A former Tyson Foods employee is suing the company, alleging racial discrimination, workplace violence and repeated threats from supervisors who, according to the lawsuit, are still employed by the company.

Pittsylvania County is positioning itself for billions of dollars in potential investment, with local leaders pointing to industrial growth, data centers and infrastructure expansion as key drivers of the region’s future economy.

Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal crash that happened in Pittsylvania County on Sunday evening.

The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday that a man had been taken into custody and charged after an isolated shooting in the county Thursday morning.

Southern Virginia could see a population surge in the coming years as thousands of new jobs are expected in Danville and Pittsylvania County, raising questions about whether the region’s housing supply and infrastructure can keep pace with the growth.

Virginia State Police is investigating a Pittsylvania County crash that claimed the life of a 65-year-old man.

A proposed project at the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill could bring a $73 billion investment to Pittsylvania County over the next 30 years, potentially creating about 2,050 jobs with an average starting salary of roughly $80,500, local officials say.

The Danville Police Department and Pittsylvania County Police Department announced Tuesday that it had arrested two individuals and charged them with murder in connection to a missing persons case.

The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday that it had successfully resolved a barricade situation that resulted in the peaceful apprehension of a suspect.

A group of Pittsylvania County residents is circulating a petition to remove a member of the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors following a recent shoplifting charge.

Italian rocket manufacturer Avio plans to invest $500 million to build a facility at the Southern Virginia Multimodal Park in Hurt, a project expected to create more than 1,000 jobs and mark the largest economic investment in the area’s history.

Governor Spanberger announced Monday that Avio USA will invest approximately $500 million to establish a new manufacturing facility in Pittsylvania County.

Pittsylvania County officials voted 6-1 Tuesday to censure Supervisor Tim Dudley. The resolution removes Dudley from all board-appointed committees but allows him to keep his role as supervisor.

A Pittsylvania County deputy was injured after his car ran off the roadway during an attempt to stop a violator, Virginia State Police said.

The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public of telephone scams that are occurring in the area.

Virginia State Police is investigating a Pittsylvania County crash that claimed the life of a 33-year-old woman.

A 7-year-old boy died following a crash Sunday night in Pittsylvania County amid winter storm conditions, according to Virginia State Police.

The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday that it had identified the remains of an individual who was previously reported as last seen walking in the area of Climax Road in 2023.

Construction is underway at the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill, but a proposed rezoning measure has sparked concerns among Pittsylvania County residents about the area’s future development.

Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors member Timothy Wayne Dudley was charged after a shoplifting incident that occurred in November, Altavista Police Department said.

The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s office announced Tuesday night that it was investigating after deputies at the Pittsylvania County Jail discovered an inmate unresponsive in his cell Monday morning.

A traffic pursuit in Pittsylvania County ended in a fatal officer-involved shooting, according to Virginia State Police.

Partial human remains were found in Pittsylvania County late this morning.

The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday evening that it arrested a 16-year-old student after they brought a firearm to Dan River High School.

The innovative alert system seeks to enhance safety on rural roads by notifying drivers of nearby slow-moving traffic, including horse-drawn buggies.

The Virginia State Police announced Monday that it was investigating a two-vehicle crash that resulted in the death of a 44-year-old North Carolina man Sunday.

A proposed natural gas pipeline expansion has raised concerns among Pittsylvania County property owners, particularly those already hosting multiple pipeline infrastructure on their land.

Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal crash in Pittsylvania County that left a 36-year-old man dead.

23 fawns were killed when two dogs broke into an enclosure at Ringgold Wildlife Rescue, sparking controversy and devastating the facility’s owner.

The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office issued a statement warning of an ongoing jury duty scam that is impacting the area.

Law enforcement agencies arrested more than 180 individuals and seized multiple weapons and drugs during a week-long operation in Danville, Pittsylvania County and surrounding areas officials announced Monday.

The 2025 General Election will be held on Nov. 4. You can find results for Pittsylvania County here.

A tractor-trailer crash on US-58, near the Danville/Pittsylvania County line, is causing major delays.

Law enforcement is searching for a man considered to be “armed and dangerous,” Pittsylvania County Public Safety said on Monday.

A Virginia State Police trooper was injured after being struck by a vehicle while assisting a disabled vehicle on Saturday, VSP said.

Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal crash in Pittsylvania County.

The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office announced Friday that it had arrested a 43-year-old man wanted in North Carolina.

The annual Career Choice Youth Expo is back, drawing thousands of middle and high school students.

Tourism in Virginia’s Southside region is experiencing unprecedented growth, with Danville and Pittsylvania County leading the Commonwealth in tourism revenue increases for 2024.

Pittsylvania Sheriff’s Office announced on Monday that they will be hosting "Operation-Keeping Kids Warm," a winter coat drive they plan to hold annually.

The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office announced Monday that it had arrested a man after he allegedly shot and killed his wife.

A Pittsylvania County man has been arrested and faces multiple charges related to the sexual exploitation of children, the sheriff’s office said.

Meet Penn! This two year old goofball of a lab mix has been waiting for his forever home for more than a year.

Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal vehicle crash in Pittsylvania County.

A routine warrant service turned violent Wednesday when a Pittsylvania County man allegedly opened fire on law enforcement officers, leading to an hours-long standoff in the 100 block of Blue Jay Lane.

James Andru Lehnerd has been charged with attempted aggravated murder of a law enforcement officer, court records indicate.

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Wednesday that MerryGoRound Inc, a fulfillment company, would establish operations in Pittsylvania County.

Virginia State Police are investigating a pursuit in Halifax that ended in a two-vehicle crash and a fatality.

A man is dead after a single-vehicle crash that occurred in Pittsylvania County on Saturday, Virginia State Police said.

The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed a fatal drowning near the Leesville Lake Dam.

A Danville officer is being commended for assisting Pittsylvania County deputies in apprehending a suspect while off duty.

A four-way stop sign is set to be installed in Pittsylvania County at the Tunstall Road, Stony Mill Road and Mt. Cross Road intersection.

Friday will be a significant day for several officers with the Danville Police Department.

The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation (GLCF) recently announced the recipient of its sixth annual $100,000 Century Fund Grant, awarded to the Altavista Area YMCA.

Virginia agricultural officials have expanded the state’s red imported fire ant quarantine to include Pittsylvania County, Danville, and Halifax County as warming temperatures accelerate the spread of these invasive insects.

A woman was arrested after a shooting incident that left one injured in Pittsylvania County on Wednesday, Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office said.

Green Recycle USA LLC, a start-up plastic recycling company, is set to invest $4.3 million in Pittsylvania County to boost sustainability and reduce the amount of industrial plastic waste sent to landfills.

Appalachian Power representatives have selected a proposed route for a new transmission line in Campbell County, Pittsylvania County, and Altavista. The upgrades are part of the Altavista-Leesville Transmission Improvements Project, which involves rebuilding approximately 4.5 miles of 138-kilovolt (kV) transmission line in or near the existing right-of-way and building approximately 5 miles of 138-kV transmission line parallel to existing transmission lines.

Neighbors in one Pittsylvania County community remain skeptical after reports that a company is pulling out of a major data center project.

Dominion Energy is asking state regulators for a 15% base rate increase, its largest in more than 30 years.

The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office announced Friday that they had arrested two men on child sex crimes charges.

The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about a telephone scam circulating in the area.

A man is dead following a helicopter crash that took place in Pittsylvania County on Saturday, Virginia State Police said.

Gray's LAMBscaping collaborates with Dominion Energy to employ sheep for landscape management at solar farms, enhancing rural economic growth and pioneering agrivoltaics in Southside.

Dominion Energy has introduced sheep to two solar farms in Southside, employing an eco-friendly method known as solar grazing.

Not far from where crews are working to clear the land for major development, other crews are working to exhume remains.

The Megasite at Berry Hill in Pittsylvania County is one of the largest redevelopment sites in the state. But the land sits on the site of several plantations and farms that contain the remains of hundreds of former slaves and tenant farmers.

The U.S. National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for many counties and cities in our area on Saturday.

Pittsylvania County Schools' Human Resources Department is actively seeking qualified teacher candidates for various positions for the 2025-2026 school year.

Work is underway on the site of the Microporous development in Pittsylvania County. The battery company is promising to invest more than $1 billion dollars and add more than 2,000 jobs to the community.

The Pittsylvania 911 Center is experiencing a power outage, causing a complete loss of communication capabilities, with calls being temporarily rerouted to the City of Danville.

A shooting in Pittsylvania County that occurred on January 19 left one man injured, Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office said.

Two men lost their lives after the agricultural equipment they were using came into contact with high-voltage power lines on Thursday, according to the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office.

Virginia State Police is investigating a single-vehicle crash that injured a 13-year-old, a 15-year-old, and a 17-year-old Thursday.

A pedestrian died Sunday after being hit by a vehicle that was driving along Route 719 in Pittsylvania County, according to Virginia State Police.

A Pittsylvania fighter lost his home and his pets following a structure fire, Gretna Fire & Rescue said in a Facebook post on Monday.

A man has been arrested and is facing felony charges for the abduction and murder of a missing woman, according to the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office.

Microporous plans to add 2,000 jobs at an average salary of $58,000, boosting the Southside economy.

Officials cut the ribbon today for a for a new road in Pittsylvania County. They say they hope it will help the economy in Southside.

One man is dead after a shooting in Pittsylvania County Tuesday, according to the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office.

John McGuire III is projected to win the U.S. House of Representatives seat for the 5th district, defeating Gloria Witt.

The 2024 General Election will be held on Nov. 5. You can find results for Pittsylvania County here.

VSP is currently investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash in Pittsylvania County on Monday.

A man is dead after a crash on Route 759 in Pittsylvania County, according to Virginia State Police.

A 58-year-old man is dead after a shooting in Pittsylvania County Saturday, according to the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office.

Meteorologists with the National Weather Service are making their rounds in locations hit hard by the effects of helene. Their goal is to use this data to help with storm warnings in the future.

10 News has been working for you all day long with team coverage of Helene as it sweeps across the Commonwealth, bringing destruction in its wake.

The National Weather Service has confirmed a possible tornado in Pittyslvania County with reports of damage to the area.

This tornado warning has expired.

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for City of Danville, Pittsylvania County and Northwestern Caswell County in north central North Carolina.

This tornado warning has expired.

Pittsylvania County is seeking out a person or persons who vandalized Gretna Elementary School. According to the Sheriff’s Office, Gretna Elementary staff notified the reported vandalism on Sep. 20.

The Pittsylvania-Danville Health District is warning the public about a rabid raccoon in Southside.

Some parts of Southwest Virginia are under a severe weather warning at the moment, which may result in quarter-sized hail, lightning, severe rain, and wind gusts up to 60 mph.

The Pittsylvania County Jury has found a man guilty in connection with a Feb. 2022 murder, according to the sheriff’s office.

It’s no secret that active shooter situations have become a problem all across the country.

The United Kingdom's only manufacturer of hand-built electric classic sports cars will invest $8 million to establish a manufacturing facility at Cane Creek Centre.

The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after multiple trucks were stolen from two separate businesses on Route 29 near Whiteoak Mountain in Chatham.

VSP is investigating a crash that killed a 27-year-old woman and injured three others Wednesday.

Coleman Phelps, 76, has been found and is currently being treated by the EMS, according to the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office.