Mysterious Death Probed Grottoes Man Found On County Highway, Authorities Report By Emily Sharrer
GROTTOES - Rockingham County deputies are probing the "suspicious circumstances" that led to the death of a Grottoes man, who died Wednesday evening at the University of Virginia Medical Center.
Champs Again! Wranglers Rope Another VBL Title By Bill Meade
Luray- For the second time in three seasons, the Luray Wranglers claimed the Valley Baseball League championship series, sweeping the Covington Lumberjacks in three games with a convincing 4-0 shutout Tuesday night.
The $64,000 Question A Little Common Sense: Using Technology And Saving Energy By Susan Beaver Thompson
Woodstock - What should folks expect in the coming school year?
That was the $64,000 question posed to Dr.
Local Soccer Player Wins Gold Medal In Windy City 13-Year-Old Edinburg Athlete Crowned National Champion At U.S. Olympic Skills Competition By John Galle
Edinburg - In 1997, Nathan Wallace-Springer watched his older brother Andy help Central High School to its first ever state championship in soccer.
Small Tornado Spawned By Saturday’s Storm By Ted Hayes
ELKTON — The strong storm that struck Elkton Saturday afternoon spawned a small tornado according to National Weather Service. 1 comments - last comment August 6, 02:55 pm Council Gives Contingency Approval To Rental Unites Complex By Ted Hayes
ELKTON — At a special meeting last Thursday, following a public hearing on the subject, the Elkton Town Council voted to sign a contingency contract for 100 units of government-subsidized rental housing for persons over 55 years of age. 2 comments - last comment August 7, 11:19 am Plenty Of Rles Available For Historical Pageant By Ted Hayes
ELKTON — An all-new Elkton Historical Pageant is under serious preparation by the Centennial Pageant Committee and Pageant co-directors Michelle Morgan and Hilary Irons.
The trash man cometh
By Alicia Wotring Sisk It’s hard to find words to describe the creature that greets passersby on Chicago Avenue across from Waterman Elementary School in Harrisonburg.
Getting away from it all
The hum of insects, the gentle swish of the wind through the trees. A clear sky full of stars. The scent of hot dogs, marshmallows or scrambled eggs cooked over an open fire. Falling to sleep close to the ground, close to nature. There are few activities linked as closely to summer as camping. And, whether you choose to “rough it” in a tent and carry in what you need or go deluxe in a “good as home” RV, camping remains a popular way to relax and get away from it all for a few days.
Bear Cub ‘Arrested' In City Wandering Bruin Draws Crowd Before Meeting A Tranquil Fate By Emily Sharrer and Heather Bowser
HARRISONBURG - For at least three days this week, Harrisonburg was a friendly home for more than furry puppies and kittens. 8 comments - last comment August 8, 11:54 am Momentum Building? Local Home Sales Off From '07, But Show Signs Of Life By Jeff Mellott
HARRISONBURG - Home sales continue to lag in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County, based on the most recent data from the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Association of Realtors.
Tuitions Heading Upward State Averages Exceed JMU, BRCC Increases By Heather Bowser
HARRISONBURG - Starting this fall, Virginians studying at James Madison University will pay $6,964 for two semesters of tuition and fees. At Blue Ridge Community College, they'll pay $2,142.
Woman Accused Of Attack With Car Appears In Court Boyfriend Recovering From Near-Fatal Incident By Pete DeLea
HARRISONBURG - Nearly three months after police say his girlfriend ran him over, William "Pat" Asbury wheeled into the Rockingham County General District Court looking for justice.
Plea Deal In Sex Case Hits A Snag Defendant Says He Can't Get A Fair Trial By Pete DeLea
HARRISONBURG - Antonio Osorio signed the plea agreement papers and entered a guilty plea to aggravated sexual battery - a charge stemming from an accusation of inappropriately touching a 7-year-old girl. 6 comments - last comment August 8, 10:09 am School Board Revises Staff, Student Policies City Division In Process Of A Larger Overhaul By Jenny Jones
HARRISONBURG - The City School Board discussed several changes to its policies, including those dealing with student fitness and medications, during its meeting this week.
Photo by Thomas J. Turney
Truckin' For Education ... Wal-Mart Truck Drivers To Aid Plains Elementary By Jenny Jones
HARRISONBURG - Plains Elementary School will cash in on every accident-free mile Wal-Mart Distribution Center's private truck drivers travel later this month.
Firefighters Hope To ‘Fill The Boot' Fundraiser Seeks Donations For Muscular Dystrophy By Rob Longley
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Rockingham County firefighters want to help give muscular dystrophy the boot. But they need your help to do it.
Summer Fun Close To Home Campgrounds Offer A Variety Of Amenities, Experiences By Rachel Bowman
The hum of insects, the gentle swish of the wind through the trees. A clear sky full of stars. The scent of hot dogs, marshmallows or scrambled eggs cooked over an open fire.
Seeing The Sites
Whether you want to "rough it" or camp out in comfort, you'll find a campground in the area to fit your needs.
Children's Choir To Hold Auditions
The Shenandoah Valley Children's Choir will hold auditions from 4-7 p.m. on Aug. 19 at Eastern Mennonite University.
Harrisonburg Children's Museum Plans ‘Generation Hobby Stop'
Priscilla Blosser-Rainey and Betty Layman will demonstrate from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Aug. 9 that the special ties between the generations just might be made of yarn during "Generation Hobby Stop."
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