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Averett to end six degree programs

(Danville) — Averett University will phase out six degree programs as they try to match their offerings with the market. In a statement Thursday afternoon, Averett President Doctor Tiffany Franks announced they will no accept no new students in their bachelor’s degree programs in Art, Chemistry, Math, Modern Languages and Religion, as well as their... Read More

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November 7, 2024

City planners, schools debate signage proposal

(Danville) — City planners say a school system proposal for newer, bigger signs outside of schools would be a bad fit. Danville Public Schools has filed for a Special Use Permit at thirteen locations for a waiver of maximum size for signage. All thirteen locations are zoned Transitional Office Commercial. According to the Danville Zoning... Read More

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November 7, 2024

Danville gets another digital honor

(Danville) — A national group this week is recognizing Danville as one of the nation’s top digital cities for 2024. This year’s Digital Cities Survey from the Center for Digital Government ranked Danville fifth in cities with populations of fewer than 75,000. The study recognizes cities who use technology to “strengthen cybersecurity, enhance transparency... Read More

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November 6, 2024

Two newcomers to join Danville School Board

(Danville) — There will be two new members sworn in next year to the Danville School Board. Danville voters Tuesday returned two incumbents to the panel, along with two newcomers. School Board Vice-Chairman Tyrell Payne was the top vote-getter. He ended up with over 78-hundred votes. Finishing second was incumbent Keisha... Read More

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November 6, 2024

Incumbents fend off challengers in Danville City Council race

(Danville) — There will be no changes on Danville City Council. City voters Tuesday returned all five incumbents who were running for re-election, leaving four newcomers out of the running. The top vote-getter Tuesday was incumbent Lee Vogler with nearly nine-thousand votes. He first joined City Council in 2012 as the youngest person... Read More

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November 5, 2024

City opens bids for Schoolfield development

(Danville) — The city has put out bids to develop two properties right next to the casino. The Request for Proposal asks for development proposals for the Community Way site in the Schoolfield District next to the Caesars Virginia Casino and Resort. That compromises two parcels directly across Bishop Avenue from the casino... Read More

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November 5, 2024

Balico pulls application for Pitt. Co. power plant; promises new plan

(Chatham) — The company that proposed a large power plant and data center complex in the Chalk Level area has pulled their application, but their CEO says they’re not ditching the idea. In a Monday afternoon statement, Balico, LLC CEO Irfan Ali said they would make changes to their plan that they believe will address... Read More

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November 4, 2024

Local restauranteurs to set up at casino

(Danville) — A touch of Danville’s River District will be part of the dining options at the new casino. Caesars Virginia announced this weekend that three local restaurants will be part of the resort when they open next month. They’re teaming up with local developer Rick Barker and Steve Parry to bring... Read More

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November 4, 2024

Man shot by Danville Police to make court appearance

(Danville) — A Danville man shot in a confrontation with city police earlier this year will be back in court this week. Attorneys for 25-year old Nicholas Beddoo will offer pre-trial motions Wednesday in Danville Circuit Court. It was back in February when Danville Police were called to the parking lot of Westwood Middle... Read More

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November 1, 2024

Megasite battery storage facility in “holding pattern”

(Cascade) — A company building a battery storage facility at the Berry Hill Megapark says it might be another year before they turn their first shovelful of dirt. Strata Director of Development Adam Thompson tells Virginia Business the project is in a “holding pattern” while economic development officials try to attract clients to... Read More

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