Press releases

Governor Glenn Youngkin, in partnership with the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC), recently announced that Virginia’s tourism industry generated a record high $35.1 billion in visitor spending in 2024, marking a 5.4% increase from $33.3 ...

The Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism (DOEDT) has released its most recent economic indicators report that highlights the status of Danville's key economic indicators as of March in Fiscal Year 2025 and the last four fiscal years.

Governor Glenn Youngkin today awarded a total of $40 million in Virginia Business Ready Sites Program (VBRSP) development grants for 13 sites across the Commonwealth.

The Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism (DOEDT) announced that Corrie Teague Bobe, DOEDT Director, was named a 2025 Women in Leadership honoree by Virginia Business.

Translating to “Open Doors,” Puertas Abiertas aimed to connect SWaM businesses, offering opportunities to network, discover local resources, and engage with City employees to gain insights into growing their business. The event also included ...

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced $5.4 million in grant awards to Virginia communities to support 30 local projects that revitalize historic commercial districts, transform vacant structures, expand small businesses, and bolster local economies. ...

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that UK-based WB Alloys is investing $6.6 million to expand their operations and open production in Virginia. The Danville facility will specialize in wire alloy production for the Navy and Department of ...

As of Monday, July 7, temporary access changes are in effect at the Danville Visitor Center, located at 645 River Park Drive, to accommodate ongoing construction improvements. The renovation process is expected to continue through August 2025.