PittCo Happenings Pittsylvania County

PittCo Happenings meets with Kathy Trout with the Southern Area Agency on Aging to discuss the Farm Market Fresh program. The program provides vouchers for seniors age 60 and up to purchase fresh produce from local farmers markets. Trout also provides an overview of the many services offered by the agency, which serves seniors in Pittsylvania County.

Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Anne Moore-Sparks talks to PIttCo Happenings about three key programs being offered this fall by the Chamber: Leadership Southside, REV UP and Young Professionals. Supported by Pittsylvania County, the Chamber provides businesses and individuals an opportunity to network and learn new skills to succeed in the workplace and marketplace of today.

Pittsylvania County Pet Center Director Brent Weinkauf gives listeners an update on the many happenings at the Center, as well as how folks can assist the animals and staff – from participating in the annual golf tournament to reading to the cats and dogs. The Center is also hosting another Bissell Pet Foundation “Empty the Shelter” event in July where adoptions will be $25.

House fires are less common than they used to be, but they still occur and the devastation they can cause has not changed. Pittsylvania County Fire Marshals Scott Hutcherson and David Brooks discuss the most common reasons fires start in the home and how to prevent them from occurring. They also emphasize the importance of smoke alarms -particularly at night – and how the devices, and their installation, are available free through Pittsylvania County Public Safety and the Red Cross.

This week, PittCo Happenings visits with Pittsylvania County Deputy Director of Public Safety Scott Hutcherson and Mt. Hermon Volunteer Fire and Rescue Chief Tommy Barber about the work of EMTs and paramedics. Hutcherson and Barber talk about what it takes to be an EMT or paramedic and the special demands – and rewards – of the profession. Join us for this special episode in honor of National EMS Week, May 19-25.

Pittsylvania County Director of Information Technology Scott Budd talks to PittCo Happenings about cybersecurity and how it can affect anyone – from large organizations, such as the County, to individuals at home. Budd provides tips and advice on how to best avoid being hacked and having your computer – and vital information – compromised. He also talks about where these threats can now come from to include new players such as AI and "Script Kiddies."