Is It Real?

Of course, if you were visiting Scotland, your list of places to see would resemble mine if it included visiting Loch Ness. If so, you might hope to see one of the Loch’s monsters for yourself. Also, you might think that just visiting the mysterious Loch would be a treat. At least it was for... Read More

Essays, Uncategorized

January 4, 2023

Storytelling Keeps Life History Alive

The Danville Storytelling Festival (DSF) is celebrating 21 years of spreading the words from local and regional storytellers. The festival grew from a vision of Dr. Fred Motley. Originally, it started as a one-day event to celebrate Black History Month. “I wanted to preserve and incorporate the city’s African American presence and contributions into the... Read More

Arts + Music, Local, Uncategorized

November 3, 2022

2022 Community Strong Person of the Year: Kate Clatterbuck

Kate Clatterbuck grew up in Danville after her family moved here in 2005. Shegraduated from Chatham High School in 2018 and went to Roanoke College where she majored in Education Professional Studies. Clatterbuck graduated with my Bachelor of Arts degree in 2022. In 2021, she joined the Miss Virginia Volunteer organization, a scholarship program for... Read More

Community Strong, Local, Uncategorized

June 10, 2022

Day trips and weekend getaways

Summer’s here, and the time is right for dancing in the street. While Martha and the Vandellas may be right, summer is also the time for day trips and weekend getaways. I’ve covered the topic extensively over the years in this column, so I won’t belabor the point, but I did want to list some... Read More

Confessions of a 30 Something, Uncategorized

June 6, 2022

No skill wasted. Everything has a purpose.

Entrepreneurs are expected to hustle and do a bit of everything. When one runs a food cart, however, it brings a whole new meaning to the word “hustle.” Allen “Uncle Al” Plumber doesn’t have a wide variety on his menu. What he offers, though, is an experience that hits the spot, wherever he may be.... Read More

Cover Feature, Food + Drink, Local, Uncategorized

May 20, 2022

Who am I? Who are you?

Those two questions, as important as they are, are seldom asked. Instead, some rely on assumptions regarding the ‘who’ questions, assumptions that are often based on political clues. In that case, if someone supports candidates of a certain party, that support may serve to reflect on the innate value of that person. In other words,... Read More

Arts + Music, Culture, Features, Uncategorized

August 14, 2020

“Weird” Would Be the New Norm Inside the Creative Process of Jameel Rashad Austin

“We’re all gifted with creativity, but not everyone utilizes the gift,” says Jameel Rashad Austin when asked about how he found his creative spark. Austin, a local photographer and content creator, is producing some of the most unique and thought-provoking art in our area. Austin spent his early childhood in Trenton, New Jersey. He adds,... Read More

Arts + Music, Culture, Local, Uncategorized

September 5, 2017

Fall Treks

Any time is a great time to venture through Martinsville-Henry County, VA, but the fall adds a little something extra. Breathe in the fresh air and unwind while you take in the scenery and the fun. From our award-wining trails to our high-octane events, make this season your season to have fun in record time... Read More

Lifestyles, People, Uncategorized

Is It Real?

Storytelling Keeps Life History Alive

2022 Community Strong Person of the Year: Kate Clatterbuck

Day trips and weekend getaways

No skill wasted. Everything has a purpose.

Who am I? Who are you?

“Weird” Would Be the New Norm Inside the Creative Process of Jameel Rashad Austin

May 2019: The Seniors Issue

Fall Treks

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