One of Rockingham County’s first economic development engines wasn’t a highway or a rail line—it was the Dan River. Long before modern transportation, the Dan served as a vital route for moving local goods through the county’s batteau landing system—helping early industries grow and connecting Rockingham County to broader markets. You can still see that history today at the Planters Road Dan River Access, where remnants of one of the county’s oldest batteaus remain. That same spirit of connectiv

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At Rockingham County Fire and Rescue, growth has defined Battalion Chief Doug Gooden’s past 14 years. From advanced EMS protocols to state-of-the-art fire equipment, the department continues to evolve while staying rooted in service. Doug sees that commitment each year at the Rockingham County Fair, where crews provide care, support families, and train together in a setting that mirrors the pace of a small city. For them, it is more than a job. It is a family and a way to serve the community. Re

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