Bobby Roach

1 month ago | chathamstartribune.com | Bobby Roach

Singer-songwriter Eli Lev is set to perform at Mountain Valley Brewing on Friday, April 18. The show begins at 7 p.m.Lev is known for his heartfelt lyrics, earthy melodies, and genre-blending sound he calls “Indie Folk Poptimism.” His songs draw from personal experience, global travel, and a deep connection to the natural world and spirituality. Based in Maryland, Lev performs more than 250 shows a year and has built a devoted global fan community known as the Levitators.

1 month ago | chathamstartribune.com | Bobby Roach

Dr. David Joyce has stepped down as president of Averett University, effective Friday, following a serious medical diagnosis for his wife, Lynne, according to an email from the university’s Board of Trustees. Rev. Dr. Dan Carlton, chair of the board, announced the transition in a message to alumni Friday afternoon, stating that the decision was made so the couple could devote their full attention to Lynne’s health.

Mar 7, 2025 | chathamstartribune.com | Bobby Roach

In its first showing since its inception late last year, Danville-based Improv Anywhere made its debut on the Flying Disc Clubhouse stage in Blanch, North Carolina, on Saturday, March 1. “It was an incredible experience,” Katelyn Murray, troupe cofounder, said. “The audience at Flying Disc Clubhouse was warm, welcoming, and ready to laugh. It was great to be up there with the troupe, performing in-the-moment comedy for a surprisingly packed house audience.

Mar 6, 2025 | chathamstartribune.com | Bobby Roach

A Danville firefighter died Tuesday from an accidental gunshot wound, the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday. Deputies responded to the 900 block of Countryside Drive in Ringgold at 7:42 p.m. March 4 for a report of a man suffering from a gunshot wound to the torso. Emergency responders found Kaleb Barker, 31, unresponsive and transported him to SOVAH Health in Danville, where he was pronounced dead.

Feb 27, 2025 | chathamstartribune.com | Bobby Roach

This is an excerpt from the Star-Tribune's recent special section entitled The Progress Edition. This is an annual project we publish to provide a comprehensive update on what's happening in the communities of Danville and Pittsylvania County. Community journalism remains at the heart of the Chatham Star-Tribune's operations in 2025.