Signs of recession ending across the U.S. Oct 16, 2009
Illinois (5 out of 13): Bloomington-Normal, Danville, Davenport-Moline-Rock Island (Iowa-Illinois), Kankakee-Bradley, St. Louis (Missouri-Illinois). Indiana (9 out of 16): Anderson, Bloomington, Elkhart-Goshen, Evansville (Indiana-Kentucky), Fort Wayne, Gary, Indianapolis, Kokomo, Lafayette. (MSNBC -- Business)
• Virginia S. Eagar Oct 15, 2009
and William R. Eagar and his wife, Buni, of Chesterfield; a brother, Louis Smith and his wife, Joy, of Danville; five grandchildren, Robyn DePoint of Middleton, Conn. Kristine Wells of Waterbury Conn. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Mo. aims to promote its role in Civil War history Oct 14, 2009
Missouris Civil War Heritage Foundation dedicated portions of the Gray Ghosts Trail in Danville and Kingdom City earlier that day. This is a statewide effort to commemorate and preserve the states history of the Civil War. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Tobacco company to bring 189 jobs Oct 14, 2009
DANVILLE - Japan Tobacco International (JTI) announced plans Thursday to establish a 19. 5 million tobacco processing facility in Danville, Va ... The Danville company will process flue-cured and burley tobacco in the United States and export under the name of JTI Leaf Services, LLC.. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Alexander, Wellington repeat at Ironman World Championship Oct 11, 2009
Lieto, of Danville, Calif. said he wanted a faster run but his legs were succumbing to the heat. (USA Today -- Sports)
No. 2 Tar Heels Shut Out Wolfpack, 5-0 Oct 10, 2009
The gamewinner was the team-high third of the season for the forward from Danville, Calif. a freshman earning her first career start replacing the injured , split the defense with a forwarding pass that freed Jones for the breakaway. (Tarheelblue.com)
JTI Leaf Services to open new facility Oct 10, 2009
DANVILLE - Danville Mayor Sherman M. Saunders and JTI Leaf Services today announced the creation of 39 full-time and 150 seasonal jobs in the Danville area with the opening of JTI Leaf Services' new facility, which will procure and process U.S. leaf tobacco ... "We are excited to become a part of the Danville community, bringing new jobs and new energy to the area," said Steve Daniels, President of JTI Leaf Services ... "The area has a long and rich history in the tobacco industry and is home to... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Hurt announces bid for U.S. Congress Oct 9, 2009
The sprawling 5th District includes Albemarle, Appomattox, Buckingham, Campbell, Charlotte, Cumberland, Fluvanna, Franklin, Greene, Halifax, Lunenburg, Mecklenburg, Nelson, Pittsylvania and Prince Edward counties and the cities of Bedford, Charlottesville, Danville and Martinsville ... Hurt represents the 19th District, which includes Danville, Pittsylvania County, Franklin County and part of Campbell County. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Foundation may fund study on uranium's impact Oct 8, 2009
DANVILLE - Danville Regional Foundation is considering funding a regional socioeconomic study of the impact of uranium mining and milling. The foundation, formed in 2005 following the sale of Danville Regional Medical Center, last week issued a request for qualifications for a proposed study from interested firms, non-profit organizations and academic programs ... The foundation, which has 165 million in assets, serves Danville, Pittsylvania County and Caswell County, N.C.. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Carlton (Pee Wee) Floyd Foster Oct 7, 2009
He is also survived by a sister, Susie Foster Boggs of Danville, two brothers, Larry Wayne Foster of Danville and Michael Kent Foster of Thailand and a God Brother and best friend Jack Robertson. Funeral services were held on Monday, October 5, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. from Lighthouse Bible Church, 133 Woodberry Drive with the Reverend W. L. Wade officiating. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Trade show will spotlight area businesses Oct 6, 2009
The spotlight will be on area businesses at Southside Show-Biz, a business trade show for Danville and Pittsylvania County. Scheduled for Thursday, October 15, at the Institute for Advanced Learning rch in Danville, this premier event will showcase products and services from leading businesses in our region ... With a professionally designed backdrop, the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce has rolled out the red carpet to attract strong business participation and attendance. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Funding for Danville energy project headed for president's signature Oct 3, 2009
200,000 for Advanced Battery Manufacturing (Danville): these funds would enable Danville to proceed with the development of a manufacturing facility to produce advanced battery technology for hybrid buses. There is a pending contract for more than 750 buses nationwide to be equipped with these batteries, which are currently not being manufactured in the U.S. The net impact on employment in the 5th District is estimated conservatively at an additional 150 jobs. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
High School Football Schedule For Oct. 12 Oct 2, 2009
Annandale @ Lee 7:30 p.m. Annapolis @ Arundel 6:45 p.m. Baltimore @ Lutheran Pallotti 7 p.m. Battlefield @ GW Danville 7:30 p.m. Bethesda-Chevy Chase @ Wootton 6:30 p.m. Blair @ Whitman 6:30 p.m. Brentsville @ James Wood 7 p.m. Briar Woods @ Broad Run 7:30 p.m. Broadneck @ Glen Burnie 6:30 p.m. Brunswick @ Boonsboro 7 p.m. Cardozo @ Spingarn 7 p.m. Chancellor @ Eastern View 7:30 p.m. Chesapeake @ Meade 6:30 p.m. Clarksburg @ Einstein 6:30 p.m. Colonial Forge @ Albemarle 7 p.m. Coolidge @... (W-USA News, DC)
Obituaries 9-29-09 Sep 30, 2009
and Katie Rose McGee of Danville, Ill; one brother, Brady McGee of Danville, Ill. and his grandparents, Tillman and Sandra Flowers of Enid, Miss. (Seantobia Democrat, MS)
Bird club to meet Oct. 1 Sep 30, 2009
DANVILLE - Southside Bird Club will meet Thursday, Oct. 1, at 7 p.m. at Danville Science Center. The featured speaker will be Thelma Dalmas of the Lynchburg Bird Club. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Franklin R. Yancey Sep 30, 2009
Mrs. Eunice Weatherford James, age 83 of 518 North Main Street, Danville, died Saturday morning at Piney Forest Health Care center ... Mrs. Doris Smith Whitlow, age 87, died Friday afternoon at Piney Forest Health Care Center where she had been a resident, formerly of Abingdon Place and 426 Northmont Boulvard, Danville. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Bluegrass show set for tonight Sep 26, 2009
The Dan River Region Bluegrass Association show will be held Friday at 7:30 p.m. in the Temple Building of Oliver Hall at Danville Community College. The Dominion Valley Boys will be featured. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Blood donor center in need for all blood types Sep 26, 2009
Danville Regional Medical Center Blood Donor Center's blood supplies have reached critically low levels, according to a news release ... The center, located at 201 South Main Street, Suite 1300 in Danville is open Monday, Thursday and Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Tuesday and Wednesday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Science center hosts Old 97 Rail Days Sep 26, 2009
DANVILLE - Danville Science Center will host Old 97 Rail Days on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.. Visitors will turn back the clock 106 years to Sept. 27, 1903, when the express train Old 97 careened off a Danville trestle. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Gustafson's orange crush Sep 25, 2009
Gustafson's splashy opening round, on a hot day in the hills of Danville (temperatures in the mid-90s), put her in the awkward position of speaking to reporters afterward. She has stuttered since childhood, but she politely tried to answer a few questions about her day on the course. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Danville goes 'green' with LED lighting Sep 25, 2009
DANVILLE - Danville has joined the Cree LED City program, an international initiative promoting the deployment of energy-efficient LED (light-emitting diode) lighting. The city recently installed LED lights in the Danville Water Treatment Plant and the Adult Detention Center in response to the "Go Green Virginia" initiative sponsored by the Virginia Municipal League ... The two installations of LED lighting, with their longevity and savings in maintenance and energy costs, will aid in Danville's... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Officials welcome new nursing home in Chatham Sep 24, 2009
Don Merricks, Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors Chairman Coy Harville, Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce president Laurie Moran and Chatham First president Bill Black ... Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Saber began in 2002 and manages 35 nursing homes, assisted living centers and rehab centers, including Stratford Rehabilitation Center in Danville. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Averett homecoming set for this weekend Sep 24, 2009
The expo will include alumni as well as representatives from Danville Public Schools, the city of Danville, the fire and police departments and ABC Ch ... This year the university is hosting a party for area alumni and the Danville community at the Danville Community Market beginning at 6:30 p.m. ... While you're dancing the night away, kids can have their own fun during "Night at the Museum" at the Danville Science Center. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Registration deadline for voters is Oct. 5 Sep 24, 2009
Danny Marshall and Seward Anderson, both of Danville, are vying to represent a section of the county around the city. Three Campbell County supervisors - Charles Falwell of the Timberlake District, Hugh Pendleton Jr. of the Rustburg District and J.D. Puckett of the Brookneal District - are running, but have no opposition. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Bioenergy conference scheduled Oct. 6 in Danville Sep 19, 2009
DANVILLE - The Southern Virginia Bioenergy Conference will be held Tuesday, Oct. 6, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research in Danville. Legislators, community leaders, farmers, and economic developers are closely watching the progress of bioenergy production in southern Virginia. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Bucknell Women's Soccer Can't Overcome Slow Start, Falls to Marist 3-2 Sep 19, 2009
Bucknell was coming off back-to-back 1-0 shutouts on the road last weekend, and sophomore goalkeeper (Danville, Calif. Carondelet) had not allowed a goal in her last 185 minutes, but the Red Foxes (2-3-1) needed only 4:33 to punch one in. (Bucknellbison.com)
Danville joins Cree LED City program Sep 19, 2009
DANVILLE - Danville recently announced that it has joined the Cree LED City(r) program, an international initiative promoting the deployment of energy-efficient LED (light-emitting diode) lighting. The city has installed Cree LED lights in the Danville Water Treatment Plant and the Adult Detention Center in response to the Go Green Virginia initiative sponsored by the Virginia Municipal League (VML) ... The two installations of LED lighting, with their longevity and savings in maintenance and... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Applicants sought for local pageant Sep 19, 2009
The Miss Danville-Pittsylvania County Scholarship Pageant Committee is looking for contestants for its second annual scholarship pageant Saturday, Oct. 3, at Chatham High School Auditorium. Miss Danville-Pittsylvania County is a closed preliminary to the Miss Virginia and Miss America pageants ... A contestant may qualify if she lives, works or attends school in the city of Danville and the counties of Pittsylvania and Halifax and has never been married or had a child and is between the ages of... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Obituaries for Sept. 17 Edition Sep 18, 2009
A memorial gathering for Robert "Tiny" Wilson, 61, Danville, formerly of Warrenton, will be held Sunday, Sept. 20, from 2-4 p.m. at New Florence Community Center, New Florence. Mr. Wilson died Sunday, Sept. 13, 2009. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Flu vaccine may soon be available for school children Sep 17, 2009
Pittsylvania County Schools is working with the Danville Pittsylvania County Health Department to offer H1N1 flu shots to school children ... Gov. Kaine will join state health officials to discuss preparations for the upcoming H1N1 flu season Thursday at 10 a.m. at Grove Park Preschool on South Main Street in Danville. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
U. Va. to host 'Engaging the Mind' program Sep 16, 2009
Join the University of Virginia's Engaging the Mind Program and the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce for a Community Business Breakfast on Tuesday, September 22 held from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. ... Danville and surrounding counties are invited to attend this Engaging the Mind lecture at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, located on 150 Slayton Avenue in Danville ... 00, made payable to the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Bernanke May Have to Accept Slower Rebound to Show Inflation Credentials Sep 16, 2009
With the economy leveling out and beginning to grow again later this year, and with bank reserve demand ebbing as financial conditions improve, I will be evaluating carefully whether we need or want the additional stimulus, Lacker said Aug. 28 in a speech in Danville, Virginia. His concern is that the Fed will so over-supply demand for bank reserves that it will suppress money-market rates even when the central bank is trying to raise them. (Bloomberg -- US)
Patriot League Women's Soccer Release 9.14.09 Sep 15, 2009
Patriot League Women's Soccer Release 9. 09 - PATRIOT OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. (Patriotleague.com)
Border-to-border checkpoints remind drivers 'be safe' Sep 9, 2009
The safety check point took place on N.C. 62 in Milton from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with agencies including the N.C. Highway Patrol, Virginia State Police, the Pittsylvania County Sheriff's Office and the Danville City Police Department. "We do this every year right before Labor Day weekend to get the message out there to the motor public to slow down, take precaution and wear their seatbelts," First Sgt. Gwynn Brandon of the Caswell County Sheriff's Office said. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
County's emergency management coordinator mentioned in report to President Sep 9, 2009
Gretna and Chatham are located on Highway 29, just north of Danville, Va ... " Davis, who has been the county's emergency management coordinator since 1995, also was mentioned in a recent story published by the Washington Times."It is humbling to know that a program such as this that started in Pittsylvania County may someday be a nationwide model for other localities," he said.Davis was quick to share the credit with Dr. Carl Amos with Danville Community College and Doug Young, the former... (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Stone, Westbrook join John L. Hurt Jr. staff Sep 5, 2009
She taught kindergarten the past three years at Twin Springs Elementary School near Danville. "I grew up here at Hurt Elementary and it's always been my dream to teach with the teachers who taught me," she said. (Altivista Journal, VA)
SPELLING BEES: WHITE HOUSE ANNOUNCEMENT ON OBAMA 'SCHOOCHILDREN' SPEECH... Sep 3, 2009
Media Advisories--Department of Education. THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary. (The Drudge Report)
Program highlights Sickle Cell Awareness Day Aug 27, 2009
DANVILLE - Faces of Our Children Inc. will celebrate Sickle Cell Awareness Day on Sept. 5 at 4 p.m. at East New Hope Baptist Church on Airport Drive in Danville. "We have planned a very special evening, and will announce the winner of the Glenwood Elementary School "Faces School Art Program" said Donna Waddell, Virginia coordinator for Faces of Our Children. Faces of Our Children is a non-profit organization dedicated to fighting sickle cell disease.September is National Sickle Cell Awareness... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Law enforcement goes 'Border to Border' for safety Aug 27, 2009
Twenty-one officers from Pittsylvania County Sheriff's Office, North Carolina Highway Patrol, Caswell County Sheriff's Office, Danville Police Department and Virginia State Police will participate in the annual "Border to Border" checkpoint project on Sept. 3. In 2008, over a four-day holiday period, there were seven fatalities statewide. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Jamey Johnson and James Otto to perform at Harvest Jubilee Concert Aug 27, 2009
DANVILLE - Following on the heels of a sold-out concert to hear Jason Aldean, country music stars singer-songwriter Jamey Johnson and singer James Otto will co-headline in the third and final concert of the Harvest Jubilee 2009 Concert Series at Carrington Pavilion Saturday, Sept. 5 ... "The Harvest Jubilee committee is excited to have Jamey Johnson and James Otto coming to Danville for our last concert this year," said entertainment chairman Gina Craig ... Gates open for the last Harvest... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Jamey Johnson and James Otto to perform at Third Harvest Jubilee Concert Aug 26, 2009
"The Harvest Jubilee committee is excited to have Jamey Johnson and James Otto coming to Danville for our last concert this year," Gina Craig, entertainment chair, said ... "The whole album is one lonesome song, and that's why it's called 'That Lonesome Song.' Every song is lonesome in its own way, even the funny ones.Chuck Vipperman, news director for Danville radio station WBTM and music lover,became a fan of Johnson's album the first time he heard it."It's like Waylon Jennings' soul has been... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Sportswear company relocates to Danville Aug 26, 2009
DANVILLE - Batolii Sports, a division of Batolii Holding, LLC announced Monday it will relocate its administrative offices and design divisions to downtown Danville ... Danny Marshall of Danville serves on the tobacco commission ... "I am always pleased to help get worthwhile projects that bring jobs and prosperity back to Danville," said Marshall. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
City to host Ms. Wheelchair America pageant this weekend Aug 24, 2009
Ms. Wheelchair Ohio -- Danielle Brown lives in Danville. She has training in business technology and office technology from Knox County Career Center. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Southside Tobacco Loan Forgiveness Program offers help with college Aug 19, 2009
Have a permanent residence in one of the 24 Southwest Virginia localities, including the counties of Amelia, Appomattox, Bedford, Brunswick, Buckingham, Campbell, Charlotte, Cumberland, Dinwiddie, Franklin, Greensville, Halifax, Henry, Luneburg, Mecklenburg, Nottoway, Patrick, Pittsylvania, Prince Edward, Sussex and the cities of Bedford, Danville, Emporia, Martinsville. Be a current resident of Virginia, having lived in the state for a minimum of 12 months. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Updated With Photos: NESTLE(R) TOLL HOUSE(R) Re-launches With 'New Batch' Label Aug 19, 2009
"While the FDA inspection at our Danville, Virginia facility has concluded, Nestle's commitment to food safety continues, as does our intensive testing. We test ingredients as they arrive and our cookie dough as it's made. We hope families around the country will continue to enjoy our cookies.". Consumers who purchased the recalled products should not consume them. (PR Newswire)
12 Days of ACC Football - Virginia Tech Aug 15, 2009
Wilson rushed for 2,291 yards and 35 touchdowns last season for Danville, Va. s George Washington High. (Theacc.com)
DCC PLANS NEW MEDICAL LAB TECHOLOGY PROGRAM Aug 15, 2009
DANVILLE - Medical Laboratory Technology is the newest allied health offering planned for Danville Community College's health sciences building, Foundation Hall, according to Dr. Wade Davenport, Dean of the Arts and Sciences Division. Classes for the program will start this fall semester, beginning the week of August 24. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
D-Braves offering free tickets Aug 14, 2009
DANVILLE - The Danville Braves and Virginia Farm Bureau have partnered to offer a special FREE ticket offering for the month of August ... The Braves are also building off Cory Rasmus' seven-inning no-hitter last night in Danville's 13-0 win ... For other information on the schedule, tickets, group nights, and/or partnership opportunities please contact the Danville Braves office at (434) 797-3792, , or log on to. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Median sale prices in 155 cities Aug 13, 2009
Median sale prices in 155 metro areas. Median sale prices in 155 metro areas. (AZCentral -- Business)
Chatham nursing home still waiting on state license to open Aug 13, 2009
Saber, based in Cleveland, Ohio, manages about 40 nursing homes, assisted living centers and rehab centers, including Stratford Rehabilitation Center in Danville. Smith/Packett originally planned to build a 60-bed nursing home, but expanded the project by purchasing an additional 25 beds from R.J. Reynolds-Patrick County Memorial Hospital in Stuart. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Pedestrian hit in Sycamore accident Aug 13, 2009
He was transported to a Danville hospital. Wainwright was alone in the car. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Leap in foreclosures helps spur 3.8% rise in home sales Aug 13, 2009
8% for quarter; rising foreclosures drop prices - USATODAY.com. Get information on education programs that could help you increase your earning power. (USA Today -- Money)
Va. Tech's Evans tears ACL, out for year Aug 12, 2009
Virginia Tech Hokies RB Darren Evans out for year with torn ACL - ESPN. Updated: August 11, 2009, 10:16 PM ET. (ESPN -- College Football News)
QB breakdown » Aug 11, 2009
Tom Luginbill: There is little separation at the top among the highest-rated quarterbacks in the 2010 class - ESPN. Originally Published: August 10, 2009. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Visitors can ride the rails this fall Aug 7, 2009
The train will leave Spencer at 7 a.m. and offer a second pick-up at the Greensboro Amtrack station at 8 a.m., passing through Thomasville, High Point, Reidsville in North Carolina, as well as Danville, Lynchburg and Oak Ridge in Virginia. In addition to passing by the Dan, Roanoke and James rivers, the train also will pass Schuyler, the town fictionalized in the television show, The Waltons. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
Deeds to pursue stimulus funds for state's unemployed Aug 7, 2009
Deeds continued his "Deeds Country Tour" today in downtown Danville and spoke with small business owners and employees on Main Street ... Danville's unemployment rate is currently double the state average ... "As I continue to fight for stimulus funds to help Danville's unemployed workers retrain and find work, my economic plan will support businesses by providing a tax cut for any company in Virginia that creates even one job," said Sen. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
2009 Season Outlook: Cal Reports To Training Camp Thursday Aug 6, 2009
Redshirt freshman (Danville, CA/San Ramon Valley HS) has transferred from Nebraska and is the team's other long snapper. Sophomore quarterback is slated to do the team's holding with Anger his backup. (Calbears.com)
Supervisors ask VDOT to restrict trucks on Ringgold Road Aug 6, 2009
VDOT rejected the appeal, however, because, at the time, the only alternative route for trucks was Kentuck and Wilkerson roads, which more than doubled the distance trucks had to travel to reach the Cane Creek Centre industrial park east of Danville. The industrial park, a joint project of the county and city, is home to Swedwood and Yorktowne Cabinetry. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
FALK SCORES FIRST SBS WIN Aug 5, 2009
and Justin Snow of Danville, Va. rounded out the top ten finishers. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
A taste of the simple life Aug 4, 2009
The writers, who chronicled a 57-mile stretch from Danville, Va. to Chapel Hill, noted that in Yanceyville, population 500, "people arise early and open their stores on the courthouse square before breakfast, but close them for midday dinner. Ample time remains for discussing the news under the trees.". (News & Observer)
U.S. House approves Perriello's funding requests for job-creating projects in Southside Aug 4, 2009
Language for Military Tires - Tire Privatization Initiative - Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, (Danville): This request provides for language for the Department of Defense to consider open-bid contracts for the construction of military ground and air tires ... Opening up the bidding to other competitive companies, like Goodyear which produces its tires domestically, can lower costs to the government while potentially saving or creating new American jobs at its plant in Danville, which currently... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Obituaries for Sunday, August 2, 2009 Aug 2, 2009
and John (Kristen) Hoeft of Onalaska; grandchildren, Jason, Lisa, Ben, Christopher, Lauren, Mackenzie, Taylor, Shelby, Andrew, Madison, Ty, Dani and Macy; great-grandchildren, Alexis, Luke, Isabelle, Grahm and Casey; a sister, Betty Bender of Danville, Calif. two brothers, Pat (Mary) Byrnes of Cedarburg, Wis. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
County names new assistant Aug 1, 2009
A native of Danville, Sides graduated from George Washington High School in 1978 and earned an associate degree from Danville Community College and bachelor's degree from Frostburg State University in Maryland. Before joining the county, he was employed for 10 years by the Virginia Department of Transportation and Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Area law enforcement shares crime reports Aug 1, 2009
The new system will include sheriff's departments in Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, Henry, Prince Edward, Patrick, Franklin and Pittsylvania counties, along with police departments in the towns of Farmville, Altavista, Chatham, Gretna, Hurt and Rocky Mount, and the cities of Lynchburg, Danville, Martinsville and Bedford ... The system is being paid for with a more than 1 million federal grant being administered by the state Department of Criminal Justice Services and in the region by the Danville... (Altivista Journal, VA)
'Beauty and the Beast Jr.' on ticket for weekend Jul 30, 2009
DANVILLE - Young People's Theatre Guild at the North will present "Beauty and the Beast Jr." this weekend at the North Theatre in Danville ... "We have actors from Yanceyville, South Boston, Martinsville, Gretna and the Pittsylvania County-Danville area." ... Tickets can also be purchased at Brown Bean, Rippe's, and Foxglove in Danville; Elegant Design in Martinsville; and Caffe Peroni and Bistro 1888 in South Boston. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
