The exhibition is scheduled from Monday, June 9 to Wednesday, July 24, 2025. Costello and Kelly White, Executive Director of 40 North, Champaign County Arts Council, will give opening remarks at 6:15 p.m. during the reception on Thursday, June 12, 2025. There will also be a closing reception from 5:30–7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24.
“Brad Paisley’s music celebrates family, tradition, and good times — values that align perfectly with what the Fair is all about,” said Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark. “We’re excited to partner with someone who shares our passion for bringing people together, and we know it’s going to be a night to remember.”
On Monday, March 17th, MIX 94.5 and Rewind 92.5 celebrated a unique St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Downtown Rantoul. The event featured The World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
The prom will be an evening of music dancing and food on April 5. The event will be held at the Turtle Run Banquet Center located at 332 East Liberty Lane, Danville, IL from 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. The prom includes a DJ, professional photographer, and a silent auction. Prom attire is encouraged but not required.
“With the development of soundstages in Rantoul and an active group of local filmmakers and production companies, the film industry continues to grow in our community. Ensuring the infrastructure is in place for large productions is critical to making a significant impact on our local economy,” explains Mark Brown, Director of Event Services & Film for Experience Champaign-Urbana.
The Vermilion County Animal Shelter, in partnership with the Vermilion County Animal Shelter Foundation, is hosting a special adult prom on April 5, to raise funds for the animals in their care.
The Illinois State Police (ISP) is hosting its inaugural all-women recruitment event, “Meet the Women in ISP: A Career Exploration,” on Tuesday, March 18. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Illinois State Police Academy in Springfield. The initiative seeks to address the underrepresentation of women in law enforcement, with data from the U.S. Department of Justice showing that women make-up only 14% of full-time sworn officers and 11% of first-line supervisors in local police departments.
“Despite significant uncertainty and disruption at the federal level, Illinois’ labor market and unemployment remained steady in January, and we’re encouraged to see 36,000 jobs created in Illinois compared to one year ago,” said Deputy Governor Andy Manar. “Looking ahead, IDES and its state and local workforce partners continue to serve jobseekers and provide resources to bolster Illinois’ unmatched workforce.”
Left untreated, pneumonia can lead to sepsis or respiratory failure, leading to hospitalization, oxygen therapy, or even life support. Pneumonia can spread through respiratory droplets or contiminated surfaces. Washing your hands or sneezing into your elbow are essential to stop the spread. The pneumococcal vaccine is also an important tool that is recommended for people at higher risk—such as smokers, individuals with chronic illnesses like COPD, or those with weakened immune systems.
The Danville School District has launched a new initiative to support families experiencing hardships, including homelessness. A brand-new laundry room, located inside Mark Denman Elementary School, is now available for families in need, offering free access to washing and drying facilities to help students attend school with clean clothes.