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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.
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...
JMU football’s new defensive line hoping to leave its own legacy
Last year, JMU football’s starting defensive linemen combined for a staggering 37 sacks. This year, all four of those players are gone. Head coach Bob Chesney said 55 players from last year’s roster left in the offseason, and in their place are 64 newcomers. The impact of this seismic shift is evident all throughout the roster, but especially in the defensive line.
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...
Roanoke College Consumer Report shows a rise in consumer sentiment
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Roanoke College released its quarterly Virginia Consumer Spending Report which shows a rise in consumer sentiment over the last year. Since their last report in May of this year, consumer sentiment has gone up almost 4.5 points, which Dr. Alice Kassens, who heads the report, is optimistic about.
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.
Coming home: Keyshawn, Kelvin Davis to fight at Scope in November
NORFOLK, VA (WTKR)- The Davis brothers are coming home. Keyshawn Davis will hold a fight at the Scope in Norfolk on November 8, with older brother Kelvin also on the card for the evening's festivities. A Top Rank spokesperson confirmed the fight to News 3. Opponents are in the process of being finalized, according to the spokesperson.
Virginia names Anthony Colandrea starting quarterback ahead of 2024 season
Virginia has named sophomore Anthony Colandrea the team's starting quarterback ahead of the 2024 season, doing so with a press release. The post Virginia names Anthony Colandrea starting quarterback ahead of 2024 season appeared first on On3.
Non-sworn CPD Employee Arrested for Computer Invasion
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW.COM) – On August 5, 2024, the Charlottesville Police Department (CPD) was made aware of an allegation that a non-sworn employee had accessed DMV information of a family member for a non-criminal justice purpose. Once the allegation was made, Chief Michael Kochis immediately notified Commonwealth Attorney, Joe...
Charlottesville couple get national attention for tea and jam businesses
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Jam According to Daniel and Fairweather Farm Tea share the same workspace: their Charlottesville home. You can find Daniel and Rachel Perry at farmers markets on the weekend—the place where they originally found each other. “We met each other at market,” said Rachel, founder of...
UVA engineering students mentor local high schoolers
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - UVA engineering students were at Charlottesville High School Friday, August 23, meeting with students interested in the profession. UVA’s Link Lab partnered with CHS for the second year in a row to put on this weeks-long mentorship program. CHS students and their new mentors will...
Gym co-owner gears up for fifth CrossFit Games at 68 years old
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - You can find CrossFit SPRC co-owner Martha Redinger hard at work in her gym this week, as she gears up for her fifth CrossFit games. It’s a time for men and women to prove who are the fittest athletes in the world. “I think I’m...
Sabato doubts Trump will see a boost following RFK Jr. campaign suspension
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is suspending his campaign in the 2024 Presidential Election and endorsing former President Donald Trump. In a press conference Friday afternoon, Kennedy said he is taking his name off the ballot in ten swing states because, in part, his presence on the ballot could help Vice President Kamala Harris.
Milestones and Emotions for the Class of 2028 and Families
The nearly 4,000 members of the University of Virginia Class of 2028 now call Charlottesville home. Families arriving on Thursday to help their students move in marked the day with a blend of excitement and tender farewells. University Communications video producers captured the heartfelt moments of pride and tears that make this milestone so special.
No. 13 men’s soccer opens the 2024 campaign with 3-0 victory over Rider
Virginia men’s soccer took down Rider 3-0 Thursday, delivering a victory to Klöckner Stadium to kick off a new season of soccer for the Cavaliers (1-0, 0-0 ACC). Earlier this offseason, a slew of transfers and freshmen were added to replace several key contributors who had departed for the professionals. Junior defender Nick Dang, a Lipscomb transfer, got a spot in the starting lineup and made a significant impact, consistently disrupting the Broncs (0-1, 0-0 Metro). Excluding goalkeepers, Dang tied for the team lead with an incredible 87 minutes played. Combined with talented returners, these new-look Cavaliers blended well en route to a comfortable win where they were in control the entire game.
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