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Chamber Wins National Award for Workforce Development Efforts
The Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce earned national recognition for its workforce development efforts in early 2009 by winning the W.O. Lawton Business Leadership Award.
Invitation Destination Specializes in Stationery, Event Services
Melissa Charles knows about parties. After all, she attended many as an actress and member of the Screen Actors Guild.
Economic Officials Cast Wide Net To Capture Diverse Industries
Danville’s ongoing efforts to diversify its economy are bearing fruit in the current climate, as new industry clusters are proving to be durable and flexible during a slow time.
Young Leaders Energize Business Scene
Driving around Danville after one of her first job interviews out of law school, Rachael Sanford was amazed.
Find One-of-a-Kind Gifts at Dixie Bags and More
Danville’s Gary and Michelle Bender have an impressive history together. As parents of five, the husband-wife team of 28 years works side-by-side as owners of Dixie Bags and More Gift Shop.
Goodyear Still Going Strong With Major Expansion Announcement
Business is rolling along smoothly at Danville’s Goodyear plant. Since 1966, the facility has operated as the world’s largest and most modern plant for manufacturing truck and aircraft tires.
American National Bank and Trust Celebrates Centennial of Service in 2009
Long before the days of ATMs and online banking, American National Bank and Trust Company was serving the financial needs of the Danville community.
Northern Lites Keeps the Future Bright in Gretna
Southern Virginia is brighter than ever these days, thanks to Northern Lites in Gretna.
Coleman Marketplace to Make Danville a Shopping Destination
There’s a new place to shop in Danville, and it’s unlike anything the city has ever seen. In fact, it’s the largest retail project in the area since the 1980s.
Area Draws Firms From Around the Globe
While many other parts of the country are fighting to keep jobs from going overseas, Danville and Pittsylvania County are enjoying a role reversal of that scenario as international manufacturers line up to get in.
Workforce Career Center Locations Connect Workers, Jobs and Skills
Need good workers? How about a new job?
Luna nanoWorks’ Microscopic Technology Makes Big Impact
A converted tobacco factory might not seem the logical spot for a high-tech nanotechnology facility‚ but Luna nanoWorks has shown that the old can be made new again‚ very successfully.
Head To Piedmont Mall For One-Stop Shopping
A collection of more than 75 retailers within Danville’s bustling Piedmont Mall provides a diverse mix of shopping opportunities for residents and visitors alike.
Matrix Technologies Builds $20 Million Plant in Danville
Giving Danville and Pittsylvania County “an 11 out of 10‚” Matrix Technologies built a new‚ $20 million plant that eventually will employ 500 people at the 100-acre site.
Shadetree Rare Books in Chatham Realizes a Dream and Need
After years of traveling the globe chasing stories‚ Henry Hurt now lets the world come to him.
Americans By Choice Club Helps Lure International Business
When the first sleek piece of IKEA furniture comes off the assembly line at Swedwood North America’s new plant in Danville‚ cheers will go up across the globe.
Business Owners Diversify Economy By Reinventing Historic Buildings
Virginia is where George Washington was born and where Patrick Henry called home.
Downtown Revitalization in Danville, Chatham and Gretna Attracts New Businesses
Cultural activities‚ new specialty businesses and fresh takes on residential spaces are recharging the downtown areas of Danville.
