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updated: Wed Jul 16, 2008 12:04 am

Bismarck News

Local news for Bismarck, IL continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.

Wednesday Jul 16 | The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Area man keeps Model T memory alive

Russell Potter of Bismarck is one of a group across the country who strives to keep the memory of the Model T alive and to honor its contribution to America's history.

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Related Topix: The College of Wooster

Sun Jul 06, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Pit bulls on parade

They came with painted toenails, colorful bandannas - and a friendly attitude. These pit bulls, along with a few other breeds, paraded up North Vermilion Street with their owners Saturday morning to show that ...

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Related Topix: Danville, IL, Vermilion County, IL, Dogs, Pets

Mon Jun 30, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Commission to consider mobile home request

The Danville Area Planning and Zoning Commission will meet Thursday to discuss a mobile home request.

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Related Topix: Danville, IL

Fri Jun 27, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Goats can be stubborn critters

Goats are every bit as stubborn as people say. During Thursday's 4-H goat show at the Vermilion County Fair, the animals bleated around the barn and in the ring as kids sometimes struggled to lead them.

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Related Topix: Vermilion County, IL, Hoopeston, IL

Tue Jun 24, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Volunteers make park brighter

Now that the Woman's Club of Bismarck and other volunteers have worked their magic, the playground at the Bismarck Park is brighter and safer.

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Related Topix: Vermilion County, IL, Henning, IL

Sun Jun 22, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Special team leads critical searches

It's two of the most ordinary things in the world - a broken stick and a footprint.

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Related Topix: Vermilion County, IL

Fri Jun 20, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

8 girls try to attain title of junior miss

Eight candidates are seeking the Junior Miss title at the Vermilion County Fair.

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Related Topix: Vermilion County, IL, Henning, IL, Hoopeston, IL, Westville, IL

Mon Jun 16, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Local girls compete in state pageants

Three Hoopeston girls and one Bismarck teen are set to challenge all contenders at the Dellora A. Norris Cultural Arts Center in St.

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Related Topix: Hoopeston, IL, Illinois

Sat Jun 07, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Snafu extends Drivin' the Dixie

Thanks to a scheduling snafu, two weekends of special events will take place instead of just one along the part of the Dixie Highway that runs through east central Illinois.

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Related Topix: Illinois, Rossville, IL, Danville, IL, Vermilion County, IL

Sat May 31, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Area children read up American Indians

Children from toddlers to teens will have the opportunity this summer to sharpen their reading skills while they celebrate American Indian culture.

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Related Topix: Family, Kids, Vermilion County, IL, Libraries

Wed May 21, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Bismarck OKs spending fuel tax funds

The Bismarck Village Board approved $33,745 in Motor Fuel Tax spending at its meeting on Tuesday night.

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Fri Apr 25, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Sewer project moves forward

“Tonight we are here to build public support for the project and to fulfill a requirement of the CDAP grant program of holding at least one public hearing.”

A handful of Bismarck residents and village officials attended a public hearing on Thursday night to hear details on the proposed wastewater system for the village. via The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

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Related Topix: Agriculture, Science, United States Department of Agriculture, US News

Wed Apr 16, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Bismarck plans improvements

The Bismarck Village Board approved a resolution for proposed improvements to Wilson Lane. via The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

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Sun Apr 13, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Playful pooches get a second chance

“He is adorable and just a happy-go-lucky little fella”

Carmen, Jackson and Roxy have some things in common: They love their treats and toys, they like to play and they crave attention. via The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

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Related Topix: Vermilion County, IL, Danville, IL

Sun Mar 23, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Easter through a child's eyes

“He was excited to come to 'bunny town,'”

While adults appreciate the importance of Easter as a holy day, children see it a bit differently. via The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

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Related Topix: Danville, IL, Tilton, IL

Sat Feb 23, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Dogs with disabilities deserve love, too

“There are so many wonderful dogs who end up at the shelter as strays, but nobody comes in”

Like people, animals with disabilities adjust remarkably well. Take Smokey, for example. via The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

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Related Topix: Vermilion County, IL, Georgetown, IL

Wed Feb 20, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Bismarck discusses flooding woes

Tuesday night's Bismarck Village Board, Trustee Michael Pundt told fellow board members of the flooding problems that occurred Feb. via The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

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Related Topix: Weather, Rossville, IL, Henning, IL

Thu Feb 07, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Flood warning remains until Friday

Flooded river levels appear to be slowly dropping after cresting late Wednesday night. via The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

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Related Topix: Vermilion County, IL, Weather, Potomac, IL, Danville, IL

Wed Feb 06, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Rain brings many problems

“The people that are going to suffer the most are in Cayuga (Ind.)”

Local emergency personnel took action Tuesday afternoon following new dangerous flooding predictions for the county. via The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

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Related Topix: Oakwood, IL, Weather, Vermilion County, IL

Tue Feb 05, 2008

The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

Fairytale colored by values

“It's a rather enchanting story of looking for love in the wrong place and finding it in the right place”

Paul Hackett still can remember many of the fairytales and stories he read while growing up. via The Commercial-News, Danville, IL

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