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City of Danville Seeking $4 Million for Development of Coleman Site
Last week Danville City Council approved a resolution to support the Industrial Development Authority of Danville’s Application to the Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission’s Southern Virginia Program and Matching Said. Grant Request. The grant request is for just over $4 million to assist in the grading of an...
Dan River Year AmeriCorps Recruiting 31 Members Thanks to AmeriCorps Continuation Grant
The Dan River Year AmeriCorps program is recruiting 31 part-time STEM and Literacy Tutors and Coaches for the 2024-2025 academic year who can build and introduce curriculum and activities for students. These AmeriCorps members will support upper elementary and middle school student gains in literacy, math and social-emotional learning by providing direct service in Pittsylvania County, Danville City and Martinsville City at local elementary and afterschool partner sites.
First annual Battle of the Badges softball tournament assists Appomattox public safety
The first annual Battle of the Badges softball tournament was held Sunday afternoon at Appomattox Community Park. Four local first-responder agencies, along with families and friends, came together for what the Appomattox County Rescue Squad described on its Facebook page as “a great day with plenty of laughter.”. “Most...
‘We Stand By Our Food’: DMV Restaurant Gets Slammed After Keith Lee Shares ‘Nasty’ Pics of ‘Un-edible’ Food During Tour
Keith Lee’s latest food tour in the nation’s capital is trending. The celebrity food critic had to alter his plans for covering restaurants in the […] ‘We Stand By Our Food’: DMV Restaurant Gets Slammed After Keith Lee Shares ‘Nasty’ Pics of ‘Un-edible’ Food During Tour
Man charged with reckless driving after flipping truck on I-85 in Dinwiddie
According to Virginia State Police, at around 5:20 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 36-year-old Daniel J. Killborne was heading south on I-85 near Boydton Plank Road when he tried to change lanes, drove off the roadway and overcorrected.
UVA Faculty Push Back Against New Protest Policy
Charlottesville, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – As students return to the University of Virginia for the new semester, controversy surrounds the administration’s recent update to campus protest policies. Last semester ended in tension, marked by the arrests of protesters on May 4th and the arrival of the Virginia State Police. Now, the university’s updated rules on demonstrations have raised alarms among faculty members.
LCA defeats Appomattox in annual benefit football game
On Friday, the Appomattox Raiders varsity football team traveled to Liberty Christian Academy (LCA) to play in the annual benefit scrimmage game. LCA defeated Appomattox 46-0. The Raiders had an impressive first quarter. DiTavion Mosley had a great game on defense. The momentum changed in the third quarter, as on the first series for LCA, the ball went straight downfield. The middle of the Raider defense was strong. They will also work on consistent ball handling transitions.
Metro Richmond homelessness total grows by nearly 100, according to annual count
Data from Homeward’s recent point in time homelessness count shows nearly 100 more people were experiencing homelessness this summer than last year. The July count found 585 people experiencing homelessness in the area, up from 486 last year. According to the report, 267 of those people were living on the streets and in cars, while 318 were in shelters. Homeward works to end homelessness in the region.
City of Staunton releases draft of the West End Revitalization Plan
STAUNTON, Va. (WHSV) - The City of Staunton has provided the road map to redevelopment and reinvestment to the West End — a historical community left behind in policy by previous city councils. Much like Uniontown, The West End was once a vibrant community center full of residents and...
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