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The Pepsi Building in Danville

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It has become a centerpiece of downtown Danville again, after serving as a busy rail yard for Southern Railroad and the site

of the city’s gas and purifying plant long ago.

When the nation’s railroad industry began to downsize considerably in the 20th century, the once-vibrant Crossing at the Dan started to fall into disrepair and neglect at its downtown site along the Dan River. Many old buildings sat vacant for years, but today the Crossing has been transformed into an entertainment complex for the 21st century.

Located at the Crossing in 2011

are the Carrington Pavilion, Danville Science Center, Riverwalk Trail, Pepsi Building, Amtrak Crescent train station and a Community Market Building.

“This place used to be a big rail yard and there are still some old tracks buried under the ground,” says Jacob McCann, Crossing at the Dan program director. “These days, the Crossing is getting more popular and busier and growing every year – we even added a community garden in 2011 where people can sign up to plant and harvest produce.”

All Crossing at the Dan buildings are owned and leased out by the city of Danville except for the Science Center, which sits on the grounds but

is owned by the state of Virginia. Here is some quick background on sites at the Crossing:

Carrington PavilionCarrington Pavilion is in a park that

has 1,100 fixed seats, and another 5,000 people can attend concerts and events thanks to lawn seating. A large stage accommodates at least three major concerts each year, and acts that have appeared in recent years include the Zac Brown Band, Brad Paisley, Lynryd Skynryd and The Beach Boys.

Danville Science CenterThis division of the state-run

Science Museum of Virginia opened

REVITALIZED CROSSING AT THE DAN DRAWS COMMUNITY EVENTS

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Welcome to Danville and Pittsylvania CountyaN iNtRoDuctioN to the aRea’s people, places aND eveNts

Pittsylvania county vineyardsThe homeplace vineyard in chatham is true to its name. The

vineyard is owned and operated by the fourth generation of the

Williams family to work on the family land. originally a tobacco

farm purchased by the family in 1912, it is now a budding

vineyard and local spot for great wine and entertainment. The

family planted their first vines in March 2005 and have added

three new varieties of grapes in the years since then to expand

their growing wine list. homeplace gives tours of the vineyard

and wine-making process, and in 2010 they opened a log cabin,

hand built from the logs of old tobacco barns, where they now

host tastings.

Just a few miles outside of chatham is another great virginia

winery, the Tomahawk Mill vineyard and Winery. The land on

Tomahawk creek was owned by James anderson for 100 years

from 1888 and used as a grist mill. The mill was turned into a

vineyard in 1988. Today the vineyard boasts nine different

varieties of wine from a sweet concord to a dry chardonnay.

Tomahawk hosts several wine festivals and seasonal events

throughout the year.

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Millionaires Row

Danville is a city rich in the

history and culture of the

south. it is home to some of

the classic architecture of the

civil War period, with several

original buildings left standing

after the war. Millionaires Row

is a step back into Danville

history with homes formerly

owned by some of the state’s

wealthiest tobacco farmers

and entrepreneurs. five ornate

churches are located on this

strip, contributing to Danville’s

nickname, city of churches.


Military history MuseumDanville is home to the american armoured foundation

Tank Museum, where military history buffs – or little kids who

love big tanks – can come marvel at some of the military’s

awesome weaponry.

The monstrous-looking vehicles on display at the museum

range from tanks used during Desert storm all the way back to

World War ii. some were made in Russia, like the T54/55 iraqi

tank, and some were made in Britain, like the World War ii

tank, the ferret. each tank comes with an exciting explanation

of american history and the wars the military has fought.

Dan Daniel Memorial Park

Just below the Dan River is the Dan Daniel Memorial park, which is the newest member to the Danville parks system. the 150-acre park is where the home field of the Danville Braves is located. the park also has four beautiful nature trails that wind through the hilly terrain about a half-mile each. there is the turkey trot, Doe Run, hidden hollow and Grassy Knolls trails, each with a picture-perfect view of the landscape of Danville.

the Riverwalk trail is a less physically demanding place where walkers, hikers and even moms with strollers can enjoy. the trail leads to the heart of downtown Danville and the Danville science center.

Danville teens and extreme sports fanatics will love the phillip Wyatt Memorial skatepark, which is also part of the larger park. some of the features include three quarterpipes (each six feet), rails, grind boxes and a half pyramid.

agriculture keeps Growingagriculture is big business in Pittsylvania county, and it’s

getting a big boost with the new olde Dominion agricultural

complex in chatham. The $5.2 million complex includes a 40-

stall farmers market and a livestock center, and offers lots of

extra space for agricultural and agritourism events and education.

The center houses a 53,000-square-foot indoor arena for horse

and cattle shows and an 11,000-square-foot, 500-seat conference

center. The complex is available for receptions, weddings,

concerts, graduations, car shows and

other events. The complex is a one-

stop shop for all of Pittsylvania

county’s farmers. They can

purchase everything from

fertilizer to insurance under

the roof of the

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Fast Factsn the Danville-pittsylvania county Fairgrounds in Ringgold is the site of the popular Fall Fair each september. other events, such as a rodeo and truck and tractor pull, fill out the calendar.

n Danville is mentioned in the opening line of The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down, a song first recorded by the Band in 1969 and ranked on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of 500 Greatest songs of all time, published in 2004.

n the amtrak train in Danville can take passengers to New york city, philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, atlanta, New orleans, Birmingham, ala., and charlotte, N.c.

populationDanville: 44,400

Pittsylvania county: 61,414

loCationDanville and Pittsylvania

county are in south-central

virginia on the virginia-

North carolina border.

beginningsThe first white settlement

in what is now Danville

occurred in 1792 and was

named Wynne’s falls, after

the first settler. The village

was renamed by act of the

virginia legislature in 1793,

and a charter was enacted

in 1833.

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Great GolfDanville golf lovers, get your putters ready – this city is

rolling with a variety of gorgeous greens.

The members-only Danville Golf club is an almost

100-year-old course that was designed to challenge even the

most skilled golfers. The Tuscarora country club is another

private course with an 18-hole par 70, including challenging

Bermuda fairways and narrow tree lines. Danville’s Goodyear

Golf club is an excellent place to enjoy the local wildlife, and

the Ringgold Golf club and cedar’s Golf course are two other

spots in Danville to relax and hit a few balls.

New yMca locationThe Danville family yMca is so popular

with Danville residents, it has nearly outgrown

its current facility on Main street. But not to

worry – something even better is on the way.

yMca officials have announced plans to build

a new $13 million facility along the Dan River as

part of a larger, city-wide catalyst for downtown

and riverfront revitalization. The city of Danville’s

goal is to make the downtown area easily

accessible and increase the quality of options

residents have for activities. The yMca will soon

be housed in a state-of-the-art building and will

be able to expand its programs and services to

serve even more residents.


Dan River senior apartments


doWntoWn’s neW era springs up along the banks of the dan

Rollin’ onthe River

sToRy By melanie hill | PhoToGRaPhy By todd bennett

Everything old will soon be new again in downtown Danville. A master redevelopment along the banks of the Dan River is bringing city leaders,

business owners and residents together as the Danville River District takes shape.

blending danville’s future and past“The focus of the plan is to redefine the

boundaries of the existing downtown and Tobacco Warehouse historic districts into the new River District,” says Anne Moore-Sparks, project manager for the City of Danville’s Office of Economic Development. She says the district will blend urban design with the historic character of downtown Danville, addressing issues such as

connectivity to the river, vehicle accessibility, streetscape improvements, vacancy issues, public spaces, and funding and development opportunities.

Inspired by the revitalization of Greenville, S.C., the Danville Regional Foundation and Danville city leaders recruited a national urban design firm to develop the River District Master Plan, to be submitted to the city in late 2011. The plan will identify short- and long-term projects, and has garnered much community support.

live, Work and play in downtown danville

Restaurants, niche retail, office space and residential properties all are components of Danville’s up-and-coming River District, with


property owners, businesses and residents are coming together as the city draws up

plans for the new River District.


changes already under way. In spring 2011, the district welcomed upscale bar and restaurant Jake’s on Main to 215 Main Street. Also opening in 2011 was 316 Cibo, a Wi-Fi hotspot serving breakfast and lunch items such as pastries, fresh fruit parfaits, paninis, soups and salads. The eateries join downtown’s already popular Main Street Coffee Emporium. Additional retailers include Amburn and Company Salon and Spa on Main, Adam’s Shoe Shop and the Ferrell Building. In late 2011, Averett University’s Graduate Professional Studies program and the Danville Regional Foundation will relocate to a shared space on Bridge Street in the heart of the Tobacco Warehouse District, serving as a catalyst for further development in the district. The River District also is expected to grow thanks to downtown incentives such as the Real Estate Abatement Program, Virginia Enterprise Zone Program, Local Enterprise Zone Incentives, and the Federal and State Rehabilitation Tax Credit.

Residential units in the Danville River District will exceed 170 by late 2011, when the Ferrell Building will complete restoration of 13 market-rate apartments and commercial space. Old-world charm and a recent $9.5 million renovation draws residents to the Dan River Crossing Senior Apartment Homes on Bridge Street. Residents of all ages discover luxurious urban style and spectacular city views at The Burton Condominiums, and Lindsay Lofts also offers residents impeccably modern design in the heart of Danville. For families on a fixed income, Lynn Street Lofts offers affordable two- and three-bedroom rentals.

“The types of residents are very diverse and that is encouraging for the district,” Moore-Sparks says. “The condition of a downtown is an economic indicator for the rest of the community. The end goal is to improve the quality of life for our citizens while recruiting new jobs and investment to Danville.”

Downtown’s newest restaurant, Jake’s on Main, just prior to its 2011 opening

14 DaNville

It has become a centerpiece of downtown Danville again, after serving as a busy rail yard for Southern Railroad and the site

of the city’s gas and purifying plant long ago.

When the nation’s railroad industry began to downsize considerably in the 20th century, the once-vibrant Crossing at the Dan started to fall into disrepair and neglect at its downtown site along the Dan River. Many old buildings sat vacant for years, but today the Crossing has been transformed into an entertainment complex for the 21st century.

Located at the Crossing in 2011

are the Carrington Pavilion, Danville Science Center, Riverwalk Trail, Pepsi Building, Amtrak Crescent train station and a Community Market Building.

“This place used to be a big rail yard and there are still some old tracks buried under the ground,” says Jacob McCann, Crossing at the Dan program director. “These days, the Crossing is getting more popular and busier and growing every year – we even added a community garden in 2011 where people can sign up to plant and harvest produce.”

All Crossing at the Dan buildings are owned and leased out by the city of Danville except for the Science Center, which sits on the grounds but

is owned by the state of Virginia. Here is some quick background on sites at the Crossing:

Carrington pavilionCarrington Pavilion is in a park that

has 1,100 fixed seats, and another 5,000 people can attend concerts and events thanks to lawn seating. A large stage accommodates at least three major concerts each year, and acts that have appeared in recent years include the Zac Brown Band, Brad Paisley, Lynryd Skynryd and The Beach Boys.

danville science CenterThis division of the state-run

Science Museum of Virginia opened

revitalized Crossing at the dan draWs Community events

Destination:

sToRy By kevin litWin | PhoToGRaPhy By todd bennett

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the pepsi Building in Danville


15 years ago in what was then an abandoned train station. Back in 1995, the establishment of the Science Center in downtown Danville served as a catalyst for redevelopment and was instrumental in bringing the Crossing back to life.

“Today we attract 30,000 visitors a year, which is double what we had in attendance in the mid-2000s,” says Jeff Liverman, executive director at Danville Science Center. “The center provides many opportunities for all ages to continue to learn, and we are a true family destination.”

riverwalk trailRiverwalk Trail is a 6.5-mile paved

path that runs along the Dan River and is maintained by the Danville Parks and Recreation Department. One of the major trailheads is at the Crossing, where plenty of parking is available.

pepsi buildingThe Pepsi Building is more than

100 years old and has recently been completely renovated.

“It is now utilized as a rental space for

meetings and small receptions, and it’s used a lot,” McCann says. “The old Pepsi logo is still on the outside of the building.”

amtrak Crescent stationAmtrak Crescent reminds people

of the community’s rich train history by still having a passenger station conveniently located in the Crossing’s downtown district. The station provides passengers with train travel options to places such as New York City, Atlanta and New Orleans.

Community market buildingThe building first opened in

1903 and has all its original wood inside. It has been converted into an entertainment-type facility for festivals, weddings, receptions and other events.

“It also houses our farmers market that convenes every Saturday from 7:30 a.m.-noon from May through October,” McCann says. “There are 60 vendors selling produce, baked goods and organic items. The market just adds to the overall ambience found at the Crossing.”

a caboose at the crossing pays homage to Danville’s long ties with the railroad.

Danville science center



Business

more green teChnology Companies sprouting up

ThoughtsClean

Ken Moss, owner of piedmont Bioproducts llc, a Gretna company that is researching raw material crops for the production of biofuel


It’s understandable that Robert Bennett has a sunny disposition.

Bennett is the CEO at U.S. Green Energy Corporation, a relatively new

company that manufactures solarized building materials. The company is currently constructing a $30 million, 27,000-square-foot plant in Danville that is scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2011.

“We will actually heat and chill our new building using solar power we collect from its roof,” Bennett says. “U.S. Green Energy looked at a number of locations in Virginia as well as five or six different states for our new facility, and we chose Danville because the city already has green technology plans they are actually implementing. Danville isn’t just talking about green technology – it is embracing it.”

U.S. Green Energy is among a growing number of green tech companies now doing business in Danville and Pittsylvania County, and Bennett estimates that his company will have a workforce of 400 employees within three years. Once the plant is operating in late 2011, U.S. Green Energy will begin producing a variety of solar roofing materials such as slate, tiles and shingles.

“If a business owner or homeowner is considering a premium roof made of slate, synthetic slate, ceramic or tile, our products are less expensive than traditional roofing products, and our customers will have free electricity thanks to our solar technology,” he

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says. “A premium traditional slate roof costs about $75,000 these days and we can do it for around $50,000, thanks in part to federal energy incentives. And don’t forget – there is free electricity from solar power.”

Bennett says U.S. Green Energy already has customers lined up in Danville as well as big cities like Richmond and Washington D.C.

“Slate roofs are attractive and popular for commercial clients as well as owners of historic homes, but slate roofs wear out after a while,” he says. “It makes great sense to replace one with a solar slate roof for the many reasons I have mentioned.”

Computer greeneryAnother local company that focuses

on green technology is EcomNets, which will open in Danville’s Airside Industrial Park in late 2011 to manufacture Verdio green computers. The Verdio PC is the size of a mousepad and made from recyclable materials, and only requires 28 watts of power.

EcomNets hopes to produce 20,000 PCs during its first year and sell the computers for $299, compared to green PCs from Dell and Hewlett-Packard that retail for about $499. EcomNets officials say they plan to initially hire 160 employees, including assembly workers, software engineers, and a sales and tech support staff.

Crops into fuelsMeanwhile, at Piedmont

BioProducts LLC, this Gretna company is researching raw material crops for the production of future biofuels. Besides clean energy, a key goal for developing new biofuels is to help the economy in communities hit by the loss of private agriculture and traditional manufacturing industries such as textiles, furniture and tobacco.

The crops and raw materials for Piedmont BioProducts LLC will be grown by farmers who are members of Piedmont Producer Agricultural Cooperative. Current crops and raw materials being studied for future biofuels include switchgrass, corn, hay, plants and trees.

“Danville-Pittsylvania County is lucky to have well-trained workers who are familiar with production work, and will be quick to learn about all kinds of emerging green technologies,” Bennett says.

ecomNets is scheduled to open in Danville’s airside industrial park in late 2011.

piedmont Bioproducts is studying crops and raw materials, such as switchgrass, to convert into biofuel.


scorecardbusiness at

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$673 millionannual retail sales

$14,223retail sales

per capita

$89 millionannual hotel

and food sales

3,077total number

of firms

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DaNville aND pittsylvaNia couNty’s ecoNoMic cliMate

uniQue industriesBiz: Party supplies manufacturerBuzz: Pittsylvania County’s own Unique Industries works to get those popular Dora the Explorer plates and Justin Bieber cups to your children’s next party. Wholesalers, distributors and retailers around the world trust this local company for quality party merchandise, with everything from luau accessories to baby shower decorations.www.favors.com


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Internet Access • Pilots’ Lounge • Car Rentals

supply resourCesBiz: Packaging suppliesBuzz: In need of quality shipping supplies? Danville’s Supply Resources has you covered. With more than 10,000 packaging and shipping supplies in stock, this local company continues to be the single-source answer for all your packaging needs. Same-day shipping is always available for everything from storage containers to mailing tubes.www.sripackaging.com

sleepy goat CheeseBiz: Goat cheese farmBuzz: With seven different f lavors available, Sleepy Goat Cheese is a favorite with residents of Danville and Pittsylvania County. Founded in 2004, Sleepy Goat Cheese sits just 6 miles south of Danville on what once was a working tobacco farm and now is home to almost 50 goats. The delicious cheeses are sold at several local farmers markets and will soon be available to order online.www.sleepygoatfarm.com

o’gara group training & serviCes divisionBiz: Safety and security trainingBuzz: Homeland security training is what the O’Gara Group Training and Services Division does best. Located just a short drive from Danville, this group provides training in everything from disaster preparedness and response to tactical operations and technical services. Government agencies and private organizations across the country know they can rely on the high-quality training at O’Gara.www.ogaragroup.com

advanCed vehiCle researCh CenterBiz: Alternative fuel researchBuzz: Reducing your carbon footprint is easier than ever with Danville’s Advanced Vehicle Research Center. Founded in 2001 to serve the rapidly changing vehicle industry, the research center is a leader in vehicle testing and hybrid conversions for private companies and government agencies. A new 16,000-square-foot headquarters in Danville helps support this unique company’s extensive research capabilities.www.avrc.com

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The Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce is demonstrating success through a variety of innovative programs that are making a difference in the community. At the top of the list is education, with education grants, meaningful workforce development initiatives and hands-on tools that small businesses need to thrive and expand.

“Education has always been important to this chamber,” says Laurie Moran, chamber president and CEO. “This year, thanks to the generosity of the Danville Regional Foundation, we will award more than $125,000 in grants to local educators. This will open up the opportunity for creativity and innovation with teachers like we have never seen before.”

Requests for the funds will range from a few hundred dollars to thousands, Moran says, and they promise to enhance the classroom.

“We’ve got some of the brightest and most creative teachers in this community, and we’re excited that we’re going to be able to fund some of their great ideas,” she says.

Workforce development is a priority with the chamber and partnering agencies, says Moran, who was recently elected chair of the National Association of Workforce Boards.

Working with Danville Community College, the chamber brought together area manufacturers and developed a training program where the classroom is modeled more like the workplace. At the end of the course, manufacturers have access to all records so that when they are ready to hire, they have proven information from which to draw.

The majority of chamber membership comes from the small- business sector, and the chamber works closely with the Dan River Business Development Center, an incubator that assists start-up businesses and those in a growth mode.

“One of the greatest values we provide is the ability to network and meet other businesses,” Moran says. “We’ve found that our small businesses don’t know how to network to market their businesses. Over the past 18 months, we have focused on workshops that help our small businesses refine their networking skills.”

Customer service can make or break a business, Moran says, and the chamber has recently held many customer service training workshops.

“This is a critical issue for business,” Moran says. “Typically, it is what differentiates businesses that succeed from businesses that fail.”

Failure is certainly not part of the program of work of this chamber. “I believe you have to demonstrate success,” Moran says. “You develop good plans and programs, and if they’re good enough, the funds and the people will come to you.” – Betsy Williams

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major employers

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rubbercompany

2,000 employees

Danvilleregionalmedical

center/stratfordhealth

center

1,339 employees

Danvillepublicschools

1,289 employees

cityofDanville

1,252 employees

telvista 780 employees

education

68.5%highschoolGraduates

13.9%bachelor’sDegreeorhigher

resources

Danvillepittsylvania

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Danvilleeconomic

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427 Patton St.

P.O. Box 3300

Danville, VA 24543

(434) 793-1753

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taxes

4%statesalestax

1%localsalestax

5%totalGeneralsalestax

income

$17,551percapitaincome

$26,900medianhousehold

moneyincome

transportation

danville regional airport

424 Airport Dr.

Danville, VA 24540

(434) 799-5110

Business climateDanville and Pittsylvania County have some of the most innovative

incentives and business development programs in the nation. These

programs encourage growth and prosperity within the region’s

existing economy and bring new business investment to the area.

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local flavor


tony Muncey tolerates sports

bars filled with Tvs while

patrons dine, and he knows

that other restaurants with

loud atmospheres often serve

good food. But Muncey, a chef

who graduated with honors from

New york’s culinary institute of

america, believes that not only

is an excellent menu and quality

service important for a great dining

experience, but so are ambience

and atmosphere. The owner of

fenders Wine Bar & Bistro in

Danville says the ultimate fine

dining experience includes a lack

of distractions so that a customer

can enjoy a conversation with one

special person, or with a group of

friends or business associates.

“That’s why i actually added

insulation and noise absorbers in

my restaurant, and there are no

Tvs or distracting music to disturb

the ambience,” Muncey says. “i

thought Danville and Pittsylvania

county needed a restaurant like

this, and now there is one.”

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The dining atmosphere at

fenders also features an extensive

wine list from which patrons can

purchase wine by the glass or

bottle. and now, for the first time

since the restaurant opened in

July 2010, there is a separate bar

and lounge to enjoy a drink before

dinner, if desired.

“as for my menu, i develop

dishes with plenty of fresh local

food that has a bit of southern

character for southwest virginia,”

Muncey says. “entrees include

shrimp and grits, blackened

grouper and catfish with collards,

plus i have unusual dishes at

times like North atlantic wolf

fish, branzini and mahi-mahi. My

menu is fun and chef-driven, and

customers have been receptive to

the items i’ve come up with so far.”

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‘65 PickuP truckMuncey adds that he also deals

with many local businesses for his

restaurant supplies, including

getting fresh bread from Rising

sun Bakery in Martinsville, coffee

from Main street coffee emporium

in Danville, and cream and butter

from a couple of area dairies.

“as for the name ‘fenders,’

i’ve always liked classic vehicles

and own a ’65 blue chevy pickup

truck that i park in front of the

restaurant,” he says. “fenders is

actually located across the street

from the Robert Woodall

chevrolet dealership in Danville,

and people think i’ve struck a

deal with those folks to showcase

my old chevy truck at my place.

But it’s just a coincidence – i love

the classics and i love great food.”

fenders Wine Bar & Bistro is

open for dinner Tuesday-saturday

from 5-9:30 p.m. – Kevin Litwin

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health & Wellness

danville and Pittsylvania

county residents have peace

of mind when it comes to health

care, as they have access to the

quality care provided by Danville

Regional Medical center.

Danville Regional Medical

center began in 1884 with 28

women and a vision, and the

hospital continues to lead the

way in health care for Pittsylvania

county and the entire Dan River

region.

in 2008, the hospital and

Duke university heart center

announced their renewed

relationship, ensuring enhanced

quality and services for

cardiovascular care. also

known as the heart center

of the Piedmont, the program

includes the development,

support and delivery of inpatient

and outpatient cardiac services,

cardiovascular surgery, diagnostic

and interventional cardiac

catheterization, vascular surgery,

vascular intervention, and other

cardiac diagnostic procedures

and medical services.

Throughout the affiliation

agreement that will run through

2017, the Duke heart center will

provide quality oversight for

Danville Regional, with both

organizations working to help

expand cardiac services in the

region.

Meanwhile, Danville Regional

in 2009 made headlines yet again

with an announcement to begin

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osteopathic Medicine.

in addition, Danville Regional

has undergone nearly $7 million

in facility improvements in recent

years, including additional patient

floors, expansion of the center for

Radiation oncology, renovation of

inpatient rehab and a new Wound

healing center.

The hospital has also received

a technology upgrade that

includes a 64-slice cT scanner,

new anesthesia and laboratory

equipment, digital mammography

at Danville Diagnostic imaging

center, and 3D/4D ultrasound

technology at Piedmont Women’s

health specialists.

furthermore, the hospital

has placed an intense focus

on physician recruitment for

primary care and sub-specialists,

welcoming many new physicians

with specialties ranging from

nephrology and neurology

to orthopedic surgery and

psychiatry. The medical center

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the arts scene in Danville

and Pittsylvania county

showcases the area’s dedication

to preserving history, from a

renovated vintage theater to

the Danville Museum of fine arts

and history, to walking tours of

some of the finest examples of

victorian architecture in virginia.

gretna theatreThe Gretna Theatre 30 miles

to the north of Danville has been

restored to imbue a sense

of nostalgia as it serves new

generations of audience

members. Gretna Theatre is

open mostly on friday‚ saturday

and sunday nights, and offers

arts and history convergeheRitaGe Weaves thRouGhout aRea cultuRal DestiNatioNs

entertainment geared toward

the whole family. in addition to

presenting current box office

hits‚ the theater has hosted

performances by musical groups.

danville science center

The Danville science center

welcomes more than 30,000

visitors each year. Many of the

exhibits are hands-on, engaging

kids of all ages in learning. The

facility opened in December

1995 with the center’s first

permanent exhibition, which

was titled Fundamentals of Science. Today, more than 25

displays are rotated throughout

each year to keep the center

fresh. one of the most popular

permanent exhibits is the It’s Butterflies Galore showcase. The

display is a major draw each april

when the butterflies break out of

their cocoons and flitter about a

large area within the center.

danville museum oF Fine arts and history

art and history come together

most evidently at the Danville

Museum of fine arts and history.

The museum is located in the

sutherlin Mansion on Main street,

in an area known as Millionaires

Row for its large homes originally

built primarily by successful

tobacco and textile industry

leaders. This italianate villa-style

structure – once a residence and

then a library – continues to greet

generations of curious guests.

The museum is a partner of the

virginia Museum of fine arts in

Richmond and houses permanent

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can find an eclectic mix of traveling

exhibits featuring local, regional

and national artists, or take

advantage of numerous tours, art

classes and educational programs.

toBacco Warehouse district

The Tobacco Warehouse

District is an example of how

Danville has taken historically

significant structures and

repurposed them for modern

economic prosperity. in this district

where the city’s tobacco industry

once thrived, approximately 160

new housing units are bolstering

downtown’s residential component

and supporting its mix of about

140 specialty retailers‚ service

businesses‚ professional offices

and eateries.

veterans artFully honored

a relatively new, aesthetically

pleasing addition to the area is

the Danville-Pittsylvania county

veterans Memorial at Dan Daniel

Memorial Park. The monument

salutes all local veterans from the

Revolutionary War to the present.

The center of the memorial reads

in large letters, “freedom is

Not free,” and a 7-foot-high by

156-foot-long black granite wall

bears the names of more than

1,000 war casualties from this

area. The memorial also includes

three flags – the u.s. flag, the

commonwealth of virginia flag

and the PoW/Mia flag. a 10-

foot-wide circular brick walkway

consists of engraved memorial

bricks. – Raven Petty

dmr adventuresSpearheaded by Melissa Charles, owner of the Invitation Destination, and her husband, Matt, DMR (Dreams Made Real) Adventures offers a variety of opportunities in performance art. The organization provides classes and camps, such as Creative Theatre Camp and Theatrical Makeup Design, and puts on an array of productions, including Recess: The Musical, High School Musical and The Jungle Book. Classes for kids ages 4 through 12 are also offered, focusing on bringing children “out of their shell” by playing games designed to build confidence, expression, teamwork skills and more.

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Play With outdoor activities in our parks, performing arts and visual

arts, Danville has something for everyone. The Riverwalk Trail runs for 8 miles along the Dan River. There are hiking and biking trails in our parks, and concerts in our downtown. Playtime is a priority for Danville.

Visit Relaxation and excitement create the perfect blend for an

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danville and Pittsylvania

county’s recreation

opportunities include everything

from water sports on the

Dan River or local lakes to


programs, combining education,

culture and beautiful scenery

with opportunities for fitness

and exercise.

rivers and lakesPittsylvania county offers

plenty of water-based fun, with

the Dan River snaking through the

southern half of the county. one

of the chief pursuits on the Dan

River is paddling, with canoeists

and kayakers visiting from all over

the region. When the weather

warms, Danville’s parks, recreation

and tourism department leads

weekly kayaking trips on the river.

Trips range from calm paddle to

class ii rapids, and courses on the

staunton and Roanoke rivers and

other waterways provide further

challenges. local residents enjoy

working the county’s waters for

any number of freshwater fish.

channel catfish are a year-round

specialty, while white perch,

striped bass and blue catfish run

in season. Thousands of residents

make their homes on the dual

lakes of smith Mountain and

leesville. smith Mountain is the

larger of the two lakes, a 40-mile-

long body with 500 miles of

shoreline. leesville lake, which

divides Pittsylvania and Bedford

counties, includes a 17-mile-long

lake with 110 miles of shoreline,

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and offers almost everything its

big brother does. The lake is a

favorite of motorboat enthusiasts,

with water skis, jet skis and

pontoon boats all getting

regular use on the water.

crossing at the dana centerpiece of downtown

Danville and a site for several

community events, crossing at

the Dan is a complex of restored

old buildings near the Dan

River. The site features a live

performance venue called

carrington Pavilion, and nearby

are two renovated southern

Railway buildings – now used

to house a train station and

portions of the Danville science

center. another building, bearing

a retro Pepsi logo, is used for

public and private events.

crossing at the Dan also serves

as one of three trail entry points

for the Riverwalk Trail, a 7.5-mile

paved path that runs along

the Dan River. The trail is

frequented by walkers, bikers,

joggers and rollerbladers and is

handicap-accessible.

danville BravesThe minor league baseball

team, the Danville Braves, is

one of the top draws in the

appalachian league. The Braves,

an advanced Rookie-level team

and a farm team of the atlanta

Braves since 1993, play at

american legion Post 325

field. Nestled in the Dan Daniel

Memorial Park along the banks of

the Dan River, legion field seats

2,588 fans and sets the standard

for ballparks in the appy league.

The Danville Braves mascot is a

large, green bird named Blooper.

What’s online Go to danvillepittsylvaniaco.com to read more about Danville’s sports and recreational activities.

virginia international raceWay

What was once a working farm

and plantation dating back to the

early 1800s opened in 1957 as one

of the country’s first permanent

road racing circuits. virginia

international Raceway, located near

Danville, is one of the world’s finest

road courses. viR hosts pro and

club car and motorcycle races, a

wide range of racing and riding

schools, track days for cars and

bikes, club events, off-road driving,

drifting and private test rentals.

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education

education options in Danville

and Pittsylvania county

include two public school systems,

a four-year university and a

community college, plus other

professional programs.

PuBlic schoolsThe area of Pittsylvania county

excluding Danville is served by

Pittsylvania county schools’

10 elementary, four middle and

four high schools. Pcs schools

were recognized in 2009 for

outstanding performance. John

l. hurt, Jr. elementary received

the Governor’s award for

educational excellence. The

state Board of education gave

its viP excellence award to

chatham elementary, Gretna

elementary, Twin springs

elementary and Tunstall high.

Danville Public schools

contains nine elementary, three

middle and three high schools,

as well as Grove Park Preschool

and other institutions. one of

DPs’s most impressive institutions

is Galileo Magnet high school,

an international Baccalaureate

school. it provides in-depth

courses in communications

and computer technology,

aeronautics and biotechnology.

The Piedmont Governor’s school

is an advanced study program

offered to gifted 11th and 12th

graders that is hosted by Patrick

henry community college and

Danville community college.

students from Danville, Pittsylvania

county and surrounding counties

are offered a college-level

education in mathematics, science

and technology.

danville community college

an instrumental link between

Danville’s academic and economic

sectors is Danville community

college. The two-year college

offers progressive courses and

flexible scheduling, and has

expanded educational access

through partnerships with area

schools, neighborhoods and

community organizations. Dcc

also has taken a lead role in

assistance with economic

development through

partnerships with developers,

the Danville Pittsylvania county

chamber of commerce and the

business community.

“We consider ourselves an

entrepreneurial community

college,” says Dr. carlyle Ramsey,

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anticipate what our employers

need and constantly interact with

them. assisting with economic

development is right at the core

of who we are.”

Dcc is strengthening the local

workforce through a significant

amount of customized training and

industry-specific services. in an

effort to meet the training needs

of employers and the community,

Dcc developed an accelerated

advanced Manufacturing

Technician certificate, which

allows students to accumulate

25 credit hours in just 10 weeks.

averett universityMeanwhile, the region’s only

four-year institution is building

on a tradition of excellence both

on campus and throughout the

community. averett university

consistently has been a pioneer

in education, combining strong

liberal arts programs with

innovative offerings such as

aeronautics and equestrian

studies. averett also offers

business and teacher education

programs statewide.

under the leadership of Dr.

Tiffany franks, who began her

tenure as president in 2008, the

university is establishing itself as a

leader in regional transformation.

“averett is stepping up to share

its brain power with all aspects

of our region. We have the

intellectual power not only to

educate area students but to

create the culture of higher

learning that can help our region

move forward,” franks says. “We

want to be the best partner, the

best teacher and the best leader.

We want people to be proud of

their hometown university.”

averett’s programs have been

expanding to meet the needs of

local employers. The university has

developed an autism education

program, approved by the virginia

autism council, and issues

certificates of training in

autism spectrum disorders.

To accommodate as many

students as possible, averett

is offering online learning

opportunities, with classes

also offered at The southern

virginia higher education center

in south Boston and The franklin

center in Rocky Mount.

other key Players other key players in higher

education include the Danville

Regional Medical center school

of health Professions, where

students are getting real-life

experience in the fields of nursing

and radiologic technology. at

National college, individuals are

gaining skills necessary to enter

into professional fields such

as accounting and business

administration. The institute for

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educational pathway programs

that are strategically aligned with

the institute’s research centers.

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transportation

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$75,473Median home price

$601Median Rent for a two-Bedroom apartment

household information

age:

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24%19 and under

44%20-54

32%55 and over

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Through the lens

sometimes it has to be written

on a billboard for me to put two

and two together. in this case, it

was a mural covering the side of a

building in downtown Danville, va.

The mural covers the entire

side of the building, depicting an

old steam locomotive and an inset

picture of some of the crewmen.

The words “The old 97” are

written below.

old 97 is the number of the

fast Mail train that ran between

Monroe, va., and spencer, N.c.

legend has it, the train was

running behind schedule. (and

this was a train that was never

late.) in order to make up time,

Joseph “steve” Broady ordered

more coal for the boiler.

careening down a steep grade,

old 97 lost her brakes and was

unable to slow down before

reaching a curve at the stillhouse

Trestle just outside Danville.

The train left the tracks and

crashed at the base of the 75-foot

trestle, killing 11 people …

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