
Several Local Organizations Receive Tourism Grants
To celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week, Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that more than $2.2 million in matching grant and sponsorship funds will be awarded to 143 local tourism programs. The Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)’s Marketing Leverage

God’s Pit Crew and Walmart Announce Partnership to Strengthen Disaster Relief
God’s Pit Crew is announcing a new partnership with Walmart that will make it simple for shoppers to directly support families and communities impacted by natural disasters across the nation. Beginning Monday, May 11, 2026, God’s Pit

One Cat Killed, Kitten Rescued in Danville Fire
One cat was killed and a kitten was rescued during a fire in Danville on Wednesday. The Danville Fire Department responded to the fire at 216 Wendell Scott Dr. at 9:35 am. First arriving units saw fire

Aerofarms Finds Large Investor, Danville Location to Remain Open
Aerofarms received some good news recently. Since late 2025, Aerofarms has been facing the possibility of having to close its Danville location after losing its lead investor. But last night Danville City Manager Ken Larking provided some

Danville City Council Approves Data Center Construction and Operation
Last night, Danville City Council voted to allow data centers to be built within city limits. The ordinance city council approved allows data center construction and operation in Danville. In recent months, staff has received inquiries about locating

City of Danville Breaks Ground on Hyatt Hotel
Today the City of Danville held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Hyatt Studio Hotel. The 122-room extended stay hotel will have four floors and will be located at 100 River Street. The project is a $35

Increased Risk of Fire Across the Southside Today
The National Weather Service in Blacksburg says there is an increased chance of fire danger today across the southside. The increased chance is in effect for Pittsylvania, Henry and Halifax Counties as well as the cities of
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Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
Karen Harris with God’s Storehouse stopped by to chat with Josh about the upcoming Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on Saturday May 9th!

Dana Kern – Make Danville Shine Expo
Dana Kern with the City of Danville Housing and Development stopped by to discuss the upcoming 14th annual Make Danville Shine Expo in the community room at the Danville Community Market Saturday, May 2nd starting at 8am.

