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BOV Announces Change of Venue and Change of Month
11/24/2025

BOV Announces Change of Venue and Change of Month

Carlton also mentioned the possibility of having Kennekuk attractions like the Bunker Hill Historic Area open during BOV.  Carly Goodwin told Tommy B that anything you remember as part of BOV at the airport are indeed planned to be at Kennekuk.

Updated Police Release: Investigation Continues, No Foul Play Suspected at this Time
11/24/2025

Updated Police Release: Investigation Continues, No Foul Play Suspected at this Time

Identified has been identified as Stephen R. Petmecky of Rantoul, Illinois. His mother and family have been notified.

Have a Safe and Healthy Thanksgiving !!
11/24/2025

Have a Safe and Healthy Thanksgiving !!

For safe turkey preparation, the first step is to safely thaw the bird. When turkey begins to thaw, any germs or bacteria that may have been present before freezing can begin to grow again. This is why food safety experts recommend thawing turkeys in the refrigerator.

Library Leads Team Effort; Collection Event at DACC's Lincoln Hall Dec 4th
11/24/2025

Library Leads Team Effort; Collection Event at DACC's Lincoln Hall Dec 4th

Another event will be on December 4th- from 8am to 4pm, when all students and staff members of DACC have been invited to donate these same type of clothing items.   Volunteers from local groups will have a collection box at Lincoln Hall of DACC's Danville campus all day long on the 4th. 

There's a new date, and a new location for Balloons Over Vermilion in 2026. Event Co-Chairs Carly Goodwin & Dean Carlto...
11/24/2025

There's a new date, and a new location for Balloons Over Vermilion in 2026. Event Co-Chairs Carly Goodwin & Dean Carlton stopped by Tommy B's Big Show to talk about an earlier date of June 5-6, 2026 ... and the new location at Kennekuk County Park. It's going to be an exciting weekend as plans for the 10th annual Balloons Over Vermilion are underway.

There's a new date, and a new location for Balloons Over Vermilion in 2026. Event Co-Chairs Carley Goodwin & Dean Carlton stopped by Tommy B's Big Show to talk about an earlier date of June 5-6, 2026 ... and the new location at Kennekuk County Park. It's going to be an exciting weekend as plans for....

BOV Update Article by the News-Gazette's Jennifer Bailey
11/24/2025

BOV Update Article by the News-Gazette's Jennifer Bailey

The event will be June 5-6, instead of normally in July, at a new location — Kennekuk County Park instead of the Vermilion Regional Airport.

Will Debut at New Location June 5th & 6th, 2026
11/24/2025

Will Debut at New Location June 5th & 6th, 2026

“We are thrilled to welcome Balloons Over Vermilion to Kennekuk County Park for 2026 and beyond,” added Jamie Pasquale, Director of the Vermilion County Conservation District. “The timing is perfect for thousands of guests to explore Vermilion County’s natural beauty and the Bunker Hill Hist...

Located in the 200 Block of South Chicago Street
11/24/2025

Located in the 200 Block of South Chicago Street

Reagan Walder, who built the box located along Route 1 in the 200 block of South Chicago Street, at Park Place and Route 1 which is a block south of Casey’s, said it all started with a social media post from Rylee Glass and Zaina Johnson.

A Special Family Reunion Story; at that Family Reunion Time of Year
11/24/2025

A Special Family Reunion Story; at that Family Reunion Time of Year

Watson said their reunions include 104 family members, with another little one on the way. This doesn’t include outside cousins and even more extended family, she said.

Danville Police & Coroner's Office Continue to Investigate
11/21/2025

Danville Police & Coroner's Office Continue to Investigate

Identified has been identified as Stephen R. Petmecky of Rantoul, Illinois. His mother and family have been notified.

Public Library Events for Nov 30th - Dec 6th
11/21/2025

Public Library Events for Nov 30th - Dec 6th

INCLUDING - December 6: Lit Fit with Mandy. Join us Saturdays for a dance fitness series that’s as fun as your favorite book. All fitness levels welcome – just bring your water bottle and wear clothes that can handle your best moves! 2:30 – 3:30 PM in the Howard Rutan Meeting Room.

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