Sunday’s rainfall caused salt, sand and chemicals to run into the Dan River, which made the water cloudy with sediment. It will take at least 48 hours for the advisory to be lifted.
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She’d been in Northern Virginia for 30 years. Her ties to Danville — including a love of racing and a 1-eyed schnoodle — were ‘signs’ to move to Southside.
Tina Leone, the new head of the River District Association, will continue the revitalization efforts that the organization started in 1999.
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Danville City Council to consider feasibility study to transform historic City Auditorium into arts and culture center
The City Auditorium is nearly a century old, and until recently, housed the Danville Parks and Recreation department.
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Finalists for open seat on Danville City Council to be interviewed in public meeting Tuesday
Shakeva Frazier, Shelby Irving and Danny Marshall were chosen as finalists from a pool of 11 applicants to fill the seat vacated by now-Del. Madison Whittle.
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Former Dan River Mills building becomes boutique hotel in transforming historic district
Rehabilitation work is almost complete at the coming Laurel Hotel. The 120-year-old building and the neighborhood around it are evolving, without leaving the past behind.
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Housing development changes to come before Danville Planning Commission
Developers of a subdivision that was approved in 2023 are now looking to slightly increase its density.
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Casino revenue to exceed expectations in Danville. City council will consider putting excess toward economic development
The city budgeted for an expected $35 million in gaming tax revenue from Caesars Virginia. That amount is trending higher “by several millions.”
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Danville’s animal shelter euthanized fewer animals in 2025 than the year before, taking steps to save more lives. Rates remain higher than state averages
The Danville Area Humane Society has faced community backlash about its historically high euthanasia rates. This rate dropped gradually in 2025 for the second year in a row.
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Danville Utilities to share energy-saving tips for cold weather
The presentation Monday afternoon will debunk energy myths and provide information on how to save money on electric bills this winter.
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Pittsylvania supervisors to vote on rezoning 200-plus acres in Hurt for industrial use
The planning commission unanimously recommended approval for the rezoning, which pertains to residential and agricultural parcels adjacent to an industrial park.
