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Hoopeston Police Blotter 9/10/26

Driving While License Suspended H26-4860

Time: 4:03 p.m.

Location: E Washington St/S 3rd St

Arrested: Tonya Edwards (F) (49) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Ms. Edwards was found to be driving on the above charges. She was placed under arrest, transported to HPD and was processed. She was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court then released from HPD custody.

Hoopeston Police Blotter 9/9/26

When Lighted Lamps are Required; Improper Lane UsageH26-4814

Date/Time: 9/7/2026 @ 8:29 p.m.

Location: W. Elm St./ S. Dixie Hwy.

Cited: Rylan Krage (M) (21) of Danville

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Krage was found to be driving on the above violations. He was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and was released from the scene.

 

Driver’s License to be Carried on Person While Operating H26-4816

Date/Time: 9/7/2026 @ 10:16 p.m.

Location: E. Thompson St./ N. 7th St.

Cited: Darvis Lane (M) (28) of Watseka

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Lane was found to be driving on the above violation. He was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and was released from the scene.

 

Driving While License Suspended, Failure to Stop at Stop Sign H26-4774

Date/Time: 9/7/2026 @ 9:16 pm

Location: S 2nd Ave / W Main St

Arrested: Victoria Serrano (F) (40) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. The driver was placed under arrest for the above traffic violations. Ms. Serrano was transported to the Hoopeston Police Department, where she was processed and released with two citations and a Vermilion Co. Traffic Court date. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

Hoopeston Area Varsity Football Season ending early

Dear Students, Families, Alumni, and Community Members,

We are writing today to provide an important update regarding our varsity football program and the remainder of the 2026 season.

Over the course of the season, our football team has faced an unusually high number of injuries while also relying heavily on a very young roster. After careful consideration and consultation with school administration, coaching staff, and medical personnel, we have determined that we do not currently have enough healthy student-athletes available to safely field a varsity team this week.

As a result, we will be forfeiting our Friday game against   Bismarck-Henning/Rossville-Alvin.

To ensure that our senior student-athletes have the opportunity to be recognized and celebrated, we will designate the September 18 game as our Senior Night. We still have concerns about player safety and health, but we look forward to honoring the dedication, commitment, and contributions of our seniors alongside their families, teammates, coaches, and supporters.

Following the Momence game, we will forfeit the remaining contests on our varsity football schedule for the 2026 season. This difficult decision reflects our responsibility to protect our students and to avoid placing them in situations that could compromise their health and safety. It also allows us to be fair and equitable to all groups involved in our game-day experience, including our cheerleaders, marching band members, families, opponents, and community supporters.

We understand that this news will be disappointing to many. Our student-athletes, coaches, and supporters have invested tremendous time, effort, and passion into this season. However, we firmly believe this course of action is in the best interest of our students and our school community.

As we look ahead to Homecoming Week on October 9, we are actively exploring opportunities to provide a community event that evening. More information will be shared with the community once plans have been finalized. 

We appreciate the understanding, support, and encouragement our community continues to show our students. The resilience, character, and determination demonstrated by these young people throughout this challenging season have been remarkable, and we remain committed to providing them with a positive and safe athletic experience.

Thank you for your continued support of our students and our school.

HOOPESTON POLICE BLOTTER 9/8/26

Wanted on a Warrant - Vermilion County, IL - 25CM512; Wanted on a Warrant - Iroquois County, IL - 25CF200 H26-4784 2026-6356

Time: 11:47 p.m.

Location: 800 Blk of E. Main St.

Arrested: Bayleah Moore (F) (27) of Watseka

Details: HPD officers responded to the above location. A computer check confirmed Ms. Moore had an active warrant for Vermilion and Iroquois; she was placed under arrest. She was taken to HPD to be processed, then was later transported by the VCSO to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

 

Residential Structure Fire H26-4788

Time: 8:55 a.m.

Location: 300 Blk. of E. Thompson Ave.

Details: Hoopeston Fire Dept., Hoopeston Police Dept, and Arrow responded to the above area for a reported residence on fire. Rossville Fire Dept. was requested to assist on scene. Upon arrival, the fire was contained and extinguished with no injuries reported. All units cleared the scene.

 

Found Items from the Sweetcorn Festival

1. Black phone

2. A wallet belonging to Jaymin Knox

3. ID card belonging to Bradley Reddy

4. A watch

5. A camo coin purse

6. Glasses

7. Sunglasses

8. Inhaler

9. Key lanyard

10. Chevy key

All items can be identified and claimed at HPD.

HOOPESTON POLICE BLOTTER 9/7/26

Traffic Accident- Operating Uninsured Vehicle H26-4748

Date/Time: 9/5/2026 @ 8:07 p.m.

Location: 1 McFerren Way (McFerren Park)

Unit 1: 2013 Chevrolet Sonic LT driven by Tina Lile of Danville

Unit 2: 2019 Honda CRV owned by Cyrilla Croy of Reelsville, IN

Cited: Tina Lile (F) (62) of Danville

Details: While backing up, Unit 1 struck Unit 2 while parked. Unit 1 was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and was released from the scene. No injuries were reported. Unit 2 was insured.

 

Sexual Predator and Child Sex Offender ; Presence or loitering in or near public parks prohibited H26-4758

Time: 1:23 pm

Location: McFerren Park

Arrested: Richard Mirto (M) (57) of Rankin

Details: Mr. Mirto’s information was ran for a parking violation at the above location. It was confirmed the subject was in violation of the above offense. Mr. Mirto was arrested, processed at the Hoopeston Police Department, then later released on an NTA in Vermilion Co. Court.

 

Offense: (14423: Failure to Use Turn Signal) (14424: Operating Vehicle While Registration Suspended) (14425: Operating Uninsured Vehicle).

Time: 6:20 p.m.

Location: S. 4th St. / E. Chestnut St.

Cited: Trae Powers (M) (22) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Mr. Powers was found to be driving on the above violations. He was given NTA’s for Vermilion County Court and was released from the scene. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

Hoopeston Police Blotter 9/5/26

Trespass Railroad Property (625 ILCS 5/18c-7503) H26-4668

Time: 10:17 pm

Location: 100 blk of E Main St. (Railroad Tracks)

Cited: Juan Acosta (M) (62) of Hoopeston

Arthur Ford Jr. (M) (67) of Hoopeston

Crystal Cavazos (F) (43) of Watseka

Details: HPD Officers responded to a call in the above area and issued each of the above subjects a citation for the above violation. They were released from the scene on an NTA in Vermilion Co. Court.

Hoopeston Police Blotter 9/5/26

Trespass Railroad Property (625 ILCS 5/18c-7503) H26-4668

Time: 10:17 pm

Location: 100 blk of E Main St. (Railroad Tracks)

Cited: Juan Acosta (M) (62) of Hoopeston

Arthur Ford Jr. (M) (67) of Hoopeston

Crystal Cavazos (F) (43) of Watseka

Details: HPD Officers responded to a call in the above area and issued each of the above subjects a citation for the above violation. They were released from the scene on an NTA in Vermilion Co. Court.

HOOPESTON POLICE BLOTTER 9/4/26

Aggravated Battery to a Peace Officer; Resisting and Obstructing a Peace Officer

H26-4650 2026-6252

Time: 11:39 a.m.

Location: Alley of 800 Blk. of E. Seminary St.

Arrested: Bethany Schreiner (F) (29) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above area. While investigating the call-for-service, Ms. Schreiner was arrested on the above charges and transported to HPD for processing. She was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

HOOPESTON POLICE BLOTTER 9/2/26

Disobeying Traffic Control Device; Operating Uninsured Vehicle H26-4597

Time: 2:43 p.m.

Location: W. Main St. / Bank St.

Cited: Stephen Willis (M) (59)

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Willis was found to be driving on the above violation. He was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and was released from the scene.

 

Criminal Trespass to Real Property H26-4610

Time: 9:47 p.m.

Location: 800 Blk of W Main St

Cited: Shannon Miller (F)(48) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers responded to the above location. Ms. Miller was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and released from the scene.

HOOPESTON POLICE BLOTTER 9/1/26

Fire Call

Time: 12:59 pm

Location: Area of N 8th Av/W Honeywell

Details: HFD was dispatched to a brush fire in the area. Fire was extinguished.

 

Traffic Accident

Time: 1:10pm

Location: 800 blk N Dixie Hwy

Details : HFD, HPD, Arrow Ambulance and VCSO were dispatched to the report of a

vehicle vs. pole. The scene was turned over to the VCSO.

HOOPESTON POLICE BLOTTER 8/31/26

Burglary to Garage, Burglary to Vehicle x4, Theft (Over), Possession of Another’s Credit, Debit or ID Card H26-4520 2026-6097

H26-4517, 4519, 4525 & 4547

Date/Time: 8/28/2026 @ 11:38 am

Location: 700 blk S 3rd St

Arrested: Alexander, Eli J (M) (20) of Watseka, IL

Details: HPD Officers received multiple calls reporting theft. While investigating the calls, Mr. Alexander was located and placed under arrest. He was transported to the Hoopeston Police Department where he was processed and later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

 

Squealing or Screeching of Tires H26-4557

Time: 4:27 pm

Location: 100 blk of N 6TH Ave

Cited: Travis Vigil (M) (31) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop in the above location and issued Mr. Vigil a citation for the above traffic violation. He was released from the scene on an NTA in Vermilion Co. traffic court.

 

Operating Vehicle When Registration Suspended for Noninsurance (Citation #14776) H26-4566

Time: 8:24 p.m.

Location: S. Market St./E. Maple St.

Cited: Misheal Mitchell (M) (42) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop in the above location and issued Mr. Mitchell a citation for the above traffic violation. He was released from the scene on an NTA in Vermilion Co. Traffic court. Vehicle was towed from the scene.

Hoopeston Police Blotter 8/30/26

Operation of Motor Vehicle when Registration Suspended for Non-Insurance H26-4543

Time: 6:02 a.m.

Location: 800 Blk. of E. Penn St.

Cited: Omar Smith (M) (59) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Mr. Smith was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and was released. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

 

Wanted on a Warrant - Ford Co. (2024CF0006 -No Bond ) H26-4551

Time: 4:00 p.m.

Location: W Orange St / S 4th Ave

Arrested: Chealsie Broeker (F) (34) of Urbana

Details: HPD Officers responded to a call involving the above subject. After receiving a delayed confirmation of having an active warrant out of Ford Co. , officers located Ms. Broeker at the above location and placed her under arrest. Ms. Broeker was transported to the Hoopeston Police Department, processed, then later transported to the Ford Co. Jail by a Ford Co. deputy.

Hoopeston Police Blotter 8/28/26

Disorderly Conduct (City Ord.)

Date/Time: 8/25/26 @ 3:54pm

Location: W Elm St. / S. 6TH Ave.

Cited: Braxton Taylor (M) (18) of Danville

Details: HPD Officers took a report from a male juvenile which led them to locate Mr. Taylor and issue him a citation for the above ordinance violation. Mr. Taylor was released on an NTA in Hoopeston City Court.

Hoopeston Drug Dealer Sentenced to 6 Years

On August 11, 2026, Christopher Mattison (DOB: 8/11/1984), formerly of Hoopeston, IL, 
pleaded guilty to Possession with Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance, a class 1 felony, and 
was sentenced to 6 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Following his term of 
imprisonment, Mattison will serve one year of mandatory supervised release. The plea and 
sentencing were presided over by Judge Mark S. Goodwin. 
The People presented evidence that on January 3, 2026, an officer with the Hoopeston Police 
Department conducted a traffic stop for a violation of the Illinois Vehicle Code. The driver, 
identified as Christopher Mattison, told the officer that he did not have identification with him 
but provided a debit card bearing his full name. Hoopeston dispatch confirmed that Mattison’s 
driver’s license was revoked. Mattison was subsequently arrested and searched. During the 
search, officers recovered a clear plastic baggie from his front pants pocket containing a white, 
powdery substance that field-tested positive for cocaine. Officers also searched a bag Mattison 
was carrying across his chest. Inside the bag, they recovered a grocery bag containing $3,728 in 
United States currency and an unmarked pill bottle containing white capsules that field-tested 
positive for cocaine. Before the vehicle was towed, officers conducted a search of the vehicle. 
From the area of the driver’s seat, they recovered a small, clear plastic baggie containing a white, 
chunky, powdery substance that field-tested positive for cocaine. Officers also recovered an open 
bottle of Hennessy alcohol from a bag behind the driver’s seat and a small digital scale from 
inside a duffle bag. The suspected cocaine was submitted to the Illinois State Police Crime Lab 
for testing and subsequently returned positive results for cocaine.
State’s Attorney Jacqueline Lacy thanked the Hoopeston Police Department for apprehending 
this defendant and removing illegal drugs from the community. She stated, “Illegal drugs pose a 
serious threat to the citizens of Vermilion County. Our office will continue to work closely with 
law enforcement to hold individuals who distribute illegal drugs accountable and to protect the 
safety of our community.”

Hoopeston Teen charged with Aggravated Domestic Battery (2 counts); Aggravated Assault (Deadly Weapon)(2 counts);Unlawful Restraint; Domestic Battery; Armed Violence; Resisting Obstructing a Peace Officer

Aggravated Domestic Battery (2 counts); Aggravated Assault (Deadly Weapon)(2 counts);Unlawful Restraint; Domestic Battery; Armed Violence; Resisting Obstructing a Peace Officer H26-4420 2026-5959

Date/Time: 8/23/2026 @ 2:55 p.m.

Location: 400 Blk of E Young Ave.

Arrested: 16-year-old Hoopeston male

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above location for a 911 investigation. After investigation, the juvenile was arrested on the above charges. He was transported to HPD to be processed then later transported to the JDC in Danville to await arraignment.

City of Danville & IDOT working on Route one years old problem

 Since 2021, the City of Danville has been working with the Illinois 
Department of Transportation (IDOT) and commercial businesses to identify solutions that 
improve safety and reduce the risk of high-severity crashes at the commercial entrance, south of 
the Meijer gas station, along the east side of Illinois Route 1. 
As part of the evaluation process, traffic safety information, logistical impacts, and long-term 
infrastructure asset management costs were reviewed and considered. The recommended 
solution for the location is to restrict this commercial entrance to a right-in, right-out only access. 
The planned improvement will modify traffic movements by restricting certain turning 
movements and improving access management along Illinois Route 1. The raised median 
alternative provides a long-term, cost-effective approach with minimal logistical concerns to 
improve safety by reducing the potential for future high-severity crashes that have been 
historically prevalent at this location. 
IDOT is tentatively planning to begin constructing the proposed improvements starting on 
Monday, August 31, 2026 and expect construction to be competed within 2 to 3 weeks.
"The safety of our residents and visitors remains a top priority," said Rickey Williams, Jr., 
Mayor of Danville. "Although this resolution has taken longer than anticipated, we are anxious 
for the project to start and to limit traffic incidents in this area”

Hoopeston police blotter 8/22/26

Operating Vehicle While Registration Suspended H26-4359

Date/Time: 8/20/2026 @ 8:11 p.m.

Location: 701 E. Orange St. (Carle Hospital)

Citied: Anthony Morgan (M)(34) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Morgan was found to be driving on the above violation. He was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and was released from the scene. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

 

Domestic Battery H26-4340

Date/Time: 8/20/2026 @ 3:38 pm

Location: 400 blk E Young

Arrested: Juvenile (M) (16) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers responded to the above location in reference to a domestic disturbance. Officers located the juvenile and placed him under arrest for the above charge. The juvenile was taken to the Hoopeston Police Department where he was processed and later released to his guardian.

 

Forgery H26-4337 2026-5904

Date of Incident: 8/20/2026

Date of Arrest: 8/21/2026

Arrested: Holly Irvin (F) (45) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers took a report in reference to Forgery. Following an investigation, Officers arrested Ms. Irvin for the above charge, processed her at the Hoopeston Police Department, and later transported her to the Danville Public Safety building to await arraignment.

Hoopeston Police Blotter 8/21/26

Operating Vehicle w/ Expired Registration Plates or Registration Sticker H26-4327

Time: 8:14 a.m.

Location: 1 McFerren Way

Cited: Ashton Baker (M) (23) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Mr. Baker was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and was released from the scene.

 

Fire Call

Time: 5:53 p.m.

Location: 330 W. Penn St (Hoopeston Apartments)

Details: HFD responded to assist Arrow Ambulance on a lift assist, then later cleared the scene.

Hoopeston Police Blotter 8/20/26

Traffic Accident H26-4211

Date/Time: 8/14/2026 @ 2:07 pm

Location: W. Elm St. / Rt.1

Unit #1: 2020 Chrysler driven by Sandra Mullen (F) of Ambia

Unit #2: 2021 Chrysler driven by Raymee Dever (F) of Hoopeston

Details: Unit #1 was stopped at the intersection of W. Elm / Rt. 1 on W. Elm. To avoid collision with a tractor trailer turning onto W. Elm , Unit #1 reversed and struck Unit #2 who was stopped behind her. No injuries were reported, no citations issued, and both parties were insured.

 

Traffic Accident – Hit and Run H26-4292

Time: 11:44 am

Location: 400 blk E. Maple

Unit #1: Unknown

Unit #2: 2018 Chevrolet parked and unoccupied, owner William Greenwood

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the report of a hit and run accident. Unknown

vehicle struck Unit #2 while parked in the street. An investigation continues.

Drug Dealer Sentenced to Prison in Vermilion County

On 8/12/2026, Carlos Thomas, Jr. (DOB:2/27/1996), formerly of Danville, Illinois, pleaded 
guilty to Possession with Intent to Deliver Controlled Substance, a class 1 felony. The defendant 
was sentenced to 5 ½ years in the Illinois Department of Corrections, followed by 12 months 
mandatory supervised release. The plea and sentencing were presided over by Judge Mark S. 
Goodwin.
The People presented evidence that on October 30, 2025, agents with the Vermilion Metropolitan 
Enforcement Group and Illinois State Police conducted a search warrant on an apartment on 
Robinson Street in Danville. Law enforcement spoke to an occupant of the residence who stated 
the defendant had sporadically lived in the apartment for a year. The occupant reported they had 
seen Carlos Thomas sell cocaine out of the apartment. During the execution of the search 
warrant, law enforcement recovered $647 United States Currency, 27 small baggies of suspected 
cocaine packaged for individual sale with a total weight of 14 grams, 5 cell phones and a digital 
scale. The suspected cocaine was sent to the Illinois State Police Crime Lab for analysis, and 
results returned positive for cocaine.
State’s Attorney Jacqueline Lacy thanked the Vermilion Metropolitan Enforcement Group and 
the Illinois State Police for their thorough investigation, which helped remove illegal drugs from 
our community and hold this defendant accountable.

Hoopeston Police Blotter 8/19/2026

Resisting/Obstructing a Peace Officer; Violation of Order of Protection H26-4281 2026-5804

Date: 08/17/2026

Time: 9:00 p.m.

Location: 300 Blk. of W. Thompson Ave.

Arrested: Amelia Young (F) (30) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers responded to the above address. Ms. Young was arrested and processed at HPD. She was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

 

Criminal Trespass to Real Property; Resisting and Obstructing a Peace OfficerH26-4278

Date/Time: 8/17/2026 @ 4:30 p.m.

Location: 500 Blk of W Penn St

Arrested: Shannon Miller (F) (48) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers responded to the above address. Ms. Miller was arrested on the above charges. She was transported to HPD to be processed then later released with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

Gov. Pritzker Issues State Disaster Proclamation Following Recent Severe Weather Across Illinois

Governor Pritzker today issued a state disaster proclamation following weeks of severe and record-breaking weather across Illinois resulting in widespread damage from torrential downpours, flash flooding, straight-line winds and several tornadoes – leading the nation with approximately 204 tornadoes verified by the National Weather Service (NWS) already this year.

The Governor’s state proclamation will make additional state resources and personnel available to support continued local response efforts and recovery operations. This comes days after the Governor visited Lansing, where damage assessments have been underway by local, county and state emergency management officials to determine what additional resources are needed to assist communities with long-term recovery.

The proclamation covers communities impacted by severe weather across the following counties:

  • Alexander (July 9-11)
  • Champaign (Aug. 9-11, Aug. 13-16)
  • Cook (July 27, Aug. 9-11)
  • DuPage (July 27, Aug. 9-11)
  • Ford (Aug. 13-16)
  • Fulton (Aug. 13-16)
  • Kane (July 2-4)
  • LaSalle (Aug. 9-11)
  • Lake (July 27)
  • McLean (Aug. 13-16)
  • Marshall (May 16, June 10-11, June 19-June 29)
  • Pulaski (July 9-11)
  • Tazewell (Aug. 13-16)
  • Vermilion (July 27, Aug. 13-16)
  • Will (July 27, Aug. 9-11)

Since the storms, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) and other Illinois agencies have been on the ground supporting local and county officials with damage assessments, debris cleanup, power restoration and mutual aid assistance. The proclamation directs state agencies to assist local governments as communities continue recovering from the devastating tornadoes and severe storms that have exhausted local resources and caused widespread damage across Illinois. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) will assist local governments with continued response and recovery efforts as appropriate, and all other State agencies are directed to collaborate with IEMA-OHS to identify and enable additional response and recovery capabilities if needed.

“The State of Illinois quickly mobilized resources for residents impacted by this latest round of severe weather, and today’s disaster proclamation will further unlock and accelerate additional state resources for continued assistance,” said Governor JB Pritzker. " I know these storms have impacted countless Illinois families and requires we band together to help them recover. As this relentless and unprecedented weather continues to wreak havoc across our region, I remain committed to ensuring those impacted get the resources and help they need.”

In coordination with state and local partners, IEMA-OHS is continuing to deploy resources and implement the State Emergency Operations Plan to support response and recovery efforts in the affected counties.

“Illinois has faced a history-making series of severe weather events this year, and IEMA-OHS has been on the ground since day one to support counties and municipalities with response efforts and damage assessments," said IEMA-OHS Director Theodore Berger. "This proclamation leverages additional support to the communities who need it most following recent severe weather events. We will continue working alongside our impacted communities every step of the way.”

The disaster proclamation makes additional state resources and personnel available to support response and recovery operations and can facilitate requests for state and federal disaster assistance. Governor Pritzker has also directed IEMA-OHS to continue coordinating with federal partners to evaluate available assistance and identify additional resources to help impacted communities recover and rebuild.

The disaster proclamation goes into effect immediately and can be viewed here: disaster-proclamation-july-and-august-2026-storms.pdf

Additional Resources Unlocked

  • Funding for Impacted Communities: The proclamation unlocks the potential for small, rural communities to apply for funding through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Disaster Response program through the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO). Disaster Response is a HUD funded program and units of local government are eligible for up to $250,000 to assist with unexpected costs after a Governor-declared disaster. This includes reimbursement for cleanup, debris removal and repairs to public infrastructure. Communities would have six months to apply for this funding after a disaster declaration is made.
  • Personnel and Equipment: The proclamation can facilitate deployment of state personnel and equipment if needed or requested by locals.
  • Procurement: The proclamation relieves traditional procurement constraints to expedite the securing of resources, such as commodities or specialized equipment, which may be needed to timely effect response.

PETITION PACKETS AVAILABLE FOR APRIL 6, 2027 CONSOLIDATED ELECTION

 The Vermilion County Clerk’s Office announces that petition 
packets for candidates seeking election in the April 6, 2027 Consolidated Election will be 
available beginning Tuesday, August 25, 2026, which is also the first day petitions may be 
circulated. 
School Board & Regional Board of School Trustees 
Petition packets will be available through the Vermilion County Clerk’s Elections Department, 
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Candidates may also request a packet electronically by 
contacting Carrie Wilson at ccelections@vercountyil.gov. 
Completed petitions must be filed with the Vermilion County Clerk’s Office during the statutory 
filing period of November 16, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. through November 23, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Other Offices 
Petition packets for Community College Trustee, City/Village Mayor or President, 
City/Village Clerk, City/Village Treasurer, Alderman/Commissioner/Trustee, Park District 
Trustee, Public Library District/Township Library Trustee, and Fire Protection District 
Trustee will be distributed and filed through the respective governmental entity or district. 
Candidates should contact the appropriate entity for information regarding packet availability, 
filing locations, deadlines, and procedures. 
Candidate & Campaign Finance Information 
Candidates are encouraged to review the Illinois State Board of Elections Candidate’s Guide
and campaign finance requirements before circulating or filing petitions. Candidates are 
responsible for complying with all applicable election laws, deadlines, and filing procedures. 

HOOPESTON POLICE BLOTTER 8/18/26

Disorderly Conduct , Endangering the Life or Health of Child , Reckless Driving

Date/Time: 8/15/2026 @ 3:10 pm H26-4238

Location: N 4th St. / E. Thompson Ave.

Arrested: Amelia Young (F) (30) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers received a report from a Hoopeston female. Officers located the

above subject, placed her under arrest for the above charges, and transported her to the Hoopeston Police Department. Ms. Young was processed, then later released with two NTA’s in Vermilion Co. Court.

 

Fire Call

Time: 12:14 am

Location: 600 blk of E. Elm St.

Details: HFD was dispatched to the above location for the odor of gas inside the residence. The source of the odor was located , and units later cleared the scene.

Eastern Illinois Foodbank Announces "Foodmobile" Food Distribution in Vermilion County Sponsored by Ameren Illinois

When: Tuesday, September 22 2026

Where: Rossville, Ridge Farm (visit schedule for details)

Vermilion County, IL – Eastern Illinois Foodbank (EIF) is distributing food to local families facing food insecurity. The Foodmobile will visit Vermilion County on 09/22/2026 to provide free groceries, with support provided by Ameren Illinois. For a full schedule, Foodmobile FAQ, and more, visit https://www.eifoodbank.org/help/mobile.html.

The distribution is part of the Foodbank’s Foodmobile Program, a system of mobile food pantries designed to help bring nutritious food to rural or underserved areas. Updates regarding future food distributions can be found at the Foodbank’s website at www.eifoodbank.org.

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Eastern Illinois Foodbank (EIF) works to alleviate hunger in eastern Illinois as the primary food source to a network of 200 food pantries, agencies, and other programs throughout our 21-county service area. Through these agencies, the Foodbank provides meals to more than 1.5 million people each year. Since 1983, EIF has led the fight against hunger and strengthened communities by providing food access, emergency relief, education, and advocacy to families in east-central Illinois. EIF is a member of Feeding America, Feeding Illinois, the United Way of Coles County, and the United Way of Champaign County. For more information, visit eifoodbank.org.

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