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Virginia State Police hosting free motorcycle event
HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — The Virginia State Police are hosting a free motorcycle self-assessment course. The event will be this Saturday, July 20, from 8:30 to 1 and riders can ride, learn, and practice rider safety through the S.I.P.D.E process which stands for Scan, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute.
I-81 slow rolls and ramp closures in Harrisonburg to start this weekend
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Bridge demolition and ramp reconstruction will cause traffic restrictions and delays on Interstate 81 in Harrisonburg from July 21-26 for ongoing improvements to Route 33 (East Market Street) and its interchange with I-81 at exit 247. The off-ramp from southbound I-81 to westbound Route...
Front Royal Cardinals Set to Battle Purcellville Cannons on July 18
Front Royal Cardinals Face Winchester Royals in Thrilling Showdown on Sunday, July 14. Get ready for an exciting evening of baseball! The Front Royal Cardinals will take on the Winchester Royals on Sunday, July 14, 2024. Fans can anticipate a thrilling showdown filled with skillful plays and strategic maneuvers. The...
Harrisonburg business transforms fallen downtown trees into new furniture
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Rocktown Urban Wood in Harrisonburg has set its roots in the business of transforming trees into furniture. Ned Gearing and Rhett Miles opened their business in 2019 and have been longtime partners with Harrisonburg Public Works as they work to convert fallen trees downtown into brand new furniture. Gearing said seeing the companies work in the public eye is a special feeling.
Valley League teams experiencing host family shortage
(WHSV) - Valley Baseball League teams have had problems finding enough host families for their players. League officials say ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, families that were normally hosting haven’t returned. Valley League Commissioner R.W. Bowman is asking for assistance from the community. “It’s been tough,” Bowman said. “I’d...
DuCard Vineyards Offering Sip and Learn about Rosé classes
DuCard Vineyards owner Scott Elliff was dead set against producing Rosé wines when he began his Etlan vineyards. He says winemaker Julien Dyrantie was taken aback when the discussed it. But a trip to France changed Elliff’s mind and when he got back to Virginia and discussed the matter...
James Madison Athletics to go cashless for home games
HARRISONBURG, Va. – James Madison Athletics will introduce cashless operations for all home athletics competitions starting with the 2024-25 athletics year. The cashless operations apply to stadium ticketing operations as well as all concessions, which are operated by campus dining vendor, JMU Dining, and stadium bookstore merchandise sales, which are managed by Follett. Fans looking to make purchases at any JMU Athletics events will need to have a debit or credit card accessible.
Two-way conversation possible with Harrisonburg PD through tool for non-emergencies
Residents of Harrisonburg may now submit anonymous tips to the police from a smartphone or online through a new app. The Harrisonburg Police Department launched tip411 and the Harrisonburg PD mobile app to help residents connect with the department, find information and view alerts. The new tool enables the public...
JMU’s Schiavone, Vogatsky selected on final day of MLB Draft
ARLINGTON, Texas (JMU Athletics) – The battery of junior Jason Schiavone and senior Joe Vogatsky came off the board on the final day of the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft, as the Houston Astros and Pittsburgh Pirates, respectively, drafted each on Tuesday afternoon. Schiavone was selected in the 11th...
JMU’s Schiavone, Vogatsky selected in MLB Draft
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - For the first time in five years, JMU baseball wraps up the 2024 MLB Draft with three players selected. On the final day of the draft, the Houston Astros selected JMU catcher Jason Schiavone in the 11th round, followed by the Pittsburgh Pirates selecting pitcher Joe Vogatsky in the 19th round.
Ikenberry earns two-year contract extension
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Marlin Ikenberry is staying in Harrisonburg for at least a few more seasons. The James Madison baseball coach was awarded a two-year contract extension Wednesday afternoon. When Ikenberry signed his last extension before the 2024 season, a clause in his contract stated that if JMU finished...
Christendom College’s Quest named AD of the Year
The USCAA awarded Christendom College’s Patrick Quest as the Athletic Director of the Year and named him to the organization’s Board of Directors. Quest has led the athletics department since 2015 and during his tenure, Christendom has won three national championships, five national runner-ups, and saw 333 student athletes named Academic All-Americans and another 83 as All-Americans.
Interstate 81 Slow Rolls and Exit Ramp Closure Beginning July 21 in Harrisonburg
STAUNTON, VA (VR) – Bridge demolition and ramp reconstruction require significant traffic restrictions and delays Sunday through Friday, July 21-26, on Interstate 81 in Harrisonburg. The road and bridge work are part of ongoing improvements to Route 33 (East Market Street) and its interchange with I-81 at exit 247. The off-ramp from southbound I-81 to […] The post Interstate 81 Slow Rolls and Exit Ramp Closure Beginning July 21 in Harrisonburg appeared first on The Virginian Review.
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