VOLUNTEERS, IT IS TIME TO ASSEMBLE BLESSING BUCKETS WITH GOD'S PIT CREW!

Hurricane Helene has truly made an impact in the past week. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone who has been affected by this storm!

USA TODAY SAYS: "As of Monday, Hurricane Helene has already claimed more than 100 lives as the powerful Hurricane that swept through the Southeast left devastation and chaos in its wake. Helene is considered to be one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the United States in the modern era. The Carolinas, Florida, Georgia and Tennesee have all reported deaths from the deadly storm."

WHEN: Thursday, October 10th @ 9:00 AM

LOCATION: Enter at 132 Parkland Drive, Danville, VA 24540 (Entrance #4). 

NOTES

• Arrive promptly (between 8:30 and 8:45 AM) so we can START at 9:00 AM. 
• Volunteers MUST be age 10 and older to participate. 
• Closed toe shoes are REQUIRED!

It is important that you read the comments for each job assignment for physical requirements. The safety of the volunteers is our TOP priority and some jobs are easier than others! (You will be standing throughout the entire assembly, there is NO sitting down!)

This will be a 2-LINE assembly so the sign-up is separated into the two separate lines! (Lines 2 & 3)

We cannot guarantee that friends/family/groups coming together can stay together.

Please be flexible with us in the event we need to move you to a unfilled job.

To speed up check in for non-registered volunteers, print and complete the form located under "Related Files." If you do not have access to a printer, forms will be available at the warehouse - arrive at a time to allow completion of the paperwork (one page form) so we can start at 9:00 AM.

When you click on "Sign Up" please make sure you also click the "Sign Up and Submit" button at the bottom of the page.

Thank you for serving!

SOVA WOMEN'S BASKETBALL PRE-SEASON CAMP REGISTRATION

Registration is NOW OPEN for the SoVA Pre-Season Women’s Basketball Camp! This empowering FREE camp is designed for female athletes, aged 8-18, who are interested in or plan to tryout for their school teams this Fall 🏀 Gear up and register today for the first ever SPWBC! 

Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/PJrsJFTGH2 

The SoVA Pre-Season Women’s Basketball Camp is made possible by the generous sponsorship of the Chatham, Outer Northside Danville, Southside Danville, & Westside Danville Community Councils & the collaborative efforts of the Chatham High School, Dan River High School, Gretna High School, Tunstall High School, & George Washington High School Varsity Girls Head Basketball Coaches, SoVa Fitness, & Off Season.

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE TRUNK OR TREAT

AIM HIGH: U.S. AIR FORCE IS NOW RECRUITING!

DANVILLE CONCERT ASSOCIATION LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE! BUY TICKETS ONLINE!

SOVA REGIONAL HOUSING SUMMIT

Register Now! SoVA Regional Housing Summit - October 24, 2024

ALL CITIZENS JOB & RESOURCE FAIR

RENTAL OFFICE SPACE & MEETING SPACE AVAILABLE

DANVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE COLLABORATES WITH UNCLE AL'S DINER TO OFFER MEAL OPTIONS FOR STUDENTS, FACULTY, AND STAFF

WENDELL SCOTT SR. TO BE INDUCTED INTO 2024 AUTOMOTIVE HALL OF FAME

February 19, 2024 - Wendell Scott Sr. has been named as a 2024 inductee into the 2024 Automotive Hall of Fame. The Induction & Awards Ceremony will take place on September 19 and will recognize a selection of global mobility pioneers. Widely considered the single greatest honor an individual can receive in the automotive industry, induction into the Automotive Hall of Fame is reserved for noteworthy individuals whose efforts helped shape the automotive and mobility marketplace.

"Once again, this year's class of inductees highlights the breadth of contributions individuals have had on this industry and all that it influences," said Sarah Cook, president of the Automotive Hall of Fame. "This diverse group of trailblazing innovators and leaders have played a critical role in shaping our industry, and we couldn't be more pleased to recognize their achievements and welcome them into the Hall of Fame."

EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE HEALTH COLLABORATIVE!

We are thrilled to share that our region has been chosen as a finalist for the 2024 Culture of Health Prize from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation!



The Prize honors the work of communities like ours that are at the forefront of addressing structural racism and other injustices. Communities that ensure everyone can reach their best health and wellbeing, from safe and affordable housing to economic opportunity, access to healthy foods to transportation.

Since its launch in 2013, the Prize has recognized more than 60 communities across the US, highlighting community-led solutions that prove another world is possible, one where barriers to health are broken down through community power-building, cross-sector partnerships, policy reform, systems change, and the reclamation of cultural practices.

2024 HALIFAX COUNTY TURKEY TROT FUNDRAISER SPONSORS NEEDED

ONE MONTH AWAY: 2024 VIRGINIA EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE CONFERENCE

AVERETT UNIVERSITY NAMES DONALD MERRICKS AS INTERIM CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Averett University is pleased to announce The Honorable Donald Merricks ’74, ’91 has been named interim CFO. Merricks is a retired bank president, entrepreneur and former member of the Virginia House of Delegates, and is a two-time Averett alumnus.



“We’re blessed beyond measure to have Don Merricks joining us in this critical role at this time in Averett’s history,” said Averett President Dr. Tiffany M. Franks. “He is highly respected and trusted throughout not only our region, but also the Commonwealth, and has a deep understanding of this community.”

AVERETT UNIVERSITY'S ENROLLMENT CLIMBS AGAIN

Averett University has seen an almost 7% increase in total enrollment this fall as compared to last.

With nearly 1,450 students enrolled at Averett now, the University is building on enrollment and retention momentum realized in the last academic year. Students from 30 states and 29 countries, ranging in age from 15 to 77, are studying in person and online with Averett.



“We are proud that our numbers have remained strong and grown steadily,” said Dr. S. Lee Beaumont, vice president of enrollment management and university marketing. “Every corner of our institution plays a part in this, and the strategic enrollment and retention efforts we’ve employed across the University have paid off.”

TECHNISTA, LLC TO ESTABLISH NATIONAL TRAINING CENTER IN PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY

Education consulting company will invest $1.5 million and create 15 new jobs to support Department of Defense contract.



Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that TECHnista, LLC, an education consulting company specializing in curriculum development for K-12 programs in defense and advanced manufacturing industries, will invest $1,559,646 to establish its National Training and Technology Center in Pittsylvania County. The project will create 15 new jobs and support the implementation of a five-year federal contract with the U.S. Department of Defense’s office of Innovation Capability and Modernization. Virginia successfully competed with North Carolina for the project.

FOUR IALR EMPLOYEES PARTICIPATING IN LEADERSHIP SOUTHSIDE

Four employees of the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) are participating in this year’s cohort of Leadership Southside – a professional development program offered through the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce. The IALR participants are shown below. 

Now in its 32nd year, Leadership Southside is a leadership development program for the business, education, public and nonprofit sectors that aims to connect and build leaders. The cohort will meet once a month, focusing on topics like the role of a leader, self-management and the management of others and inspiring others to action. Several IALR employees have participated in past cohorts.

Justin Scarce, Manager, ATDM Industry Engagement

Sherri Dickens, Senior Support Specialist, ATDM

Tracy Fink, Vice President, IALR Conference Center

Caleb Ayers, Communications Content Manager, IALR

NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS FOR SOUTHERN PIEDMONT TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL ANNUAL AWARDS!

The Southern Piedmont Technology Council is currently accepting nominations for our annual Awards, with winners to be announced at the annual banquet (November 12th at IALR). Nominators and nominees do not have to be SPTC members, but the nominees do need to be in the SPTC footprint, which includes Danville & Pittsylvania County (see below). There are awards for large business, small business, and an entrepreneur, among others.

We welcome you to share this event, attend the banquet and to submit awards nominations for businesses, especially in the DPC Chamber and RevUp program. Award applications are due by September 30. Here is the link to view the award categories and submit nominations: https://www.sptc-va.org/innovative-stars-awards-banquet/  



*SPTC serves 8 localities (including 7 of the 15 localities in GOVAR3): Patrick, Henry, Franklin, Pittsylvania, Halifax, and Mecklenburg counties and the cities of Danville and Martinsville.

DANVILLE MUSEAUM OF FINE ARTS & HISTORY DOUBLE EXPOSURE EXHIBIT OPENING SOON

34th ANNUAL LAURIE S. MORAN CHAMBER CLASSIC : SPONSORS REQUESTED

ONLY A FEW WEEKS LEFT until the 34th Annual Laurie S Moran Chamber Classic! 

Join us on the lawn of the Danville Golf Club for some fun, networking and opportunities to support this annual fundraising event.



If you’re interested in sponsoring the event, we’d love to hear from you as we are looking for golf cart and hole sponsors.

SPCA OF PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY INVITES YOU TO PUP-A-PALOOZA

Vendors spaces are still available. If interested please contact Joy Hardy @ 434-549-3127 or joybrummett@yahoo.com

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS WITH LEE ENTERPRISES AT THE BEE HOTEL

Our October Business After Hours will be hosted by Lee Enterprises, the parent company of Danville Register & Bee.  

Join us to learn more about this company.  Lee Enterprises is a Nationwide full scale ad agency offering everything from local print ads through the Register & Bee all the way to Super Bowl Commercials.

Lee Enterprises has also partnered with Amplified Digital and Brand Ave studios allowing them to scale from the largest national networks to a targeted local audience.

They are a one stop shop for all of your advertising including PPC, Mobile Targeting, Website Development, Shoppable Ads, OTT/CTV, Email Marketing and so on.

If you can dream it, they can do it!

Oct 10 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

420 Patton Street Danville, VA

On the Rooftop



**Limited to 80 Attendees**

CHAMBER TO HOST CITY OF DANVILLE CANDIDATE FORUMS

Forums Will Give Voters the Opportunity to Hear from Candidates

September 18, 2024



The Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce will host a free event for the public featuring candidates running for Danville City Council and Danville City School Board. The format will feature five minutes of comments by each candidate. Questions will be collected at the door and will be answered as time permits. 

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: THE ESTATE AND ELDER LAW CENTER OF SOUTHSIDE VIRGINIA, PLLC

"A Relationship, Not Just Representation."

The staff at The Estate & Elder Law Center Of Southside Virginia offer personal attention and the highest quality of legal representation and counsel.

Whether you are 21 or 81, you need seasoned legal counsel. With our firm, you can gain peace of mind knowing that whatever the question, you have a starting point. Managing Attorney Robert W. Haley is a Certified Elder Law Attorney®) (CELA®) and his expertise is in Estate Planning and Asset Protection. Both of these fields are very complex and each client is different. This is why Mr. Haley limits his practice to only Elder Law and Estate Planning and Probate. But as your personal attorney, Mr. Haley can also counsel and guide you on any type of legal matter, ensuring you are represented by the best, most appropriate counsel. You have worked hard to provide for your retirement; Now you are unsure how to protect your nest egg from the uncertainty of Wall Street or the haunting specter of nursing home care or you are working harder than ever for your family. Are you taking the steps today to ensure your future is bright? Protecting your assets is much more than diversification! Estate Planning is much more than drafting a will; We will not only survey your current situation and make suggestions, but with the cooperation of trusted financial advisors together we can map out an estate plan that can help you attain your family's goals.

Specifically, we can help you plan through proper:

• Medicaid/Asset Protection Planning
• Life Care Planning
• Estate Planning (Trusts and Wills)
• Life Care Planning
• Special Needs Planning

We can also assist with matters like Guardianships, Probate/Estate Administration, and Fiduciary Services.

The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC

109 Bridge Street, Suite 104, Danville, VA 24541

Toll-Free: (855) 608-0177

Local: (434) 793-1555

Fax: (434) 793-1558

***By Appointment Only: Please call our office to schedule.***

Our Danville Office is located in Suite 104, on the first floor of the Spectrum Medical Building.

ACA ANGEL UNIVERSITY AT THE BIG LAUNCH CHALLENGE 2024

Fundamentals of Angel Investing and Angel Returns and Portfolio Strategy

Thursday, October 17, 2024

Attendees will begin the event with ACA Angel University and conclude with The Big Launch Challenge where 10 leading startups will compete to win $15,000 to move their ventures forward.

Pricing:

Members - $300 for 1 course or $450 for both

Non-Members - $375 for 1 course or $565 for both

ACA Angel University: An Immersive, Interactive Learning Experience

Designed to increase collaboration between entrepreneurs and angel investors, these two courses will give you powerful insights and actionable strategies to make angel investments and startups more successful. The courses will be taught by leading experts in angel investing. "

RISE REGIONAL INNOVATION SUMMIT FOR ENTREPRENEURS

You are invited to the RISE Regional Innovation Summit for Entrepreneurs, designed to empower startups, business owners, and innovators across Southern Virginia!  

DATE: Saturday, October 19, 2024

TIME:  8:00am - 3:00pm (Program begins 9:00am)

LOCATION: Institute for Advanced Learning & Research (150 Slayton Ave, Danville, VA 24541)

Early bird tickets are available for $50/per person through September 30th!

Mark your calendar for October 19th and get your Early Bird Ticket today!

THE HOMEPLACE VINEYARDS INVITES YOU TO WINE IN THE VINES WINE FESTIVAL

HALLMARK KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT DEBUT

Celebrate the Keepsake Ornament Debut at Karen's Hallmark Gold Crown Shop in Danville Mall from October 12th-20th!

On Saturday, October 12th, from 11am-2pm, meet local artists and authors for a special holiday event.

Discover unique ornaments and festive gifts to make this season truly memorable.

MEET THE JUDGES OF THE 12TH ANNUAL BIG LAUNCH CHALLENGE!

This year marks the 12th Annual Big Launch Challenge that will be on Thursday, October 17th at the North Carolina Biotechnology Center in Durham, North Carolina.

Attend the Ann and Bill Payne ACA Angel University courses in the morning (7:30am-12:30pm).

The Big Launch Challenge kicks off at 2pm and a reception and winners announcement will wrap the day at 6pm! This day is full of opportunities you do not want to miss!

Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce

www.dpchamber.org

(T) 434.836.6990 | (F) 434.836.6955

150 Slayton Avenue | Danville, VA 24540