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Trees for Trash event sees successful turn out

Trees for Trash event sees successful turn out

  • By Jordan Crook Chronicle Editor
  • Apr 27, 2022
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After missing the last few opportunities due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the fifth Trees for Trash event was presented in Hoopeston Saturday morning.

Hoopeston Area High School crowns prom royalty
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Hoopeston Area High School crowns prom royalty

  • Photo by Ginger Gonzalez
  • Apr 27, 2022

Hoopeston Area High School crowned Billy Zarate and Tori Birge as this year's Prom King and Queen Saturday. The prom court is pictured here: front row: Prom Queen Tori Birge and Prom King Billy Zarate; back row: Emily Ray, Kira DeWitt, Lucy Lugo, Nick Hofer, Jonathan Herron and Logan Gonzalez.

Chamber members tour local business

Chamber members tour local business

  • Photo contributed
  • Apr 27, 2022

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Hoopeston Chamber of Commerce presents awards

Hoopeston Chamber of Commerce presents awards

  • Apr 27, 2022
High school students showcase musical talents
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High school students showcase musical talents

  • Apr 27, 2022

Hoopeston Police Department reports April 20-26

  • Apr 26, 2022

April 20:

Eastern Illinois Foodbank announces “Foodmobile” food giveaway in Danville

  • Apr 26, 2022

Danville, IL – Eastern Illinois Foodbank (EIF) is distributing food to area families facing food insecurity. The distribution will be held at Mark Denman Elementary School (930 Colfax St.) in Danville, Illinois on May 21 from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. and is open to residents of Vermilion County. Th…

Drive-Thru Job Fairs scheduled at DACC

  • Apr 26, 2022

Danville Area Community College’s Career & Employment Services will hold two separate Drive-Thru Job Fairs on Tuesday, May 3 and Wednesday, May 4 from 9AM-1PM. (Rain dates are May 10 & 11) The DACC Drive-Thru Job Fairs will be held in DACC’s front parking lot at 2000 East Main St., D…

Carlton named 89th First Citizen

Carlton named 89th First Citizen

  • JIM ROSSOW jrossow@news-gazette.com
  • Apr 26, 2022

DANVILLE — Dean Carlton, an avid hot air balloonist, talented DJ and frequent community volunteer, has been named by the Danville Chapter of AMBUCS as the 2022 recipient of the First Citizen award.

Danville Public Library News

  • Apr 26, 2022

Survey: Danville Public Library is looking for your input to gain insights about the many programs and services offered through the Library. Whether you have a library card or not, we'd love to hear from you. The survey should take no more than 10 minutes. We appreciate your input! Visit sur…

In the Garden | Superstars of landscaping

In the Garden | Superstars of landscaping

  • By Ryan Pankau
  • Apr 25, 2022

Noteworthy plants in natural areas can be the superstars of landscaping when gardeners learn to harness their natural tendencies and display their most virtuous attributes. One group of plants I have often underestimated are sedges (Carex spp.).

Chamber presents ribbon cutting for new business

Chamber presents ribbon cutting for new business

  • Photo by Jordan Crook
  • Apr 20, 2022

The Hoopeston Chamber of Commerce recently presented a ribbon cutting ceremony for the The Parlour on Market, located at 216 S. Market St. in Hoopeston. Learn more by calling 217-283-4098. Pictured from left to right are: Vanessa From, Diane Theesfeld, Valarie Hinkle, Sue Comstock, business …

Hoopeston City Council approves fee increases

  • By Jordan Crook Chronicle Editor
  • Apr 20, 2022

The Hoopeston City Council approved fee increases related to the city's dispatch and water/sewer rates for the 2022-23 city budget during Tuesday night's meeting.

High school seeks new entries for Hall of Champions

High school seeks new entries for Hall of Champions

  • By Jordan Crook Chronicle Editor
  • Apr 20, 2022

Hoopeston Area High School is seeking new entries for its Hall of Champions.

In the Garden | Planting by the signs

In the Garden | Planting by the signs

  • Ryan Pankau
  • Apr 20, 2022

Our sun has special significance in the gardening world. It offers sunlight, which plants use to generate energy and directly influences plant life cycles in a variety of ways.

Danville Public Library News

  • Apr 20, 2022

Survey: Danville Public Library is looking for your input to gain insights about the many programs and services offered through the Library. Whether you have a library card or not, we'd love to hear from you. The survey should take no more than 10 minutes. We appreciate your input! Visit sur…

Hoopeston Police Department reports April 13-19

  • Apr 20, 2022

April 13

Hoopeston Jaycees present annual Easter Egg Hunt

Hoopeston Jaycees present annual Easter Egg Hunt

  • Apr 18, 2022

Americans eating more meat, cooking more at home

  • By KAY SHIPMAN FarmWeek
  • Apr 15, 2022

Meat fortifies more Americans’ meals, which are now more frequently cooked and eaten at home, a new Food Marketing Institute (FMI) report revealed.

IDPH adopts new federal guidelines for reporting COVID-19 data

  • Apr 13, 2022

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is adopting new federal guidelines for tracking COVID-19 at the community level. The new CDC guidelines emphasize the case rate and hospitalizations in order to better track the prevalence of COVID-19 in communities. As a result o…

Thompson Avenue construction project set to start April 20

  • Apr 13, 2022

Cross Construction, Inc., of Urbana, was awarded the Thompson Avenue project in the City of Hoopeston on March 29 by the Illinois Department of Transportation for $993,593.15 (Contract 91612).

Country Theatre Workshop to re-open after two years

Country Theatre Workshop to re-open after two years

  • Apr 13, 2022

The Country Theatre Workshop will re-open after a two year intermission due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lorraine Foundation sells Willdon Building to Sculpt Fitness owners
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Lorraine Foundation sells Willdon Building to Sculpt Fitness owners

  • By Jordan Crook Chronicle Editor
  • Apr 13, 2022

The Lorraine Foundation recently announced the sale of the Willdon Building.

Middle School students take part in ‘Snail Mail Relay’
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Middle School students take part in ‘Snail Mail Relay’

  • By Jordan Crook Chronicle Editor
  • Apr 13, 2022

Students at Hoopeston Area Middle School gained a new appreciation for the art of letter-writing recently.

First Financial Bank launches local book drive, financial literacy campaign

  • Apr 13, 2022

First Financial Bank (Nasdaq: FFBC) will celebrate National Financial Literacy Month in April with a book drive and financial literacy outreach in each of its financial centers throughout Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, including at 323 E. Main St. in Hoopeston. Financial centers will …

Central Illinois Land Bank Authority awards contract to demolish six Hoopeston properties

Central Illinois Land Bank Authority awards contract to demolish six Hoopeston properties

  • Apr 13, 2022

The Central Illinois Land Bank Authority (CILBA) recently awarded a $78,500 contract to Lee Farms Excavating to demolish six residential properties in Hoopeston over the next few weeks.

Hoopeston Police Department reports April 6-12

  • Apr 13, 2022

April 6:

Vermilion Valley Conference Art Show winners

Vermilion Valley Conference Art Show winners

  • Apr 12, 2022

CATEGORY STUDENT NAME SCHOOL

EU, UK are targets for more U.S. ag trade

EU, UK are targets for more U.S. ag trade

  • By TIMOTHY EGGERT FarmWeek
  • Apr 9, 2022

Creating and marketing a high-value, top-quality good will be vital for Illinois farmers to increase the number of their products in the hands — and mouths — of European consumers.

European farmers aren't that different from American producers

European farmers aren't that different from American producers

  • By TIMOTHY EGGERT FarmWeek
  • Apr 8, 2022

Standing in front of a decades-old stand of 6,500 apple trees, Vianney Pelletier is content with his family’s orchard, cider mill and dairy in northern Normandy.

Sixth/Elm Street outdoor warning siren out of service

  • Apr 6, 2022

On April 5 and April 6, 2022, the emergency outdoor warning siren located at the corner of south Sixth Street and east Elm Street malfunctioned several times by sounding without being activated.

2022 Hoopeston Area High School Prom Court announced
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2022 Hoopeston Area High School Prom Court announced

  • Photo by Ginger Gonzalez
  • Apr 6, 2022

The 2022 Hoopeston Area High School Prom Court was recently named. This year's prom court members, pictured from left to right, are: front row: Lucy Lugo, Tori Birge, Emily Ray and Kira DeWitt; back row: Nick Hofer, Logan Gonzalez, Jonathan Herron and Billy Zarate.

Public Health Administrator discusses Public Health Week

  • Submitted by Doug Toole Vermilion County Public Health Administrator
  • Apr 6, 2022

We celebrate the 27th National Public Health Week on April 4-10, 2022. Our theme this year is, “Public Health Is Where You Are,” as we reflect on how we can make our communities healthier, stronger and safer.

Local organization presents donation
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Local organization presents donation

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  • Apr 6, 2022

Hoopeston Area Women Making A Difference Treasurer Sandy Lewis presents Hoopeston Jaycee member Kayla Goble with a check for the Hoopeston Area High School after prom program.

Hoopeston Police Reports March 30-April 5

  • Apr 6, 2022

March 30:

Hoopeston Area hosts Vermilion Valley Conference Art Show
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Hoopeston Area hosts Vermilion Valley Conference Art Show

  • By Jordan Crook Chronicle Editor
  • Apr 6, 2022

Hoopeston Area High School served as the host for the 2022 Vermilion Valley Conference Art Show Saturday.

Hoopeston Public Library News

  • Apr 6, 2022

Spring brings gardening programs and activities

Danville Public Library News

  • Apr 5, 2022

April 11: Anime Club. Danville Public Library's Anime Club meets every Monday to watch anime, discuss our favorites, and enjoy fun anime/manga themed activities. Snacks are provided. 4:00 p.m. in the Teen Zone.

In the Garden | All about timing

In the Garden | All about timing

  • By Ryan Pankau
  • Apr 5, 2022

The timing of spring can vary each year based on weather, but there are always cues in nature that line up in similar fashion year after year. While climatic conditions on exact calendar dates my vary, the sequence of emerging biota is consistent and based a long evolutionary history which h…

Local co-op adopts automation system
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Local co-op adopts automation system

  • By Jordan Crook Reporter
  • Mar 30, 2022

Xtreme Automation recently installed a Phoenix Contact high technology automation system at Goodwine Co-Op’s Bryce location outside Milford.

Hoopeston Jaycees plan upcoming events

  • Mar 30, 2022

The Hoopeston Jaycees are inviting are area residents to showcase their Disney’s trivia knowledge to help raise money for this year’s Post Prom celebrations.

Pickett named Barbara Standish DAR Good Citizen

Pickett named Barbara Standish DAR Good Citizen

  • Mar 30, 2022

The Barbara Standish Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the

Hoopeston Police Department reports March 23-29

  • Mar 30, 2022

March 23:

Master Gardeners plan shade gardening program

Master Gardeners plan shade gardening program

  • Mar 30, 2022

DANVILLE –Shade areas in the landscape often present more challenges for homeowners than those with full sun. The amount of sunlight and moisture varies over the year, as trees fill in and then lose their leaves. Aside from larger plants, buildings and other structures can block light and mo…

2022 prep track and field season preview: 12 storylines worth watching this season

  • Colin Likas clikas@news-gazette.com
  • Mar 29, 2022

Williams eyeing more medals, but Tuscola has other options

2022 prep track and field season preview: 12 storylines worth watching this season

  • Colin Likas clikas@news-gazette.com
  • Mar 29, 2022

Williams eyeing more medals, but Tuscola has other options

Ukraine farmer shows great resolve amid Russian invasion

Ukraine farmer shows great resolve amid Russian invasion

  • By DANIEL GRANT FarmWeek
  • Mar 29, 2022

Ukrainian farmer Kohctahtuh Xomehko showed the kind of determination and fortitude currently on display by his fellow countrymen and women during an online meeting with farmers in the Midwest.

Commodity group leaders push for expanded use of biofuels

Commodity group leaders push for expanded use of biofuels

  • By DANIEL GRANT FarmWeek
  • Mar 29, 2022

While the U.S. scrambles to fill the void in the oil market created by the ban of Russian imports, commodity group leaders believe the solution is closer to home than Venezuela or Saudi Arabia.

Vermilion County Farm Bureau's book barn finds new roost at Danville Public Library

Vermilion County Farm Bureau's book barn finds new roost at Danville Public Library

  • By DAVE HINTON dhinton@news-gazette.com
  • Mar 28, 2022

DANVILLE — Youngsters visiting the Danville Public Library will now be able to get a little closer to agriculture, thanks to a donation by the Vermilion County Farm Bureau.

In the Garden | Cool-season planting

In the Garden | Cool-season planting

  • Ryan Pankau
  • Mar 28, 2022

The spring vegetable gardening season is nearly upon us. If you haven’t started making preparations, now is the time to “spring” into action before you miss the opportunity to capitalize on unique weather conditions early in the season.

PBL school board votes to expel student over racist video

  • By DAVE HINTON dhinton@news-gazette.com
  • Mar 26, 2022

PAXTON — The Paxton-Buckley-Loda school board has expelled an eighth-grade student for his part in creating a racist video aimed at a student living in Paxton.

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