Crime
Danville Humane Society Offers Reward After Puppies Abandoned
Five unweaned puppies found in box on Windsor Heights street
Danville Police Department Honors Officers for 2025 Achievements
Annual awards ceremony recognizes outstanding service and community impact
Missing Danville Man Safely Located
Police thank public for assistance in search for 19-year-old Patrick Botkin.
Lifestyle
Brenda Joyce Matheson, 76, Remembered for Kindness and Love of Nature
The longtime Virginia resident passed away on March 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of compassion.
Danville TV Journalist Honored as March Superstar
River City TV's Mark Aron recognized for tireless community coverage
Danville Police Seek Donations for Annual Easterific Event
Sign-ups open for children 0-13 to receive Easter baskets from officers
Business
Danville to Host Southern Virginia Business & Procurement Experience
Event aims to equip local businesses with tools to grow and compete for larger opportunities
Danville Names Amy Chandler as New Finance Director
Chandler promoted from assistant finance director role to lead city's financial operations.
Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism Receives 5 Marketing and Communications Awards
The honors highlight the office's efforts to effectively tell Danville's story through strategic communications, community engagement, and creative storytelling.
Health
Danville Fire Dept. launches PulsePoint app to alert CPR-trained residents to emergencies
The new mobile app connects willing, CPR-trained bystanders to time-sensitive medical emergencies.
Danville Fire Department Launches PulsePoint Respond App
New app connects CPR-trained residents to nearby cardiac emergencies
Danville Lifts Boil Water Advisory
City water system meets Virginia health standards after testing.
Politics
Danville Planning Commission Approves Lot Size Reduction for Housing Complex
The commission voted 3-1 to allow Blackstone Building Group to decrease lot sizes for over 200 townhomes in the Vandola Crescent development.
Pittsylvania County Opposes Virginia Redistricting Plan
Board of Supervisors adopts resolution against proposed changes to congressional districts.
Marshall Sworn in as Newest Member of Danville City Council
Danny Marshall appointed to fill vacant council seat left by Councilman Madison Whittle's resignation
