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Danville City Council approves downtown revitalization plan
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The City of Danville is taking another step toward their ultimate goal of a new-look downtown. Danville City Council voted Tuesday night to approve a future downtown revitalization plan. The plan comes after a long eight-month data-collection process and a $75,000 state grant. It took a detailed view at infrastructure downtown, […]
Danville Aquatic Center opening for the season
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The City of Danville is set to unveil its new and improved aquatic center this weekend. The Aquatic Center at Garfield Park is opening for the season Saturday at 10 a.m. While some aspects of the aquatic center remain under construction, bathrooms, showers, lockers, three water slides, two diving boards and […]
Vermillion County Fair kicks off Saturday
VERMILLION COUNTY, Ind. (WTHI) - The Vermillion County Fair is kicking off Saturday, June 15. There will be several different events on Saturday, from an open swine show to a 4-H foods auction. On Sunday, there will be a parade at 7:30 p.m. starting at the Cayuga Fire Department. The...
Danville’s Friendly Town reopens to teach safety lessons to kids
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — After being closed from storm damage for about a year, Danville’s Friendly Town has reopened for kids to learn safety. Friendly Town is a week-long summer education course. After more than 50 years, the little town continues to benefit young kids, giving them some tools and experience on the road as […]
IDOT closes lane on Danville bridge over Vermilion River
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Drivers in Danville are advised to take into account a lane closure on Gilbert Street during their travels this week. The Illinois Department of Transportation is performing maintenance on the bridge carrying the road over the Vermilion River. On Monday, the bridge was reduced to one lane between Bluff Street and […]
Free carnival coming to downtown Danville in July
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Downtown Danville is hosting a free carnival on July 5 as part of their First Fridays series. The celebration will last from 5 – 8 p.m. City officials promise a zipline, rock wall, a mechanical bull, stilt walkers, and bounce houses. The Temple Plaza stage will also feature live music from […]
Vermilion Advantage moving to new building
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Vermilion Advantage announced they will now operate out of the First Financial Bank building. The new location is across the street from where they currently are. They have been in the municipality building for the last ten years. Vermilion Advantage’s President Mike Marron said the new space gives them room to […]
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