Community Strong

Sheila Baynes: 2018 Community Strong Person of the Year

Sheila Baynes has lived in Danville for over 35 years. She graduated fromLeadership Southside XXII and is a Middle Border Forward alumna. In addition to working full time in a local law office, Sheila serves on the Danville CommunityCollege Board of Trustees, the Board of Directors for Haven of the Dan RiverRegion, and the Board... Read More

Community Strong, Local

September 12, 2018

South Boston: On the Grow

Expansion and growth in downtown South Boston are stronger than ever. A combination of public and private investment—not any single person, business or project—has spurred a renaissance in downtown South Boston. The Town is showing signs of renewed vitality and has recently seen interest in new restaurants, specialty shops, and entertainment businesses. In 2017, the... Read More

Community Strong, Local

May 10, 2018

Small Gestures Make A Difference

You may recognize Debra Dockery from her businesses Computer Bookkeeping and Tax Services and Curves. Dockery has a keen business sense and understands that to be successful you must value all interactions with people. “I love what I do. I love my clients. I want to provide special attention to my clients year after year,”... Read More

Community Strong, Local, People

April 10, 2018

Behind the Lens: Getting to Know Mark Aron

As the face of River City TV, Mark Aron keeps citizens in the know about the happenings in Danville. Aron takes great pride in being a voice for our community. “Everybody has a story to tell. I’m fortunate enough to have a platform to share those positive stories. No matter who you are or where... Read More

Community Strong, Local, People

February 21, 2018

Ken Larking: An Interview With Danville’s City Manager

Can you tell us a little about your background? Where you were born, grew up, etc. I was born in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, and moved to Calgary, Alberta, when I was around 10-years old. My family moved to New Jersey when I was around 11 and just outside Austin, Texas, two years later. We moved... Read More

Business, Community Strong, Local, People

December 27, 2017

Laurie Moran : 2017 Community Strong Person of the Year

In Memory of Laurie Moran In June of 2017, Danville and Pittsylvania County lost one of their biggest advocates for a strong community. Laurie Moran spent her life giving back to the community she loved. Laurie was the definition of “community strong.” Laurie held the position of President of the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of... Read More

Community Strong, People

December 21, 2017

Shannon Hair : 2017 Community Strong Person of the Year

What makes Shannon Hair community strong? “Shannon is the Vice President of Institutional Advancement & Development at Danville Community College (DCC). He is also the Executive Director of the DCC Educational Foundation. Shannon has raised over $25 million for DCC’s Educational Foundation, used mostly to award scholarships. He serves as a director of SOVAH Health... Read More

Community Strong, People

December 21, 2017

Tammy Wright-Warren : 2017 Community Strong Person of the Year

What make Tammy Wright-Warren community strong? “Tammy is the Chief Operating Officer at Negril. She is actively involved in events provides by the Boys and Girls Club and the Danville Regional foundation to name a few. Events such as these are the foundation for strengthening our community. I chose Tammy to be a 2017 Community... Read More

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December 20, 2017

Randy Johnson : 2017 Community Strong Person of the Year

What makes Randy Johnson community strong? “God’s Pit Crew has inspired me for years now. We have worked with them for a long time and being able to know Mr. Johnson personally, there is no one better to receive this. The work they do in and out of the community is unfathomable. I chose Mr.... Read More

Community Strong, People

December 19, 2017

James Buckner: 2017 Community Strong Person of the Year

What makes James Buckner community strong? “James is a member of the Danville City Council and is pro-active in community issues. He orchestrated the Bridge Street Food Truck Rodeo and the re-emergence of the Main Line Trolley. I chose James to be a 2017 Community Strong Person of the Year for his passion to see... Read More

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