Nation’s streets calmest in days, protests largely peaceful
WASHINGTON (AP) — Protests were largely peaceful and the nation’s streets were calmer than they have been in days since the killing of George Floyd set off demonstrations that at times brought violence and destruction along with
Bassett man found dead following car crash
HENRY COUNTY, Va. – Henry County authorities are investigating after a Bassett man was found dead in his car just before noon Tuesday. After receiving a 911 call regarding shots fired and a car crash, authorities responded
Danville home unlivable following fire
DANVILLE, Va. – A candle started a house fire in Danville Tuesday night. Firefighters were called to 135 New Street just before 10 p.m. and found heavy smoke and fire coming from the rear of the small,
Richmond mayor joins demonstrators after being shouted down
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) – Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney joined racial justice demonstrators Tuesday, hours after an angry crowd shouted him down as he apologized for police lobbing tear gas at a group of peaceful demonstrators. Video coverage
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Goodyear Education 5K Run / Walk
The Goodyear Education 5K Run/Walk will be at the Goodyear Golf Course, Saturday, March 28th at 9 am. This event benefits the Danville / Pittsylvania County School systems. Cost is $30 in advance, and $35 day of
Bridge2Bridge
Mark your calendars! The 11th Annual Bridge2Bridge race will take place on Saturday, April 4, 2020. Registration is now open! Start Times: 8:00am – Bike Ride 8:45am – Kids Fun Run 9:30am – 5K Walk, 5K Run
Violins of Hope
Violins of Hope tells the remarkable stories of violins played by Jewish musicians during the Holocaust. Each violin has its own unique and inspiring story, told in a deeply personal and emotional way. Violins of Hope Richmond
