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Augusta Solar returns to supervisors: THE AGENDA
Augusta supervisors take up Augusta Solar once again VERONA – The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on the Augusta Solar energy system on Wednesday. Augusta Solar's project is an over 1,600-acre solar energy system, landscaping buffers included, split up into five sites. The project is operated by AES,...
Cloudy with a chance of showers
The AccuWeather forecast for Harrisonburg and the Shenandoah Valley. Today: more clouds than sun with a couple of showers and a thunderstorm this afternoon. High 85. Winds. east becoming south-southeast 3-6 mph. Tonight: a thunderstorm in parts of the area this evening; otherwise, cloudy and humid. Low 68. Winds. southwest...
Annual Harrisonburg Citizen Academy now accepting applications
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - The annual Harrisonburg Citizen Academy is now accepting applications from Harrisonburg and Rockingham County residents. The academy will be held one night each week from Aug. 22 to mid-November. The 13-week course allows participants to visit City of Harrisonburg departments and some partner organizations to learn about the services, programs, and events available to community members. In addition, attendees will have the opportunity to see firsthand the tools, equipment, and vehicles staff use in tax-paying duties.
Skyline Literacy offering citizenship preparation courses
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV)—Skyline Literacy in Harrisonburg is offering citizenship preparation courses for residents of the friendly city. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to empowering adults through literacy skills. It offers GED prep courses, ESL courses, and Basic literacy courses to native and non-native English speakers. The citizenship test prep...
James Madison University studying all sides of A.I. use as semester approaches
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Following a recent ordinance from Governor Glenn Youngkin, faculty and staff at James Madison University are weighing all options regarding the use of artificial intelligence in and around the classroom. Bethany Nowviskie, Dean of Libraries at JMU, says it is important to consider the potential harm...
Valley League Baseball highlights and scores: July 22, 2024
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Scores from Monday night’s slate of Valley Baseball League games are listed below. Covington 5, Harrisonburg 4 (Game one) Harrisonburg 5, Covington 4 (Game two) Culpeper 2, Charlottesville 1. Woodstock vs Purcellville (postponed)
A study reveals that establishing songbird habitats benefit pollinators
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - A study shows that creating habitats for Songbirds also benefit pollinators like the Monarch Butterfly. Indiana University of Pennsylvania Professor Jeff Larkin said over the past several decades, habitat loss has become an issue for many bird species. “There is a lot of efforts underway to...
Valley vineyards combat heat problems this summer
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - With high temperatures and dry conditions, vineyards across the Valley have faced challenges with the number of customers they see this month. CrossKeys Vineyards Event Manager Ranae Nyce said the grape vines have been able to survive through the heat because they don’t need as much water as other plants.
Youngkin appoints Harrisonburg man to Virginia Board of Forestry
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced his weekly appointments to key administration and boards. One of his appointments is Michael Harold of Harrisonburg, who was appointed to the Virginia Board of Forestry. Harold is the Director of Procurement at Speyside Bourbon Cooperage. Also, Bo Wilson of...
Trial continues for Harrisonburg man charged in connection with body found at construction site
It is Day 6 of the trial of Aaron Christopher Gordon Jr., who is accused of murdering Towan Julian Cappell, after his body was found at an Eastover Drive construction site on August 18 of last year. Gordon, 25, was indicted by a grand jury last November and has remained...
Shout out to Luray Police for job well done
The Luray Police Department deserves recognition for their swift resolution of a recent incident involving criminal trespass and property destruction on Main Street. Last Sunday, July 21, early in the morning, perpetrators vandalized a Biden/Harris sign, captured on surveillance video near the Town of Luray building, the most heavily-monitored area in Page County. Promptly informed, the police efficiently identified, located, and arrested the suspects within hours.
Plea hearing set for man accused of hijacking tractor trailer on I-81
According to online records, an Augusta County Circuit Court judge selected August 29 as the date for the plea hearing for Jacob Falso, 31 of Freeville, New York. Falso was indicted by a grand jury earlier this year on seven counts, including felony drug possession and eluding police. The incident,...
Dairy Queen’s Miracle Treat Day to benefit UVA Children’s Hospital
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Miracle Treat Day is coming up Thursday. It’s a day dedicated to donating a portion of the profit from Blizzards sold to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, like UVA Health Children’s Hospital. “We sell blizzards, and $2 for each blizzard will go to CMN...
Women’s Golf: Caroline Craig Joins JMU Women’s Golf as Assistant Coach
HARRISONBURG, Va. – James Madison women's golf Head Coach Tommy Baker announced Big Ten Champion Caroline Craig will join the Dukes' coaching staff as an assistant coach, effective Aug. 1. "I am very excited to add Caroline to the program," Baker said. "Her infectious personality is sure to motivate and inspire the players to great success this season and beyond. Caroline undoubtedly has the golf pedigree as a Big 10 Champion, but what impresses her the most is her desire to make an impact on the lives of everyone she encounters on a daily basis." Craig, the native of Sautee...
Dukes Picked Second in East Division, Five Named Preseason All-Sun Belt
NEW ORLEANS – James Madison football was predicted to finish second in Sun Belt Conference East Division, and five student-athletes were selected to the Preseason All-Sun Belt Team, the league announced Monday. The Dukes, who finished atop the Sun Belt East in each of their first two seasons in...
RHSPCA Pets of the Week July 22
Harrisonburg, VA (RocktownNow) – Dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and sizes are available through area animal rescues and shelters, as well as opportunities to help homeless animals through foster programs, donations and help with fundraisers and other family-friendly activities. Contact Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA or a rescue near you to learn more.
Alleghany Highlands YMCA is hosting its Back to School Bash
LOW MOOR, VA (VR) — The Alleghany Highlands YMCA is hosting its Back to School Bash on Thursday, Aug. 1, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event will include a bouncy house, free swimming in the pool, a dunking booth, face painting and other games. Students can also enter drawings to win various prizes. […] The post Alleghany Highlands YMCA is hosting its Back to School Bash appeared first on The Virginian Review.
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