “I think it’s something that we can all agree is in the interest of the public and needs […]
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