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Harmon – Woodlawn Intersection Begins One-Month Closure on Monday, June 23rd

1 week ago | vermilioncountyfirst.com | Steve Brandy

THE FOLLOWING IS A CITY OF DANVILLE RELEASEThe City of Danville would like to announce the complete closure of the intersection of Harmon Street and Woodlawn Avenue. The closure will allow local traffic only on Woodlawn Avenue from Chandler Street to Robinson Street. The closure will begin Monday, June 23, 2025 for the construction of storm sewer improvements. It is anticipated that the streets will reopen to through traffic approximately one month from the start of the closure.
Schweizer Joins Lawsuit Challenging Democrats’ Unconstitutional Bill Passage Process

1 week ago | vermilioncountyfirst.com | Steve Brandy

THE FOLLOWING RELEASE IS FROM STATE REP BRANDUN SCHWEIZER’S OFFICEDANVILLE, IL… State Representative Brandun Schweizer (R-Danville) joined a bi-cameral lawsuit with Republican colleagues seeking to enforce the Illinois Constitution’s Three Reading requirement regarding the passage of SB 328.
Sports Media Camp at DACC’s College for Kids Once Again Brings Students with Ambitious, Curious Futures

1 week ago | vermilioncountyfirst.com | Steve Brandy

ABOVE: Former U of I public address announcer Jim Sheppard chats with Sports Media Camp students and instructor RJ Crace during an afternoon session at Danville Area Community College. It was 30 years ago next year that former WDAN – D103 – K-Rock General Manager Mike Hulvey put together the kind of sports media camp that he would have loved to have during his days growing up as a prospective sports announcer. And three decades later, the tradition continues.
County Demolition Program Designed for Qualifying Projects to be Split 50/50 Between County and Village/City/Township

1 week ago | vermilioncountyfirst.com | Steve Brandy

A press release from earlier this week announced Vermilion Advantage and Vermilion County joining forces for a demolition program; designed to help cities, villages, and townships get rid of unwanted structures. Vermilion Advantage will be managing the program through the Vermilion County Trustee program. Vermilion County Trustee Director Mike Levin says a total of $400,000 has been set aside for this program when it comes to the county’s contributions.
Danville City Hall Closed for Remainder of Day (Fri June 20th)

1 week ago | vermilioncountyfirst.com | Steve Brandy

THE FOLLOWING IS A CITY OF DANVILLE RELEASE Due to HVAC failures the temperatures in City Hall are reaching to dangerous levels. City Hall will be closing at 10:30 a.m. and will be closed for the remainder of today, June 20, 2025. All other city functions will operate as normal.
Illinois Payroll Jobs Hold Steady, Unemployment Rate Unchanged in May

1 week ago | vermilioncountyfirst.com | Steve Brandy

THE FOLLOWING IS AN ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY RELEASESPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today nonfarm payrolls were nearly unchanged over-the-month, up +100 (0.0%) to 6,166,100 in May. Additionally, the April monthly change in payrolls was revised from the preliminary report, from +4,100 to -2,400.
The Danville Police Department begins Fourth of July traffic safety campaign

1 week ago | vermilioncountyfirst.com | Steve Brandy

• Give your designated driver your keys before you go out. • If you are impaired by alcohol, cannabis, or any other drug, call a taxi, take mass transit, use a ride-sharing service, or call a sober friend or family member to get you home safely. • Use your community’s designated driver program (Insert your local program contact information if applicable). • Promptly report impaired drivers to law enforcement by pulling over and dialing 911. • Make sure everyone in your vehicle wears their seat belt.
Successful Juneteenth Celebration Comes to Carver Park

1 week ago | vermilioncountyfirst.com | Steve Brandy

Photos and interviews by Gary HacklerThe movement of this year’s Juneteenth celebration to Carver Park proved a solid success during Thursday afternoon’s family activities. And Chris Hightower, the co-founder of the Juneteenth Celebration Committee, credited young people, Jahviah Williams and her cousin Jaivion Smith, for really spurring things on this year.
Red Cross Issues Advice to Stay Safe During Extreme Heat

1 week ago | vermilioncountyfirst.com | Steve Brandy

THE FOLLOWING IS AN AMERICAN RED CROSS RELEASEHeat can be dangerous for anyone. Stay hydrated, stay cool and stay connected. June 19, 2025 — Experts are warning that dangerously high temperatures are expected across the region. The American Red Cross urges everyone to take three critical actions to stay safe:⦁ Stay hydrated by drinking a cup of water every hour, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Avoid sugary, caffeinated and alcoholic drinks. ⦁ Stay cool by spending time in air-conditioned places.
Danville Public Library Releases Latest Events Schedule

1 week ago | vermilioncountyfirst.com | Steve Brandy

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS COURTESY OF DANVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY Upcoming events at Danville Public Library – June 29 – July 5, 2025 ***Level Up at Your Library: Summer Reading Programs. Calling readers of all ages! Log your reading on Beanstack from June 9 to July 19 and earn amazing prizes along the way.