The Danville City Manager's officer has announced that City Manager Lyle Lacy passed away Wednesday, March 3, 2010.  Mr. Lacy had been on extended medical leave through March 31 and had planned to resign if he was unable to resume his duties as City Manager at that time.

Mr. Lacyjoined the city in 1999 as Deputy City Manager, and was named Interim City Manager when Jerry Gwaltney retired in June 2008.  In February 2009 he was named City Manager.

If you're a fan of classic rock, there's a new radio station just for you: 1045 The Dan.   Not only can you tune in on the radio at 104.5 FM and 1580 AM, you can also LISTEN LIVE on our Entertainment page or by visiting the station's website!

Another fun feature on 1045 The Dan is their "Last Songs Played" feature; you can view a continuously updated list of songs that have been played (listed by the time they were played), and there are links to view videos and lyrics of a song, check the artist's concert schedule, buy the song, and buy the ringtone.  On top of that, you can even click a past date on the calendar and see playlists for that date!