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DANVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE |
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Op-ed with Dr. Jerry Wallace: Marching Toward Success!
Spring is just around the corner and March has been an exceptionally busy and exciting month for partnerships, events, and outreach at Danville Community College!
DCC kicked off the month of March by inviting their retirees to enjoy a delicious breakfast at their student center, while members of the Executive Cabinet shared all of the exciting things happening in their areas. DCC always value the insight and knowledge that our retirees bring to the table, and especially enjoy hearing about their advocacy for the college as they are out in the community.
On March 6, Dr. Wallace visited Halifax County to attend the Board of Supervisors meeting and present the many initiatives and programs that are currently under development or being launched at DCC. It was a pleasure to share this information with the Board of Supervisors and the many attending members of the community. Halifax County is a huge part of the DCC service region and DCC is excited to continue to support the area through education and workforce development.
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DCC Hosts Inaugural ‘Workforce Viewpoint’ Event for Local Business and Industry Partners
Danville Community College (DCC) held its inaugural ‘Workforce Viewpoint’ event on March 28 at 6 p.m. at the Danville Golf Club. The event, hosted by the DCC Educational Foundation, was a resounding success, with over 100 businesses and industries in attendance to meet the DCC executive leadership team and learn about customized training and services that the college can provide in support of workforce and economic development in the local community and surrounding region.
The event kicked off with welcome remarks from Danville Community College President, Dr. Jerry Wallace, followed by a formal introduction of DCC’s new Vice President of Workforce Services, Mr. Mark Funkey. Attendees enjoyed food and drink as they learned about the many ways DCC is addressing workforce development challenges in partnership with local industry.
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INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED LEARNING AND RESEARCH |
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The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research hires Kiana Dillard to serve as the Program Coordinator for Work-Based Learning.
In this role, Dillard is responsible for curating internship opportunities for high school students as well as externship opportunities for teachers and counselors, cultivating the talent pipeline to meet the needs of regional employers. Dillard brings over five years of experience in youth development and enrichment-based learning programs. She previously served as the County High School Director for the MHC After 3 – 21st Century Community Learning Center programs at Patrick & Henry Community College.
Dillard holds a bachelor’s degree in business and digital marketing from the University of Phoenix online campus. She has been a makeup artist and graphic designer for several years, spending her summers teaching entrepreneurship, cosmetology, and a host of other hands-on courses with the Summer Discovery Institute and TRiO programs at P&HCC.
Dillard is an active member of her local NSBE (National Society of Black Engineers) chapter and the founder and sponsor of the MHC Excellence Scholarship.
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ATDM Program Hiring 38 Positions
The Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program is hoping to fill 38 positions, including 24 instructors, within the next six months to support the program’s goals of rapidly training adult learners with the skills necessary to enter the defense industrial base. The program, which works to fill high-demand jobs producing parts to repair, upfit, and build submarines for the U.S. Navy, is led by the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) as a public-private consortium with the U.S. Department of Defense, Danville Community College (DCC), Phillips Corporation, and the Spectrum Group in consultation with the defense industry. Full-time and seasonal intern positions are available at IALR as well as DCC.
Professionals interested in applying for jobs at ATDM can visit the link below.
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Enjoy the Danville Art League Exhibition
The 36th Annual Spring Show from the Danville Art League is happening now! This exhibition, entitled "Seeing Things in a New Light," will be in the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research atrium through April 14. IALR is located at 150 Slayton Ave. Danville, VACome see the beautiful and diverse pieces that are on display anytime between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.
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RIVER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION |
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River District Association Executive Director promoted to CEO
Schwartz recognized for leading and growing the non-profit revitalization organization
The River District Associa6on (RDA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Diana L. Schwartz, Execu6ve Director of the River District Associa6on, will take on the new 6tle of Chief Execu6ve Officer, effec6ve immediately. The change in title will more accurately reflect her role leading and growing the downtown revitalization organization.
Since being hired by the RDA Board of Directors in 2017, Schwartz has focused on creating high performing programs such as the RDA Dream Launch Bootcamp and resulting pitch opportunities, securing outside grant funding through initiatives like the national award-winning 2018 Vote Your Main Street campaign to assist in property preservation and
development on North Union Street, and is a recognized leader regionally, building collaborative relationships with organizations and individuals across the Dan River Region.
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River District Association Dream Launch Certificates of Completion to 74 participants.
On March 23rd the River District Association (RDA) awarded Dream Launch Certificates of Completion to 74 participants. To earn a certificate and graduate, participants must attend all 6 Dream Launch Bootcamp classes.
To date, 465 individuals have participated in all or some of the Dream Launch Bootcamp classes, and 208 have completed the entire series of classes.
The RDA Dream Launch Bootcamp is for anyone who wishes to learn more about opening, owning, and operating a business in the Dan River Region; the Bootcamp is also opened to current businesses that would like to expand as well as those that would like to audit the courses to prepare for potentially opening a business in the future. There is no cost to participate in the Bootcamp.
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DANVILLE WINS THE GREAT AMERICAN MAIN STREET AWARD |
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RIVER DISTRICT ASSOCIATION EARNS 2023 GREAT AMERICAN MAIN STREET AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION
Through Collaborative Leadership and Holistic Economic Development Efforts
Main Street America announced today that River District Association (RDA) in Danville, Virginia, has received the prestigious Great American Main Street Award (GAMSA), which recognizes communities for their excellence in comprehensive preservation-based commercial district revitalization. The 2023 GAMSA designations, sponsored by The Hartford, were presented at the opening plenary for the Main Street Now Conference in Boston, Massachusetts.
Selected by a national jury of industry professionals and local leaders in the fields of economic development and historic preservation, River District Association is being recognized for creating a fertile environment for economic vitality through exceptionally strong collaborative leadership and partnerships.
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INTERNATIONAL TRIP TO THE FRENCH RIVIERA |
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The Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce departed in March with a group of 35 travelers on a nine day excursion of the French Riviera. Travelers visited Nice, Cannes, Grasse, San Remo, Italy, Monaco, Saint Tropez and The Lerins Islands with stunning views of the Mediterranean!
Be sure to join us in October for our trip to Croatia- The Pearl of the Adriatic. Contact Christy Harper for more information at chamber@dpchamber.org
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JOIN GENTRY LOCKE'S 2023 EMPLOYMENT LAW SYMPOSIUM: BE THE HR HERO!
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Calling all HR professionals! Join us in Lynchburg or Roanoke for Gentry Locke's 2023 Employment Law Symposium: Be the HR Hero!
The Lynchburg program is Tuesday, May 2 at the Virginian Hotel. The Roanoke program is Tuesday, May 9 at the Hotel Roanoke. Seating is limited. Register early. Registration will close once we’ve reached capacity. Earn 5.25 credit hours through SHRM and HRCI.
Topics Include:
Employees Say the Darndest Things
Truth, Justice...and Recent Developments and Trends in Federal Employment Law
The Dreaded Never Ending Leave of Absence and Return to Work Issues –
Navigating the Three Headed Monster: FMLA, ADA and Worker’s Compensation
Update on Virginia State Employment Laws (including Cannabis)
Workplace Violence – Managing and Reducing the Risks to Save the Day
Protecting Critical Assets – HR’s Role as a Hero
Don't miss former Vice President of Talent and Acquisition for Chick-fil-A, Dee Ann Turner who will be joining us for a special lunch talk about building a remarkable organizational culture at the Roanoke session.
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DANVILLE, VA ASSOCIATION OF ENERGY ENGINEERS OFFERS CERTIFIED ENERGY MANAGER TRAINING PROGRAM |
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This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your knowledge and obtain your CEM credentials!
Scholarships of 50% discount are available for Qualified Manufacturers.
Class, scholarships, and registration details are included in the attached flyer. Please register by April 28th, 2023.
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SOUTHSIDE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE TO HOST SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT |
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Southside Electric Cooperative’s annual golf tournament to support scholarships will be held in May at Lake Chesdin Golf Club in Chesterfield County.
The Opportunity Fund Golf Classic will be played Thursday, May 25. Registration/warmup will run from 8:45-9:45 a.m. with a 10 a.m. shotgun start.
Teams are being sought for the captain’s choice tournament. The golfing package includes range balls, gift bags, carts, mulligans, lunch, beverage tickets, raffle tickets and an awards reception, all for $650 per foursome.
Tournament organizers are also looking for sponsors, with levels ranging from $200 to $2,000. Businesses and organizations that would like to donate prizes to the raffle are invited to do so. All contributors will be recognized for their support.
Money raised by the tournament will support Southside Opportunity Fund scholarships for high school graduates who get electricity at their homes from SEC. Since the scholarship program started in 2016, 141 grants totaling $163,000 have been awarded to local graduates headed to a college or university and to other students going to the Power Line Worker Training School. The SOF board will award the next round of scholarships at the end of April.
“Part of the Cooperative’s foundation is a desire to improve the communities we serve. We believe helping local students further their educations is a wonderful way to do that,” said Sheena Lankford, vice president of member engagement and communications. “Golfers who play in the tournament will have a great time challenging the picturesque course while helping support area young people and their plans for the future.”
For more information about playing, sponsoring or donating, visit sof.coop/golf or contact SEC Community Relations Coordinator Joy Stump at 434-645-3219 or joy.stump@sec.coop.
Founded by local communities in 1937, Southside Electric Cooperative is a not-for-profit, member-owned electric distribution company with more than 58,400 active services across 18 counties in central and southern Virginia. Headquartered in Crewe, SEC has district offices in Altavista, Crewe, Dinwiddie and Powhatan. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY CRUZIN FOR HUMANITY |
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UNITED WAY OF DANVILLE- PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY
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DANVILLE TOYOTA PRESENTS- THE JACK DIAMOND MURDER MYSTERY BUSINESS AFTER HOURS WITH SMOKESTACK THEATRE |
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Date: April 27, 2023
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Event Location:
125 Piedmont Place Danville, VA 24541
Admission Info:
Free to Members
$5 for Future Members
Business After Hours are designed to provide networking opportunities for members and provide a means to showcase the business’s products, services and facilities. Business and community leaders are encouraged to attend with the intention of creating new business relationships.
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PARTNERSHIP FOR REGIONAL PROSPERITY: THE BIG SORT |
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LEADERSHIP SOUTHSIDE INFORMATION SESSION |
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Curious about Leadership Southside? Wondering if it's the right program for you?
Join us on Wednesday for an information session to learn more about the program and get your questions answered!
REGISTER at the link below!
Wednesday, April 19
9-10 a.m.
Danville Regional Foundation, 512 Bridge Street
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GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF THE VALLEYS |
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SHARSWOOD JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION |
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FARM CREDIT OF THE VIRGINIAS BUSINESS AFTER HOURS |
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Event attendees had the opportunity to network and hear about all the great services offered by Farm Credit while enjoying farm fresh milk and fresh baked cookies by Sara Morton.
Thank you to Farm Credit of the Virginias for being a member of the Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce since 2001.
Contact Farm Credit in Chatham for assistance with land, farm, and home loans for rural communities. Call 434-432-4641, check out their website at www.farmcreditofvirginias.com.
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GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL |
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George Washington High School Class of 1983
Still Eagle Strong
Dear Community Leader,
As a proud graduate of George Washington High School, we are excited to be in the planning stages of our 40th reunion! Our theme is “The Survivor Tour”, where we will also be giving back to the 2023 graduating students in May and to the G.W. staff in October 2023 when our reunion will be held.
One of the goals for our reunion is to utilize as many different local businesses as possible over the course of the three days. With that in mind, we are seeking people and/or companies that would either like to help sponsor an area of the event with a monetary donation or by supplying a door prize for our Saturday evening festivities. We will be honoring all of our sponsors by publishing their name and/or business in our reunion handouts.
If you have any further questions, please contact Susan Ketchum at 434-548-4672. We appreciate your time and consideration in helping us bring back that Eagle pride!
Sincerely,
G.W. Class of 1983
40th Reunion Committee
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DANVILLE SCIENCE CENTER: CORKS & FORKS FUNDRAISER EVENT |
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SEASON 2 OF HOMETOWN HU$TLE FEATURES LOCAL BUSINESSES |
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AN EVENING WITH CLIFTON TAULBERT: THE ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET |
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BUSINESS AFTER HOURS WITH GATEWAY HEALTH & THE BEE HOTEL |
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Join us for Business After Hours on The Rooftop with Gateway Health & The Bee Hotel
Date: May 11, 2023
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Event Location:
420 Patton Street Danville, VA 24541
Admission Info:
Free to Members
$5 for Future Members
Business After Hours are designed to provide networking opportunities for members and provide a means to showcase the business’s products, services and facilities. Business and community leaders are encouraged to attend with the intention of creating new business relationships.
Sponsored by: Gateway Health in partnership with The Bee Hotel. Food & beverages provided by Crema & Vine.
Attendance is limited to 75
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DANVILLE OTTERBOTS 2023 PROMO SCHEDULE |
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DANVILLE RIVERVIEW ROTARY: RUN FOR ROTARY 5K |
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SMOKESTACK THEATRE COMPANY: GALA FUNDRAISER |
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MARTINSVILLE SPEEDWAY: 2023 SPRING NASCAR CUP SERIES |
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(T) 434.836.6990 | (F) 434.836.6955
150 Slayton Avenue | Danville, VA 24540
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