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Children Activities by Samuels Public Library for the Month of September
These are the events being presented by the Youth Services Department at Samuels Public Library during the month of September 2024. More information about Samuels Library and the programs and services available can be found at www.samuelslibrary.net or by calling (540) 635-3153. Monday, September 2. The library will be closed...
Loudoun County develops new interactive map for residents to find pet-friendly destinations, services
LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Loudoun County has a new online mapping tool that makes it easier for pet parents to search for veterinary clinics, pet-friendly parks, restaurants and lodging services. Pet-Friendly Loudoun, the new interactive map, helps pet owners locate parks and trails that allow pets on or off leash, pet-friendly eateries […]
In Fredericksburg’s Mayfield neighborhood, current events fuel efforts to educate residents about petroleum pipeline
The neighbor that Mayfield residents never asked for had been lurking 36 inches beneath the surface for nearly six decades, and Sabrina Johnson was ready to bring it to light. On a recent Wednesday afternoon, Johnson, the Environmental and Climate Justice chair for the Fredericksburg branch of the NAACP, straightened four stacks of papers on a picnic table under a covered shelter outside the Mayfield Community Center.
Teacher describes ‘chaotic’ day that led to conviction of Spotsylvania behavioral interventionist
Before Brandi Clark began a career with Spotsylvania County Public Schools in 2021, she worked with young children in California, Oregon and Colorado. She was a kindergarten teacher at Cedar Forest Elementary School from 2021-24 but declined to sign another contract with Spotsylvania schools at the end of last year.
Report: Red Lobster on S. Van Dorn Street is closing in eight days
The announcement that Red Lobster is closing in Alexandria’s West End was met by surprise and skepticism from restaurant staff. The international seafood chain closed about 100 locations after declaring bankruptcy in May, and an August court filing revealed that it will not renew leases at 23 unprofitable locations. Listed locations set to close by Aug. 31 include Alexandria’s at 555 S. Van Dorn Street, according to a report from the Washington Business Journal.
Residents of new DC luxury apartment building complain of flooding, rising fees
Residents of a new luxury apartment building in D.C.'s NoMa neighborhood are furious after the building flooded and their utility fees continue to spike. Cielo resident Alessandra Torres said the leak started in her bathroom about 1 a.m. Thursday. She said she and her boyfriend bailed with buckets, but after a couple of hours, they faced a torrent. Beyond their door, it sounded like a babbling brook.
Doughlab bringing new doughnut shop to Loudoun
A new doughnut shop is in the works for a shopping center in Loudoun County. And while it has a new name, you may be familiar with its predecessor. We’re talking about Doughlab, a new retail shop coming to the Cascades Overlook center in Sterling. It’s taking the 800 s.f. space that was vacated by Abbott’s Frozen Custard when that shop closed late last year.
Moby Dick to open kabob shop in Great Falls, relocate in McLean
A local kabob chain is expanding its footprint in Northern Virginia. Moby Dick House of Kabob is planning two new locations in Fairfax County — one in Great Falls and one in McLean, according to county permits. One restaurant is coming to 9902 Georgetown Pike, replacing Señor Ramon Taqueria,...
Secret Service and City of Alexandria closing Del Ray park near JD Vance home
We have really bad news for the commentor on the story about JD Vance becoming Trump’s running mate who said “I hope secret service doesn’t close the Judy Lowe Park to expand the security buffer!”. The Secret Service is closing Judy Lowe Park to expand the security...
Open Doors Director explains services available at Harrisonburg’s soon-to-open homeless shelter
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Open Doors is inviting the community out for a meeting this Saturday morning on the future Homeless Services Center. Executive Director Nate Riddle says residents can network with at least five community partners that will provide services at the future center on North Main Street.
EMU’s Huxman shares goals, updates at Presidential Address
When EMU’s generous alumni are asked about why they choose to give back to the school, their answers are “overwhelmingly the same,” said President Dr. Susan Schultz Huxman. Their response, by and large, is that “EMU changed my life.”. “EMU changed my life in terms of...
Harrisonburg: Friendly City Trail wins 2024 Commonwealth Connectors Award
The Virginia chapter of the American Planning Association selected the city of Harrisonburg’s Friendly City Trail as the winner of the 2024 Commonwealth Connectors Award. The two-mile trail serves a broad array of users and opened in 2022. The trail connects several residential neighborhoods with city parks and schools. The trail’s planning benefitted from the extensive community participation and engagement which contributed to the development of the trail’s alignment and its sensitivity to the surrounding environmental resources.
Wood tops field of 42 runners at Chrisman Classic
LURAY, Aug. 17 — The Bulldogs of Luray opened up their cross country season last weekend by hosting the fifth annual Chrisman Classic on their home course and having their own Annah Wood win the girls’ division in 6:05 over 41 other competitors. In a field of nearly...
Sheetz near JMU’s East Campus to temporarily close for renovations
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Folks driving around Harrisonburg will notice that the Sheetz convenience store at the intersection of Reservoir Street and University Boulevard is going under a major renovation. According to a sign posted on the door, the store will close on Sunday, Aug. 25 and will...
JMU men’s soccer ties CSUN 0-0 in season opener
JMU men’s soccer began its season Thursday night and moved to 0-0-1 after both teams remained scoreless throughout the game. Freshman midfielder Milo Wray had the first shot on goal at 35:01, and the Dukes would add two more shots on goal. JMU finished with seven shots total. CSUN...
Former Auburn ace earns first coaching job
Fresh off an amazing career as a pitcher for Auburn softball, maddie penta is ready to take the next step in her softball journey. Friday, James Madison University softball head coach Loren LaPorte announced that Penta has been hired as an assistant coach. LaPorte is excited about the potential that Penta brings to the coaching staff.
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