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Posted on: June 2, 2023

Project Imagine honors nine graduates

Project Imagine graduation photo

Nine teenagers were honored earlier this week for completing life skills training and goal-setting exercises through Project Imagine, which is a community violence intervention collaborative to steer youths away from gang activity.

Graduating were Trevonte...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: June 1, 2023

Police Department earns VLEPSC re-accreditation

2023 VLEPSC Accreditation

The Danville Police Department earned re-accreditation Thursday, June 1, from the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission (VLEPSC).

This is the seventh consecutive, four-year accreditation from VLEPSC that Danville PD has received. VLEPS...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: June 1, 2023

City posts agendas for next City Council meeting

The City Council will meet on Tuesday, June 6, in a business session at 7 p.m. followed by a work session. Both sessions are open to the public. 

The business session will be held in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of the Municipal Buildi...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 30, 2023

­­­Operation leads to arrests, seizure of drugs and guns

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The Danville Police Department conducted a five-day operation focused on violent offenders and fugitives linked to firearm-related offenses. Members of the Violent Crime Gang Unit, Vice Narcotics Unit, Crime Deterrence & Interdiction Unit, and the Cri...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Police Department to participate in torch run

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The Danville Police Department will be participating in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Virginia Wednesday, June 7, beginning at 10 a.m.

The run will begin at the Danville Police Department (1 Community Way), proceed down West Main Stree...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 31, 2023

Treasury staff to help citizens find missing money

The City of Danville’s Treasurer’s Office, along with the Virginia Department of the Treasury, is bringing another unclaimed property virtual call event to help local citizens who might be owed funds they don’t know about.

Cus...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 19, 2023

Three businesses win pitch competition

News release by the River District Association

The River District Association (RDA) has awarded three businesses $52K in RDA IGNITE Pitch Grants to open or expand their brick-and-mortar businesses in the River District.

The River District Association Dream ...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 19, 2023

Memorial Drive lane closures scheduled

Alternating lane closures are scheduled to begin on Monday, May 22, on Memorial Drive between West Main Street and the back entrance to the Police Department. The lane closures will allow for replacement of two failed corrugated metal storm pipes with rei...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 19, 2023

Plan Danville to hold community block party

Plan Danville, the comprehensive planning effort for Danville, has reached a big milestone, and the public is invited to celebrate by bringing friends and family to The Big Share, a community block party honoring everyone in Danville who has taken the tim...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 18, 2023

Project Imagine to train returning citizens

The City of Danville’s Project Imagine program is launching an initiative to train adults who have been previously incarcerated or on probation to serve as what’s known as a credible messenger—someone who now has unique legit...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 18, 2023

Festival In The Park offers three days of fun

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Danville’s springtime Festival in the Park opens Friday, May 19, in Ballou Park, which is located at 760 West Main St. This year’s three-day event once again features arts and crafts, children’s rides and activities, and musi...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 15, 2023

Police Department remembers fallen officers

Officer saluting a fallen officer after placing a rose.

The Danville Police Department held a Peace Officers Memorial Service Monday, May 15, in memory of six officers who have died in the line of duty – five from the police department and one from the Danville Sheriff’s Office.

The service, held in the Danvill...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 15, 2023

Danville Casino officially opens its doors

The Danville Casino, future home of Caesars, officially opened its doors on Monday morning at the corner of West Main Street and Bishop Road. The 40,000 square-foot temporary facility will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

A line of customers was ...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 15, 2023

Construction of splash pads continue

Danville Parks and Recreation is currently constructing two splash pads throughout the city with one project expected to be finished mid-to-late June and the other in September.

“This is a very exciting time for the City of Danville,” s...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 12, 2023

City Council will meet in business, work sessions

The City Council will meet on Tuesday, May 16, in a business session at 7 p.m. followed by a work session. Both sessions are open to the public. 

The business session will be held in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of the Municipal Buildi...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 11, 2023

‘Visit SoSi’ revealed as regional tourism brand

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State and local officials gathered today to unveil "Visit SoSi," a regional tourism brand that invites locals and visitors to take a fresh look at Danville and Pittsylvania County and the abundance of activities and offerings now available.

The f...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 11, 2023

City Council attends opening of new track

Track and field ribbon cutting ceremony

City Council members on Wednesday joined Danville Public Schools and Averett University leaders and students in an opening ceremony for the new NCAA certified track and field facility at George Washington High School. The ceremony included a presentation,...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 8, 2023

Free summer concert series to kick off

The 2023 Music at the Market, a free summer concert series, kicks off Thursday, May 11, outside at the Community Market, with the JusT Us Band performing. The Lynchburg area-based band covers a wide range of music for blues to country and rock to pop.

The ...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 4, 2023

Danville Otterbots announce 2023 roster

News release by the Danville Otterbots

Otterbots, roll out! With Danville hosting Appalachian League Opening Night in just 33 days, the Otterbots are proud to announce the club’s 2023 roster. 20 colleges and universities from 15 collegiate athlet...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 4, 2023

Demolition of downtown building set to begin

Contract crews are staging for the demolition of the building at the corner of the Main Street Plaza that formerly housed Schewels furniture store and, most recently, Lou’s Antiques.

The work will take 60 to 90 days to complete. The parking lot b...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 3, 2023

Make Danville Shine expo set for Saturday

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The annual Make Danville Shine Home Expo will be held on Saturday, May 6, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Community Market, which is at 629 Craghead St.

Home repair and maintenance experts will be there to share information and give away discounts and freebies....

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: May 2, 2023

Danville Farmers’ Market will open Saturday

A long-standing tradition, the Farmers’ Market will open for the season on Saturday, May 6, with vendors selling goods each Saturday through October at the Community Market on Craghead Street.

The market’s hours are 7:30 a.m. to noon. M...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: April 26, 2023

Temporary casino to open May 15

News release by Caesars Entertainment

Danville Casino, future home of Caesars, plans to take its first bet on May 15, 2023. Following a successful hearing before the Virginia Lottery Board this morning, Caesars Entertainment, parent company of the Danville...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: April 26, 2023

City posts agendas for next City Council meeting

The City Council will meet on Tuesday, May 2, in a business session at 7 p.m. followed by a work session. Both sessions are open to the public. 

The business session will be held in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of the Municipal Buildin...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: April 25, 2023

Guidelines issued for cleanup campaign in May

Make Danville Shine logo

During the month of May, the Public Works Department again will expand its collection services to accommodate residents as part of the annual Make Danville Shine community cleanup campaign.

The department will waive fees for appliance pickups, tire disposa...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: April 20, 2023

Project Imagine honors latest class of graduates

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Five teenagers were honored on Wednesday for completing life skills training and goal-setting exercises through Project Imagine. The program steers youths away from gang activity by developing and maintaining relationships with mentors, and by focusing on...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: April 19, 2023

Renowned speaker to lecture on June 6

Internationally known speaker Clifton L. Taulbert will be coming to the Dan River Region in June to share insights gained from his journey as an entrepreneur. These insights can apply to everyone, no matter their background or circumstances.

This event, &a...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: April 18, 2023

City seeks feedback for public arts master plan

The City of Danville is in the process of creating a Cultural Arts Master Plan. Through research and input from the community, the Cultural Arts Master Plan will examine Danville’s existing arts and culture, resources, as well as actions needed ...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: April 14, 2023

Airport releases details on Free Fly Day, Open House

UPDATE AT 4 P.M., FRIDAY, APRIL 28:

Airplane rides for the Danville Regional Airport’s Free Fly Day will begin at noon on Saturday due to the weather forecast.  Open House activities will begin at 10 a.m. as previously scheduled.  Due to ...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: April 14, 2023

Airport Drive/Stinson Drive project to begin

Beginning on Monday, April 17, Airport Drive at Stinson Drive will be closed to allow for replacement of the sharp curve near the Danville Regional Airport tower with a more uniform curve. The project is expected to take 90 days to complete.

Motorists shou...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: April 12, 2023

City posts agendas for next City Council meeting

The City Council will meet on Tuesday, April 18, in a business session at 7 p.m. followed by a work session. Both sessions are open to the public. 

The business session will be held in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of the Municipal Buil...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: April 12, 2023

Police: Expect heavy traffic around Industrial Avenue

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The Danville Police Department advises motorists of the potential for heavy traffic in the area of Industrial Avenue near Bibleway Cathedral from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, April 14, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 15.

Arrangements for Senior Apos...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements
Posted on: April 3, 2023

Drug Take Back event set for Saturday, April 22

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The Danville Police Department will be participating in the DEA Drug Take Back Day set for Saturday, April 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Centra Health (414 Park Avenue).

According to the DEA, prescription drugs that are used incorrectly are in large part t...

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Danville, VA Local Government News and Announcements