URW TO HOST END OF YEAR BUSINESS AFTER HOURS HOLIDAY EDITION

2024 DREAM LAUNCH BOOTCAMP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Now Open for Registration

$100K available in area pitch competitions open to local entrepreneurs that complete the Dream Launch Bootcamp

DANVILLE VA – The River District Association (RDA) is excited to announce that registration has opened for the sixth cohort of the River District Association Dream Launch Bootcamp. Since the start of the program in 2019, nearly 600 individuals have registered for the Bootcamp classes. Additionally, 209 Dream Launch Bootcamp Certificates have been earned by individuals completing all 6 classes.

The RDA Dream Launch Bootcamp is for anyone who wishes to learn more about opening, owning, and operating a business in the Dan River Region; the Bootcamp is also open to current businesses that would like to expand as well as those that would like to audit the courses to prepare for potentially opening a business in the future. There is no cost to participate in the Bootcamp. Classes will be held via Zoom beginning in mid-January with one class in-person in Danville.

GOD'S STOREHOUSE COLLECTING CANS FOR CHRISTMAS

SOUTHSIDE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE YOUTH TOUR TO NATION'S CAPITAL

Southside Electric Cooperative invites high school juniors to apply for next summer's Electric Cooperative Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. Application deadline is Jan. 31, 2024.

SEC will take several students from its 18-county service area on the June 17-21, 2024, trip. The Cooperative pays all the expenses for its students.

Students and chaperones will spend a day on Capitol Hill, visit many of D.C.'s iconic sites, see a Major League Baseball game, visit an electric cooperative, enjoy dinner while cruising the Potomac River and much more.

Interested students should visit the link below to learn more about applying for the trip. They can also contact Mark Thomas at SEC at mark.thomas@sec.coop or 434-645-3276.

VA DEPT OF HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMEMORATES TWO HISTORIC SITES IN DANVILLE

Plaques to Be Dedicated in Danville, for Two Historic Sites Listed in the Green Book

Early next week, new plaques will be unveiled in the City of Danville

to commemorate two sites featured in the Green Book, a 20th-century travel guide

for African Americans during the Jim Crow era of segregation. The plaques will be

attached to existing historical highway markers installed by the Department of

Historic Resources (DHR) that highlight the histories of the sites.

The public dedication ceremony for the plaques will be held Tuesday, December 12,

starting at 2 p.m. at 320 Holbrook Street (24541), the headquarters of the Alpha

Kappa Alpha Sorority’s local chapter in Danville. The event is open to members of

the public. Free streetside parking will be available for attendees. The 300 block of

Holbrook Street will be closed off starting at 1:30 p.m.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM MARTINSVILLE SPEEDWAY

CFDRR SHARES REPORT OF PROGRESS

The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region featured 2023 Progress Report-Making a Difference! at its Appreciation Luncheon held Thursday, November 9, 2023 at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research.

One hundred twenty guests heard from Community Foundation Board Members and staff, who spoke on four areas of progress in The Foundation’s work. Kathy Milam, Executive Director, described significant institutional legacy gifts to The Foundation that have increased its assets since inception in 1996. Information was shared about endowed funds established from assets of Faith Home, Inc., Dan River Foundation, The Free Clinic of Danville, and National Tobacco Textile Museum.

RING IN THE NEW YEAR IN DANVILLE'S RIVER DISTRICT

VIP tickets are now available! VIP includes indoor stage viewing area, food, heat, private bar & champagne toast at midnight!

DCC EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION SPREADS HOLIDAY CHEER WITH 10TH ANNUAL "GREAT POINSETTIA DROP"

For the last 10 years, through rain, sleet, snow, or dead of night, 150 3-foot tall poinsettia plants miraculously show up on the doorsteps of Danville Community College Educational Foundation (DCCEF) donors, stakeholders, partners, and board members across the college’s service region (City of Danville, Halifax County and Pittsylvania County), just in time for the Holiday Season.

“It’s one of the weeks we enjoy the most throughout the year,” said Shannon Hair, Vice President of Institutional Advancement & Development and Executive Director of the DCCEF. “Every year, we rent a 26-foot U-Haul truck and spend a full week picking up load after load of these beautiful poinsettias and delivering them to our many supporters to remind them of how much we appreciate their generosity and friendship throughout the year.” 

DCC Celebrates Completion of First Cybersecurity Training Cohort

Chamber and DCC Partnered to Secure $850,000 Funding for the Training

Danville Community College (DCC) is proud to announce the successful completion of its first 16-week Cybersecurity Training Program cohort. The completion ceremony for the inaugural cohort took place on Monday, December 4 at 5:30 p.m. at the Shields Student Center on the DCC campus.

“We’re incredibly proud of our inaugural cohort of cybersecurity training completers,” said Chadrick Younger, Director of Workforce Services. “They displayed enormous determination and persistence throughout the 16-week training and have a lot to show for their hard work.”

UNITED WAY LAUNCHES ONLINE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

United Way of Danville-Pittsylvania County has launched its on-line 2024-2026 Request for Proposal for local human service nonprofits serving Danville and/or Pittsylvania County. Use the link below to complete your application. 

The United Way of Danville-Pittsylvania County (UWDPC) is now accepting applications for the 2024–2026 (2 year) funding cycle from local human services, nonprofit organizations serving Danville and/or Pittsylvania County.  

Deadline January 18, 2024

DANVILLE CONCERT ASSOCIATION PRESENTS:

FIRST NATIONAL BANK CELEBRATES 115TH ANNIVERSARY WITH CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY

Altavista, VA, November 28, 2023 - First National Bank (the “Bank”), celebrating 115 years as a community bank, is hosting a Customer Appreciation Day on Friday, December 15th, 2023. All 18 branches of First National Bank will have birthday cake available to customers from 9:00am to 5:00pm.

First National Bank was founded in Altavista on December 17th, 1908. Since then, the Bank has grown to nearly 200 employees serving market areas consisting of the Counties of Amherst, Bedford, Campbell and Pittsylvania, and the Cities of Charlottesville, Danville, and Lynchburg. The Company has a total of eighteen (18) branches with one (1) branch in Amherst County within the Town of Amherst, two (2) branches in Bedford County; five (5) branches in Campbell County, including two (2) within the Town of Altavista, where the Bank was founded; one (1) branch in the City of Charlottesville, three (3) branches in

the City of Danville; three (3) branches in the City of Lynchburg; and three (3) branches in Pittsylvania County, including one (1) within the Town of Chatham.

For more information, please contact Jacob Stalnaker and Kurt Martin, Marketing and Communications Associates, at (434) 477-5883 or at marketing@1stnatbk.com

SOLEX ARCHITECTURE CELEBRATES DECADE OF ARCHITECTURAL EXCELLENCE

Solex Architecture recently announced its 10-year anniversary, a decade of architectural innovation and design excellence. Since its establishment in 2013, Solex Architecture has continuously raised the bar by creating captivating and functional spaces.

Solex Architecture is a distinguished architecture and interior design firm known for its relentless pursuit of innovation, sustainability, and design excellence. With a decade of experience, the company has solidified its reputation as a leader in the industry, consistently delivering outstanding architectural solutions. The firm has seen continued growth due to its focus on practical yet creative designs while maintaining a client-focused approach.

AVERETT UNIVERSITY TO FREEZE TUITION FOR 2024-2025 ACADEMIC YEAR

Averett University has announced that it will freeze tuition for all undergraduates for the 2024-25 academic year. This move keeps costs the same as the 2023-24 academic year.

“There are many reasons that Averett University is a great place to further one's education, and affordability is often at the top of the list,” said Averett President Dr. Tiffany M. Franks. “We know how challenging the costs of a high-quality higher education can be to many of our students and their families, and we have worked very hard to be able to offer this tuition freeze. It will allow even more individuals the ability to receive an education that will transform their lives, positioning them for successful careers and leadership roles after graduation.”

WESTMORELAND PARK GROUND BREAKING CEREMONY

Westmoreland Neighborhood Organization (WNO) is thrilled to

announce the groundbreaking for the redevelopment of the former Westmoreland School property into Westmoreland Park on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., at the corner of Spruce Street and Sycamore Street..

We invite everyone to attend the December 14 groundbreaking ceremony that aims to turn green space in a historic African-American neighborhood into a wonderful, welcoming park for residents of the Westmoreland area and Danville, as a whole.

DANVILLE SCIENCE CENTER TO HOST HOLIDAY MOVIE NIGHT

Get into the spirit of the season and support the Danville Science Center with special activities and a showing of Prancer: A Christmas Tale!

Tickets for this special fundraiser are $10 per person. This special one-evening-only event is capped at 95 guests, so secure your spot today!

BOJANGLES CATERING FOR THE HOLIDAYS