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Locals come together to help Harrisonburg family of three displaced after fire
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Locals came together Wednesday evening to help a displaced family rummage through the ashes after their home caught fire on June 27th. Hieberto Cortes and his wife Elia were in their home when it caught on fire last week, destroying its latter half. Since then, Cortes, his wife and his daughter have been displaced.
VDOT to continue overnight lane closures in Harrisonburg through next week
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Overnight lane closures will continue this week on Interstate 81 in the Harrisonburg area. Tara Todd with the Virginia Department of Transportation explains. “Contractors are demolishing a bridge on Route 33, which requires single lane closures on the northbound side of I-81 between mile...
‘It’s close to my heart’ Stanardsville celebrates Fourth
STANDARDSVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Despite some warm weather, Main Street in Stanardsville was absolutely packed as the convoy of floats and other vehicles made its way through the tiny town. Stanardsville celebrated Independence Day with a parade, music, raffles and food. “It’s the best day to be an American and...
Staunton's Book Dragon celebrating 5 years; Verona Starbucks full steam ahead
STAUNTON — The Book Dragon Shop Celebrates its fifth anniversary this Friday, July 5. Since its founding in 2019, The Book Dragon Shop has been committed to promoting literacy, supporting local authors, and creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels at home. To celebrate this significant milestone, the store is offering a Book Dragon purple mini tote with a $25 purchase and a galley with $25 purchase. The Book Dragon Shop will host drawings and giveaways throughout the day Friday. There will be free goodie bags for children, exclusive in-store promotions and free items while auantities last.
VDOF and Fire Marshals across the region warn of dry conditions and fireworks
Virginia Department of Forestry (VDOF) and Fire Marshals across the region are recommending caution when using fireworks on this Independence Day. Dry conditions are causing a significant hazard this season. Last year Winchester’s Fire Marshal’s Office reports by email they investigated 3 incidents and 11 complaints of illegal use of...
Waynesboro Public Library to have VMNH sloth model installed on Monday
The Waynesboro Public Library will soon be the home to a life-size, flesh-model Jefferson’s ground sloth named “Clawd.”. The sloth will be installed on Monday by the Virginia Museum of Natural History. The model stands more than 7 feet tall. Though now extinct, the sloths that “Clawd” represents...
Bridgewater Vol. Fire Company preparing for 86th annual Lawn Party
BRIDGEWATER, Va. (WHSV) - Preparations for the annual Lawn Party begin six to eight weeks before the event each mid-July, but Chief Joshua Shank with the Bridgewater Volunteer Fire Company said there is still plenty to do before the 86th event kicks off on July 17. The Lawn Party spans...
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