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June 1, 2024

Day Trips Forever

Longtime readers of this column know how much my family and I love a good day trip. Weeklong vacations are certainly fun, but there’s always a little nagging feeling you have with those that you might be too far away from home for too long. But a day trip? It might be just the refresher... Read More
Confessions of a 30 Something
May 10, 2024

Adverse Childhood Experiences Training with Dominick Grembi of DPCS

Can you tell us a little about yourself and your position with DPCS?  I am a Prevention Program Manager at Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services.   I have the pleasure and honor of overseeing all our community-based prevention work, which includes mental health wellness, suicide prevention, trauma and resiliency, substance misuse prevention, and problem gambling prevention.  This work... Read More
Mental Health
May 9, 2024

The Vault

It is an undeniable fact that when we discuss historic restoration, we invariably ignore the bathroom. The very idea we would consider keeping any older version of one is not possible. Older bathrooms have rusty plumbing and squeaky pipes. Some have broken tiles and faded carpets. And every fixer-upper in HGTV history takes time to... Read More
Retrospective
May 7, 2024

Life’s Detours

“Life is what happens to you when you’re busy making other plans.”-John Lennon I’ve been a ball of energy for most of my life. I love to talk. I get overly excited about small things that bring me joy in the moment. I’m quite sure my incessant talking drove my parents crazy when I was... Read More
Confessions of a 30 Something
May 6, 2024

West Piedmont Trauma and Resiliency Community Network (WPTRCN)

Did you know the most significant determining factor for most mental health issues is childhood adversity? West Piedmont Trauma and Resiliency Community Network (WPTRCN) is a network of organizations and individuals formed in 2020 that promote empathy, equity, and trauma-responsive approaches, serving as a resource to address inequities, encourage resiliency, and provide training and development... Read More
Mental Health
May 3, 2024

Danville Pittsylvania Community Services: A Safe Harbor in the Storm of Mental Health Crisis

  Nestled in the heart of Danville, Virginia, the newly constructed Crisis Center stands as a testament to the unwavering commitment of Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services (DPCS) to supporting the mental health needs of the community. Opened in August 2023, this state-of-the-art facility provides a safe harbor for individuals experiencing mental health crises. Melanie Tosh, Director... Read More
Cover Feature, Mental Health
April 9, 2024

The Grey Lady

It’s April, and that means spring. And for flower lovers, it means the annual Virginia Historic Garden Week. For nearly 100 years, garden clubs celebrate this cherished tradition by showcasing the beauty of Virginia’s historic homes and gardens. In the region, we have a number of houses that have beautiful gardens, but one of our... Read More
Retrospective
April 5, 2024

A Promise of Improved Health and Well-Being

Nestled in the vibrant heart of South Boston, health shines brightly with the opening of PATHS’ (Piedmont Access to Health Services) latest facility. This is a significant milestone for the healthcare provider, with a philosophy deeply rooted in the belief that everyone deserves access to exceptional healthcare, regardless of their financial situation. One of the... Read More
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