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Sakura to open location at Bridgewater’s Generations Park
According to a news release, the Town’s Industrial Development Authority, which owns the restaurant space at Generations Park, voted unanimously to approve a lease agreement between the IDA and Sakura Bridgewater on July 24. Sakura will offer Japanese and Asian cuisine including sushi, noodles, and bubble tea. The Bridgewater...
Sunny skies and mid 80’s today
This afternoon: mostly sunny. High 85. Winds east 3-6 mph. Tonight: clear. Low 59. Winds south-southwest 4-8 mph. Tomorrow: partly sunny. High 88. Winds south-southeast 4-8 mph. Monday: times of clouds and sun. High 86. Winds southwest 6-12 mph. Tuesday: rather cloudy with a couple of showers and a thunderstorm,...
Pair of manatees spotted in the Hague in Norfolk
Two manatees were spotted Thursday morning in the Hague, a relatively rare sight in the Ghent neighborhood of Norfolk. The sea cows were spotted about 10 a.m. by a Daily Press/Virginian-Pilot staff photographer, who said they were about 6-8 feet long, from the Hague’s pedestrian bridge. A small group of people stopped to watch as the pair floated in the Hague. Just three weeks ago, a manatee ...
James Madison University to receive state recognition for environmental stewardship
HARRISONBURG, Va (Rocktown Now) — James Madison University is going to be recognized for its Virginia Pollinator-Smart Solar certification. The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, Department of Environmental Quality and Department of Wildlife Resources will recognize the school next week during a presentation. J-M-U is the first university...
Vintage carousel from Onancock Carnival still providing rides in Harrisonburg
A carousel that was the centerpiece of the Onancock Carnival for many years is still in use providing rides in Harrisonburg.For approximately 40 years the carousel was an integral part of the Carnival which stopped operating in 2006. The Carousel is located at Back On The Farm at 2915 Willow Run Road in.
Virginia Inmate Escape: Woman Charged with Felony for Aiding Fugitive
A woman accused of helping a Virginia inmate escape from custody last year was charged with a felony by a Richmond Circuit Court grand jury this month. Sasha Castillo, from Washington, D.C., is facing a felony charge for aiding the escape of a prisoner. The charge is connected to the...
1,900 Virginians take advantage of tax credit to encourage safe firearm storage
New data from the Virginia Department of Taxation shows that, during tax year 2023, 1,905 Virginians took advantage of a new tax credit designed to help offset the cost of life-saving gun storage devices like gun safes, gun locks and more.
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