From Movie Sets to Magical Getaways: Barry Davis’s Imaginative Journey

In Danville, Virginia, a creative visionary is transforming the landscape of short-term rentals. Barry Davis, a man with a background as diverse as his imagination, is crafting extraordinary themed properties that transport guests to worlds beyond their wildest dreams. From a rustic ranch house to a futuristic space station, Davis’s unique approach to hospitality is... Read More

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September 5, 2024

70 Years of The Arc of Southside

In the heart of our region, one organization stands out as a beacon of hope, progress, and unwavering advocacy. The Arc of Southside (“The Arc”) is celebrating an impressive 70 years of transforming lives and championing the civil and human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Founded in 1954 by a dedicated... Read More

Features

September 5, 2024

A Spark of Kindness: How One Woman’s Vision Transformed a Community

A Spark of Kindness: How One Woman’s Vision Transformed a Community A simple act of compassion has blossomed into a movement that’s touching thousands of lives in Danville. Michele Odum, a transplant from Florida, never imagined that a Facebook post would lead her to create a thriving community of over 6,200 members dedicated to the... Read More

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August 2, 2024

From Sidelines to Press Box: Clarke Whitfield’s Journey Through Two Decades of High School Football Broadcasting

If you love local high school football, you may be familiar with a voice that has been painting vivid pictures of every thrilling play for over two decades. Clarke Whitfield, a respected attorney by day and a passionate sports broadcaster by night, has become an integral part of the George Washington High School Eagles’ football... Read More

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July 16, 2024

Caesars numbers slump slightly

(Danville) — Activity dipped slightly last month at Danville’s temporary casino. The Virginia Lottery Monday released June figures for casino activity in Virginia. Caesars Virginia reports $19,216,180.60 in revenue during the month. That’s down over a million dollars from May. Similar declines were reported at Virginia’s other casinos in Bristol and Portsmouth. Caesars Virginia... Read More

News

July 9, 2024

241 Jefferson Avenue

For 32 years, the Queen Anne-style house at 241 Jefferson Avenue, one of several nearly identical late-Victorian houses surviving from a once greater row along Jefferson’s 200 block, was the residence of Robert Smith Phifer (1852-1910), his wife and children. Over the last quarter of the 19th century, up to his death on Jefferson Avenue... Read More

Retrospective

July 1, 2024

Not Just a Voice, But Volume

Lashawn Farmer, the Programs & Services Director for Design & Expansion at the River District Association (RDA), has woven a tapestry of community service, leadership, and empowerment that spans over a decade. Her story is one of purpose, perseverance, and the profound impact that can be made when passion aligns with community needs. Farmer’s journey... Read More

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May 10, 2024

Adverse Childhood Experiences Training with Dominick Grembi of DPCS

Can you tell us a little about yourself and your position with DPCS? I am a Prevention Program Manager at Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services. I have the pleasure and honor of overseeing all our community-based prevention work, which includes mental health wellness, suicide prevention, trauma and resiliency, substance misuse prevention, and problem gambling prevention. This work... Read More

Mental Health

April 2, 2024

Be Different. Stand Out.

In the ever-changing world of business where technology and personal touch intersect, David Hobson stands as a testament to the power of evolution, dedication, and customer service. Hobson, the owner of Docusystems Company Inc. and River City Printing Solutions, has navigated the copier and printing industries for over 30 years, witnessing a remarkable transformation from... Read More

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February 1, 2024

Keep Improving Along the Way

In the dimly lit corner of a bustling bar, where laughter and conversations meld into a harmonious sound as music provides a complementary backing track, there is a quiet observer and curator of life’s stories. Behind the polished wooden counter, the bartender stands as a silent confidant, a mixologist of spirits and emotions, serving up... Read More

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