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SNP continues cleaning up from Debby
LURAY, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- The Shenandoah National Park is still cleaning up from the heavy rainfall that moved through the area last week. The tropical storm remnants caused several trails to washout or become blocked by fallen trees. The park says nearly all of the hiking trails are still...
Department Of Defense Engineer From Virginia Charged With Taking Classified Documents: Feds
An engineer from Istanbul living in Virginia who worked for the Department of Defense has been accused of taking classified documents without permission, federal authorities announced on Tuesday.Falls Church resident Gokhan Gun, 50, a civilian engineer for the DoD, has been charged in federal court…
Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center faces overcrowding, staff shortage
LYNDHURST, Va. (WHSV) - Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center is over capacity. This summer, the shelter has taken in 140 dogs. SVASC Outreach Coordinator Claire Rattan said there are many barriers that could keep someone from adopting or keeping an animal. “What we are facing right now is a lot...
STARS Set To Return To The Historic Masonic Theatre
CLIFTON FORGE–Special Theatrical Artists Revue & Showcase (STARS) will perform “Summertime Variety Show,” a free show for the public, at The Historic Masonic Theatre on Sunday, Aug. 25, at 3 p.m. The Appalfolks of America production will be the third STARS’ show of the year. Paula Crance and Sonya Romanello, co-directors, both expressed their appreciation […] The post STARS Set To Return To The Historic Masonic Theatre appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Shenandoah Acting Grad Co-Stars In Film With Matt Damon
Shenandoah University graduate Scout Backus ’17 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting/Shenandoah Conservatory) appears in the Apple TV+ movie, “The Instigators,” starring Matt Damon and Casey Affleck. Backus plays the role of “Colani” in the Doug Liman-directed heist comedy, which debuted on Apple’s streaming service on Aug....
DuCard Vineyards hosting Cabernet Franc Wine Education and Exploration Class
Madison County vineyard continues wine education series Sunday. Join wine educator, Ann Czaja, DipWSET, for a guided tasting of Old and New World Cabernet Franc wines. Traditionally, Old World wineries use Cabernet Franc as a grape for blending. New World vineyards such as Virginia, where the grape thrives, use it as a singular varietal.
One Person Arrested Following Shooting Incident in Danville
One person has been arrested following a shooting incident in Danville on Thursday. The Danville Police Department responded to the call at 5:15 pm in the 200 block of North Main Street. 25-year-old Marvin James Saunders Jr. has been charged with attempted malicious wounding, use of a firearm in commission...
Angel Lagoon in Dayton opening on Aug. 30
The Lagoon Development Company, a prominent full-service developer specializing in large-scale lagoons, today announces the grand opening of Angel Lagoon on August 30, 2024. Located at 15 River Ranch Blvd., Dayton, Angel Lagoon sprawls across 40 acres, offering pristine white sand beaches, countless waterfront activities, and a multitude of dining opportunities.
Update: Charlottesville woman charged in suspicious pizza shop fire
An arrest has been made in the suspicious fire at an Albemarle County pizza shop in the early-morning hours of Aug. 11. The Albemarle County Fire Marshal’s Office has charged Rachel R. Drame, 38, of Charlottesville, in connection with the fire at Vocelli Pizza on Seminole Trail. Drame is...
Protest, signage significantly limited in recent policy changes
In an early-August university policy change, JMU officials tightened access to university grounds, restricting protests and demonstrations to areas not owned or controlled by JMU, such as streets, lawns, green spaces (but not including The Quad), walkways and public parking lots. The fast-tracked revision of Policy 1121: Public Expression on...
Faculty collaboration to come from presidential search committee upset
As the JMU presidential search continued over the summer, faculty members vocalized their frustrations over the presence of only one faculty member on the search committee assembled by the Board of Visitors, to which the BoV announced it will collaborate on potential solutions. Rector-Elect of the BoV Suzanne Obenshain alongside...
Harrisonburg and JMU police departments to welcome students with annual Knock-and-Talks
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – The Harrisonburg Police Department is collaborating with the James Madison University Police Department and the JMU Office of Student Accountability and Restorative Practices to hold a knock-and-talk event Thursday afternoon. As students return to Harrisonburg for the new academic year, HPD and JMU PD...
Rehab reimagined: Alumna honored for innovations in stroke recovery
Kristin Nuckols (’07), a graduate of the inaugural cohort of the Master of Occupational Therapy program at JMU, received the Innovation Award from the National Board in Certification for Occupational Therapy for her revolutionary work in stroke rehabilitation as co-founder and Chief Clinical Officer at Imago Rehab. Imago Rehab...
Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Legislation Supporting Building Blocks for Virginia Families
RICHMOND, VA (VR) – Governor Glenn Youngkin signed ten bipartisan bills, marking a pivotal milestone for Building Blocks for Virginia Families, an initiative designed to expand available child care options and empower working families across the Commonwealth by ensuring parents have the support they need to thrive in today’s workforce. This historic moment for Virginia families took […] The post Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Legislation Supporting Building Blocks for Virginia Families appeared first on The Virginian Review.
‘I’m 100% in favor of kids not having access to cell phones’: VDOE releases new guidelines on cell phone-free education
Leaders with the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) have released new guidelines on how schools may move forward with a “cell phone-free” education. The new draft guidelines were released on Thursday, Aug. 14, just a few days before several districts across the state start back up for their first day of classes.
Local businesses eligible for disaster relief loans
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced on Wednesday that federal Economic Injury Disaster Loans are available for small businesses, agricultural coops, aquaculture businesses, and nonprofits who experienced economic losses due to the July drought. The declaration included surrounding counties like Frederick, Shenandoah, and Clarke. Eligible businesses may use the loan...
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