“Today, Lee will undergo the first of what will be many surgeries on his road to recovery. We are incredibly grateful for the exceptional team at UNC Chapel Hill. Their expertise, professionalism, and compassionate care have given us both comfort and confidence during this difficult time. We have full trust in the burn surgeons and... Read More
Danville’s Commitment to a More Inclusive Future In July 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law, prohibiting discrimination based on any developmental, intellectual, mental, or physical disability. As we commemorate this landmark decision, during National Disability Pride Month, let’s take a closer look at how community leaders and advocates are working... Read More
How Dr. Richard Bedlack is revolutionizing ALS care through fashion, creativity, and an unshakeable belief in the power of hope The first thing you notice about Dr. Richard Bedlack isn’t his impressive credentials or his groundbreaking research. It’s his clothes. Walking through the halls of Duke University Medical Center, the neurologist cuts a striking figure... Read More
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
Walk along Craghead Street in Danville’s River District, and you will discover cozy coffee shops, trendy apartments, local retailers, and miles of the scenic Riverwalk Trail. This vibrant revitalization is the result of decades of hard work, strategic partnerships, community involvement, and passionate entrepreneurs and leaders. With the River District’s success, community leaders have set... Read More
In an era of podcasts, streaming platforms, and digital media, the warm, familiar voice of Alex Vardavas still crackles through the airwaves of Danville, reminding listeners why radio remains an irreplaceable thread in the fabric of American culture. Answering The Call What began as a reluctant response to a newspaper advertisement has blossomed into a... Read More
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
This May, the City of Danville proudly celebrates both National Travel and Tourism Week and Economic Development Week – two national holidays that spotlight the connection between attracting new visitors and strengthening the local economy for residents. Danville should not only be a great place to live and work, but also a destination that people... Read More
When they’re not in the classroom teaching history, Tara Mills and Jenni Watson are out exploring it—one gravesite, battlefield, and quirky roadside attraction at a time. Classroom to Cemetery: Unexpected Travel Partners It began with a teacher conference in Charlottesville. Mills and Watson discovered they traveled well together and were “up for some adventures.” This... Read More
