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Public Speaking Class Reinvented as 'Talking The Talk' - TED Talks Come to Chatham High School  TAPinto.net

CHATHAM, NJ – What happens when interest in taking a Public Speaking class falters? That was the quandary facing the district last year. While the high school ...

Chatham Public Library announces May programming  Hudson Valley 360

CHATHAM — The Chatham Public Library offers the following programs in May at the library, 11 Woodbridge Ave., Chatham. Note the Library will be closed on ...

Albemarle High Sophomore Takes Home 1st Prize in 5th District Art Contest  NBC 29 News

A sophomore at Albemarle High School is taking home top honors in this year's Congressional Art Competition.

Motley Jr., Anderson B.  GoDanRiver.com

Anderson B. Motley Jr., of Danville, Va., passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2019, at his residence. Born in Pittsylvania County, on February 26, 1926, he was the ...

Chatham baseball wins at home | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Varsity baseball. The varsity baseball team beat William Campbell 11-1. Andrew Potojecki pitched a complete game, struck out eight, and allowed one hit.

PHOTOS: The beat grows on at Chatham High School  GoDanRiver.com

The Chatham High School Marching Band's size has more than doubled since last year, as interest from middle schoolers increases in the program.

School board names principals, coaches | News  Chatham Star-Tribune

During their regular monthly meeting, the Pittsylvania County school board approved two new principal positions. They named Christie Dawson as principal of ...

Growing Chatham High School marching band buzzes with excitement for fall  GoDanRiver.com

CHATHAM — Turning on his headset, Earl Brooks praised his saxophone section after the Chatham High School marching band finished part of their set on day ...

PHOTOS: Chatham High School 2018 graduation | Pittsylvania County  GoDanRiver.com

More than 100 Chatham High School graduates launched themselves into their futures during their commencement Saturday afternoon at Averett University's ...

County School Board approves positions, program | News  Chatham Star-Tribune

It was a short but productive meeting for the Pittsylvania County School Board last night.

County Schools name new principals | News  Chatham Star-Tribune

Three new principals were named by the Pittsylvania County School Board on Tuesday night at the June 12 regular meeting. The Board has appointed former ...

Cavaliers win in straight sweeps | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Chatham High School's varsity volleyball team remains undefeated, and not just on their regular season record. They haven't even lost a set yet. The Cavaliers ...

PHOTOS: Christmas cheer in Chatham | Pittsylvania County  GoDanRiver.com

Chatham's annual Christmas parade rolled through the town's Main Street on a gray and rainy Saturday afternoon. Floats represented community organizations, ...

Police investigate hoax against Chatham High School | News  Chatham Star-Tribune

A post that circulated on social media late Sunday night alleged that a person on Snapchat was planning a shooting at Chatham High School Monday, April 9.

8 Cav runners qualify for states | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Chatham High School's track teams traveled to Amherst County for the Region C Track Championship Meet last Wednesday. Participants earned points for their ...

Local players win silver medals | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Four local baseball players from Pittsylvania County recently played in the Virginia Commonwealth baseball games. Graham Dalton and Andrew Potojecki from ...

Parents seek answers, results from Pittsylvania County Schools  Chatham Star-Tribune

Parents Preston A. and Aicia Turner are seeking to have a disciplinary referral of their son Preston D. Turner expunged at Chatham High School of an alleged ...

Law, Stephen Burwell | Obituaries  GoDanRiver.com

Stephen Burwell Law of Tightsqueeze Road, Chatham, died at home on August 31, 2018. He was born in Danville, Virginia, on June 6, 1949, the son of James ...

Phillips, Dorothy Hughes  GoDanRiver.com

Dorothy Hughes Phillips, age 68, of Danville, departed this life peacefully on April 16, 2019, at SOVAH Health surrounded by her family. Dorothy was born on ...

Community gathers to rally for Chatham baseball team heading to state semifinal  GoDanRiver.com

CHATHAM — Hands waved and cheers rang out as Chatham High School's varsity baseball team rode through Main Street on Thursday evening escorted by ...

Veteran leadership fuel behind Chatham baseball's fire  GoDanRiver.com

Chatham's Christian Lancaster picked up an unusual start in the Cavaliers' Region 2C semifinal matchup against Fort Chiswell this spring.

Chatham honors spring sports athletes | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Chatham High School held the spring sports awards ceremony Monday. Coaches conferred major awards during the open session, and awarded letters, pins, ...

PHOTOS: Chatham 2017 graduation | News  GoDanRiver.com

The sound of “Amazing Grace” performed by bagpiper Tim Carpenter led Chatham High School faculty members into the E. Stuart Grant Center at Averett ...

Family crying foul ball: After suspension of star Chatham football player, racism questions raised  GoDanRiver.com

Chatham High School football player Preston D. Turner went from being a record-breaking star of the team last August to being suspended just two months later ...

Freshman pitcher bails out Chatham in baseball win over Fort Chiswell in 2C semifinals  Roanoke Times

Freshman Christian Lancaster pitched three hitless innings to close out the Pioneers.

Carolyn Smith Hanna Passes Away at Age 33; Chatham High Graduate  TAPinto.net

Our beloved Carolyn left us on August 15, 2018 after a year-long battle with breast cancer. She leaves behind her husband, Michael Hanna; sons, Jack and ...

Parents outraged after Chatham football player punished for alleged assault against coach  WSET

PITTSYLVANIA Co., Va. (WSET) -- A Pittsylvania County family said they are outraged with their school system after several forms of punishment following an ...

Chatham FFA holds awards banquet | News  Chatham Star-Tribune

Two Virginia State FFA Officers attended the Chatham High School chapter awards banquet on May 6, to inspire new generations and assist with the transition ...

COACH PRUNTY, THE LORD AND 300 TURKEYS | News  Chatham Star-Tribune

This Saturday, for the third year in a row, Coach Robert Prunty will be in Chatham with 300 dressed and frozen turkeys to give away to anyone who asks—rich ...

Chatham advances to state  GoDanRiver.com

SALEM — Christian Lancaster wasn't even on Chatham High School's varsity baseball roster until early May.

Residents speak in support of Pittsylvania County Schools funding  GoDanRiver.com

TUNSTALL — More than 10 employees of Pittsylvania County Schools stood to voice their support on Thursday for the board of supervisors to fully fund the ...

Chatham High School One Of Best STEM High Schools For 2018  Chatham, NJ Patch

CHS One Of Best STEM Schools For 2018 - Chatham, NJ - U.S. News ranked the best schools for science, technology, engineering and math in the country.

After a change of heart, Patrick Henry Community College sophomore Meagan Puckett shining on the softball field for the Patriots  Martinsville Bulletin

When Meagan Puckett played her last varsity softball game at Chatham High School two years ago, there was a legitimate chance that was the final competitive ...

Galileo track cruises at Chatham  GoDanRiver.com

On Wednesday, the Galileo Magnet High School track teams traveled to nearby Chatham High School for a clash with the Dogwood District.

Board announces principals | News  Chatham Star-Tribune

The Pittsylvania County School Board appointed new principals and a coach at the April 11 meeting. Additionally, students were recognized.

County students win national essay contest | News  Chatham Star-Tribune

Four Pittsylvania County high school students have won the annual Congressional Essay Contest, sponsored by the National Society of the Colonial Dames of ...

Turner named Chatham MVP | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Chatham High School's football team hosted a jamboree last Friday. The Cavaliers played a half against Prince Edward County and a second half against ...

Students enter congressional essay contest | News  Chatham Star-Tribune

Twenty Chatham High School students from Henry Walker's AP U.S. History class have entered an essay contest sponsored by the National Society of the ...

Harper, James Robertson  GoDanRiver.com

James Robertson Harper, 70, of Dry Fork, Va., passed away on Friday, September 14, 2018. He was born on June 17, 1948, in Dry Fork, Va., to Ruth Robertson ...

High schools to hold graduation | News  Chatham Star Tribune

Chatham, Dan River, Gretna, and Tunstall high schools in Pittsylvania County and George Washington High School, Galileo Magnet School, and John M.

Chatham honors winter athletes | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Chatham High School celebrated the achievements of its athletic programs at the winter awards ceremony. Coaches conferred major awards during the open ...

Photos: Player signings | Sports  GoDanRiver.com

Chatham High School graduate and Patrick Henry Community College sophomore Meagan Puckett (front row) signs her letter of intent to continue her college ...

Anderson no longer coaching Chatham baseball | High School  GoDanRiver.com

Chad Anderson has recently resigned as head baseball coach at Chatham High School.

Cavaliers fall to Altavista | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Seniors paraded across the football field for Chatham's last home game of the season. Altavista spoiled senior night by beating Chatham 33-18. Ethan Reynolds ...

Allen named Chatham football coach | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Matt Allen is in. Allen, the new head football coach at Chatham High School, said his philosophy catch phrase is “I'm in.” The Pittsylvania County School Board ...

Chatham volleyball spikes county foes; jv football loses defensive battle  Chatham Star-Tribune

The varsity volleyball team defeated two county foes last week. Chatham defeated Gretna in straight sets 25-19, 25-19, and 25-18. Taylor Haymore had 12 kills, ...

Chatham holds annual awards banquet | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Chatham High School hosted the fall sports awards assembly last Wednesday. Each team announced their major award winners during the general session.

Chatham Animal Clinic welcomes new vet | News  Chatham Star-Tribune

Chatham Animal Clinic welcomed a new veterinarian, but not a new face, to its practice on June 15.

2 CNU students die over fall break, one student from Danville killed in crash  virginiafirst.com

Two students from Christopher Newport University died over fall break in two separate incidents.

Chatham’s Turner shatters VHSL single-game touchdown record in first start at running back  GoDanRiver.com

Chatham went into Friday night with a tinge of uncertainty.

‘You have to be willing to change and move on’ Chatham Hall grads told  GoDanRiver.com

CHATHAM — Rain and stormy forecasts held off for Chatham Hall's 123rd commencement ceremonies held Saturday on the all-girls, boarding high school ...

Cavaliers host Chatham Duals | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Chatham High School's wrestling team hosted the Chatham Duals that was sponsored by Roofing Solutions. The field contained the following teams: Jefferson ...

The 10,000 NJ Teachers Who Make $98K Or More In 2018  Point Pleasant, NJ Patch

Top 10000 NJ Teachers Salaries - Point Pleasant, NJ - Here are the 10000 top-paid N.J. public school teachers, a growing club earning $100K-plus a year.

Charles Miller to run for supervisor seat | News  Chatham Star-Tribune

Dr. Charles H. Miller Jr. annouced Tuesday that he is running for the Banister District seat on the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors in November.

Chatham Key Club seeks volunteers to help package meals for hungry  New Jersey Hills

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Chatham High School presents 'Fiddler on the Roof'  New Jersey Hills

The Chatham High School Theater Department will present “Fiddler on the Roof” as the spring musical March 22-24.

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Lane Rogers … formerly Mary Elizabeth Stump  GoDanRiver.com

Mary Elizabeth Stump and Daniel Lane Rogers were united in marriage on September 24, 2016, at 5:00 p.m. at Cloverdale Quarters in Sutherlin, VA.

County students win big at state FFA competition  GoDanRiver.com

Pittsylvania County Future Farmers of America chapters traveled to Virginia Tech to compete against team from across the state last week, and brought home ...

Atchison, Chad Michael  GoDanRiver.com

Chad Michael Atchison, 27, of Danville, Va., died on Saturday, June 9, 2018, as a result of a tragic auto-related accident. Chad was an Assistant Commonwealth ...

Brumfield accepts head coaching job at BY | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Chatham High School, Hargrave Military Academy and Averett University football veteran Joshua Brumfield, 28, has accepted the position of head football coach ...

Barksdale, LaVerne  GoDanRiver.com

LaVerne Barksdale, 66, of 2905 West Grove, Upper Marlboro, Md., passed away on Monday, December 10, 2018, at Dr.'s Community Hospital in Lanham, Md.

13 set to be enshrined in Pittsylvania County Sports Hall of Fame  GoDanRiver.com

Five years ago, the Pittsylvania County Sports Hall of Fame didn't exist. By the end of Saturday night, it will have 53 members.

Catwalk fashion design contest at Chatham High School  New Jersey Hills

The prom dress designed by Chatham High School sophomore Miriam Thompson was chosen as the winner in the Catwalk fashion design contest.

Lady Cavs fall to Virginia High | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Chatham High School's Lady Cavaliers lost to Virginia High School 69-55 in the quarterfinal round of the 2A state tournament. Virginia High took the court by ...

A Celebration of Pride: Patrick Co. High gets ready for band competition  Martinsville Bulletin

STUART-Eight regional bands are slated to compete Saturday at the 31st Annual Celebration of Pride at Patrick County High School.

Cav runners compete in states | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Eight runners traveled to Elkton, Virginia for the Virginia state championship track meet. Carter Boon, Peyton McCoy, Caleb Wright, and Brett Reynolds broke the ...

Former Chatham High hockey star signs contract with Nailers  New Jersey Hills

THE CHATHAMS – Alex Rauter has taken another key stride in his quest to crack a National Hockey League roster.

Davenport Energy awards $31,000 in education grants | Education  YourGV.com

Davenport Energy Inc. in Chatham will award $31000 in ExxonMobil Educational Alliance grants to schools in Virginia and North Carolina.

Chamber of commerce honors teachers | News  Chatham Star Tribune

DANVILLE — Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce honored 41 educators Monday at its annual awards dinner at the Institute for Advanced ...

Cavs baseball falls in states | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Chatham High School's baseball team ended the season at the quarterfinal round of the 2A West region tournament. Floyd County defeated Chatham 7-3.

Chatham girls claim cross-country Conference 37 title | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Chatham High School's cross-country teams ventured to Gretna to compete in the Conference 37 championship meet. The field included the following teams: ...

Trojans fall to Moorehead | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

November 28th will be known as the rebirth of the Eddy Lloyd Era, During the off-season, Lloyd was named as the new head coach at Tunstall High School after ...

Lady Cavs perfect in district | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

The Lady Cavaliers won both of their games last week. Chatham hosted Altavista on Senior Night. Coaches and teammates recognized Talarra Stone, Tommari ...

Willis has been the ace on the mound for Tazewell  Bristol Herald Courier

When Tazewell High School travels to Chatham on Tuesday in the quarterfinals of the VHSL Class 2 state baseball tournament, the Bulldogs will give the ball to ...

3 guilty of assaulting Pittsylvania County teen who later died from gunshot  Chatham Star Tribune

Three men were found guilty Tuesday of assaulting a 19-year-old man who later died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at a party in Pittsylvania County last ...

Price's return fuels lady Cavs | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

With the return of Bre Price, Chatham's varsity Lady Cavaliers returned to their winning ways. Chatham defeated Danville's George Washington High School ...

County hires HR manager | News  Chatham Star Tribune

Lisette “Liz” Jordan has been hired as Pittsylvania County's first human resources manager.

Miller to run for school board | News  Chatham Star Tribune

Dr. Charles H. Miller Jr., the Banister District representative on the Pittsylvania County School Board since 2003, announced today that he will run for another ...

Kindergarten registration begins Friday | Local  GoDanRiver.com

It's almost time for parents to begin the process of registering students for kindergarten in Danville and Pittsylvania County.

First-generation Callands farmer sows seeds of success, wins top state award  GoDanRiver.com

CALLANDS — First-generation farmer Robert Mills began his life as a man of the land in eighth grade agricultural class — two weeks in, he knew just what he ...

Chatham volleyball, one big ohana  GoDanRiver.com

The Chatham volleyball team surprised plenty of people this season. Not exactly considered a juggernaut, the Cavaliers stormed out to a 7-0 start to the season, ...

Cavaliers claim awards at fall banquet | Sports  Chatham Star-Tribune

Chatham High School hosted its fall sports banquet on Tuesday, November 15.

Roher, Zachary Jacobs  GoDanRiver.com

Zachary "Zack" Jacobs Roher, 18, of Callands, Virginia, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2017, in a car accident. Zachary was born in Danville, Va. on ...

Newsweek Names Chatham High School Among Best in Nation - Again  Patch.com

Chatham, NJ - Local high school among elite in United States, annual rankings show.

As nation searches for solution to teacher of color shortage, local schools don't fare any better  GoDanRiver.com

In Pittsylvania County Schools, it is unlikely that most students will interact a teacher of color, let alone find an African-American student taught by an ...

Wright, Phillip Alan  GoDanRiver.com

DRY FORK Phillip Alan Wright, age 18, of Dry Fork went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 21, 2017. Born on February 24, 1998, in Danville, he was.

Gang member sentenced to 9 years | News  Chatham Star Tribune

With a quick nod to his family, Dontey Remone Pannell of Pocket Road in Hurt entered the Pittsylvania County Circuit courtroom Tuesday morning for the final ...

Retired teachers honor retiring superintendent  GoDanRiver.com

At the final meeting of the year, Pittsylvania County Retired Teachers Association welcomed retiring Division Superintendent James McDaniel and Chatham ...

PHOTOS: Christmas in Historic Chatham | Lifestyles  GoDanRiver.com

The 2017 Chatham Illumination of Christmas in Historic Chatham was held Friday night before a very large crowd that filled Main Street. Carolers, singers, a skit, ...

PHCC Lady Patriots softball leaning on leaders this season  Martinsville Bulletin

Robbi Campbell is going into his fourth season as the Patrick Henry Community College softball coach. This season, he has his largest, and deepest, roster in ...

Byrd cruises to re-election as Chatham's mayor  GoDanRiver.com

CHATHAM — Mayor Roy Byrd Jr. cruised to re-election in Chatham's mayoral race Tuesday, nabbing a second two-year term against a challenger, according to ...

Willette, Alexander "Alec"  GoDanRiver.com

Alexander "Alec" Willette, 18, of Chatham, Virginia passed away Thursday, May 19, 2016, as the result of a tragic accident in Marietta, Ga. where he was ...

Angela Sims | Obituaries  Chatham Star Tribune

Angela Daniel Sims, 40, of 1428 Chalk Level Road, Chatham, died March 4, 2015, at her residence. Mrs. Sims was born January 23, 1975, in Danville to Calvin ...

Despite dwindling participation in American Legion baseball, the boys of summer play on  Lynchburg News and Advance

Coach Joseph Knight sat in the dugout at Heritage High School last Wednesday, filling out his American Legion Post 16 lineup card for the evening game ...

High school posts honor roll for second marking period  New Jersey Hills

THE CHATHAMS - The following is the Chatham High School honor roll for the first marking period. High honors are for grades from 3.50 to 4. Honors are for ...

High school notebook: First responders save referee's life at region basketball game  Roanoke Times

Floyd County's boys basketball team scored a 55-39 victory last Friday at Chatham in the opening round of the Region 2C tournament, but not before a veteran ...

NJ Has 103 Of Americas Best High Schools In 2018, US News Says  Toms River, NJ Patch

NJ Has 103 Of America's Best High Schools In 2018 - Toms River, NJ - U.S. News & World Report released its annual list of best high schools in the country.

N.J. Republicans can't agree on how to deal with Trump  Politico

By Matt Friedman (mfriedman@politico.com; @mattfriedmannj). It was probably a clue when Tom MacArthur left his election night party without saying anything, ...

The Community Foundation awards 100 scholarships  GoDanRiver.com

The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region has awarded 100 scholarships totaling more than $195000 to area students.

GW precision machining facility one-of-a-kind in state, governor says  GoDanRiver.com

Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe, along with Danville government and education leaders and dozens of high school students, participated in the ribbon-cutting ...

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