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Meet Nancy Eanes, the new interim supervisor for the Dan River District Jun 29, 2023

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Newly appointed interim Dan River District Supervisor Nancy Eanes talks about her life and work, as well as her goals while serving on the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors.

Chairman Dalton and Public Relations Manager Sign Off Jan 16, 2023

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Darrell Dalton, the newly-appointed Chairman of the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors, joins the show to discuss his background working with the County, his response to his unanimous selection as chairman, and some challenges and opportunities facing the Board this year. Host Caleb Ayers also shares his parting thoughts as he has accepted another position and will no longer be working with Pittsylvania County.

1% Sales Tax Passed - What Happens Now? Nov 28, 2022

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Pittsylvania County Schools Superintendent Mark Jones joins the show to talk about the recent passage of the 1% sales tax increase referendum that was approved by voters earlier this month. He talks about next steps, specific projects that will be funded with this new revenue stream, timeline, and more.

Rev Up, Dream Launch Bootcamp, and Chamber of Commerce Oct 31, 2022

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Anne Moore-Sparks and Christy Harper from the Danville-Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce join the show to highlight the Rev Up and Dream Launch Bootcamp programs, two programs for small and growing businesses in Danville and Pittsylvania County. The Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors recently committed $25,000 to the Rev Up Program, funds that will be used to help small County businesses. Christy and Anne talk about their roles with the Chamber, the emphasis they are putting on connecting with County businesses, and how the Dream Launch and Rev Up programs that fuel the growth of businesses in our region.

Center for Manufacturing Advancement Oct 17, 2022

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Telly Tucker, President of the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, joins the show to talk about the recent grand opening of the Center for Manufacturing Advancement and the related partnerships with the United States Navy and the Department of Defense. Tucker talks about the role that the Institute plays in economic development and education in Pittsylvania County, the City of Danville, and all of Southside Virginia.

Tourism in Pittsylvania County and Danville Sep 26, 2022

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Danville Tourism Manager Lisa Meriwether joins the show to talk about promoting Pittsylvania County and the City of Danville as a tourism destination. Meriweather talks about her office's role in promoting our region, shares the result of a recent tourism survey, and explains the timeline for a new regional tourism program and brand.

Gretna Library, Director's Retirement Sep 19, 2022

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After a brief overview of two exciting new Public Relations campaigns (Pittsylvaniacountyva.gov/questions and pittsylvaniacountyva.gov/famous), Pittsylvania County Public Library Director Lisa Tuite joins the show to provide an update on the Gretna Library renovation and expansion project and talk about her upcoming retirement. A new director is set to start on October 3.

The Story of 68 Dogs Aug 29, 2022

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Pittsylvania Pet Center Director Brent Weinkauf joins the show to tell the story of the 68 dogs that were brought to the Pet Center in horrible condition on April 12 as part of a hoarding case. Brent details what the following days, weeks, and months were like for him and his staff, talks about the demeanor and physical conditions of the dogs that were brought in, and shares the happy ending: all 68 of those dogs were rehabilitated and have been adopted.

Danville Community College President Aug 22, 2022

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Danville Community College President Dr. Jerry Wallace, who joined the College in July of 2022, joins the show to talk about his impressions of our region so far, his goals for Danville Community College, and some of the offerings that the College has.
"I want us to be the premier community college in the State of Virginia. And I think it starts with expanding and being more visible in K-12."

1% Sales Tax Increase Aug 08, 2022

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Pittsylvania County Schools Superintendent Mark Jones joins the show to talk about the 1% sales tax increase on the ballot this November. If approved, this 1% increase would fund about $50 million worth of renovation and construction projects across Pittsylvania County Schools. Jones talks about the projects this referendum would fund, school safety, and other funding options the school division has utilized.
Learn more about the 1% sales tax referendum.

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