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Former Southside delegate warns of drop in state funding with megasite projects

Former Southside delegate warns of drop in state funding with megasite projects

  • Charles Wilborn

Known as the composite index, the formula essentially comes up with how much a governing entity can afford to put toward schools. The richer the community, the less money the state hands over.

Chatham Hall celebrates graduates

Chatham Hall celebrates graduates

    Chatham Hall celebrated the graduation of the class of 2026 during the school’s 132nd commencement exercises Saturday. Normally hosted outside, the rainy weather forced the event indoors. The class of 2026 represented communities across the United States and around the world, including stude…

    Burn ban lifted in Pittsylvania County as worries now turn to flooding

    Burn ban lifted in Pittsylvania County as worries now turn to flooding

    • Charles Wilborn

    Pittsylvania County lifted a ban on burning on Tuesday after recent rainfall combated dry conditions.

    In tassel turning blitz, hundreds graduate in Danville, Pittsylvania County

    In tassel turning blitz, hundreds graduate in Danville, Pittsylvania County

    • Charles Wilborn

    Hundreds of students in Danville and Pittsylvania County turned their tassels over a three-day graduation blitz, marking personal and schoolwide milestones.

    7xMom: Goodness knows I have tried to succeed

    7xMom: Goodness knows I have tried to succeed

    • SUSAN ELZEY Contributing columnist

    At the age of 72, I have had to admit that there are several things in my life at which I’ve failed.

    ‘We felt like we were home.’ Why Microporous picked Danville area for new $1.3B facility

    ‘We felt like we were home.’ Why Microporous picked Danville area for new $1.3B facility

    • Charles Wilborn

    Microporous celebrates start of construction at Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill.

    Former Galileo school — once a Sears store — in Danville coming down

    Former Galileo school — once a Sears store — in Danville coming down

    • Charles Wilborn

    The former home of Galileo Magnet High School, and once an iconic department store in Danville, is coming down.

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    Man who was shot by Spotsylvania cops in 2024 dies in regional jail

    Man who was shot by Spotsylvania cops in 2024 dies in regional jail

    Lawrence Toler’s family says the 39-year-old died in custody after months of medical issues tied to a 2024 police shooting.

    Family seeks answers after inmate dies 3 days after booking at central Virginia jail

    Family seeks answers after inmate dies 3 days after booking at central Virginia jail

    William Harlow was booked at Charlottesville's jail on a Wednesday. He was dead three days later. No one — neither official nor family — knows what happened.

    Spanberger: Reviving vetoed bills in a budget would be an 'abuse of the process'

    Spanberger: Reviving vetoed bills in a budget would be an 'abuse of the process'

    Talk that the General Assembly might use a stalled state budget to enact vetoed ideas would be an abuse of the Virginia way, Gov. Abigail Spanberger said Tuesday.

    Quick-acting witnesses thwart robbery at Virginia Walmart

    Quick-acting witnesses thwart robbery at Virginia Walmart

    Witnesses to a robbery in the Walmart parking lot on Old Forest Road on Sunday morning subdued a suspect until police officers arrived, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.

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    In tassel turning blitz, hundreds graduate in Danville, Pittsylvania County

    In tassel turning blitz, hundreds graduate in Danville, Pittsylvania County

    • Charles Wilborn

    Hundreds of students in Danville and Pittsylvania County turned their tassels over a three-day graduation blitz, marking personal and schoolwide milestones.

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    Florida coach Jon Sumrall brings candor, charisma to SEC spring meetings

    Florida coach Jon Sumrall brings candor, charisma to SEC spring meetings

    SANDESTIN, Fla. — The Jon Sumrall tour arrived at the Florida Panhandle, where Florida’s football coach continued to share opinions and anecdotes in his energetic, entertaining style. Sumrall’s authenticity has endeared him to college football fans. His willingness to deliver unvarnished opinions, often sprinkled with sarcasm or humor, has been refreshing for Gator Nation after four seasons of ...

    3 more Virginia football game times revealed

    3 more Virginia football game times revealed

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    Virginia Tech to open James Franklin era under the lights

    Virginia Tech to open James Franklin era under the lights

    The James Franklin era at Virginia Tech will kick off in prime time. 

    Four-star tight end Jordan Karhoff commits to Virginia Tech

    Four-star tight end Jordan Karhoff commits to Virginia Tech

    Jordan Karhoff, a rising senior at St. Francis DeSales High School in Ohio, announced his verbal commitment to Virginia Tech in a social media post Tuesday evening.

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    Softball places five on CSC academic all-district team
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    Softball places five on CSC academic all-district team

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    Averett softball placed five on the CSC Academic All-District team, highlighted by standout seasons from Abby Owen, Hannah Zabik and teammates.

    Visit SoSi publishes new guides to Danville history and arts
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    Danville’s economic development and tourism office has released two Visit SoSi guides that explore African American history and an interactive River District safari.

    Memorial Day schedule for Danville city offices and services
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    Memorial Day schedule for Danville city offices and services

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    Danville government offices, the public library and courthouse will close Memorial Day, while limited transit runs and trash and yard waste collection continue.

    Leaders celebrate start of Microporous construction in Danville
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    Leaders celebrate start of Microporous construction in Danville

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    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.

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    National Hamburger Day 2026 is Thursday: How to get free food and deals

    Any day is a good day for a hamburger, but on Thursday, May 28, which is National Hamburger Day, you can get a deal on one.

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    Sports programming can go beyond the games. Shows like HBO's NFL series "Hard Knocks" and the recent Netflix ice dancing show "Glitter & Gold" tell compelling stories.

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