Linda Bolton, host of WDAN's 'News Makers', talks about economic news in Vermilion County.
18th Annual Farm/City Gathering
by Linda Bolton,posted Aug 6 2012 6:58AM
August 23rd is the 18th annual Farm/City Gathering. This year’s event will be at the Laury Barn in Kennekuk County Park. Focus of this year’s gathering is the new Education Center that will be built in Kennekuk. Trolley rides start about 4; specialty crop vendors will be on hand with whatever crops they may have; food is served beginning at 5:30 and the awards will be presented at 6:15. Ken Konsis will provide a short program in the new center and all it will mean for the community. Trolley rides will start back up by 7. Come have fun. Tickets are $10.00 and available at Vermilion Advantage, 442-6201 or lbolton@vermilionadvantage.com.
Vermilion Advantage just wrapped up a great golf event last month. This is the only fundraiser the organization holds during the year. We were packed with golfers at the Danville Country Club. And we had happy winners: Overall Winners Net – Anderson Electric team of Bryan Allison, Wes Anderson, Chad Talbott and Richard Martinez; Overall Winners Gross –– Central States Distribution Service team of Joe Mollica, Bob Partin, Steve Enos, and Tyler Fox; Longest Drive Men – Richard Martinez; Longest Drive Women – Amy Eisenhauer; Longest Putt Men – Alex Thorlton; Longest Putt Women – Mollie Pletch; Closest to the Pin Men – Rob Ruch; Closest to the Pin Women – Debbie Toler; Skins – Central States team of Joe Mollica, Bob Partin, Steve Enos, and Tyler Fox; 50/50 – Mike Brown
Breaking News, Weather, school closings and now more options sent directly to your cell phone. It's FirstTxt Alerts. Sign Up or Modify Your Membership Today.
Local PSA
Local PSA
Local PSA
Submit Your Public Service Announcements
Send your non-profit group or organization announcements at least two weeks in advance via email to TomBarnes@neuhoffmedia.com, fax to (217) 431-1489, or mail it to Neuhoff Media, 1501 N. Washington, Danville, IL 61832.
VA Focus Groups
The VA Illiana Health Care System will be conducting focus groups for the Veterans who receive care in Danville, IL to tell the VA how they're doing in providing care and services. Focus groups will take place Wednesday May 22nd and Thursday May 23rd at various times throughout the day. Travel pay is not authorized for. A lunch or lunch coupon for later use will be given to everyone who participates. To sign up or receive more information, call 217-554-5270 or 217-554-5013.
All You Can Eat Noodles
All You Can Eat Made from Scratch Noodles with chicken or Beef. Dinner includes mashed potatoes, vegetables, desserts and coffee. Serving begins at 11am and runs until 5:30pm. Carry outs available and delivery made on large orders within the city until 4pm. Price $6. There will also be a dance featuring the HWY 341 band from Wallace Indiana playing from 6pm until 9pm. Dinner and dance will be $9. Dance along $6
Community Blood Drive at St James
St James United Methodist Church will sponsor a blood drive with Community Blood Services of Illinois on Tuesday May 28th from 3pm to 7pm. The drive will be at 504 North Vermilion Street in Danville.
Blood Drive May 28th
Saint James United Methodist Church is having a Blood Drive on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 from 3-7 pm at the church, 504 N Vermilion St, Danville, IL 61832. For information, call the church at 217-442-1504. Walk-ins are welcome. Seventeen is the minimum blood donor age in Illinois or age 16 with a signed parent’s permission slip (available at the church). Be sure to eat a hearty meal before you come and bring a photo ID or your Blood Donor’s card. It's simple. It's safe. And you could save up to three lives. Donors will get t-shirts for donating close to a holiday! See us on facebook or stjames-umc.com or email us at stjames@cooketech.net
Blood Drive at Diamond Brothers Insurance
Diamond Brothers Insurance will sponsor a blood drive with Community Blood Services of Illinois on Wednesday May 29th from 10am to 5pm. The Bloodmobile will be at 120 North Vermilion in Danville.
49th Annual Turtle Reunion Races
Knights of Columbus present the 49th annual Turtle Reunion Races on Saturday June 1st, 2013 from 12pm to 8pm at 310 Bryant Avenue in Danville, IL. There will be turtle races, food, and beverages, a 50/50 drawing, and fun for all. All proceeds will be donated to help those children with developmental disabilities. Any questions? call 217-260-1983
49th Annual Turtle Races
Saturday, June 1st from 12-8pm at the Knoghts of Columbus Hall, 310 Bryan Ave in Danville. There will be food & beverages, a 50/50 drawing and Turtle Races. All proceeds donated to help those children with developmental disabilities. Last year, $9,600 was raised and donated. For more information, please call Micheal Puhr at (217) 260-1983.
Smart Choice Food for May
The Rock Church in Danville is selling Smart Choice Food, including a variety of frozen meat for the price of $36, valued at over $80. Order dates are Thursday May 16th from 9:30am to 1:30pm, Saturday May 18th from 9am to 11am and Monday May 20th from 9:30am to 1:30pm(cash and link card only day). You may also order online, www.smartchoicefood.com. Pick up date for Smart Choice Food will be June 1st at 10am. For more information call 443-4559. You must come in person and pre-pay your order. Cash and link cards are accepted. Order dates/times & pickup will be at the Rock Church on 20 Poland Road here in Danville.
Potomac Commuinity Blood Drive
Potomac Community Naz Church & Middlefork UMC will sponsor a blood drive with Community Blood Services of Illinois on Sunday, June 2nd from 11am to 2pm. The Bloodmobile will be at 206 E. Sate in Potomac.
George Town- Ridge Farm Soccer Fundraiser
El Toro Mexican Restaurant is donating 20% of your bill to Georgetown- Ridge Farm High School Soccer Team. Donation day is Monday May 6th, 2013 from open to close. Restaurant is at 619 S. Gilbert St. in Danville. Flier must accompany order for donation to be applied.
Help Fight Hunger
Join us for Brand It Blue Day on June 8th to volunteer at the Danville Area Food Pantry. You'll even get a free shirt for volunteering! If you can't make it to volunteer, drop off non-perishable food from 7:30am to 5:30pm at the Express office located at 3607 N.Vermilion St. Ste.2 fron now until June 8th. For more information, call 217-703-4156 or visit www.expresspros.com/branditblue
E-Mail
Print
