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Ice-skating rink set to open in Martinsville thanks to $200K grant

MARTINSVILLE, Va. (WSET) — A new ice-skating rink is coming to Martinsville, bringing public skating back to the area for the first time in more than a decade. The project is being funded through a $200,000 grant from the Harvest Foundation, which will cover equipment, staffing, marketing and programming. City officials said the project will not require any city funding.

Martinsville, VA · 1d
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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 · 19h
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Vaughan begins work as director at God's Storehouse

Danville’s main food pantry has a new leader. Suzie Vaughan began serving last week as Executive Director of God’s Storehouse. She replaces Karen Harris, who led them for more than 14 years. Vaughan will work alongside Harris until Harris retires early next year. Vaughan founded and serves as...

Danville, VA · 2d
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Hannah Harper brings 'Behind This Guitar Tour' to Caesars Virginia

Country singer and 2026 "American Idol" winner Hannah Harper will bring her "Behind This Guitar Tour 2027" to The Pantheon at Caesars Virginia on Saturday, March 6, 2027. Harper made "American Idol" history in May when she became the first female country artist to win the televised singing competition since Carrie Underwood took the crown more than two decades ago in 2005.

Danville, VA · 12h

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Tuesdays of Honor: Teddy Michael Campbell

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - This week’s Tuesdays of Honor goes to a man from Redwood, Virginia in Franklin County. Teddy Michael Campbell was born in 1944 and entered the United States Army in 1967. He went to Fort Bragg, North Carolina for basic training then went to Fort Dix...

Franklin County, VA · 1d

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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 · 2d

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Lamanna Sees Growth Opportunities in Lynchburg, Danville as He Begins New Banking Chapter

LYNCHBURG, Va. — After spending much of his banking career with BB&T and its successor, Truist, Steve Lamanna saw an opportunity to make a change — one that would allow him to continue working with businesses in the region he has called home for more than two decades.

Lynchburg, VA · 2d

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Hawks fall to archrival, head to playoffs

The Gretna Hawks football team dropped the last game of the regular season. The Hawks are headed to the playoffs though, taking on Floyd County Friday at 7 p.m. on the road. Gretna lost Friday night's game, 44-7, in a road matchup with the Altavista Colonels. "We came out flat,"...

Gretna, VA · 20h

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Franklin County Schools face funding challenges after voters reject sales tax referendum

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Franklin County Public Schools is facing difficult funding decisions after voters rejected a proposed 1-cent sales tax referendum that school leaders hoped would help pay for major school upgrades and additional safety features. According to the Virginia Department of Elections, voters overwhelmingly shot down...

Franklin County, VA · 1d

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City of Martinsville Announces ‘Uptown Nights on Ice’

The City of Martinsville has announced the launch of Uptown Nights on Ice, a temporary outdoor ice skating rink featuring a variety of special events and holiday activities designed to create new experiences and traditions for families and friends throughout the holidays. Uptown Nights on Ice is a partnership between...

Martinsville, VA · 1d

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‘Long Island Medium’ Theresa Caputo Scheduled for 2027 Performance at Caesars Virginia

DANVILLE, Va. — Television personality and author Theresa Caputo, widely recognized from the reality series "Long Island Medium," will bring her live touring production to Danville next spring. The performance, titled "Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience," is scheduled for Friday, March 19, 2027, at The Pantheon, the entertainment venue...

Danville, VA · 2d

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Two newcomers win Martinsville council seats as Mayor L.C. Jones finishes third

MARTINSVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Martinsville’s City Council will have a new look in January after voters chose two newcomers in a five-way race for two seats. Michael Greene and Charles Niederstadt won the seats, while current Mayor L.C. Jones, who also ran for re-election, finished third and did not win one of the two seats. Councilman Aaron Rawls did not seek re-election after serving four years.

Martinsville, VA · 1d

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Danville Public Schools Announces District Teacher of the Year

Park Avenue Elementary School 5th Grade Science Teacher Courtney Cramer has been named the 2028 Danville Public Schools (DPS) Teacher of the Year. A five-year teaching veteran, Cramer has a bachelor’s degree with an elementary education endorsement from Mary Baldwin University. Prior to becoming a teacher, Cramer worked in the golf and landscaping industry. In the community, she is a VFW Post 647 Ladies Auxiliary Member.

Danville, VA · 1d

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Election results show trust in local leaders, but a divided Southside on statewide and national questions

In local elections, incumbents largely held sway. In the races for House District 5 and the U.S. Senate, as well as all three proposed amendments to the Virginia Constitution, the voting revealed deep divisions between Pittsylvania County voters and Danville voters. And as a whole, Southside voters’ decisions ran counter...

Pittsylvania County, VA · 1d

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Celebrate The Holidays at Caesars Virginia

From holiday shows featuring award-winning artists Derek Hough & Chris Isaak at The Pantheon, specially curated holiday menus at Ramsay’s Kitchen and The Spa and a chance to drive off in two new Cadillacs, Caesars Virginia is spreading the joy this holiday season. PROMOTIONS. SATURDAY, DEC. 19 | Two...

Danville, VA · 1d

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MARTINSVILLE SCHOOL SALES TAX APPROVED BY JUST 10 VOTES

Martinsville voters have narrowly approved a one-percent sales tax increase to fund improvements to the city's public schools, with the referendum passing by just ten votes. The final round of ballot counting on Tuesday, November 10, determined the outcome of one of the closest local tax votes in Virginia. According...

Martinsville, VA · 16h

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George Washington runs past Magna Vista for third straight district title

If the Piedmont District championship trophy spends too much more time at George Washington High School, it’s going to have to start paying rent and groceries. For the third consecutive year GW squared off against Magna Vista for the Piedmont title and for the third year straight the Eagles emerged victorious as GW turned in a dominant performance in the second half for a 45-19 victory over the Warriors in the regular-season finale for both squads Friday night.

Ridgeway, VA · 15h