A major donation from the Hoopeston Area Healthcare Foundation is going to help Danville Area Community College open a new extension site in Hoopeston. DACC President Alice Jacobs has received a $206-thousand dollar check from the Hoopeston Area Healthcare Foundation to boost the project….
Kevin Moore, President of the Hoopeston Area Healthcare Foundation, says $50-thousand dollars will go toward the new Hoopeston DACC extension site. The rest will go toward scholarships….
President Jacobs says the new Danville Area Community College extension center will save on transportation expenses for students who have been driving to classes in Danville. The new DACC Hoopeston extension site is expected to open in the fall of next year.
[Danville Area Community College is looking to move into some existing office space to house its new Hoopeston Extension Center. Classes are expected to begin at the start of the
2013-2014 school year.]
The Danville Dans play a Double-Header against Quincy tonight at 6:00pm from Danville Stadium. Listen to coverage online. Click for details.
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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.
Survivor Georgetown: Deep Sea Exploration at Mary Miller Junior High
Students will create tribes and develop teamwork and leadership skills as they ''travel'' the oceans of the world June 3rd through 27th, Monday through Thursday, 9am until 12pm. Students that meet the attendance requirement will be able to attend field trips to Forest Glen, Lafayette Water Park and the Shedd Aquarium. Space is limited, so enrollment forms should be submitted ASAP to reserve a spot. SURVIVOR Enrollment Forms can be obtained & submitted to Mary Miller Junior High School or Ridge Farm Elementary School. This is a free program for Mary Miller Junior High students and Ridge Farm Elementary 5th graders. Free transportation, breakfast and a snack will be provided. Call (217) 822-2580 or email kdavid@vcprojectsuccess.org for more information.
Armstrong Archery Advertisements
Armstrong Archery is hosting the Cupid Classic Archery Tournament in Armstrong. T-shirt advertisers will have their names listed on the back of t-shirts worn by the archery team as they travel to the World Tournament. Advertisements will also be displayed on the wall at the Cupid Classic. T-shirt ads are $150 & must be returned by June 15th, and Sign Ads are $50 for a 24" x 18" or $100 for a 36" x 24" & must be returned by June 27th. Send checks & information including advertisers name to appear on an ad, advertisers address & phone number to PO Box 20, Potomac, IL 61865.
Free Toilet Training Workshop
The Autism Program of Illinois is hosting a free toilet training workshop for individuals with special needs and their parents and professionals. It will provide strategies for developing a toilet training program for home or school settings. RSVP required by June 21st. To register, email skrein@thehopeinstitute.us or call 217-306-6751 with your name, email address and phone number. Indicate if you are registering for Urbana or Danville workshop. For more information, check out Puzzled Minds Vermilion County on Facebook or call 840-5627.
Blood Drive in Vermilion County
Central Illinois Bank in Danville will sponsor a blood drive with Community Blood Services of Illinois on Saturday, June 22nd from 9:30am to 12:30pm. The Bloodmobile will be at 2490 N Vermilion in Danville.
Wild Horse and Burro Adoption
Join on June 21st-22nd at the Ewing Wild Horse Facility for a Friday preview from 2 to 7pm and a Saturday adoption from 8am to 5pm. Adoption is first come, first served. Adoption Center is located at 22295 Sheep Farm Road, Ewing, IL 62836. For more information call 866-468-7826.
Fight Like A Girl Event for Lori Ostendorf
Fight Like a Girl at an event to benefit Lori Ostendorf. Lori has been diagnosed with brain and lung cancer. She's gone through intense radiation, is currently undergoing chemotherapy, is still trying to work as a letter carrier, and maintain a home for her son, despite all she's enduring. She is out of sick leave, and all proceeds from this benefit will be used to cover living and medical expenses. Benefit is Sunday June 23rd from 3 to 8pm at Sarge's Tap at 409 E. Main in Danville. There will be a silent & live auction, food, a 50/50 raffle, a bakesale and a dj. For more information or to make donations, call 217-474-6557.
Taste of Champaign-Urbana seeks Volunteers
Be a part of the Taste of Champaign-Urbana. Champaign Park District is seeking volunteers for the 43rd annual taste of C-U. This food and arts festival is taking place June 21st to 23rd at West Side Park in Champaign. The taste of C-U is the biggest fundraister for the Park District's Youth Scholarship Fund which provides opportunities for youth unable to participate in recreation programs because of economic hardship. Help make it the most successful year by volunteering! Email volunteer@cparkdistrict.com or call 217-398-2550.
17th Annual Sports Media Camp for Kids
The 17th Annual Sports Media Camp for Kids will be the week of June 17th through June 22nd. The nations leading sports media camp is for students ages 10 through 18. Kids will learn play by play interviewing and sports video skills. Learn from national broadcasters and enjoy a field trip to University of Illinois. Campers will broadcast a Danville Dans game along with hosting a LIVE radio talk show on WDAN. This year's camp will feature the voice of the Final Four Gene Honda. Call 443-8807 or visit DACC.edu to register online. Cost is $60.
Toyota of Danville Blood Drive
Toyota of Danville will sponsor a blood drive with Community Blood Services of Illinois on Wednesday, June 26th from 12pm to 4pm. The bloodmobile will be at 2106 Georgetown Road in Tilton.
Around the World in 16 Days
Experience the many wonders of the world such as 'Mummies' presented by the Field Museum and ''A Day as a Knight'' program at the Spurlock Museum from June 3rd to June 27th, Monday through Thursday, 9am to 12pm. Other FUN activities include field trips, art, music, stories from around the world, sports, recreation, archery, games from ancient civilizations, food of many cultures, basket weaving and more! Space is limited so enrollment forms should be submitted ASAP to reserve a spot. Enrollment forms can be obtained from Judith Giacoma Elementary in Westville. This program is free to kids 2nd to 6th grade. Please call (217) 267-2154 or email dcalvin@vcprojectsuccess.org
Fairmount Blood Drive
Fairmount First Baptist Church will sponsor a blood drive with Community Blood Services of Illinois on Saturday, June 29th from 10am to 1pm. The Bloodmobile will be at 202 S Main St in Fairmount.
A major donation from the Hoopeston Area Healthcare Foundation is going to help Danville Area Community College open a new extension site in Hoopeston. DACC President Alice Jacobs has received a $206-thousand dollar check from the Hoopeston Area Healthcare Foundation to boost the project….
President Jacobs says the new Danville Area Community College extension center will save on transportation expenses for students who have been driving to classes in Danville. The new DACC Hoopeston extension site is expected to open in the fall of next year.
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