Press releases

The Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism (DOEDT) announced that regional tourism program, Visit SoSi, has received a $30,000 Marketing Leverage Program grant from the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) to support its new campaign, ...

Widely known as the White Mill, Dan River Falls is a 550,000 square foot historic redevelopment led by the City of Danville and the Alexander Company. The project has transformed the former Dan River Mills textile factory into a mixed use ...

The City of Danville, in partnership with 1st & Main Development and Lansing Melbourne Group (LMG), celebrated the groundbreaking of the new Hyatt Studios Riverfront on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. The event marks a major milestone in the continued ...

This global initiative, led by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), honors the work of economic development professionals and the meaningful impact they have on communities around the world.

Branded as “Launch and Leverage | Big Moves for Small Businesses,” the event was designed to equip local and regional businesses with the tools, knowledge, and connections needed to grow and compete for larger opportunities.

Bagbey completed a rigorous three year curriculum that included in person coursework across a broad range of professional development topics. This achievement further enhances her ability to support and promote the City of Danville through her ...

Through a partnership with the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC), participants completed a rigorous curriculum focused on leadership, communication, strategic planning, and budgeting. Graduates earned the Certified Virginia Tourism Professional ...

Dewberry, a nationally recognized engineering, architecture, planning, and design firm with more than 70 years of experience, has maintained a presence in Danville for nearly five decades at its Piney Forest Road office. The firm’s relocation to ...