Danville and Pittsylvania County, branded as Visit SoSi, are seeing rapid tourism growth driven by new attractions, lodging, riverfront development and local engagement.
- City of Danville
Westover Drive will close June 9 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. between Rosemary Lane and Fairview Avenue for sewer line work, with signed detours via nearby streets.
- Martinsville
Martinsville will hold a June 8 public hearing at the future YMCA site to gather input on CDBG-funded community development and housing needs and accept comments.
- Martinsville City Public Schools
Martinsville City Public Schools offers free on-site summer breakfast and lunch for children 18 and under at multiple school sites, with listed dates and hours.
- City of Danville
Danville’s economic development and tourism office has released two Visit SoSi guides that explore African American history and an interactive River District safari.
- City of Danville
Danville government offices, the public library and courthouse will close Memorial Day, while limited transit runs and trash and yard waste collection continue.
- Martinsville
In observance of Memorial Day, city offices will close Monday, May 25, 2026. Essential services remain on normal schedules and bulk or brush pickup is paused.
Danville and Pittsylvania County leaders marked the start of Microporous’s $1.6 billion battery separator plant, expected to create 1,800 jobs in Southern Virginia.
Henry County announces sale of Patriot Centre II property to Appalachian Power, highlighting responsible land use and long-term economic development goals.
New College Institute honors the Longwood University @ NCI Class of 2026, celebrating 14 education graduates and their achievements at recent ceremonies.
MCPS honored Martinsville seniors earning the Superintendent’s Award, the district’s highest academic recognition for students with a 4.0 or higher GPA.
Martinsville City Public Schools offers free weekly summer meal kits delivered to youth 18 and under at home, with registration due by June 9, 2026.
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Piedmont Arts in Martinsville installs a 146-panel solar array and recent efficiency upgrades to cut power costs and support long-term arts programming.
Visit SoSi received a $30,000 Virginia Tourism Corporation grant to promote its Welcome to SoSi campaign and drive more visitors and overnight stays to the region.
- Hannah Barker
Danville’s historic White Mill, now Dan River Falls, was transformed into housing and offices and recognized by Virginia Business as a top project in the state.
- Martinsville City Public Schools
Martinsville City Public Schools has named veteran educator Robert Dalton interim principal of Albert Harris Elementary School, highlighting his deep local ties.
- danvilleva.gov
Danville’s economic development office hosted the Visit SoSi Tourism Celebration during National Travel and Tourism Week, marking three years of the regional program.
- Martinsville City Public Schools
Martinsville High School honors 2026 Big M Trophy recipients, recognizing seniors with GPAs of 3.7 or higher and the teachers who most influenced their success.
- Hannah Barker
Danville’s economic development office supports local small businesses with free marketing boot camps, Sunday workshops, and financial and customer service training.
- danvilleva.gov
Visit SoSi received a $30,000 Virginia Tourism Corporation grant to launch the Welcome to SoSi campaign, boosting visitation and spending in Southern Virginia.
- danvilleva.gov
The City Council will meet May 19 at 7 p.m. for a business session followed by a work session, with the business session aired live on River City TV.
- danvilleva.gov
Danville Police will hold a Peace Officers Memorial Day service May 15 at 1 Community Way to honor local officers lost in the line of duty and all fallen law enforcement.
- danvilleva.gov
Danville Fire Department crews battled a Halifax Road house fire, rescuing one occupant while another was found deceased. The cause remains under investigation.
- danvilleva.gov
Virginia Business named Dan River Falls a 2026 Top Project for transforming the historic White Mill into a mixed-use destination through public-private partnership.
- Averett University
Averett University awarded President’s Medals to four Southside Virginia leaders whose long-standing service has significantly impacted the university and community.
- The Harvest Foundation
Martinsville native Jordan Menefee returned after Virginia Commonwealth University with a vision to help Martinsville-Henry County rebuild, grow and inspire progress.
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