As you head out the door to church or brunch this morning, you’ll want to grab the umbrella to prepare for a few afternoon showers & storms. Otherwise, this morning we stay dry and mild! Our temperatures will quickly warm up into the 80s and 90s this afternoon.
On June 10, 1963, when myriads of peaceful protesters descended on the streets of Danville, they didn’t know they were walking in the footsteps of history and paving the way for equality.
This morning, we are finally seeing things settle down a bit! Rain has now moved out of the region after almost four days of showers and storms. While the rain was very much needed, Southwest and Southside picked up a bit too much rain in a very short amount of time. Along with the flash flooding, we had several storm reports last night of wind damage and isolated instances of hail.
Netflix’s “Love on the Spectrum” is on the hunt for new cast members in Danville for its next season, and you could be a part of the story!
What looks like a newspaper box on the street could actually save your life. Free doses of naloxone, a drug that reverses opioid overdoses, are now available in purple dispensing boxes placed across Southwest Virginia by the Virginia Harm Reduction Coalition.
The Regional Industrial Facilities Authority (RIFA) will vote on a Local Performance Agreement (LPA) for the Stack Infrastructure project set to be built in the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill.
A Martinsville woman was killed in a shooting late Tuesday night, according to the Martinsville Police Department.
Did you know that Martinsville’s Fayette Street was once a vibrant hub of Black-owned businesses, innovation, and community resilience? Known as the “Black Wall Street of the Southside,” this historic corridor thrived even in the face of adversity.
Radar scans this morning show a few showers remaining in the Lynchburg and Southside areas. The remainder of the viewing area is dry this morning, but still breezy! Yesterday’s cold front certainly lived up to its name, which is in part why our wind speeds are on the up and up, while our temperatures have decreased.
The Danville Transit building is scheduled to close on Friday, May 1, due to a planned water outage, according to officials. However, buses will still stop at this location as usual.
God’s Storehouse is giving you a chance to help families in need without having to leave your home.
A new report by American Rivers ranks the Dan River as the eighth most endangered river in the United States, citing concerns over proposed development and energy infrastructure projects in the region.
Southside Virginia has seen a record level of economic investment over the past year, driven largely by development at the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill.
Tune in for our special “In Focus: Southside,” where 10 News anchor John Carlin and community journalist Ethan Ellis visit YOUR neighborhood to take you inside the stories shaping Southside and the people living them.
Tune in for our special “In Focus: Southside,” where 10 News anchor John Carlin and community journalist Ethan Ellis visit YOUR neighborhood to take you inside the stories shaping Southside and the people living them.
On Saturday morning, April 11, Bridge Street will be closed to all traffic from 7 a.m. to around noon, due to the 17th Annual Bridge2Bridge race.
A powerful new painting now graces the Fayette Area Historical Initiative (FAHI) Museum in Martinsville, celebrating the legacy of four remarkable Black military heroes from Martinsville and Henry County.
A search is underway for an armed and dangerous man in connection with a deadly shooting in Halifax County, according to the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office.
With hundreds of bills awaiting action, Gov. Abigail Spanberger is weighing legislation tied to reproductive rights, including a measure that involves reproductive rights.
Robert Fincher has been named the new Martinsville city manager, following a vote by the Martinsville City Council to approve an agreement with him.
Several areas across our region are ready to shamrock and roll this weekend with numerous events happening to help people celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
A vacant building at the Patriot Centre at Beaver Creek is expected to soon house a new manufacturer as Fukoku Korea prepares to open an automotive products facility there.
A man has been arrested and charged after a traffic stop ended with Henry County deputies seizing narcotics and ammunition, according to the sheriff’s office.
The Danville Police Department is searching for a 19-year-old boy who has a condition that may require medical attention.
Danville City officials say the first round of water samples was clean. A second round will be collected Friday, with results expected Saturday morning.
Radar scans as of 5:07 AM show a few flurries across Southside and the New River Valley. These are very low impact and will only stand to add to the dusting of snow we received overnight.
As a second round of winter weather approaches the region, Danville emergency services and the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) are adapting their strategies to handle the challenging conditions.
A man has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run that involved a pedestrian in Martinsville, according to the police department.
Southwest and Central Virginia are facing snow and bitter cold, with the highest chance for wintry weather late Friday into Saturday, according to 10 News meteorologist Jeff Haniewich. Temperatures will remain well below normal, with potential snow lingering through Saturday night and some relief by next week.
Road conditions across Danville are steadily improving after a winter storm moved through the area over the weekend, though some neighborhood streets remain difficult to travel.
A 7-year-old boy died following a crash Sunday night in Pittsylvania County amid winter storm conditions, according to Virginia State Police.
A Weather Authority Alert Day has been issued for Monday, the 26th, through Sunday the 1st. In the wake of our weekend winter storm, bitterly cold air will move into the region and bring dangerously cold wind chills each morning of the week.
A significant winter storm system is expected to impact our region from January 24–28, 2026. Local emergency management officials urge residents to prepare immediately before conditions deteriorate.
❄️ Remembering a historic winter in Southwest Virginia | A decade ago, Southwest Virginia was transformed into a winter wonderland with over 2 feet of snow blanketing the region.
Infinity Global, a packaging supply company, is expanding its operations in Danville with a $34 million investment that will create 150 new jobs.
The Martinsville Police Department has made its 15th arrest in connection with a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 39-year-old woman last August.
While we have been dry early this morning, that will change later on in the morning! This weekend will be one where you need to keep the umbrella handy. Once this next system exits, we will have a drastic drop in temperatures in the wake of a cold front.
A traffic pursuit in Pittsylvania County ended in a fatal officer-involved shooting, according to Virginia State Police.
The Martinsville Animal Shelter has outlined ways the community can support them after a tragic fire last week that claimed the lives of three dogs and destroyed the shelter.
A Virginia State Trooper who previously served as a patrol lieutenant and K9 handler with the Henry County Sheriff’s Office has passed away.
Two people were arrested and charged following a narcotics search warrant executed Wednesday in the Bassett area, according to the Henry County Sheriff’s Office.
Danville Utilities will temporarily shut off water Thursday morning for residents in the Memorial Drive area, including parts of Bishop Road and Oak Ridge Avenue.
No injuries among first responders were reported, but one person inside the home was taken to Sovah Health Danville for treatment.
Widespread snow is covering Southwest and Central Virginia this morning, with the highest totals in the New River Valley. 10 News’s meteorologist shares up-to-date snow accumulation, current road conditions, and what to expect heading into the weekend.
County leaders have been working for the past year and a half to update the 1995 plan with help from the public along the way. The input helped identify key priorities like housing and infrastructure.
Board members of New College Institute will consider ideas about the future of the higher education center at their next meeting in January. It follows a vote last week to table a proposal for a merger with Patrick & Henry Community College until it can be further reviewed.
A man accused of dousing Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler in gasoline and setting him on fire in July has been indicted by a Danville grand jury.
NASCAR’s return to Martinsville Speedway this weekend is expected to generate millions in economic impact for the region, with local businesses already seeing an uptick in customer traffic.
Three additional suspects have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a 39-year-old woman in Martinsville, according to the Martinsville Police Department.
