The Skip Barber Racing School will also create a performance driving school at the Virginia International Raceway, creating 24 jobs.
Grace Mamon
Grace Mamon is a reporter for Cardinal News. Reach her at grace@cardinalnews.org or 540-369-5464.
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A new push to overturn Virginia’s uranium mining moratorium may be on the horizon
A Canadian uranium mining company recently acquired the largest undeveloped uranium deposit in the U.S. in Pittsylvania County .
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Here’s what apprenticeships look like in 2022 and why they are important now
Southwest and Southside will soon have a regional apprenticeship consortium, thanks to the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research and a Tobacco Commission grant.
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Caesars Virginia’s general manager wants the Danville casino to work closely with the community
A Q&A with Chris Albrecht, who will oversee the planned casino.
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Temporary casino could mean millions in unexpected tax revenue for Danville
Caesar’s wants to open a Danville venue in 2023. The temporary casino in Bristol has already exceeded revenue expectations for a permanent facility.
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Danville organization receives $30 million in federal tax credits
The money has been used in the past to redevelop properties.
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Caesars casino puts half a million toward Averett hospitality program
The new hospitality and tourism academic program will connect students with employment opportunities at Caesars Virginia.
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All four Danville City Council incumbents reelected
Danville’s City Council will continue to have all-male members.
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Pittsylvania County approves 1% sales tax referendum
Tax increase will raise $3.8 million a year for school renovations in the county.
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Danville once thrived on the success of its mills. Now, its economic future could lie in their redevelopment.
The City of Danville once thrived on the success of the mills. Now, it could thrive from redevelopment on these same sites.
