Violence is an Epidemic Destroying Southern Virginia

If you listen to the well-informed leaders in our community, there are many issues facing Danville and surrounding areas. Turn in one direction and you’ll hear that obesity is the greatest health danger we face. Turn in another direction and it’s the school system. One leader will say it’s a lack of jobs, while others... Read More

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January 16, 2017

The Dallas Cowboy’s Magical Season aka The Death of Romo

The Dallas Cowboys devastating end to their “magical” season will be debated until their next playoff appearance. But, one thing is without doubt. Jerry Jones will go to his grave wondering what if. What if he had shown the guts to stand by the player he had built the entire team around? What if he... Read More

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July 22, 2015

African-American Movie Theater Owner in South Hill, Virginia Refuses Service to Teenagers Sporting Confederate Flag

South Hill, Virginia – In South Hill, South Hill Cinema owner Lloyd Meredith refused service to four high school students between sixteen and seventeen-years-old because the their vehicle displayed the confederate flag. On Sunday, July 19, 2015, the four teenagers drove into the parking lot in the rural Virginia town flying the confederate flag. The... Read More

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May 2, 2015

Things You Could Buy with the Mayweather Pacquiao Pay-Per-View Money

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May 2, 2015

How to Stream the Mayweather – Pacquiao Fight for FREE

Mayweather – Pacquiao – It might be an awesome fight but will it be worth $100 to pay for the pay-per-view? HBO and Showtime have sued some of the sites promoting that they will have the fight for free. So, what? There are many sites illegally streaming it that aren’t promoting it. Plus, there are... Read More

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June 30, 2014

Danville Public School Superintendent “Resigns”

Danville Public School Superintendent Dr. Edward Newsome, Jr. resigned today after a closed School Board meeting and received a $160,000 buyout of the remaining 2 year-$150,000 a year contract. Reaction from the community is mixed on Facebook. “It’s a sad day for DPS,” Tonya Fullerwinder-Mayo “Speechless!! What is wrong with Danville?” Derek Allen Linder “I... Read More

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June 19, 2014

Luis Abreu named to Super Lawyers

Local attorney, and Showcase Magazine Rave Award winner, Luis Abreu has been named to the Virginia Super Lawyers list for the third consecutive year. No more than 5% of attorneys are selected for this honor. “I am honored to be included 3 years in a row on the Super Lawyers listing,” said Abreu. “It continues... Read More

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April 26, 2014

Junior Leadership Southside V Graduates 26 Students

On Saturday, April 26th, the fifth Junior Leadership Southside class graduated in a ceremony held at Danville Community College’s Regional Center for Advanced Technology and Training. Junior Leadership Southside is a seven month program that provides leadership orientation and development to local high school students. The program includes monthly sessions ranging from three to six... Read More

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