Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that UK-based WB Alloys is investing $6.6 million to expand their operations and open production in Virginia. The Danville facility will specialize in wire alloy production for the Navy and Department of ...
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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces WB Alloys Establishes First U.S. Production Facility in Danville
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Temporary access changes now in effect at Danville Visitor Center
As of Monday, July 7, temporary access changes are in effect at the Danville Visitor Center, located at 645 River Park Drive, to accommodate ongoing construction improvements. The renovation process is expected to continue through August 2025.
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City launches tourism sponsorship portal
This sponsorship program is a reimbursable funding opportunity tailored for stakeholders seeking to create projects, programs, and events that will attract visitors to Danville and Pittsylvania County.
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City awarded Virginia Tourism Corporation grant for tourism marketing
The marketing initiative, “See You in SoSi,” will drive cross-border visitation from North Carolina, primarily Raleigh, Greensboro, and Durham. The project will work closely with six local partners, including the Danville Museum of Fine Arts and ...
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Virginia receives Gold Shovel Award by Area Development Magazine, Microporous recognized as top project
Area Development Magazine honored Virginia with a Gold Shovel Award in the 8-12 million population category as part of its 20th Annual Shovel Awards. Microporous was recognized as one of the top contributing projects in 2024. The awards ...
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City announces Project Hispanic Horizons, welcomes interns
Project Hispanic Horizons will develop the framework for strategies to help small businesses, who are not currently engaged within the local entrepreneur ecosystem, build capacity and recognize the procurement opportunities offered throughout ...
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City hosts Business Appreciation Breakfast
The event included a keynote message from speaker, Dr. Melissa Furman, a consultant with over 20 years of leadership experience and President and Founder of Career Potential LLC. Dr. Furman explored strategies for successfully collaborating ...
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City to host Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification training
LSSBB Training equips professionals with the advanced tools, techniques, and leadership skills needed to lead impactful projects that reduce waste, enhance efficiency, and improve quality across operations.