Structure fire @ 129 Schoolfield Dr.

The Danville Fire Dept. responded to a reported structure fire this morning @ 0525 to 129 Schoolfield Dr.  The DFD responded with 3 Engines, 1 Ladder, 1 Command Unit, and 1 Support Unit consisting of 15 personnel.  Upon the arrival of E4...

House Fire at 225 N Woodberry Ave

Tonight, November 27th, the Danville Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire at 225 N Woodberry Ave.  The first fire department unit was dispatched at 8:44 PM and arrived at 8:48 PM. There was a total of three fire engines, on...

Mutual Aid to Pittsylvania Co.

The Danville Fire Department was requested for mutual aid to assist Pittsylvania Co. volunteer agencies for a reported structure fire with multiple entrapments this morning at 0528 to the North Point apartment complex located just outside city limits on S...

Update: Burn Ban Lifted... Orginial: Fire Marshal Issues Burn Ban for Danville

 UPDATE: 12/11/2023

The Danville Fire Department Fire Marshal's Office has lifted the burn ban. Please remember to follow proper burning regulations. Stay Safe! 

Division Chief Richard Guill, Fire Marshal 

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Holiday light show shines for 10th year

Danville Parks and Recreation is excited to host the 10^th Annual Community Holiday Light Show event this year from December 7-23.  The following information lists the event details:   

Event:  Community Holiday Light Sho...

Plaques to be dedicated for Green Book sites

News release by the Virginia Department of Historic Resources

Early next week, new plaques will be unveiled in the City of Danville to commemorate two sites featured in the Green Book, a 20th-century travel guide for African Americans during the Jim Crow e...

Ceremony to be held for new shell building

A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 11, for the newly completed shell building in Cyber Park. The address is 120 Slayton Ave. The building was constructed in partnership between the Industrial Development Authority of Danvi...

First group completes cybersecurity program

News release by Danville Community College

Danville Community College (DCC) is proud to announce the successful completion of its first 16-week Cybersecurity Training Program cohort. The completion ceremony for the inaugural cohort took place on Monday, De...

Treasury staff help citizens find over $200,000

Last week, the City of Danville Treasurer's Office partnered with the Virginia Department of Treasury's Unclaimed Property division to bring a virtual unclaimed property call event to Danville. Danville's residents were able to call to check for their mis...

Police Department honors IDDU graduates

The eighth Incarceration Doesn’t Define Us (I.D.D.U.) graduating class was honored during a ceremony Tuesday, Dec. 5, at the Danville Police Department. I.D.D.U. provides resources and assistance to citizens who have recently been released from jail ease ...

Detour scheduled for Audubon Drive section

Audubon Drive from Riverside Drive to Apollo Avenue will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday to allow for milling and paving operations. Motorists will need to seek alternate routes while the section is closed.

City Council will meet in business, work sessions

The City Council will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 5, in a business session at 7 p.m. followed by a work session. Both sessions are open to the public and will be held in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of the Municipal Building, which is located at 427...

Tyson Foods officially opens Ringgold plant

Tyson Foods has officially opened a new $300 million fully-cooked food production facility in Danville, Virginia, delivering on its strategy of accelerating long-term growth, operating as efficiently as possible and investing in its poultry busin...

Toy drive begins Saturday

The Danville Police Department is proud to work with UPS for the second annual Fill the UPS Truck Toy Drive.

On Saturday, Dec. 2, the police department will be accepting donations of new toys outside of Target from noon to 5 p.m. with a goal to completely ...

Reserve A Ride service schedule to change

Beginning Jan. 2, Danville Transit’s Reserve A Ride service schedule will change due to a driver shortage. The last boarding time Monday through Saturday will be 9 p.m. Currently, the last boarding time is 12:30 a.m.

The transit system will conti...

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 on Thursday, Nov. 30, and Friday, Dec. 1, to help local citizens who might be owed...

Project Imagine honors eight graduates

Eight teenagers were honored Monday for completing life skills training and goal-setting exercises through the City of Danville’s Project Imagine collaborative, which works to steer youths away from gang activity and community violence.

Graduatin...

Health district warns of rabies concerns

News release from the Pittsylvania-Danville Health District

In order to protect the health of residents and visitors, the Pittsylvania-Danville Health District is issuing a notice about a skunk testing positive for rabies in the Burnham Woods Community. Th...

Police set date for enforcing skill games ban

The Danville Police Department will begin enforcement of illegal skill games at all establishments in the city of Danville after a compliance deadline of Friday, December 15. This comes after the Virginia Supreme Court's lifting of an injunction on this b...

Casino generates $16.84 million in October

The Virginia Lottery reports that gaming revenue totaled $19.6 million for Danville Casino in August, which was the casino’s fifth full month of operation. Gaming tax revenue for the City of Danville amounted to $1 million.

The City of Danville a...

City marks completion of airport renovations

Mayor Alonzo Jones joined state and local officials on Wednesday at a ribbon-cutting ceremony to formally mark the completion of major renovations to the Danville Regional Airport’s terminal building.

The comprehensive overhaul, initiated in Marc...

Holiday schedule for offices, services

The Municipal Building and all other city government offices will close for the Thanksgiving holiday at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 22, and will remain closed until Monday, Nov. 27.

The public library and the James F. Ingram Justice Center (courthouse) also wi...

City posts agenda for next City Council meeting

The City Council will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 21, in a business session. No work session is scheduled. The business session will begin at 7 p.m. and will be held in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of the Municipal Building, which is located at 427 ...

Holiday Bazaar to feature more than 100 vendors

Kick off your holiday season on Saturday, Nov. 18, at the annual Holiday Bazaar. The show will feature more than 100 vendor booths displaying baked goods, handmade arts and crafts, flowers, wreaths, and other unique gifts.

Several vendors with late season ...

City allocates grant funds for hospitality program

Restaurant, hotel and other hospitality leaders in the region have a new opportunity for professional development to enhance service excellence and develop their workforce at no cost to themselves or their employers.

The City of Danville granted Averett Un...

Fire marshal issues burn ban for city

Due to dry conditions, the City of Danville Fire Marshal has issued a Burn Ban effective immediately. This ban will remain in effect until significant rain has been received. Today, the Governor of Virginia issued a State of Emergency to assist other loca...

New tools will help police connect firearms

The Danville Police Department is pleased to announce the addition of NIBIN (National Integrated Ballistic Information Network) tools now located in the police department at 1 Community Way.

The department now boasts the only NIBIN technology in use in sou...

Holiday schedule for city offices, services

The Municipal Building and all other city government offices will be closed on Friday, Nov. 10, in observance of Veterans Day. Additionally, the public library and the James F. Ingram Justice Center (courthouse) will also be closed.

 However, Danv...

Tourism spending on the rise, report shows

Danville and Pittsylvania County tourism is on the rise, according to the latest numbers from the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC).

In 2022, the City of Danville generated $112.7 million in direct visitor spending. Pittsylvania County generated $31.5 mil...

Detour scheduled for Craghead Street block

Starting today, westbound Craghead Street will be closed between Patton Street and Main Street to allow for removal of the right-hand lane and parking lane within this block. The lanes being removed have been closed to traffic for several weeks.

The work i...

City to offer free bus service on Election Day

Danville Transit will offer free bus service in the city on Tuesday for Election Day. The free service is to encourage interested persons to vote by removing transportation as a barrier.

The service will be provided for all Danville Transit operations, whi...

City posts agendas for next City Council meeting

The City Council will meet on Thursday, Nov. 9, in a business session at 7 p.m. followed by a work session. Both sessions will be held on the fourth floor of the Municipal Building, which is located at 427 Patton St.

The meeting is being held on Thursday t...

Robert David to receive national award

Robert David, violence prevention manager for the City of Danville and head of Project Imagine, has been named the 2023 Youth Workforce Professional of the Year by the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP). 

David wil...

Change your clocks, check your batteries

With daylight saving time coming to an end at 2 a.m. local time on Sunday, Nov. 5, the Fire Department recommends that residents take the time to check their smoke detectors at home to ensure they are functioning properly. 

Here are the steps to c...

Project Imagine honors its largest class yet

Project Imagine, a community violence intervention collaborative to steer youths away from gang activity, last week honored 12 teenagers – its largest class yet – for completing life skills training and goal-setting exercises.

Graduatin...

Annual Market Monster Mash set for Tuesday

Danville Parks and Recreation will be hosting its annual Market Monster Mash event on Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Danville Community Market. Admission to this Halloween event is free.  

Visitors can expect a variety of fun activ...

Otterbots announce new manager for 2024

As the Danville Otterbots look to make a championship run during the 2024 Appalachian League season, the club announced today that Mickey Tettleton will take the helm in his first season as Otterbots manager. The 14- year MLB veteran and two-time All-Star...

Farmers’ Market to close season with Fall Bazaar

Danville Parks and Recreation is hosting its first ever Fall Bazaar on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Community Market located at 629 Craghead St.

The event will go coincide with the last day of the weekly Farmers’ Market for the season...

Police launch latest public safety initiative

Residents and businesses in Danville are invited to participate in this exciting new public-private crime mitigation and safety initiative

The Danville Police Department is pleased to announce the official launch of its latest public safety initiative – a ...

Repairs slated for Main Street Plaza parking lot

Starting on Monday, Oct. 23, the Main Street Plaza parking lot will be closed to allow for curb and gutter repairs. When the repairs are completed, the lower portion of the lot will be repaved to correct settlement issues.

The lot is expected to be closed ...

City sets financial literacy workshop for businesses

The Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism will host “Managing by the Numbers,” a financial literacy training program designed for small business owners, starting Nov. 7.

This training, in partnership with the Longwood Sm...

Arrest Photos

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Arrest Information

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Warrants

Warrant information, including race and sex of the accused offender, is based on information supplied by the complainant. All information is subject to verification prior to warrant service. If you know the location of any of the individuals on this list,...

Reported Incidents

The information supplied is compiled from the incidents reported to the Danville Police Department in the prior seven day period.

Winter IDDU Graduation Held

The eighth Incarceration Doesn’t Define Us (I.D.D.U.) graduating class was honored during a ceremony Tuesday, Dec. 5, at the Danville Police Department. I.D.D.U. provides resources and assistance to citizens who have recently been released from ...

Arrest Made in November Shooting

The Danville Police Department has arrested a 16-year-old for his role in a shooting that occurred earlier this month.

The 16-year-old is being held at W.W. Moore Detention Home without bond and is charged with robbery, malicious wounding, shooting from a ...

Toy Drive Begins Saturday

The Danville Police Department is proud to work with UPS for the second annual Fill the UPS Truck Toy Drive.

On Saturday, Dec. 2, the police department will be accepting donations of new toys outside of Target from noon to 5 p.m. with a goal to completely ...

Inmate Death

This morning, at about 4:45 a.m., officers at the Danville Adult Detention Center found inmate Scott McCoy, 45, unresponsive in his cell. 

Adult Detention officers began life savings measures. The Danville Life Saving Crew responded and transporte...

Youth Talent Show Held

The Danville Police Department was filled with energy and excitement Saturday, Nov. 18, with the many performances in the multipurpose room during annual Youth Talent Show. The department wishes to thank those in attendance for supporting our youth. And t...

Skill Games Ban

The Danville Police Department will begin enforcement of illegal skill games at all establishments in the city of Danville after a compliance deadline of Friday, December 15. This comes after the Virginia Supreme Court's lifting of an injunction ...

Promotion Ceremony

The Danville Police Department promoted two officers during a ceremony at 1 Community Way Wednesday, Nov. 15.

Corporal Jacob Amos was promoted to the rank of sergeant.

Officer Marschal Brandon was promoted to the rank of Corporal.

The Danville Police Departm...

NIBIN Technology Now Live

The Danville Police Department is pleased to announce the addition of NIBIN (National Integrated Ballistic Information Network) tools now located in the police department at 1 Community Way.

The department now boasts the only NIBIN technology in use in sou...

MADD Award

Last week, Danville Police Department Officer Preston Jacob received the MADD Award in Richmond for leading the department in his efforts to remove impaired drivers from our roadways. Thank you, Officer Jacob, for protecting our community!

Read on...

Beginning Monday: Santa’s Little Blue Helpers Registration

The Danville Police Department and One Community are proud to once again hold Santa’s Little Blue Helpers this Christmas season. 

Please note: Registration begins Monday, Nov. 6.

This year, the department has a lofty goal of reaching 500 ...

Arrests Made in Tuesday Shooting Incident

The Danville Police Department has made two arrests following a shooting incident that occurred Tuesday, Oct. 24.

Christopher Demond Wade, 18, was arrested and charged with attempted malicious wounding for his role in the shooting incident.

Zakeyis Avio&...

Promotion Ceremony

Danville Adult Detention held a promotion ceremony Wednesday, Oct. 25. 

T.L. Childress was promoted from Lieutenant to Captain.

Capt. Childress has been with Adult Detention for 8 years after working with the Danville Sheriff’s Office for...

Vehicle Located from Shots Fired Incident

5 p.m. 10/24/23 UPDATE: The Danville Police Department has located the vehicle involved in a shots fired incident that occurred Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 24, in the 1100 block of Franklin Turnpike. 

More updates will be provided as they are availabl...

Danville Police Department Launches Community Connect Program

Residents and businesses in Danville are invited to participate in this exciting new public-private crime mitigation and safety initiative

The Danville Police Department is pleased to announce the official launch of its latest public safety initiative &...

Volunteer Class Coming Soon

The Danville Police Department and One Community will hold a class Thursday, Nov. 2, from 5-6 p.m. for anyone interested in becoming a volunteer.

One Community Volunteers will help with events around Danville and at the police department. Created due to th...

Stoplight Outage at Main and Ridge Streets

The stoplights at Main and Ridge Streets are currently out of service with no time of repair available.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area and to seek alternate routes.

The Danville Police Department reminds motorists to treat intersections with no power...

Arrest Made in July Shooting Incident

The Danville Police Department has made an arrest related to a shooting incident that occurred Wednesday, July 12, at Woodside Village Apartments located in the 1300 block of Piney Forest Rd.

Iunta Lavar Barksdale, 19, has been arrested and charged with at...

October Edition of the Danville PD Times is Available Now

The October 2023 edition of the Danville PD Times is now available by clicking here. This is a free, quarterly publication of the Danville Police Department that is available online and in print at 1 Community Way, the department's new h...

Fraud, Scam Warning

The Danville Police Department warns citizens of ongoing scams targeting online users.

One of the known scams currently targets those with Apple devices, and tells users with a message that their device may be contaminated, and to call Apple Support. Users...

Community Engagement Walk September 20

The Danville Police Department will hold an annual walk for Norma Brower today, Sept. 20. 

We will meet on the field at Westmoreland behind Head Start on Holbrook St. at 5 p.m. 

Remarks will be given in memory of Ms. Brower, who championed...

I.D.D.U. Graduation Held

The fall 2023 I.D.D.U. (Incarceration Doesn’t Define Us) graduation was held Tuesday, Sept. 19, at the Danville Police Department.

Nine people completed the program.

I.D.D.U. provides resources and assistance to citizens who have recently been rel...

Non-Credible Threat at GWHS

The Danville Police Department is aware of a Facebook post circulating about a threat of violence at George Washington School.

Danville Police Officers are working in conjunction with Danville Public Schools officials to determine the source of the threat,...

Officers receive Prestigious VACP Valor Award

Corporal Todd J. Hawkins, Officer Lance I. Neighbors, Detective Lieutenant John. D. Dixon, Detective Sergeant Richard P. Wright, and Detective Jordan T. Land were honored and presented the 2023 Valor Award during the annual Virginia Association of Chiefs ...