The effects of COVID-19 closed the doors of several Danville and Pittsylvania County public entities this week.
In the county, nine departments either are dealing with COVID-19 cases and exposures or have made arrangements to minimize public contact.
And the entire Danville courthouse was closed on Friday following a positive test of an employee. The building will receive a deep cleaning before reopening to the public on Monday.
Danville Sheriff Mike Mondul said in an email on Friday that the buildingâs closure may have hampered some of its normal operations.
âSpeaking overall, much of the business which occurs in the courthouse is in person,â he wrote. âI m sure there are some administrative things that can be handled remotely via email and phone, but the bulk of the business is in person.â
In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 and reduce interactions, several Pittsylvania County departments are temporarily updating their hours and services.
Each branch of the Pittsylvania County Public Library is closing its doors to the public and instead offering curbside pickup.
You can request items for pickup either on the Library website or by calling your branch. This updated service will last through at least Jan. 8.
The Pittsylvania Pet Center is open for adoptions by appointment only.
You can schedule an appointment by calling the Pet Center at 434-432-1989 or booking an appointment on the Pet Center Facebook page. This updated service will last through at least Jan. 8.