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Plans advance for two small apartment buildings

Developers are asking Pittsylvania County for permission to put up two different small apartment buildings north of Danville. Joann Atkinson wants to rezone 1.2 acres on Franklin Turnpike between Dry Fork and Irish Roads. She says they would be similar to a pair of apartment buildings to the immediate south...

Pittsylvania County, VA · 4d
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Everyone Overlooks This Virginia City, But Its Homes Still Sell For Under $160,000

Most people couldn’t find Danville, Virginia on a map, and those people are missing out on one of the best-kept secrets in the entire state. This southern Virginia city sits right on the North Carolina border, and it’s been quietly offering something that most of the state stopped offering a long time ago: affordable homes, genuine history, and a pace of life that doesn’t require a therapist to manage.

Danville, VA · 6d
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Bedford could see Amtrak service return for the first time in more than 50 years

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Passenger rail service could soon return to Bedford for the first time in more than 50 years, as town officials continue working toward plans for a new Amtrak station. The project has been moving forward since Bedford received $1.5 million in funding in 2024.

Bedford, VA · 2d
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U.S. Marine Corps veteran, former Virginia Lt. Gov. Winsome Sears delivers keynote address at annual Valor Farm Veterans Day Commemoration

ALTAVISTA, Va. (WFXR) — U.S. Marine Corps veteran and former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Winsome Sears delivered the keynote address at the 7th annual Veterans Day Commemoration at Valor Farm, honoring the sacrifices and commitment of the millions of service members that have fought for and defended U.S. freedom for the past 250 years. “She’s worth […]

Virginia · 1d

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'This is going to change their world': Bedford County parents weigh 4 redistricting maps

(WSET) — Bedford County parents spoke out Thursday evening at a public hearing on proposed boundary changes that could shift hundreds of students to different schools. According to Superintendent William Dupere, in the last 14 years, the school division has faced 11 attempts to change school boundaries. This time,...

Bedford County, VA · 9h

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Bedford, VA · 16h

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Chatham holds 3rd annual Veterans Day parade honoring local veterans

CHATHAM, Va. (WSET) — Residents in the Southside gathered Wednesday to honor those who served in the U.S. military during Chatham’s third annual Veterans Day parade. Families lined Main Street to watch the parade, hosted by Hargrave Military Academy. Local veterans said the parade is a meaningful way...

Chatham, VA · 1d

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This Small-Town Virginia Movie Theater Still Sells Tickets For Just $8 And Brings Back Old-School Cinema Charm

Eight dollars for a movie ticket sounds almost like a throwback to another decade. With cinema prices climbing in many places, an affordable evening at a small-town theater feels especially appealing. This Virginia movie house offers a traditional cinema experience without the overwhelming atmosphere of a giant entertainment complex. Its...

Gretna, VA · 1d

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Tunstall football clinches regional berth in OT; volleyball defeats Hidden Valley, falls to defending state champs

The Tunstall football team (5-5) pulled off a 20-14 win in an overtime thriller on Senior Night against Mecklenburg County and will advance to regional play for the first time in eight years. After a huge defensive stop in overtime followed by a 15-yard penalty that put the Trojans starting back on the 25 yard line, quarterback Shamus Ryan scrambled and found Carter Thompson in the endzone for the win on the third down.

Dry Fork, VA · 1d

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Expectations of the Chatham Basketball Team

Chatham Varsity Basketball want to do hard work, improve as a team, and compete for a successful season. “Our goal this season is to compete every night and give ourselves a chance to win,” Mason Adkins, senior, said. Players prepare to meet the expectations set for this year’s team....

Chatham, VA · 3d

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Danville, Virginia Mellow Mushroom: Food Review

Mellow Mushroom is finally in Danville, and I had the fun job of reviewing the food. My order was whole The Avocado, which is an avocado hoagie. It was somewhat pricey, and cost $13.25. Creamy avocado slices were layered with melted provolone cheese, crunchy lettuce, sweet onions, and mayonnaise all on toasted bread. I personally do not like tomatoes, so I requested to remove them from my hoagie.

Danville, VA · 3d

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New life for 401 Main, a wrought iron railing for the mother-in-law, and a 125-apartment bldg moves forward at ARB

Note: Jonathan Hackworth contributed research and reporting on the history of 401 Main. The storefront on the corner of Main and Market streets is currently covered in a large green swatch of what looks like artificial turf. 401 Main St, once the W.T. Grant department store, is getting new life as the Architectural Review Board granted a Certificate of Appropriateness for the concept of its future look.

Danville, VA · 4h

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IDA extends lease to expanding business

Local planners have extended a lease for a company that’s ready to expand their Danville operations. Danville’s Industrial Development Authority Tuesday approved a four-month extension for Infinity Global. The current lease runs for 12 months, with a possible six-month extension, and requires Infinity to buy the property before...

Danville, VA · 19h

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Grades in School Are Controversial

Grades have often been an area of contention for students and teachers. Late work is often controversial. “I think it depends on the class,” Farren Shifflett, freshman, said. “If it’s a class that requires a lot of work, no it’s not fair. Students often deal with a lot mentally, and I think that sometimes work is just hard to get finished.”

Chatham, VA · 1d

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7 Biscuitville Orders Virginians Line Up For

Biscuitville says its biscuits start with just three ingredients, made from scratch. There are only six stores in Virginia, but locals who know the chain already have a favorite order. Here are the Biscuitville orders Virginians line up for. 1. Country Ham Biscuit. In its 2020 report on the Madison...

Virginia · 2h

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Planners advance rezoning request from Cardenas market

The city's planning commission voted to fix a long-standing zoning issue that will clear the way for a new business in the Five Forks area. Brandon Grothe is asking the property at 815 Wilson Street be rezoned from UR, Urban Residential to CB, Community Business. This would permit retail use, allowing for the proposed Cardenas Market to open. It is a meat market and deli.

Danville, VA · 3d

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Gretna Hawks rally to defeat defending state champions in five-set thriller before falling to Glenvar

The Gretna Hawks showed tremendous heart, determination, and resilience as they rallied from two sets down to defeat the defending state champion Radford Bobcats in an exciting five-set showdown. After dropping the first two sets, 20-25 and 22-25, the Hawks refused to back down, winning the next three sets 25-16, 25-18, and 15-7 to complete an impressive comeback victory.

Gretna, VA · 2d

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Danville hosting another unclaimed property money search event on Thursday

The City of Danville’s Treasurer’s Office, along with the Virginia Department of the Treasury, is bringing “another” unclaimed property money search event on Thursday, Nov. 12, face-to-face to help local citizens who might be owed funds they don’t know about. To date since 2019, this...

Danville, VA · 3d

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Golden Eagles hungry to reclaim state wrestling championship

The Golden Eagles return an experienced lineup after four consecutive top-three finishes in the state tournament. For the 2026/2027 season, the Staunton River High School wrestling team is looking to add another state championship to its growing list of accomplishments. Under Head Coach Scott Fike, the Golden Eagles have established...

Staunton, VA · 23h