The City of Danville once thrived on the success of the mills. Now, it could thrive from redevelopment on these same sites.
Grace Mamon
Grace Mamon is a reporter for Cardinal News. Reach her at grace@cardinalnews.org or 540-369-5464.
Posted inPolitics
Danville is largest city in Virginia without a woman on council. Two candidates aim to change that.
Two women challenge four male incumbents in Danville City Council election.
Posted inEconomy
Virginia is well-suited for controlled environment agriculture, summit says
A CEA Summit in Danville this week emphasized Virginia’s capability to be a leader in this industry
Posted inPolitics
One percent sales tax increase could raise $3.8 million a year for Pittsylvania school renovations
The referendum failed narrowly last year and is back on this year’s ballot.
Posted inEconomy
Billionaire MacKenzie Scott gives $13 million to Danville Regional Foundation
This money from the ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos will help amplify the transformation of the region, the foundation’s CEO said.
Posted inCulture
PBS show set in Danville aired Saturday; now available through streaming
Brandon Lee Adams, Danville resident and musician, interviews other artists on “The Life of a Musician.”
Posted inEconomy
Hitachi Energy brings 165 more jobs to South Boston facility
The sustainable energy company is expanding it’s transformer facility in Halifax County with a $37 million investment.
Posted inEconomy
Middle schoolers learn about manufacturing with GO TEC
The program that started in Danville and Pittsylvania County is now reaching students across Virginia.
Posted inEconomy
Danville Community College expands its NSA-accredited cyber defense program
The school unveiled a new Cyber Center, which will offer in-person and online cybersecurity courses for students.
Posted inEconomy
Navy will have an even bigger presence in Danville
The United States Navy is building upon its existing pilot program to create a shipbuilding workforce.
