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Five shot in Danville, one killed, one arrested

6 days ago | chathamstartribune.com | Chuck Vipperman

One person was killed and four people wounded in a shootout that happened early Sunday at an outdoor gathering in north Danville---and a suspect is in custody. Danville Police got the call just before 1:30 a.m. Sunday the 100 block of Carver Drive. That’s a dead-end street off of Bradley Road. There were a number of people attending an outdoor gathering near the intersection of Carver Drive and Cheyenne Drive --- a caller reported multiple shots fired.
Enterprise fund a key point in Hurt budget work

2 weeks ago | chathamstartribune.com | Shannon Kelly

The Town of Hurt council approved a proposed budget for advertisement ahead of a public hearing and adoption scheduled for June on Tuesday, May 13, after two continuations of a meeting started May 6. The proposed budget includes a real estate tax rate increase from 13 cents per $100, to 15 cents per $100 of assessed value, and increases to volumetric water rates, and the base rate fee. Personal property tax rates are proposed to remain unchanged from the current amount.
Judge rules Danville murder suspect incompetent

2 weeks ago | chathamstartribune.com | Chuck Vipperman

A Danville woman charged with killing an elderly man in her care is not competent to stand trial…at least not right now. Danville Police served a search warrant at a home in the 100-block of Pineview Drive March tenth. They found 78-year old Arvel Shrewsbury dead in his house. They arrested 58-year old Jeanette Perez Staton at and charged her with second degree murder.
Website hints at Masonic Temple's future

2 weeks ago | chathamstartribune.com | Chuck Vipperman

The owners of the River District’s tallest building are hinting at its future. Masonic Temple Redevelopment, LLC, purchased the Masonic Temple from a group called “Where Eagles Dare” for just over a million dollars two months ago. On their webpage, Williamsburg-based Cornerstone Hospitality lists the property as a future member of the Marriott Tribute Portfolio.
Bridge named to honor fallen Deputy

2 weeks ago | chathamstartribune.com | Chuck Vipperman

One of eight Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Deputies to die in the line of duty was honored last weekend. The Board of Supervisors last year approved a resolution to name the bridge on Route 40 West Gretna Road over Route 29 in memory of Deputy Sheriff Eugene B. McBride. The sign was unveiled Friday with several of McBride's family members in attendance. On November 2, 1969, McBride responded to a disorderly conduct call. He arrested a suspect but started suffering chest pains.
Wildcats keep rolling in district play

3 weeks ago | chathamstartribune.com | Martin Pounds

The Dan River baseball team is hitting their stride, winners of five of their last six ball games. This week, the Wildcats were victorious over Altavista and Gretna - forcing a three-way tie for first place in the Dogwood District with the Colonels and Appomattox County. The Wildcats roared out with six runs in the bottom of the fourth inning as Dan River defeated Altavista 7-1 on Monday. Sophomore Trace Jones was dominant on the mound as he held the Colonels scoreless for six innings.
Town of Gretna adopts fire prevention ordinance

3 weeks ago | chathamstartribune.com | Shannon Kelly

The Town of Gretna council adopted a fire prevention ordinance during a council meeting on April 8. Prior to this move, Gretna did not have any fire prevention ordinance in place. While things like fireworks, compliance with burn bans, and other regulations can be found in places like the Code of Virginia, there was no local ordinance. Council’s goal was to help protect the community as best as possible from fire-related devastation.
Three Eagles to play on Saturdays this fall

1 month ago | chathamstartribune.com | Chuck Vipperman

After leading the G.W. Eagles to a district football title last fall, three graduating seniors will suit up at the next level THIS fall. Neo Cabell, Jalen Glenn, and Avanta Fitzgerald signed letters of intent to play college football. Fitzgerald wrapped up his varsity career last fall, being named Defensive Player of the Year in the Piedmont District. He’s going to play for the new head coach, Michael Vick, at Norfolk State University.
Southside regional real estate forum showcased highlights and challenges of growth

1 month ago | chathamstartribune.com | Shannon Kelly

The third annual Southside regional real estate forum, held Wednesday, April 30, showed both challenges and highlights of growth in the area. A panel discussion followed a luncheon and networking period for attendees. Realtors, investors, real estate agents, developers, and others within or adjacent to the industry were invited to attend the yearly event, this year held at Motleys Mill in Chatham.
Wildcats claw past Cavaliers, Generals

1 month ago | chathamstartribune.com | Martin Pounds

Dan River's varsity softball and baseball teams went 2-1 this week. The Wildcats bounced back from losses on Monday to take down Chatham and William Campbell. SoftballThe Wildcats suffered a 6-3 road loss at Gretna on Monday evening. Dan River trailed 5-0 after three innings but battled back with a run in the fourth and two in the sixth innings to make it a 5-3 game. Gretna added an insurance run in the bottom of the sixth and the Wildcats were unable to rally again.