Chatham Star-Tribune

12/27/2024

The Danville Fire Marshal’s Office has determined that an electrical issue caused the fatal fire on Dec. 26 at 3551-A Westover Drive. The victim has been identified as Kasey Webb, 35, according to Division Chief Fire Marshal Richard Guill.

The Danville Fire Marshal’s Office has determined that an electrical issue caused the fatal fire on Dec. 26 at 3551-A Westover Drive.

12/27/2024

Crews arrived in less than four minutes after dispatch and encountered heavy fire conditions coming from the home. Firefighters quickly attacked the fire and searched the home, locating a victim who was removed from the residence.

The Danville Fire Department responded to a structure fire Thursday afternoon in the 3500 block of Westover Drive.

12/26/2024

At home against Martinsville in the first district game of the season, the varsity girls basketball team defeated Martinsville 45-38. This is the first win for the Trojans over the Bulldogs since 2011.

Girls Basketball

12/25/2024

Many local pet owners visited the Danville Area Humane Society on Dec. 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for pet pictures with Santa Claus and an adoption fair.

12/25/2024

"Round 2 has commenced as Balico, LLC has submitted a second proposal to develop data centers and a gas power plant outside of Chatham, Virginia. This latest proposal, submitted on November 19, develops 762-acres with 12 data centers, and gas power generation on Chalk Level Road, as well as a parcel just north of Chalk Level Road that borders 29 North."

Round 2 has commenced as Balico, LLC has submitted a second proposal to develop data centers and a gas power plant outside of Chatham, Virginia. This latest proposal, submitted on

12/25/2024

The Lady Cavaliers travelled to Tunstall High School on Monday, December 9 for their second meeting with the Lady Trojans of the season. The Lady Cavaliers defeated the Trojans 48-45. Jakiyah Giggetts earned her third double-double of the season with 22 points, 14 rebounds, and nine assists.

The Lady Cavaliers travelled to Tunstall High School on Monday, December 9 for their second meeting with the Lady Trojans of the season. The Lady Cavaliers defeated the Trojans 48-45.

12/25/2024

The Danville Police Department conducted a major training exercise from Friday, Dec. 13 through Dec. 19, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. The exercises took place at the Averett University Student Center, located at 132 Woodland Drive.

The Danville Police Department conducted a major training exercise from Friday, Dec. 13 through Dec. 19, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. The exercises took place at

12/23/2024

"Dear Santa Claus:

It’s me, Buddy, the Best Shelter Mascot Bird in the world. I have been a good boy this year (well, there were a couple of incidents, but that’s all in the past), and I am writing to give you my wish list for Christmas. Christmas is in two days, so I hope I’m not too late."

Dear Santa Claus:

12/23/2024

Two new Chatham town council members were sworn in on Monday, Dec. 9, along with the re-elected town mayor, and one re-elected council member.

Two new Chatham town council members were sworn in on Monday, Dec. 9, along with the re-elected town mayor, and one re-elected council member.

12/23/2024

The Wendell Grant Scholarship Committee recently sponsored the annual Alumni Gretna/Altavista men's basketball games at Gretna High School.

The Wendell Grant Scholarship Committee recently sponsored the annual Alumni Gretna/Altavista men's basketball games at Gretna High School.

12/23/2024

Law enforcement officials are warning the public about a surge in phone scams targeting registered s*x offenders. Scammers are contacting offenders at their workplaces and directly, threatening arrest unless a cash payment is provided.

Law enforcement officials are warning the public about a surge in phone scams targeting registered s*x offenders. Scammers are contacting offenders at their workplaces and directly, threatening arrest unless a

12/23/2024

“In order to protect Virginia’s wild white-tailed deer and elk herds, a DWR permit is required to possess any member of the deer family within Virginia, and the importation of deer into the Commonwealth is typically prohibited," said DWR State Wildlife Veterinarian Dr. John Tracey. "But this time of year, VDACS and DWR work together to ensure the correct permits and procedures to allow Santa and his reindeer to enter the Commonwealth. Santa has always been an excellent partner and his attention to the health of his reindeer team cannot be overstated. We look forward to his yearly visit.”

Santa’s sleigh will have no problems entering the Commonwealth on Dec. 24. State Veterinarian Dr. Charlie Broaddus, with the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS), in collaboration with

12/23/2024

With post-season football play wrapping up around the state, All-Piedmont District awards were announced this week. Tunstall placed two senior captains on the second team. Kaden Brower was recognized for his efforts as a wide receiver and kickoff returner. Eben Turner was awarded for his position of cornerback.

With post-season football play wrapping up around the state, All-Piedmont District awards were announced this week. Tunstall placed two senior captains on the second team. Kaden Brower was recognized for

12/21/2024

Danville kicked off the holiday season in festive fashion with its annual Luminaria Trail Walk on Friday, Dec. 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Hosted by Danville Parks and Recreation, the free event was presented in partnership with the River District Association’s Christmas on the Plaza event, which included the lighting of the city’s 2024 Christmas tree.

Danville kicked off the holiday season in festive fashion with its annual Luminaria Trail Walk on Friday, Dec. 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Hosted by Danville Parks and

12/20/2024

The Municipal Building, all other City of Danville government offices, the public library, and the James F. Ingram Justice Center will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24, and Wednesday, Dec. 25, for the Christmas holiday. The courthouse will also be closed Thursday, Dec. 26., city officials announced Thursday.

The Municipal Building, all other City of Danville government offices, the public library, and the James F. Ingram Justice Center will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24, and Wednesday, Dec. 25,

12/16/2024

When Penny Hodges saw the devastation wrought by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina earlier this fall, she felt moved to do something actionable to help her neighbors.

When Penny Hodges saw the devastation wrought by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina earlier this fall, she felt moved to do something actionable to help her neighbors.

12/13/2024

UPDATE: Hunter Bryce Long III was taken into custody without incident by the Danville Police Department at approximately 6:20 p.m. Friday in the 2300 block of West Main Street near Dollar General.
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The Danville Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating Hunter Bryce Long III, 22, who escaped from Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute on Taylor Drive around 3:55 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13.

6:40 p.m. Update

12/13/2024

Wilkins & Co. Realtors is a full-service real estate agency that has taken pride in serving Danville and various cities in Virginia and North Carolina for decades.

Wilkins & Co. Realtors is a full-service real estate agency that has taken pride in serving Danville and various cities in Virginia and North Carolina for decades.