One year after opening its doors, Caesars Danville casino is being credited with pumping tens of millions of dollars into Danville’s economy and reshaping the city’s future, according to city leaders, casino officials and residents.
Danville Public Schools unveiled a $50 million renovation project that transforms a historic African American high school into a modern alternative learning facility, combining educational innovation with community heritage.
The new School Performance and Support Framework evaluates schools on student mastery, growth, readiness and graduation rates using multiple measures beyond standardized tests.
The Halifax County Sheriff’s Office announced that it had arrested suspects after an attempted carjacking incident Wednesday.
Danville Utilities will temporarily shut off water Thursday morning for residents in the Memorial Drive area, including parts of Bishop Road and Oak Ridge Avenue.
The Danville Adult Detention Center celebrated its largest graduating class Tuesday from their “Incarceration Doesn’t Define Us” program, an eight-week course designed to prepare inmates for reentry into society.
10 News’s Weather Authority update: Snow showers are tapering off across Southwest and Central Virginia, but a bitter cold night is expected with the risk of slick roads. Find out how long the chill will last and what to expect in the days ahead.
No injuries among first responders were reported, but one person inside the home was taken to Sovah Health Danville for treatment.
We sat down with Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler following a July attack that left much of his body severely burned. We showed you part one of that conversation on Thursday, but there was more to be said.
Danville Police are asking for your help to make the holidays extra special for local kids. The department’s annual toy drive is called Santa’s Blue Elves, and for years, it has ensured hundreds of local children receive a present to open Christmas morning. They are hosting toy drives on Thursday and Friday. Thursday’s drive runs until 6 p.m. at the Target on Holt Garrison Parkway, and Friday’s will run from 4-6 p.m. at the Walmart on Mount Cross Road. You can also donate at the department’s headquarters at One Community Way through Dec. 18. Toys must be in new condition in their original packaging with original tags.
Danville marked a significant milestone Thursday as it hosted the VA1 Governor’s Tourism Summit for the first time at Caesar’s Casino, showcasing the city’s emergence as Virginia’s fastest-growing tourism destination.
The Danville Police Department announced Thursday that it was seeking the identities of multiple individuals who may have information about damage to property at Angler’s Park.
23 fawns were killed when two dogs broke into an enclosure at Ringgold Wildlife Rescue, sparking controversy and devastating the facility’s owner.
Danville officials are taking steps to establish a North Main Business District as part of the city’s first zoning code update in two decades, aiming to attract new businesses while preserving historic architecture.
The Danville Police Department announced Tuesday night that it was looking for a missing 17-year-old boy who is considered to be endangered.
The Magna Vista Warriors and G.W. Danville Eagles faced off in a highly anticipated region matchup, with the undefeated Warriors atop Region 3D and the Eagles tied for second in Region 4D alongside Jefferson Forest.
Angel Trees will start going up in stores across the Roanoke Valley this weekend. Roanoke will be helping 430 local families in needs this year, which includes nearly 1,000 children as part of the Angel Tree program.
Danville Public Schools released a statement after it was made aware of a controversial social media post that was made by a faculty member.
Southwest and Central Virginia are seeing beautiful Election Day weather with clear skies, seasonable temperatures, and low rain chances. A dry cold front and the year’s biggest supermoon are in the forecast.
God’s Pit Crew announced Tuesday that it would be mobilizing to provide urgent relief to families and communities across Jamaica that were devastated by Hurricane Melissa.
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.
A man is injured after an aggravated assault that occurred in Danville early Saturday morning, Danville Police Department said.
Fatal overdoses in Danville have dropped significantly over the past two years, according to new data from the Danville Police Department. Officials credit the decline to a community-driven approach that prioritizes treatment and prevention alongside enforcement.
A man accused of dousing Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler in gasoline and setting him on fire in July has been indicted by a Danville grand jury.
A decade after implementing its Demand Response Program with PJM Interconnection, Danville officials say the partnership has strengthened grid reliability and reduced costs for the community.
The Danville Fire Department announced Monday that four people were injured and eight were displaced following a residential structure Fire Monday morning.
According to the Virginia Department of Historic Resources the Commonwealth’s Board of Historic Resources approved 10 properties for designation on the Virginia Landmarks Register during its quarterly public meeting in September.
The Virginia Department of Wildlife Services is asking the public to report possible cases of avian flu after multiple cases were reported in Southwest Virginia.
The Danville Police Department is searching for a suspect involved in an assault and battery and brandishing of a firearm incident that occurred on Thursday, DPD said.
Danville is taking steps to revitalize its business landscape through a pioneering partnership that makes it the first Virginia city selected for the Partnership for Innovation Regional Leadership Cohort (PIN).
The new location at 364 Lowes Drive will officially open with a free, family-friendly Grand Opening event on Friday, Oct. 24, from 4 to 6 p.m.
A new boutique hotel is set to open in late 2025 in Danville’s historic Schoolfield Village, bringing a fresh chapter to Southern Virginia’s hospitality scene.
Danville will host the fourth annual Southern Virginia Regional Housing Summit today, Thursday, Oct. 9, at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research Conference Center.
The William Fleming Colonels, fresh off a bye week, hosted the G.W. Danville Eagles in a renewed rivalry in Star City’s old Western Valley district.
The Danville Area Humane Society is facing intense criticism and threats amid controversy over its euthanasia practices, with activists claiming the shelter puts down animals before mandatory hold periods expire.
A judge finds that there is enough probable cause for a man charged with dousing a Virginia city councilman in gasoline and setting him on fire to have his case be sent to a grand jury.
The man accused of setting Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler on fire on July 30 will appear in Danville General District Court this morning for a preliminary hearing.
Tourism in Virginia’s Southside region is experiencing unprecedented growth, with Danville and Pittsylvania County leading the Commonwealth in tourism revenue increases for 2024.
The City of Danville announced Monday that it was seeking public input on a proposal to relocate the polling place for Election Ward No. 7.
It’s week 5 of high school football, a critical time when teams start to separate contenders from pretenders before district play heats up.
Nearly a year after an unprecedented storm devastated Appalachia, God’s Pit Crew continues its extensive recovery efforts, having distributed over $3 million in supplies and built more than 30 homes for affected families.
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.
Danville Police are requesting citizens to use caution and reduce speeds in the area of West Main Street, 29 South, 29 and 58 bypasses near the Caswell County, North Carolina and Danville line after a tractor-trailer crash Tuesday.
The Danville-Pittsylvania County Fair isn’t just about rides, games, and fried food — it’s a major economic engine for Southside Virginia, drawing tens of thousands of visitors from across the region.
Against the backdrop of the iconic Three Sisters smokestacks, Danville is preparing to launch its first Boston Marathon qualifying event, marking a significant milestone in the city’s continued growth.
As runners get ready to lace up for the Three Sisters Marathon races on Friday, Sept. 5, and Saturday, Sept. 6, there are several street closures to keep in mind.
A groundbreaking $12 million white water course, the first of its kind in the state, will soon transform a historic canal running parallel to the Dan River.
The Danville Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a suspect wanted following a shooting incident.
Danville Police are investigating after an 8-year-old boy died from injuries suffered from an attack by the family dog.
A new potential federal bill aims to help childcare centers increase worker pay through tax credits, potentially covering up to 35% of salary raises for employees in an industry struggling with staffing shortages.
U.S. Sen. Mark Warner is slated to visit the Nurturing Young Minds Child Care Center to unveil and discuss legislation he plans to introduce in September to create more child care options and make existing ones more affordable
The Danville Fire Department announced Monday that it had presented a unit that helped rescue a woman after two trees fell on her car last month with a Meritorious Unit Citation.
Mayor Jones said in an address to City Council that the attack - while devastating - has only brought a tight-knit Danville community even closer together.
Danville residents and colleagues expressed shock and support after City Councilman Lee Vogler was severely injured in a brutal attack at his workplace Wednesday, where an assailant doused him with gasoline and set him ablaze.
A Danville City Councilman was injured Wednesday morning after being set on fire in an assault outside his workplace, according to the Danville Police Department.
Police say a city councilmember in Virginia was set on fire by a man who entered a local magazine office.
Nurturing Young Minds Childcare, a facility developed by Danville Public Schools, held its ribbon-cutting ceremony today. The center will serve infants through preschool-aged children.
If you saw something unusual in the sky early Saturday morning, you weren’t alone, and there’s a stellar explanation!
The Regional Communications Office for Social Security announced that the Social Security Office in Danville will be temporarily closed for in-person services.
The Danville Police Department is ready to roll out the red carpet for kids in the area with a back-to-school fashion show.
Two people were arrested, and multiple people were injured after a domestic incident in Danville led to multiple canine attacks, Danville Police Department said.
The National Weather Service in Blacksburg reports that Chantal could bring heavy rainfall rates at times that could quickly overwhelm drainage systems and cause flash flooding.
