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Tracy Leicher
Page County Chatter and Recent Obituaries 7.9.23
More Page County residents eligible for free health care. Eligibility for Page Free Clinic services has changed from 200% federal poverty level to 300% federal poverty level. This means more Page County adults without health insurance may receive care. Those earning less than $44,000 per year or 300% of the federal poverty level may NOW be eligible for Page Free Clinic medical and dental services. Uncertain about eligibility? Email pagefreeclinic@gmail.com or stop by the clinic any Tuesday 4 -7pm, 250 Memorial Drive Suite C Luray. Follow them on Facebook @pagefreeclinic.
Virginia State Police investigating two separate crashes; seeks public's help in fatal wreck
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, Va. – Virginia State Police (VSP) is investigating a Rockingham County crash that involved a state trooper. The two-vehicle crash occurred in the evening hours of July 4, along Interstate 81 at the 262-mile marker, near New Market.
Page County local meeting highlights from June, 2023
June, 2003 meeting minute summaries from the Page County Board of Supervisors, the town of Luray, the town of Shenandoah, and the Page County School Board. Supervisors conducted a public hearing that considered a special use permit request by a citizen to operate a dog breeding business on Lake Arrowhead Road in Luray. The hearing drew no speakers. Supervisors unanimously approved the permit request, with special use conditions as recommended by the Page County Planning Commission.
Page County man arrested for department store blaze
HARRISONBURG, Va. – A Shenandoah man was arrested July 4 for charges related to a recent Gabe’s store fire. The East Market Street fire occurred late in the afternoon of June 29. The store was occupied with customers at the time, but was safely evacuated.
Page County events for July 4th week
Luray. Children's Parade to be held at Inn Lawn Park, 103 Zerkel Street, starting at 10 a.m. Luray. Low Country Boil benefitting Page One of Page County to be held at Hawksbill Brewing, 22 Zerkel Street, at 4:00 p.m. Low Country Boil, or Sausage/peppers/onions on a bun, and Root Beer Floats for dessert. Tickets can be purchased at the Brewery on the Fourth!
Police seek ‘lit’ shopper in department store blaze
HARRISONBURG, Va. – The Harrisonburg Fire Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying a person of interest after a recent Gabe’s Department Store fire. The fire occurred late in the afternoon of June 29 at the Gabe’s store on East Market Street, in Harrisonburg.
Page County Chatter & Recent Obituaries - June 30, 2023
Free gym memberships for clinic patients – Page County Free Clinic has announced it will offer FREE memberships to the new Steel Valley Fitness gym at East Luray Shopping Center, in Luray. If you’re a current patient, and interesting in signing up for the free gym membership, email pagefreeclinic@gmail.comor stop by the clinic in person any Tuesday from 4pm – 7pm. For information about the gym facilites, visit @steel.valley.fitness on Facebook, or visit steelvalleyfit.com.
Virginia man killed in Stafford County crash
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. – Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal crash in Stafford County. The two-vehicle crash occurred on Monday, June 26, at 7:53 a.m. along Interstate 95 at the 134-mile marker in the local lanes.
Owner of new Luray gym focused on lifting the community
LURAY, Va. – A new fitness center opened its doors on June 12, bringing a greatly-missed resource back to Page County. On October 13, 2022, a fire at the East Luray Shopping Center Dollar Tree also caused damage to an adjacent gym, owned by Winchester-based Valley Health. The health system quickly announced it would temporarily close the gym to assess the damage, and determine a reopening date.
Luray man arrested on multiple counts after high-speed chase
CULPEPER COUNTY, Va. – A Luray man is in custody after leading police on a high-speed chase and extensive foot pursuit. According to a press release from the Culpeper County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), deputies responded to the 12000 block of Mitchell Road and Rapidan Road, shortly before 9:00 a.m. on June 17, for a report of a domestic disturbance.
Page County Updates & Obituaries as of June 23, 2023
Call for volunteers in Stanley – In need of community service hours or just want to help? The Stanley Volunteer Fire Department needs food booth help during Stanley Homecoming. Interested? Contact FF JT Long at 540-244-5272.
Busy week for PCSO; four subjects in custody
LURAY, Va. – The Page County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) has announced the arrests of four individuals who were under investigation. One subject remains at large. On Tuesday, June 13, a search warrant was executed at 852 Judy Lane Ext. in Stanley, as part of an investigation by the PCSO Criminal Investigations Division.
Page County Updates & Obituaries as of June 12, 2023
Gym Opening June 12 - Steel City Fitness, Luray’s newest gym, will officially open its doors on June 12 and will be open 24-7. Located at 12 East Luray Shopping Center, the gym is offering discounts for seniors and first responders. Membership forms may be accessed at steelvalleyfit.com. For additional information, follow them on Facebook at @Steel.Valley.Fitness.
Shenandoah National Park seeks input on new backcountry camping system
LURAY, Va. – Shenandoah National Park (SNP) officials are requesting public input on a proposed backcountry camping permit system. Consisting of 80,000 acres, the park encompasses parts of eight Virginia counties. Each year, millions visit the park, which includes the 105-mile Skyline Drive, 75 designated scenic overlooks, visitor centers, lodging and restaurants. Just two hours west of Washington D.C., the park also offers plenty of ways to enjoy an overnight stay in the great outdoors.
Highway improvements slated for dangerous Luray intersection
LURAY, Va. – A busy Page County intersection, seen by many as dangerous, is slated to undergo several safety upgrades. The intersection, located near the Food Lion Shopping Center west of Luray, has been the site of numerous vehicle crashes in recent years.
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