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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...

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...

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...

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 “...

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 ...

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 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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...