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Microporous receives community impact award

Trade & Industry Development, a leading publication for site selection professionals, recently announced Microporous, a manufacturer of lithium-ion battery separators, as a recipient of the 2025 CiCi (Corporate Investment, Community Impact) Award in t...

Arrest Information

The information supplied are the names of all individuals arrested (and the charge) in the previous seven days.

Arrest Photos

The information supplied are the Photos of individuals arrested (and the charge) in the previous seven days.

Reported Incidents

The information supplied is compiled from the incidents reported to the Danville Police Department in the prior seven day period.

Warrants

Warrant information, including race and sex of the accused offender, is based on information supplied by the complainant. All information is subject to verification prior to warrant service. If you know the location of any of the individuals on this list,...

Caesars Virginia stays on top in casino revenue

In its third full month, Caesars Virginia generated $35.98 million in gaming revenue, exceeding March totals for Rivers Casino Portsmouth and Hard Rock Bristol, the Virginia Lottery reported earlier this week.

This represents a $4.84 million (15.5%) increa...

City hosts business resource summit

The Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism (DOEDT) hosted the Southern Virginia Procurement and Business Resource Summit: Where Connections Create Opportunities, on April 16 at the Institute for Advanced Learning & Research. Over 150 co...

Automated License Plate Reader system goes live

This week the Danville Police Department put into operation a 21-camera fixed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR or LPR) system. The implementation of this project was made possible through partnership and funding from the Virginia Office of the Attorne...

License Plate Readers Go Live in Danville

This week the Danville Police Department put into operation a 21-camera fixed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR or LPR) system. The implementation of this project was made possible through partnership and funding from the Virginia Office of the Attorne...

UPDATE: Eighth Person Charged, Arrested Following Thefts from Motor Vehicles

The Danville Police Department has charged and arrested an eighth person following their involvement in thefts from motor vehicles.

Antonio Ballard, 28 of Danville, was arrested Tuesday, April 15, and charged with 10 misdemeanors including three counts of ...

UPDATE: Homicide Suspect, Accessory Arrested

4/21/25 UPDATE: On Sunday, April 20, Jaelynn Lowen, 21 of Danville, was arrested following the homicide of Pinakin Patel midday Thursday.

Lowen was arrested in Louisiana and will be extradited back to Danville. He is charged with second degree murder and u...

Easter holiday schedule for offices, services

The Municipal Building and all other City of Danville government offices will be closed on Monday, April 21, in observance of the Easter holiday. Also, the public library will be closed.

Danville Transit will not provide fixed-route and Reserve-A-Ride serv...

City posts agendas for next City Council meeting

The City Council will meet Tuesday, April 15, in a business session at 7 p.m. followed by a work session. Both sessions are open to the public and held on the fourth floor of the Municipal Building, which is located at 427 Patton St.

In work sessions, the ...

Danville fire responds to a reported fire in an apartment building.

The Danville Fire Department responded to a reported apartment building on fire this morning at 8:22 am located at 324 Cleveland St. Upon arrival crews found a two story, twenty-four unit, apartment building with heavy fire showing from a first floor apar...

Danville Utilities earns national recognition

Danville Utilities has once again earned national recognition for its commitment to safe, dependable electric service — achieving the “Platinum” designation as a Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3®) from the American Public Power Association (APPA).

The “...

April Reading Challenge

The April reading challenge at the Danville Public Library is: read a childhood favorite! Some of our favorites are shown in the April tab on our catalog homepage!

City celebrates rebirth of T.B. Fitzgerald building

The River District Association today hosted a ribbon cutting for the T.B. Fitzgerald, formerly the Coin-Ops building, now renovated into apartments.

Speakers included Mayor Alonzo Jones, City Manager Ken Larking, and River District Association CEO Diana Sc...

Danville Fire Department responds to a reported apartment fire on Benefield St

The Danville Fire Department responded to a reported apartment building on fire at 121 Benefield St at 2:09 am this morning. Upon arrival crews found a two story apartment building with heavy smoke showing from both floors and the basement of the building...

UPDATE: Weekly Reports Resume Publication

4/2/25 UPDATE: The weekly reports published on Tuesdays by the Danville Police Department have resumed. Click here for the latest reports. To subscribe to receive in your inbox weekly, including other alerts throughout the City of Danville, click...

Danville wins national sustainability award

The City of Danville has been recognized as a winner in the American Planning Association’s 12th Annual Awards for Excellence in Sustainability. The city received the Community Award for its initiative, PLAN Danville | A Comprehensive Guide to the Future....

Project Imagine youth explore DCC resources

Students from Project Imagine visited Danville Community College (DCC) earlier this week to take part in a college resource day designed to connect them with academic and career pathways. 

During the visit, participants learned about DCC’s student...

Caesars Virginia releases lineup for The Pantheon

News release by Caesars Virginia

Caesars Virginia is set to open the doors to The Pantheon, the resort’s new entertainment and event center, on June 6 with a star-studded lineup, kicking off with country music superstar Gary Allan. The resort destination w...

Public Works limits compost supply

The Public Works Department will temporarily restrict compost distribution to the public effective immediately due to a limited supply.

To ensure compost remains available for as many residents as possible, the following restrictions will be in place:

• Dump ...

Cabin Fever Music Series concludes Saturday

Danville Harvest Jubilee’s annual Cabin Fever Music Series concludes for the season on Saturday, March 22, inside the Community Market with the Andy Burnette Trio performing hits from various genres.

Doors open at 7 p.m., with the Andy Burnette T...

Caesars Virginia remains the top-earning casino

In its second full month, Caesars Virginia generated $31.14 million in gaming revenue, again exceeding February totals for Rivers Casino Portsmouth and Hard Rock Bristol, the Virginia Lottery reported recently.

This marks a $2.57 million (9%) increase from...

City manager submits proposed budget

City Manager Ken Larking tonight presented his proposed budget for the next fiscal year to the City Council, outlining a $379.3 million plan that reflects a 9 percent increase over the current budget.

The proposal continues to prioritize education, economi...

City earns honors at PRSA Blue Ridge Awards

The Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism (DOEDT) was awarded the silver trophy for its marketing video, “Feels Like Home,” at the annual Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Blue Ridge Awards on February 27, 2025...

City to host procurement summit

The Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism (DOEDT) will host the Southern Virginia Procurement and Business Resource Summit: Where Connections Create Opportunities, on April 16, 2025, at the Institute for Advanced Learning & Research, 1...

Five teens graduate from Project Imagine’s 32nd class

Five teenagers were honored recently for completing life skills training and goal-setting exercises through the City of Danville’s Project Imagine program. Designed to steer young people away from gang involvement and community violence, the pro...

Homicide

The Danville Police Department is investigating a homicide in the 100 block of Pineview Drive after officers found the body of a 78-year-old male inside a residence around 4 p.m. Friday, March 7.

Based on information provided to the Department, officers ex...

Construction begins on department’s new offices

Construction has officially begun at Dan River Falls to build the new offices of the Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism (DOEDT). The new space is expected to be completed by Q3 of 2025.

Currently, the DOEDT team is divided throughout mul...

Ribbon cutting celebrates The View at Franklin

Mayor Alonzo Jones, members of Danville City Council, and city staff joined developers today to celebrate the ribbon cutting for The View at Franklin, a large-scale, market-rate multifamily community at 340 East Franklin Turnpike.

The $16.2 million investm...

Police Department holds promotion ceremony

The Danville Police Department is pleased to announce the following promotions.

Lieutenant David Dixon has been promoted to Captain.

Sergeant Ben Crozier has been promoted to Lieutenant.

Corporal Jonathan Wood has been promoted to Sergeant.

Officer Nicholas P...

Promotion Ceremony Held

The Danville Police Department is pleased to announce the following promotions.

Lieutenant David Dixon has been promoted to Captain.

Sergeant Ben Crozier has been promoted to Lieutenant.

Corporal Jonathan Wood has been promoted to Sergeant.

Officer Nicholas P...

AEDS installed along the Riverwalk Trail

Danville Parks and Recreation recently announced the installation of two Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) along the Riverwalk Trail. The project was made possible thanks to a generous donation from Danville Riverview Rotary Club. This vital additi...

Cabin Fever Music Series continues Saturday

Danville Harvest Jubilee’s annual Cabin Fever Music Series continues Saturday, March 8, inside the Community Market with the Danville band Old 97 performing.

Formed in 2020, the southern rock band plays various rock styles.

Doors open at 7 p.m., w...

Site Selection Magazine ranks Danville among best

Site Selection Magazine recognized the City of Danville as one of their 2024 Top Micropolitan areas in the United States, securing the 8th spot on the list. Danville was also selected as the highest-ranked community in Virginia.

Micropolitan areas are defi...

City Council will meet in a business session

The City Council will meet on Tuesday, March 4, in a business session. No work session is scheduled. The business session will begin at 7 p.m. and will be held in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of the Municipal Building, which is located at 427 ...

Police Investigating Thefts from Motor Vehicles

The Danville Police Department is investigating after multiple vehicles were broken into resulting in thefts that occurred in the 200 block of Riverside Drive at the Danville Family YMCA parking lot late Tuesday, Feb. 25.

Around 10:30 p.m., officers respon...

Virginia State Police Charge Suspect following Officer Involved Shooting

Officer Named from Officer Involved Shooting

On Monday, Feb. 17, a Danville Police Department uniformed officer was involved in and wounded in a shooting in the 2100 block of Riverside Drive. 

It is the policy of the Danville Police Department that the names of the officers directly involved...

Danville Police Department Seeking Public Comment for CALEA Accreditation

The Danville Police Department located in Danville, Virginia is participating in its fourth year of review after being awarded CALEA Accreditation in March 2022. CALEA, Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, will be collecting public co...

Officer Released from Hospital

Officer Involved Shooting

Shooting, Attempted Robbery Investigation

The Danville Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred after an altercation on Saturday, Feb. 15. 

Just before 8 p.m. officers responded to the 300 block of Ross St. for a disturbance and shots fired within a residence.

Responding...

Awards Ceremony Held

The Danville Police Department held the annual awards ceremony in the multipurpose room at 1 Community Way Wednesday, Feb. 12.

In a first for the Department, awards were also presented to members of Danville Adult Detention and W.W. Moore Juvenile Detentio...

Barricaded Man Arrested Without Incident

The Danville Police Department arrested a 32-year-old Danville man after he refused to surrender for more than five hours this evening.

Members of the Danville Police Department spotted James Edward Wells, who was wanted for seven different criminal charge...

WATCH: I.D.D.U. Program holds First Graduation for Adult Detention

Four current inmates from the Danville Adult Detention Center graduated from the Incarceration Doesn’t Define Us (I.D.D.U.) program Tuesday, Feb. 4, during a ceremony in the multipurpose room at 1 Community Way.

Malik Khalil Darby, Bryson Marquis...

UPDATE: Road Rage Incident Under Investigation

2024 Preliminary Crime Data Released

The Danville Police Department is pleased to report that overall crime reduction trends have continued for a fifth year in a row, falling 8% overall across major crime categories in 2024 when compared to 2023.

For major violent crimes, Danville had nine ho...

GREAT Graduation Held Friday

Ten Danville Police Department officers graduated from the GREAT (Grass Roots Empowerment and Action Training) Program Friday, Jan. 31, during a ceremony at Averett University.

Officers David A Guido Flores, William G. Headley, Michael K. Pollard, Charles ...

Applications Available for 2025 Summer Youth Police Academy

Youth ages 9-17 are invited to participate in the 7^th session of the Youth Police Academy, an exciting summer camp free of charge.

The academy goes from 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday, from June 9-26. Early drop off and late pick up is availa...

Magzter

Use your library card to sign in to the Magzter Library app and access hundreds of complete magazines for free. Make sure that you download the Magzter Library app and not the regular Magzter app.

Libros en Espanol

¿Cómo puedo obtener una tarjeta de biblioteca?

Los adultos (18 años+) deben presentar una forma identificación con foto, como la siguiente:

• Licencia de conducir estatal o tarjeta de identificación
• Pasaporte 
• Identificación militar
• Otra identificación ...

Transparent Language

• Smart Insight and Review

  Your learned vocab items chart tells you how many words and phrases you've learned and when it's time to review.

• Practice Activities

  Want to learn a little bit of language without taking a course? Practice listening, reading, speakin...

Libby

E-books, e-audiobooks, and magazines are available for free with the Libby app. Available in the Appstore and Google Play, this app lets you read even more through your library. Automatic returns mean no late fees, just great books. Sign-up with your libr...

Computer Classes

The Ruby B. Archie Public Library offers several free computer classes, as well as special programs related to technology. See our calendar or call 434-799-5195 for more information

Princh- Mobile Printing

The library now offers printing directly from your device! Princh is our new mobile printing service. Try it out today!

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Report a Concern

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Report a Concern

Use Citizen Request Tracker to notify us about a general concern, comment, or compliment. Visitors can also log in to check on the progress of existing requests.

Report a Concern

Use Citizen Request Tracker to notify us about a general concern, comment, or compliment. Visitors can also log in to check on the progress of existing requests.

Report a Concern

Use Citizen Request Tracker to notify us about a general concern, comment, or compliment. Visitors can also log in to check on the progress of existing requests.