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Table of Content

WELCOME TO OUR TOWN LOOKING FORWARD City expands investment in the success of youth | 8

AROUND TOWN Danville | 16 Chatham | 18 Gretna | 22 Hurt | 24 Education Directory | 28 Amara Harrell | 29 Libraries | 33 Get Involved | 34

GETTING OUTSIDE Nature | 38 Riverwalk Trail | 40 Major Parks & Trails Danville | 42 Pittsylvania County | 47 Mountain Biking | 48 Scooters | 50 Bike Share | 52

THINGS TO DO

The Smokestack Theatre Company | 56 Danvile Farmers’ Market | 58 Danville Otterbots | 60 Blue Ridge Rock Festival | 62 Events | 64 Area Attractions | 66

OUR NEIGHBORS Bedford | 72 South Boston | 75 Town of Halifax | 76

GENERAL INFORMATION General Information | 78 Transportation | 82 Top Employers | 84 Climate | 86 Area Maps | 87 Sponsor Directory | 88

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Looking Forward

CITY EXPANDS INVESTMENT IN THE SUCCESS OF YOUTH

by Arnold Hendrix Renederings courtesy of Danville Public Schools

Every career starts with a first job. Last summer, 52 youths took part in a pilot work-based learning program that provided opportunities to gain work experiences, add skills, and explore potential career interests.

This summer, the program will be expanded by nearly six-fold.

“Every member of the City Council at some point has talked about providing a meaningful work experience for our young people,” Mayor Alonzo Jones said during a February 15 meeting of the City Council. “This year’s summer program will build on the success of last year.”

The City Council voted that evening to contribute nearly $300,000 to expand the program, which is for in-school and out-of-school youth and young adults from ages 14 to 24.

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Of the 302 youths slated to take part in this summer’s program, 105 will receive a paid internship up to 280 hours. The remaining participants will attend various career awareness and exposure activities, which include a mock interview day and work readiness boot camps.

Called “Danville ExperienceWorks,” the program is a collaborative effort by the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, Danville Public Schools, Goodwill Industries of the Valleys, Project Imagine, the city’s Human Resources Department, and the West Piedmont Workforce Development Board (Virginia Career Works).

“Each member of the collaborative team brings an important skill set, passion, and bank of resources to the youth career experience,” said Dr. Julie Brown, Director of Advanced Learning at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research.

City Manager Ken Larking said the program is just one of the initiatives for youth included in the proposed city budget for the next fiscal year, which begins July 1. The other initiatives include: • Leveraging partnerships with the public school system to implement a robust youth athletics program.

• Expansion of the City’s gang prevention program.

• Continued support for the Police Department’s community engagement program.

“For Danville to have the kind of success we desire, we need to invest in the success of our youth,” Larking said.

Besides investing in the success of youth, the city remains focused on education, crime reduction and public safety, and growth. Here are a few highlights:

Education funding Danville Public Schools will receive an estimated $129 million in bond proceeds for school construction and renovation. Last year, voters approved a referendum to borrow the funds, with a 1 percent local option sales tax to cover the debt service.

Mayor Jones commended Danville citizens for voting for the cause.

“You said as citizens, ‘I want learning environments that will help every student achieve,’” Jones said. “You said as citizens, ‘I want students to have 21-Century upgrades.’

You said as citizens, ‘I want students to have greater technology access.’ So as Mayor, we want to say to our citizens, thank you so much for voting ‘yes.’”

Groundbreaking ceremonies recently were held for capital improvement projects at the John M. Langston and George Washington High School campuses.

In an expected $30 million renovation, the Langston campus will be the future home of Galileo Magnet High School, as well as the school system’s central office.

The renovated facility will include a STEM and Career Academy for students division-wide and gymnasium and auditorium spaces that will be available for community use. Renovations are expected to start this fall and be completed in 2024.

At GW, an anticipated $80 million dollar campus-wide renovation will begin this fall. Planned renovations include improvements to the Career and Technical Education building to allow for new programs, such as culinary arts, hospitality, and skilled trades, as well as updated spaces Continued to Page 10

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Continued From 9 for existing programs. This building also houses the nearly complete Piedmont Access to Health Services (PATHS) school-based health clinic.

A new, larger performance gym is planned to be accessible by students and the community. Improved spaces for performing and visual arts programs, an updated media center, renovated classrooms, and a hall of fame to honor GW alumni will also be included.

In partnership with the City of Danville and Averett University, work has already begun on a new track and field facility, and it is expected to be complete by September. The track will be NCAA compliant. Averett University will lease the track facility for the creation of intercollegiate track and field programs.

Crime reduction and public safety Recently, the Police Department announced that since implementing neighborhood-oriented policing, the city has seen over a 50 percent drop in violent crime when comparing a three-year window prior to implementation to now.

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The Police Department intends to continue its efforts to connect with youth of all ages through dedicated youth engagement officers. Also, community policing will continue through neighborhood walks, coffee with a cop, added presence in schools, among other activities.

A new police headquarters under construction at 2291 Memorial Drive soon will be completed. The project is a combination of construction of a new building and historic restoration of the original Dan River Inc. building.

The new building will include a large multi-purpose area for community engagement events. The revamped main building will house the department’s various offices, operational space, and records.

In addition, the City of Danville’s Project Imagine program continues to receive national recognition. The program recently was among 14 youth antiviolence intervention efforts across the nation highlighted by the Urban Institute in its released guide for localities that want to reduce youth gun and gang violence. Danville was the only city with a population of less than 100,000 to be included in the guide, which also features programs in major cities such as New

York, Los Angeles, and Houston.

Economic and community development Investments in industrial recruitment, retention and expansion through incentives, and workforce development have led to over $1 billion in capital investment and nearly 4,000 new jobs announced in the region since 2018.

Those numbers include the Caesars Virginia casino resort being developed in the city and Tyson Foods’ new facility that is being built just outside the city limits in the Cane Creek Centre industrial park.

Citizens can watch the casino get built. A livestream camera has been installed at the site. To watch, go to danvilleva.gov/casino.

In the River District, $50 million in public spending has resulted in $252 million in private investment. This private investment includes over 1,100 apartments completed or in development, 17 eating/drinking establishments, and multiple retail and entertainment options.

To encourage continued economic development, over $5 million will be allocated by the City of Danville in the next year for various economic projects, including grant programs, already approved incentives, and investments in local sites and buildings.

Also, $1 million is being set aside for neighborhood revitalization efforts.

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A World of Adventure in Danville, Va.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE CITY OF DANVILLE

Travel to the foothills of Piedmont Virginia in pursuit of a weekend filled with outdoor adventure, fine dining, and friendly faces in Danville and Pittsylvania County.

At the Anglers Ridge Mountain Bike Trail System, discover one of the longest singletrack routes in the region. Over 35 miles of natural-surface trail weave through forested hills and across creeks with options for riders of all levels. You don’t need a bike to enjoy these award-winning trails. Lace up your shoes for a scenic trail run or outing with your dog.

Follow the Dan River for almost a dozen miles on the Riverwalk Trail. Along the way, connect local parks, overlooks, and boat launches with the Danville Science Center and historic downtown. This paved pathway is accessible for adventurers of all ages and abilities to enjoy this charismatic community.

While you’re in town, the outfitters of Danville are there to make sure you have everything you need for a day on the trails. Swing by The Brick for a large stock of shoes, apparel, equipment, and nutrition items that’ll keep you going through those tough climbs.

At Head Up Eyes Forward, shop a wide range of apparel to fit your adventure or to inspire the next one.

Your adventure doesn’t stop with the trails. Reserve a lane at Grizzly’s Hatchet House and try your hand at axe throwing or wander through the exhibits at the AAF Tank Museum. Plus, keep your eyes on the calendar for a schedule Sip and play packed full with festivals, at Grizzly’s concerts, and races in the Hatchet House area. These events are the perfect opportunity around which to plan an extended stay.

Aprés Trail A wide variety of dining options await the hungry explorer. Whether you need a kick start in the morning or a place to refuel after the day’s activities, you’re sure to find something that matches your cravings.

The intimate setting at Links Coffee House Café provides the perfect atmosphere to sip

Explore the Riverwalk (Above)Take in seasonal views

your cup of joe and snack on a pastry. Crema & Vine is a unique offering in the area, combining a coffee shop and wine bar with the tastes from the cafe for an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re on the search for brunch, lunch, or dinner, Golden Leaf Bistro is always an elegant option with live music on Fridays and Saturdays.

Sitting on the patio at Cotton at Riverside Mill, fill up on a menu full of delicious flatbreads, plates, desserts, and spirits as you watch the Dan River flow past. From thai curry and noodle bowls to mouthwatering entrees, you’ll want to try a little bit of everything at Moon River Thai Bistro. Don’t forget about the fresh, seasonal offerings at King Cropp Kitchen or expertly-prepared seafood dishes from the Schoolfield Restaurant.

When you’re ready to settle in for the night, you can’t go wrong with the area’s top lodging destinations. The Bee is a charming boutique hotel, once home to the city’s newspaper, that combines cozy accommodations and modern features in a historic landmark. Experience southern hospitality at its finest when you stay at the Berry Hill Resort, featuring sweeping views of the estate, a swimming pool, five miles of trails, and bike rentals. Just steps from the river, unwind at the Courtyard Danville as you rest up for another day of exploration.

Fill your itinerary with new sights and tastes when you escape to Danville and Pittsylvania County for a relaxing getaway in south-central Virginia. DiscoverDanville.com Written by Ellen Kanzinger. As originally published in Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine, “Trails of the Southeast” Adventure Guide, February 2022

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Glimpse: Danville

• Rich in history, entertainment opportunities, and an attractive location for both new and established businesses.

• Recognized nationally as a Playful City, a designation for cities and towns across the nation that put their children’s wellbeing first by recognizing and harnessing the power of play.

• An ever-growing cultural scene full of creative and forward thinkers.

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Glimpse: Chatham

• A peaceful small-town life with a hearty dose of history.

• Named one of the Best Places to live in Virginia by Niche.com.

• The seat of Pittsylvania County’s government, with affordable, historic neighborhoods and opportunities for outdoor recreation.

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Glimpse: Gretna

• A short drive away from outdoor recreational spots such as Smith Mountain Lake.

• A growing community that offers a quaint atmosphere rooted deeply in its history.

• A hub for travelers headed to or from Lynchburg, Roanoke, Richmond, and Greensboro.

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Glimpse: Hurt

• A peaceful location only a short distance from the conveniences of larger towns.

• An ideal home for families due to strong schools and recreational amenities.

• A residential community with economic diversity and citizenry.

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useums preserve, protect and promote one of the few irreplaceable public assets: the community, the city, and the nation’s collective memory, knowledge and history.

Preserving our Dan River Region Heritage through the DMFAH is a fundamental aspect of maintaining a healthy and prosperous civil society.

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EDUCATION DIRECTORY EDUCATION

Private Schools

Higher Education

Excellence in academics and a balance of cultural and athletic opportunities are available in the region’s public schools. Secular and parochial private schools are also available for preschool students through high school. Adult and continuing education programs are offered by the public school systems.

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• Averett University: 434.791.5600 • Danville Community College: 434.797.2222 • Institute for Advanced Learning & Research: 434.791.4161 • Virginia Technical Institute: 434.369.8200

Public Schools • Danville Public Schools: 434.799.6400 • Pittsylvania County Schools: 434.793.1624, 434.432.2761, 434.656.6248

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Abundant Life Academy: 434.799.8542 Carlisle School: 276.632.7288 Chatham Hall: 434.432.2941 Epiphany Episcopal School: 434.792.4334 Faith Christian Academy: 434.324.8276 Hargrave Military Academy: 434.432.2481 Heritage Academy: 434.432.8380 Sacred Heart School: 434.793.2656 Seventh Day Adventist Elementary: 434.822.0356 Westover Christian Academy: 434.822.0800

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Around Town Glimpse: Amara Harrell

George Washington High School Senior • 1,415 points in her high school career.

• Three years at Carlisle. Senior year at George Washington.

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Athletics VACA and VISAA Interscholastic athletics at the Varsity, JV, and Middle School levels.

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BECAUSE BUILDING A BETTER WORLD STARTS WITH LITERACY.

Ruby B. Archie Public Library 511 Paaon Street · readdanvilleva.org OPEN SIX DAYS A WEEK Featuring over 64,000 tles including new releases, best sellers, graphic novels, old favorites, DVDs, books on CD, and more!

Services include children and adult programming, genealogy and newspaper databases, reference services, prinnng, copying, fax, notary, and more!

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LIBRARIES Danville Public Libraries The Ruby B. Archie Public Library Main Branch 511 Patton Street 434.799.24541

Gretna 207 A Coffey Street 434.656.2579

Pittsylvania County Public Libraries

Mt. Hermon Library 4058 Franklin Turnpike 434.835.0326

Main Branch 24 Military Drive, Chatham 434.432.3271

History Research Center and Library 340 Whitehead Street, Chatham 434.432.8931

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GET INVOLVED Volunteering is an essential, and rewarding, component of a community, and it doesn’t have to be as time consuming as one might imagine. The Dan River region offers many opportunities for people to get involved in helping their community.

Some of the places you can get involved with are:

Dan River Nonprofit Network The Dan River Nonprofit Network delivers support to ensure nonprofit excellence. They believe that the Dan River Region’s nonprofits improve the health, self-sufficiency and quality of life of our community. They provide resources for existing nonprofits, as well as important information for those looking to get involved with those nonprofits. For more information, call 434-792-3700 ext. 226

Boys and Girls Clubs of the Danville Area The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Danville Area strive to inspire young people to realize their full potential as 34

productive, responsible, and caring individuals. Volunteers are always welcome. To get involved, call 434-792-6617.

Danville Area Humane Society Since 1984, DAHS has operated the animal shelter for the City of Danville.

The shelter averages receiving 3,000 animals, including all companion animals, livestock, and exotic pets.

A large group of volunteers offers enrichment activities for the shelter animals. To get involved, call 434-799-0893.

Danville Pittsylvania County Habitat for Humanity DPC Habitat for Humanity utilizes community resources to build affordable housing for low-income families.

Homes are constructed with thoughtful donations of labor, funds, and materials from the community. Since 1991, with the help of community volunteers, DPC Habitat for Humanity has helped over 50 families become homeowners. To get involved, call 434-793-3630.

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God’s Pit Crew God’s Pit Crew delivers hope, h ealing, and restoration to hurting people in times of crisis. GPC serves approximately 175 non-profit agencies each year. Those agencies serve an additional 32,000+ local people per month. To get involved, call 434-836-4472.

God’s Storehouse God’s Storehouse serves as a food pantry and provides education to help people make healthier food choices. More than a hundred local congregations, civic groups, schools, businesses, and individuals support God’s Storehouse. To get involved, call 434-793-3663.

The Salvation Army The Salvation Army has an unwavering willingness to help those in times of trouble. Many times, when a home is overcome by fire or another disaster, people turn to the Salvation Army for assistance. To get involved, call 434-792-3963.

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Getting Outside Glimpse: Nature • Southside Virginia boasts over 680 acres of parks and trails and is rich with athletic fields, playgrounds, picnic sites and shelters.

• Many miles of mountain bike trails, hiking trails, disc-golf courses are only a few ways to get active in the area.

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• For fun, try out the ropes course, zip line, visit the skate park, or take your furry friend to the dog park.

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Glimpse: Riverwalk Trail

• The Riverwalk Trail extends over 9 miles along the historic Dan River.

• The multi-purpose greenway connects 4 parks to multiple businesses, public facilities, and the newly renovated River District.

• Locals use this trail as part of their everyday routine while many more travel from around the region to enjoy all it has to offer on the weekends.

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Parking for the Riverwalk Trail is Available at the Following Trailheads: Crossing at the Dan, Dan Daniel Park, Angler’s Park

Ringgold Trail:

MAJOR PARKS & TRAILS Danville Parks

Anglers Park: 381-acre park, with an extensive paved and unpaved trail system, picnic shelter, river access and a boat ramp.

Ballou Park: 107-acre park with indoor facilities, picnic sites and shelters, paved and unpaved trails, and an 18-hole disc golf course.

Dan Daniel Memorial Park: 180-acre waterfront park with athletic fields, paved and unpaved trails, picnic shelters, river access, Veterans’ Memorial, and the Danville Brave’s baseball stadium.

Evans Park: 107 acres that were donated to the city of Danville in order to one day create a new park for the city. Development for the future is already in the works.

Trails

The Riverwalk Trail:

Nature takes center stage at Danville’s Riverwalk Trail. It lays alongside the Dan River, providing a beautiful, scenic atmosphere for those who use the trail as a source of exercise, mediation, or even a place to spend quality time with their family.

The preferred starting point of the trail is located at the Crossing of the Dan entrance in downtown Danville. Here you’ll get a glimpse of Danville’s storied past through the renovated architecture of the tobacco warehouses and the Amtrak Station located near the Danville Science Center. History comes to life as you cross a revived 1856 railroad bridge that overlooks the Dan River.

Once across the bridge you have the option of going west or east. If you follow the trail to the left (west) you’ll reach a scenic view courtesy of Union Street Bridge. If you travel the eastern side of the trail, you’ll bear witness to nature in all its glory, including a variety of wildlife.

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Located in Ringgold, VA is the locally beloved Richmond and Danville Rail-Trail, also known as the “Ringgold Trail.” This trail’s 5.5 miles are each rich in nature and history. The railroad routes, that are now trails, linked the confederate capital of Richmond with the Southside. Only Confederate president, Jefferson Davis, and the confederate army used this exact route when fleeing from Richmond nearing the end of the war. In 2001, parts of the now trail system, once rail road system, were given to Norfolk Southern Railway system. Currently, there are three trail heads all leading to some of Ringgold’s most beautiful hideaways. Those trailheads include: The Kerns Church Road trailhead, Ringgold Road trailhead, and the central trail head on Shawnee Road. These trails are very accessible for people of all ages and abilities. With accommodations for those with wheelchairs, the trails are made to be enjoyed by all. There is a vintage, red caboose on the trail giving walkers a glimpse into the past.

Small Parks & Playgrounds

Abreu-Grogan Park: 3 acres with river access, a picnic site, and a boat house where one can rent canoes, kayaks, or paddle boards.

Camilla Williams Park: This 7-acre park on Memorial Drive has pretty river views, fishing locations, playgrounds, and picnic shelters.

H.B. Moorefield Park: 8-acre park off of 58 west with a picnic site.

M.C. Martin Park: This 4-acre park is located across from Camilla-Williams Park. It possesses a picnic site.

Bark Park: This 3-acre park, adjacent to Coates Recreation Center, is the only area in the city where dogs are able to run about lease-free.

Doyle Thomas Park: This 4-acre neighborhood park, located on Green Street, has a basketball court, picnic site, and playground.

Grove Park: This 15-acre neighborhood park has a basketball court, picnic shelter, and playground.

Pumpkin Creek Park: 34 acres of mostly undeveloped land; however, this park has athletic fields, a basketball court, a picnic shelter, and a playground.

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Brosville Walking Park: Located on Bulldog lane, and home to the Brosville

Bulldogs, is the Brosville Walking Track.

Six laps on this track equals a full mile.

This track located in the Southern Virginia region, is family and pet friendly.

Wildcat Park: Wildcat Park is located just behind Dan River Middle School on Kentuck Lane. Similar to Titan Park, Wildcat park contains a running/walking track, playground, picnic shelter, and restroom facilities. The track equals one mile after 8 laps are completed Hawk Park: Hawk Park is located just

behind Gretna Middle School on Coffey Street. Hawk Park contains a running/ walking track, a playground, a picnic shelter, and restroom facilities. Hawk Park’s walking track equals a mile after a long 3.5 laps are completed.

Cavalier Park: Located at Chatham Middle School on US Highway 29 is Cavalier Park. Chatham Cavs enjoy the walking track, playground, and picnic shelter that are all implemented in Cavalier Park. On Cavalier Park’s walking track, 8 laps are equal to one mile.

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Titan Park: Titan Park can be found behind Tunstall Middle School, located on Tunstall High Road in Dry Fork, VA. The park includes a running/ walking track, a playground, a picnic shelter, athletic fields, and restroom facilities.

After seven laps, the track is equal to a mile long, making it a great place to go if one is seeking a good environment to exercise. Titan park is family and pet friendly.

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Getting Outside Glimpse: Mountain Biking • The Angler’s Ridge Trail Association and Danville Parks and Recreation partnered to build one of the longest single-track mountain bike trails in the region.

• Clocking in at over 30 miles, Angler’s Ridge is a series of stackedloop trails that offer something to all riders from novice to pro.

• Garnered national recognition after being named the number one bike trail system in Virginia and one of the top 25 in the world by www.singletracks.com.

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Glimpse: Scooters

• Explore the rich history of Danville and enjoy nature at the same time.

• Scooters are available, mainly throughout the downtown area.

• Download the app and get to scooting.

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Getting Outside Glimpse: Bike Share • Parks & Recreation and Tandem Mobility have teamed up to bring bike share back to Danville.

• 25 bikes at 5 stations.

• Explore Danville for $3.00 an hour.

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Glimpse: Smokestack Theatre Company

• Nonprofit organization that offers theater for all.

• Adult shows include “Smokestack Improv”, an evening of hilarious improvisational comedy for 21+ and other staged plays throughout the year.

• Classes and workshops for adults of all ages. Children’s classes and workshops as well as an annual youth production in the summer.

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Glimpse: Danville Farmers’ Market

• Open throughout the spring and summer.

• Find fresh local produce, meats, honey, eggs, baked goods, jams, salsa, pickles, soaps, crafts, and more.

• The Danville Humane Society has a dog wash every 4th Saturday through September.

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Glimpse: Danville Otterbots

• Opening night is June 2 • The team’s goal is to build an atmosphere that provides entertainment for the community and visitors to Danville and Southside Virginia.

• Ball Park has a sensory room designed to accommodate all levels of need.

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Things to Do Glimpse: Blue Ridge Rock Festival • 2ND largest rock festival in the United States.

• September 8th – 11th • Hosted by Virginia International Raceway

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Glimpse: Can’t Miss Events

• May 13 | Danville Festival in the Park

• June 18 | Danville Children’s Festival

• May 13 | Chairman of the Board @ Ballou Park

• July 4 | Danville’s July 4 Celebration

• June 4 | Bridge Street Food Truck Rodeo • June 11 | Devon Allman Project in Concert @ Carrington Pavilion

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AREA ATTRACTIONS 434.251.8177 The Angler’s Ridge Trail Association is composed of avid mountain-bike enthusiasts.

It organizes races for its members and for the public on the Angler’s Ridge Trail System.

The ATA also maintains and improves this challenging trail and continues to make this system the best it can be.

Altillo Vineyards & Winery 434.324.4160 Altillo Vineyards and Winery (formerly named Altavista Vineyards and Winery) is a small family-run vineyard and winery that specializes in limited production of finely crafted wines. It is located four miles south of Altavista, VA, just 6.5 miles from US Hwy 29.

American Armored Foundation Tank Museum 434.836.3532 Journey into the pages of military history at the most extensive international collection of tank and cavalry artifacts in the world.

Collection dates from 1509 to present. Exhibits of 100 tanks and artillery pieces, over 1200 uniforms, 1500 pieces of headgear, Sandbox Soldier exhibit, International Hall of Tank & Calvary Generals and much more is awaiting your visit. Learn and explore military history thru the eyes of the soldier. Prepare yourself for an adventure for both young and old alike.

Birch Creek Motorsports Park 434.836.7629 Birch Creek, located at 12725 Kentuck Road, Sutherlin, attracts bikers from around the 66

country. The Park has a 1.5 mile natural terrain AMA-sanctioned motocross track and an ATV TT National track with lights. The Park hosts many AMA-and ATVA-sanctioned events.

Birthplace of Lady Astor 434.791.2256 • 434.799.0190 Viscountess Nancy Astor was born in Danville, May 19, 1879. She became the first woman to sit in British Parliament. Her sister, Irene, married artist Charles Dana Gibson and inspired the famous “Gibson Girl”. A historical marker is located at the corner of Broad and Main Streets. The Langhorne House is located at 117 Broad Street and is open on Saturdays from 2 - 5 p.m. Tours are also available by appointment.

Callands Clerk’s Office 434.432.9338 Small, but boasting the charm of Williams­ burg, is the restored Callands clerk’s office 11 miles west of Chatham. It was built around 1770 after Pittsylvania County was cut from Halifax County in 1767. Tours available with sufficient advance notice. Precious American Revolutionary history revolved around here.

A dispatch of 1775 describes a meeting in the Callands courthouse where they elected a Committee of Safety to line up against King George III. The annual Callands Festival (also called the Autumn Potpourri festival) is held here every year the first weekend of October.

Civil War Sites 434.793.4636 A self-guided driving tour brochure of 14 Civil War sites in the Danville area is available at the Danville Welcome Center The tour

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Cooper’s Radio Controlled Race Center 434.724.7342 Indoor - dirt oval track radio controlled racing and hobby shop located at 4000 Sago Road, Chatham.

Caswell Council for the Arts Yanceyville, NC • 336.694.4474 Founded in 1977 as a way to celebrate the Arts in Caswell County. It has successfully kept the arts alive through performing arts series and gallery programs.

The Crossing at the Dan 434.797.8961 The Crossing at the Dan, once the bustling Danville & Richmond Rail Yard, has been transformed into educational, entertainment, and recreational facilities. Visitors can shop for farm fresh produce at The Community

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Station (old train station), the museum is dedicated to increasing public awareness of our natural environment. The collection includes mounted animals, native birds, reptiles, amphibians and insects as well as Indian artifacts, fossils and minerals. The museum is open Tuesday thru Saturday from 9:30 to 5, Sunday from 11:30 to 5:00, and for group tours by reservations.

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Market, attend a concert at the Carrington Pavilion, play with interactive science exhibits at The Danville Science Center, attend some of the special events or walk/ bike along the Riverwalk Trail.

Danville OTTerBOTS danvillebaseball21@gmail.com • 434.554.4487 The Danville Otterbots are a summer collegiate baseball team of the Appalachian League. They are located in Danville, Virginia, and play their home games at American Legion Field. Visit the Otterbots website for season information or to purchase tickets online.

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434.797.8961 Located at 629 Craghead Street. The market opens at 8:00 am. Visit the Market every Saturday, May through October. Find your favorite and locally grown fresh produce, baked goods, plants, farm products, and arts & crafts. For additional information contact the Market Manager.

The Danville Concert Association 434.792.9242 Enriching the lives of Danville-area residents for 64 years, The Danville Concert Association is proud of its legacy of musical excellence.

Every fall it offers affordable season tickets to a series of four or five classical music and dance performances.

Danville Pittsylvania County Fairgrounds 434.822.6850 The place for Demolition Derbys, Truck and Tractor Pulls, Rodeos, and the DanvillePittsylvania County Fair! The fairgrounds and all of its events offer fun for all ages. Located on 2400 Cavalier Road, Ringgold, off route 62.

Danville Symphony Orchestra 434.797.2666 The Danville Symphony includes talented musicians who share their music through several yearly free concerts.

Danville Welcome Center 434.793.4636 The Danville Welcome Center is conveniently located at 645 River Park Drive across from Dan Daniel Park just off the Danville Expressway. The design of the building, its furnishings, and the beautiful view receive compliments on a daily basis from visitors, who are treated as “guests.” The staff welcomes all and assists them with their travel or purchases from the well-stocked gift shop.

Estelle H. Womack Natural History Collection 434.791.5160 Located at Danville Science Center Science

434.656.3377 Built in the mid 1900s,, the Gretna Little Theatre originally served as a movie theater before being converted into a grocery store.

Later a “Dime” store moved into the location.

In October 2006 the Gretna Little Theatre was reborn Today it meshes the illustrious history of the theater with a modern touch that makes an enjoyable movie experience for all.

Grist Mills, Pittsylvania County 434.432.2172 During the 18th and 19th centuries, about 100 grist mills were built on Pittsylvania’s waterways. Today, three remain in operation and can be visited by the public.

Grove Street Cemetery 434.793.4636 Danville’s oldest cemetery dating back to post-Revolutionary War days. A detailed brochure is available at the Danville Welcome Center.

The Little Theatre of Danville 434.250.0506 The Little Theatre of Danville, Inc. has created theatrical magic in Southside Virginia since 1948. It has provided entertainment for audiences in the Southside Virginia/Piedmont North Carolina region with stage productions, audience-participation murder mysteries, comedy, drama, and musicals.

Martinsville Speedway 1.877.722.3849 A trip to the Martinsville Speedway is more than a race. It is an experience you will always remember. From the noise of the fans and the cars whirring around the track to the food vendors, souvenir stands, camping, and friendly locals, you will enjoy every moment of your visit to the track.

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434.793.SHOW (7469) Come see a top professional live show at the beautifully restored Historic North Theatre Performing Arts Center in Danville, VA. In 2005 this beautiful 1947 art deco, live/movie theatre underwent a complete $3.5 million restoration.

This charming venue seats 500 with a full balcony. In 2012 World Champion Illusionist Wayne Alan became the new owner and after additional renovations he reopened it on the 65th Anniversary of the original opening. The theatre hosts top celebrity touring concerts and shows, a number of other productions, festivals and special events, in addition to Mr. Alan’s theatre touring show. Meeting & special event facilities available.

The Homeplace Vineyard 434.432.9463 The Homeplace farm has been a family operation for four generations, and we are proud of our heritage. The farm was originally purchased in 1912. Traditionally a tobacco farm, the first grapes were planted in March 2005 and currently grows approximately 5,600 vines on just over 9 acres. Logs were taken from several tobacco barns to construct a cabin as the tasting room. The cabin is located on the site of the original homeplace house, which was destroyed by fire in December, 1979.

The National Cemetery Located on Lee Street, the National Cemetery is the final resting place for more than 1,300 Union soldiers. Most of these Civil War veterans died in one of the city’s six infamous prisoner-of-war camps, including Confederate Prison No. 6, which still stands in downtown 68

Danville. The national cemetery also features four group burials containing the remains of World War II soldiers who died overseas.

The National TobaccoTextile Museum The exhibit has a limited selection of items that were displayed at the museum in Danville. For the past 10 years the items have been in storage; in February 2013, the exhibit became a part of the Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex located on U.S. 29 north of Chatham. The museum is open 9 am-4 pm, Monday through Friday for self-guided tours.

Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex Chatham, VA The Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex is a multipurpose facility. It’s mission, through the Olde Dominion Agricultural Foundation, is to promote and support local agriculture while offering a community based facility to educate and entertain. It is a venue for the Virginia Grown Farmers’ Market which features fresh products produced locally within Pittsylvania, Henry, Franklin, Bedford, Campbell, & Halifax counties throughout growing season. The James T. Emerson Education & Conference Center has a maximum capacity of 500 people which can be divided up into three classrooms which accommodate up to 150 people each.

The Complex features a 53,000 square foot covered arena that is perfectly suited to host a variety of activities from concerts, antique shows, rodeos, to livestock shows, equestrian events or cattle sales. And it currently houses a tobacco exhibit on loan for the The National Tobacco-Textile Museum.

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Piedmont Arts Association Martinsville, VA • 276.632.3221 A part of the Martinsville-Henry County community since 1961, when Virginia Museum of Fine Arts encouraged the formation of a statewide network of local chapters, Piedmont Arts has been bringing visual arts, performing arts and arts education to Southern Virginia for over 50 years. Piedmont Arts’ galleries feature rotating exhibits of work by national and international artists.

The museum also hosts performing arts on and off site, including concerts, plays and lectures. Piedmont Arts’ mission is to facilitate ongoing enrichment of the lives of the people of Martinsville, Henry County and the surrounding area, through positive exposure, education and experiences in the visual and performing arts. Through these efforts, Piedmont Arts also contributes to the economic, educational and cultural vitality of our community.

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434.793.4636 Danville is home to one of the pre-eminent collections of Victorian and Edwardianera architecture in the Commonwealth.

Millionaire’s Row is a symbol of Danville’s, and the South’s, history. These mansions are typically not open for public tours; however, the Danville Welcome Center has a Victorian Walking Tour brochure, as well as The Secrets Inside brochure with information and contact numbers.

Riverwalk Trail 434.793.4636 Giving people the chance to come out and enjoy nature, the Riverwalk Trail is a ninemile path that exposes you to some of the best views in Danville. The trail will take you through different parks, historic sites, and local businesses.

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Pittsylvania County History Research Center and Library 434.432.8931 The Center is located in the renovated 1918 Southern Railway Depot just off Depot Street in Chatham. In addition to preserving local veterans’ history, it is important to provide recognition of the contributions that a railroad presence had on the economic and social foundation of Chatham and Pittsylvania County. The station agent’s section contains a model train exhibit representing the 1874 rail line through the County. The Center is also a museum with temporary and permanent artifact exhibits, including clothing, tools, crafts, and photographs. The library provides computers for research as well as a state-of-the art microfilm reader/printer, printed resources, and databases.

Pittsylvania Co. Courthouse 434.432.2041 Built in 1853, this Greek Revival structure has been elegantly restored. The clerk’s office maintains records back to 1747 and provides in-depth genea-logical records. Open Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m.

The Prizery, South Boston VA 434.572.8339 The Prizery is an arts and cultural center located in a 38,000 square foot building that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as part of the South Boston Historic Tobacco Warehouse District, and is considered to be the most architecturally prominent and interesting of the 15 buildings in the 20 acre district. Renovation began in 2002, and the facility includes a welcome center, a performing arts theatre, an art gallery, classrooms and a large space for community functions. Today the Prizery plays host to performers from throughout the world in the 250-seat Chastain Theatre, exhibits art in the Robert F. Cage Art Gallery, provides venues for events and rentals, houses a Revolutionary War exhibit called the Crossing of the Dan, and makes a wide range of classes available - from music to art.

The Richmond-Miles Museum 336.694.4965 Located in the Graves-Florence-Gatewood house on Main Street in Yanceyville, North Carolina. The Museum was the home of the late Caswell artist, Maude Gatewood, and is now the headquarters for the Caswell County Historical Association.

434.770.1974 An easy 60-90 minute brisk walk takes you into the heart of Danville, Virginia’s Historic District. Your guide will tell stories about the buildings ... and the secrets within their walls. The tour begins on the back step of the Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History.

Reservations are required. There are no tours on major holidays.

Simpson Funeral Museum 434.432.1085 The Museum serves as a historical resource to provide the public with a learning experience on the history of funeral service.

The location of the museum is the original site of the first funeral home in Chatham, Virginia, in the late 1800’s. Located at 16 South Main Street, Chatham.

Smith Mountain Lake and Visitors Center and Dam 540.985.2587 The visitor’s center at Smith Mountain is open to the public with a view overlooking the dam.

Exhibits tell the history of the dam and how power is generated at the unique two-lake complex. There is a picnic area located below the Smith Mountain Dam on Leesville Lake open to the public every day.

Sounds Around Danville, VA - Digital Audio Tours In the heart of Southern Virginia, Danville and Pittsylvania County are home to three great museums and a multitude of cultural opportunities. From historical landmarks to state-of-the-art research laboratories, there is something for everyone to learn and experience in the region. Stories abound, woven in and around the rich and varied history of the region. This menu of audio podcasts provides a glimpse of some of the highlights here.

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Veterans Memorial

434.572.9200 The museum is operated for the collection, exhibition, and preservation of antiques, works of art, books, and physical items, which are historically significant to the past, present, and future heritage of Halifax County and Southside Virginia. It further performs and encourages research, publishes, exhibits, and preserves the results of such research.

434.793.0884 The Veterans Memorial is a beautiful tribute to all the Veterans who “did what they had to do.” It stands as a reminder for generations to come of all the brave men and women who gave of themselves to protect the freedom that we enjoy. Over 5500 Veterans are honored with an individual brick on the Memorial Walkway located in the Dan Daniel Park, River Point Drive, Danville. Open year-round, dawn to dusk.

South Boston Speedway

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434.572.4947 Dubbed “America’s Hometown Track” South Boston Speedway has been attracting drivers from across Virginia and the nation for 48 years. The history of South Boston Speedway is legendary as are the legions of drivers who have raced here. Racing begins in April and runs through early November. South Boston has produced a number of drivers who have gone on to find success in NASCAR’S national series.

Tomahawk Mill Winery 434.432.1063 (appt) In 1888, a few miles from Chatham, Virginia, James Anderson opened his Tomahawk Creek grist mill to serve local farmers. One hundred years later, the mill was closed, and the first grapes were planted on the hill above the mill pond. The first Chardonnay vintage was produced in 1990.

Town of Chatham Walking Tour 434.432.8153 Established as a town in 1777 during the American Revolution, Chatham features domestic Victorian and post-Victorian architecture.

Walking tour brochures available at the Town of Chatham or on the web site.

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888.264.6323 (appt) Small family-run meadery located on 340 East Store Lane, Chatham.

Wreck of the Old 97 & Old 97 Mural 434.793.4636 On September 27, 1903, a Southern Express train crashed in Danville killing eleven persons and injuring six. The event inspired the famous ballad of the same name. Marker is located on U.S. 58 between Locust Lane and North Main Street at the train crash site. The Old 97 is depicted in Danville’s first historic mural which was completed in December 2005 by mural artist and illustrator Wes Hardin.

Yates Tavern The only block-house standing in Pittsylvania County and possibly the state, Yates Tavern is located on U.S. 29 business about a fourth of a mile south of Gretna. It was built around 1750 and sheltered travelers in what was then a western wilderness. The Yates family came to Pittsylvania County earlier than 1767 when both John Yates and John Yates Jr. were listed among the first tithables. It is not clear which of the Yates family members built the tavern.

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Our Things Neighbors to Do Glimpse: Bedford • Named Top Small Adventure Town by readers of Blue Ridge Outdoors.

• Explore wineries, orchards, and more than 25 trails for hiking, biking, wildlife, and horseback riding.

• Home to the National D-Day Memorial, a deeply moving tribute to the American and Allied forces that fought in the largest amphibious invasion of all time.

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Our Neighbors Things to Do Glimpse: South Boston • South Boston is showing signs of renewed vitality and has recently seen interest in new restaurants, specialty shops, and entertainment businesses.

• The Prizery continues to be a gem of vital artistic and cultural contributions in downtown.

• Downtown South Boston has become a hotspot for those seeking downtown living by offering market-rate housing while preserving a piece of architectural tobacco heritage.

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Our Things Neighbors to Do Glimpse: Town of Halifax

• Downtown revitalization is in full swing.

• Natural resources are a great draw to visitors and a favored pastime for residents with more boating, fishing, canoeing/kayaking, and wildlife activities increasing at the Banister Lake Boat Landing and King’s Bridge Landing river access areas.

• Staunton River State Park nearby continues to attract people from near and far.

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“This small, stately Southern town successfully weathers the wind of change while preserving a profound respect for its heritage.” - Cooperative Living Magazine

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Halifax County, Virginia What makes your heart race?

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gohalifaxva.com 1180 Bill Tuck Highway, South Boston, VA 24592 | 434.572.2543

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General Things Information to Do Animal Information

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV): 866.368.5463 or 804.497.7100 Offices: 126 Sandy Court Suite C, Danville and 1301-H Main Street, Altavista

TELEVISION STATIONS: • WDBJ 7: 540.344.7000 • WSET 13: 434.797.9713 • WSLS 10: 540.981.9126 • River City TV: 434.773.8106

Garbage Collection • City of Danville: 434.799.5245 • Town of Chatham: 434.432.9515 • Town of Gretna: 434.656.6572 • Town of Hurt: 434.324.4411 • First Piedmont Corp: 434.432.0211

Emergency Services • Emergency Medical Services: 911 • Emergency Fire Department: 911

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• Dog Licenses—Danville: 434.799.5140 • Animal Control—Pittsylvania County: 434.432.7937 • Danville Area Humane Society: 434.799.0843 • Pittsylvania Pet Center: 434.433.2715

RADIO STATIONS: • Country Legends 105.9 FM: 434.799.1010 • Big Hits 102.5/1330 AM: 434.793.1330 • WAKG FM 103.3: 434.797.4290 • 1045 The Dan: 434.793.1045 • WDVA 1250 AM—Danville’s Christian Choice: 434.797.1250 • WKBY 1080 AM: 434.432.8108 • WMNA FM – Talk Radio: 434.432.4730

Building Codes/Permits

City of Danville: 434.799.5263 Pittsylvania County: 434.432.7755

Communications and Media MAGAZINES: • Showcase Magazine (monthly): 434.709.7349 • Evince Magazine (monthly): 434.709.7349 • Come Visit Our Town (annual): 434.709.7349

NEWSPAPERS: • Danville Register & Bee (daily): 434.793.2311 • The Star-Tribune (weekly): 434.432.2791 • Piedmont Shopper (weekly): 434.822.1800 78

Services

Driver’s License/Auto Registration: A Virginia driver’s license is required after residence has been established.

A person must be 16 years and three months of age to obtain a Virginia driver’s license. To license an automobile in Virginia, a valid title of ownership must be established with the state and proof of sales and use tax furnished. Vehicles must be inspected annually.

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Medical Facilities

Danville and Pittsylvania County are home to world-class medical facilities that provide care for the region, and a variety of general practitioners and specialists.

• SOVAH Health • 434.799.2100 • Centra Medical Group • 434.857.3600 • Piedmont Access to Health Services 434.791.3630 • Pittsylvania-Danville Health Department 434.799.5190 | 434.432.7232

Rehabilitation Centers • Chatham Health and Rehabilitation Center • 434.432.0471 • Danville Orthopedic & Athletic Rehab 434.797.1504 • Danville Speech and Hearing Center 434.793.8255 • Gretna Health & Rehab Center 434.656.1206 • Piney Forest Health Care Center 434.799.1565 • Riverside Health Care Center 434.791.3800 • Speech and Occupational Therapistsc • 434.799.7732 • Spectrum Medical • 434.793.4711 Nursing Homes • Roman Eagle Memorial Home: 434.836.9510 • Stratford Healthcare Center: 434.799.4540 Assisted Living • Brookdale Senior Living: 434.205.0683 • Commonwealth Senior Living: 888.375.8997 • Emeritus of Danville Assisted Living: 434.791.3180

Police (Non-Emergencies)

• Danville Police Department: 434.799.5111 • Danville Sheriff’s Office: 434.799.5135 • Pittsylvania County Sheriff: 434.432.7800 • Chatham Police Department: 434.432.9515 • Gretna Police Department: 434.656.6123 • Hurt Police Department: 434.324.8511 • Virginia State Police: 800.553.3144

Utilities

Electrical Power: • City of Danville: 434.799.5155 • Appalachian Power a unit of American Electric Power: 800.956.4237 • Dominion Virginia Power: 888.667.3000 • Mecklenburg Electric: 434.656.1288 or 800.989.1289 • Southside Electric: 800.552.2118 Cable: • Comcast Cable: 888.266.2278 • Chatmoss Cablevision: 434.685.1521

Internet Services: • Comcast: 888.233.5638 • Gamewood Technology Group: 434.792.2253 or 877.799.4611 • GCR Online: 800.239.8670 • FairPoint Communications: 434.656.2291 • Mecklenburg Communications: 877.888.8290 • Verizon: 888.625.8111 Natural Gas: • City of Danville: 434.799.5280 • Columbia Gas of Virginia: 800.543.8911 Telephone Service: • CenturyLink: 866.3046820 • FairPoint Communications: 434.656.2291 • Verizon: 800.837.4966 – Residential Services 800.826.2355 – Business Services Water: • City of Danville: 434.799.5280 • Pittsylvania County Service Authority: 434.836.7135 • Town of Chatham: 434.432.9515 • Town of Gretna: 434.656.6572 • Town of Hurt: 434.324.4411

Voting

To vote in Virginia, a person must be 18-years-old and a resident of the Commonwealth. Voter registration is required 30 days prior to a general election.

VOTER REGISTRATION: • Danville: 434.799.6560 • Pittsylvania County: 434.432.7971

Resource List

• Better Business Bureau: 540.342.3455 • Community Foundation of the Dan River Region: 434.793.0884 • Dan River Business Development Center: 434.793.9100 • Danville Community Market: 434.797.8961 • Danville Economic Development Office: 434.793.1753 • Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce: 434.836.6990 • Danville Regional Foundation: 434.799.2176

• Danville Welcome Center: 434.793.4636 • Downtown Danville Association: 434.791.4470 • Longwood University SBDC: Dan River: 434.797.8482 • Pittsylvania County Economic Development: 434.432.1669 • Social Security Administration: 800.772.1213 • U.S. Postal Service Danville: 434.792.4576 Chatham: 434.432.4321 Gretna: 434.656.1830 Hurt: 434.324.4804 • Veterans Affairs: 800.827.1000

Recreation

Public Golf Courses: • Ringgold Golf Club: 434.822.8728 • Caswell Pines Golf Club: 910.694.2255 • Cedars Country Club: 434.656.9909 • Goodyear Golf Club: 434.797.1909 • Southern Hills Golf Course and Swim Club: 434.793.2582 Area Lakes • Buggs Island Lake: 50 miles east near Clarksville, Virginia • Philpott Lake: 45 miles west near Martinsville, Virginia • Elkhorn Lake: Sandy Beach, pool, slides, basketball, volleyball, camping.

800.680.5253 • Leesville Lake - 40 miles northwest (located in Pittsylvania, Campbell, and Bedford Counties) • Smith Mountain Lake 30 miles northwest (located in Pittsylvania, Franklin, and Bedford Counties) • Paradise Lake & Campground 434.836.2620, 866.836.2126 • Hyco Lake - 25 miles southeast near Roxboro, North Carolina

Employment

Employment Services: • Virginia Employment Commission 434.549.8220 • Job Postings: www.dpchamber.org/joblistings/all

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General Things Information to Do Glimpse: Transportation

• Bus Transportation— Danville: 434.799.5144

• Herndon Limousine Service: 434.792.1521

• Danville Regional Airport: 434.799.5110

• Yellow Cab: 434.791.1666

• Danville Taxi: 434.793.5671

• Lyft: www.lyft.com

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• Greyhound Bus Lines: 800.231.2222

• Uber: www.uber.com

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General Things Information to Do Glimpse: Top Employers Danville/Pittsylvania County’s largest employers:

• Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company – 2300

• American National Bank – 351

• Pittsylvania County School System – 1465

• Unique Industries – 325

• SOVAH Health – 1300 • Danville Public Schools – 1289 • City of Danville – 1116 • Morgan-Olsen – 700

• Intertape Polymer Group – 280 • EBI – 269 • Danville Pittsylvania Community Services – 266

• Buitoni Food Company – 640

• VIRginia International Raceway – 251

• Averett University – 500

• Elkay Manufacturing – 247

• Wal-Mart – 474

• Essel Propack – 232

• Pittsylvania County – 381

• Medical Facilities of America Riverside Health & Rehabilitation – 208

• Roman Eagle Memorial Home – 376 • Food Lion – 376 • Danville Community College – 368

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• PRA Group – 350

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General Things Information to Do Glimpse: Climate

How’s the Weather in Danville?

• Annual High Temperature: 69.9°F • Annual Low Temperature: 45.9°F

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• Average Temperature: 57.9°F

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General Information PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY BEAUTIFULLY CENTERED ON THE EASTERN SEABOARD The City of Danville and Pittsylvania County are located in south-central Virginia along the North Carolina border, within a day’s drive of twothirds of the nation’s population.

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An excellent highway system coupled with easy access to Interstates 40, 81 and 85 make our region extremely well-suited to reach mid-Atlantic markets and international shipping facilities.

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Sponsor Things toDirectory Do

Simpson Realty | 21 Solex Architecture | 7

A1 Custom Window Tinting | 20

Main Street Art Collective | 46

Sylvan Learning | 39

American National Bank | 35

Mountain Valley Brewing | 39

River District Artisans | 51

Beacon Credit Union | 21

Office Plus | 57

The Bee Boutique Hotel | 89

BG Trailer Rentals | 32

PATHS | 83

The Ruby B. Archie Public Library | 32

Brookland Eats | 71

Poole’s Plumbing | 61

Town of Halifax | 77

Carter Craig | 45

PRA Group | 2

Tricia Gammon-State Farm Agent | 26

Chuck’s Meats & Deli | 46

Ramsey Yeatts and Associates, Realtors | 49

Truist Wealth | 39

City of Danville, Office of Economic Development | 12

River City Tans | 63

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Clearview Glass Company | 61

River District Artisans | 51

Westover Christian Academy | 30

Clement & Wheatley | 7

River District Association | 65

Wilkins Realty | 3

Crema & Vine | 53

Riverstreet Networks | 17

Wilson Lawn and Garden | 25

Danville Area Humane Society | 74

Satterfield Insurance Agency, Inc. | 49

Woodall Automotive Network | 74

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Septic Safety | 26

YMCA Danville | 44

Fine Arts and History | 27 Danville Regional Foundation | 91 Danville Toyota | 81 Danville Utilities | 85 DCC Education Foundation | 31 Debra Fugate | 80 Demont Design | 11 Destination Bedford VA | 73 Dewberry | 59 Dodson Distributing | 26 Family of Hands | 61 First Piedmont Corp | 49 Halifax Department of Tourism | 77 Haymore and Holland | 23 Hodnett Septic Tank Cleaning | 77 Institute for Advanced Learning & Research Technology | 19 Kings Grant | 43 Laura Mae Photography | 41 Lavinder Group & Associates | 63

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INTRODUCING THE BEE HOTEL With its buzzworthy backstory and unique urban style, The Bee made a headline-making hotel debut in Danville’s bustling River District.

420 Patton Street Danville, Virginia 24541

T: 434-234-9440 Email: gm@danvillebeehotel.com

www.danvillebeehotel.com

The 47-room newcomer is located in what was once home to the city’s iconic broadsheet, The Danville Register & Bee. Now freshly reimagined as a warm and welcoming home base for business travelers and Virginia vacationers, offering the largest rooms for the value in addition to apartment suites ideal for extended stay.

Located in the heart of Southern Virginia on the banks of the Dan River, Danville blends small-town charm with rich Civil War history.

A one-time textile and tobacco epicenter, it offers easy access to Virginia International Raceway and future Caesars Virginia casino.

Where Contemporary and Historic Meet in The River District SUITES One and Two Bedroom Suites Ideal for extended stays, nearly half of the hotel’s guest rooms are light filled loft-style retreats featuring full kitchens, lightening fast WiFi and smart TVs.

FEATURES & AMENITIES: • Free high-speed WiFi • 43 or 55-inch HDTV with Cable Streaming Services • Work Desk with Ergonomic Chair • Mini-fridge and Microwave

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: • Danville’s River Walk Trail • Averett University • Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History

• Keurig Coffee Maker

• Virginia International Speedway

• Premium Bath Amenities

• Anglers Ridge Mountain

• Hair Dryer

Bike Trail

• Iron and Ironing Board

• Danville Otterbots

• Pet-friendly

• Danville Science Center

• Smoke-free

• Dan Daniel Memorial Park

• Fitness Center

• Tank Museum

• Rooftop Deck (seasonal)

• Wreck of the Old 97

• Free Parking

• Local Craft Brewing Companies

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