More streets may have timed parking in the future, and a coming parking deck will add hundreds of additional spaces.
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AeroFarms says it’s staying open, 3 days after announcing closure
A Friday news release said that the Pittsylvania facility would remain operational, despite an announcement earlier this week that it would close on Friday.
Posted inRedbird
Following the money: How and where Danville’s casino revenue is being spent, one year after it opened
Danville has received tens of millions from Caesars Virginia. That money is being spent all over the city.
Posted inLocal
Pittsylvania to consider being a test locality for pilot slow-moving vehicle warning system
This kind of warning system, which alerts drivers of slow-moving traffic like tractors and horse-and-buggies, has not yet been tested anywhere in Virginia
Posted inLocal
Danville Planning Commission to consider permit for vocational and trade school in Nor-Dan Shopping Center
The school would provide training in retail and commercial painting, drywall, professional maintenance and carpentry.
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Separate journeys, together: How Lee and Blair Vogler handled the life-changing attack and its aftermath
Lee and Blair Vogler each had their own whirlwind of challenges during his hospitalization. While Lee, a Danville City Council member, was fighting for his life after being set on fire, Blair was getting constant news from doctors, learning about burn injuries and taking care of their family.
Posted inLocal
Public hearing and vote on proposed zoning updates in Danville, the first of their kind in two decades
The city overhauled its comprehensive plan last year, and the focus is now on revamping its zoning code
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Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors to hear from public on proposed micro-resort
Residents can speak at a public hearing Tuesday evening to share their thoughts on a rezoning request that would allow for the creation of a small, nature-focused resort in the county.
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Danville Planning Commission to consider new community college CDL training facility
Danville Community College wants to expand its CDL training program with an additional location. The planning commission will take up the request on Monday.
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Danville City Council will have a public process for filling Whittle’s soon-to-be vacant seat
Madison Whittle, who has served on the Danville City Council since 2016, will transition to a role in the General Assembly in January, leaving a seat open on the council.