Bluegrass by the River Celebrates Danville’s Musical Soul

What began as a simple celebration of regional music has evolved into something much more meaningful: a festival that weaves together Danville’s musical heritage, community pride, and charitable purpose into one unforgettable evening under the stars. This year’s lineup reflects the deep roots and bright future of bluegrass in Central Virginia. The evening opens at... Read More

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June 10, 2025

Changing Lives, One Community at a Time

A bullhorn and homemade sandwiches distributed at a local Danville park marked the humble beginnings of what would become a transformative force in Virginia’s fight against poverty. This grassroots effort has evolved into Changing Lives Outreach Center CDC, a comprehensive support system breaking cycles of food insecurity throughout the community. Founder Cynthia Terry, drawing from... Read More

Community Strong

May 13, 2025

The Local Lifeline: Inside Danville’s Cancer Support Network

In a modest office in Danville, Virginia, something extraordinary happens every day. Lives are changed, burdens are lightened, and hope is restored—all through the tireless work of a local organization that has become a lifeline for hundreds of cancer patients in the region. A Mission of Support “Our main thing is we want to be... Read More

Local

December 1, 2023

2023 Community Strong Person of the Year: Jim Godfrey

Jim Godfrey has always loved animals of all kinds. He sees the need to give his time because animals can use a helping hand with problems caused by no fault of their own. “Strays and homeless pets are our fault. I like to help in any way I can.” Godfrey has been Santa to the... Read More

Community Strong, Cover Feature

April 6, 2023

One Patient at a Time

New CEO of SOVAH Health, Steve Heatherly wants to see the hospital make a difference in individual lives and the community. He began a career in health care over 25 years ago after obtaining an undergraduate degree in financial management from UNC-Asheville. Heatherly then earned a master’s degree in business administration from Western Carolina University... Read More

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Bluegrass by the River Celebrates Danville’s Musical Soul

Changing Lives, One Community at a Time

The Local Lifeline: Inside Danville’s Cancer Support Network

2023 Community Strong Person of the Year: Jim Godfrey

One Patient at a Time

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