Local
10 months ago
Health department warns of rabies-infected animal in Augusta County

Communications Specialist Rachel Dumene says the cat no longer poses a threat to the public, but health officials want to remind everyone, and especially pet owners, of the risks of rabies.

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Harrisonburg residents affected by officer impersonation scam

The scammers are calling unsuspecting victims and telling them they have missed jury duty or have other outstanding citations, and they must send money to HPD to avoid jail time.

Local
10 months ago
Former Grottoes town manager returns to role

At Wednesday night’s town council meeting, Kyle O’Brien was unanimously approved to be the next town manager. Mayor Jo Plaster says she is excited to welcome O’Brien back to Grottoes.

Local
10 months ago
Shenandoah Co. Sheriff’s Office arrests three people in narcotics bust

Shenandoah County Sheriff Tim Carter reported in a news release that the traffic stop happened on June 6. After a search was conducted, six ounces of methamphetamine and fifty fentanyl pills were recovered.

Local
10 months ago
Staunton woman pleads guilty to striking city employee with vehicle

Dorothy Jo Thomas appeared in Staunton Circuit Court yesterday afternoon where a judge sentenced her to a three-year suspended sentence plus one year of supervised probation. 

Local
10 months ago
UPDATE: Suspect in custody after Augusta County school placed on lockdown Wednesday

It was due to an incident that happened at around 1:15 p.m. in which there was a significant law enforcement presence in the complex during that time.

Local
10 months ago
Valley Interfaith Action petitions Rockingham Board of Supervisors to support county-wide public transit

Over 100 people rallied outside of the county administration offices yesterday afternoon to persuade the board after their proposal was rejected earlier this year.

Local
10 months ago
Augusta County crews respond to Lyndhurst-area fire

When firefighters arrived, they found the structure heavily engulfed in flames that threatened a nearby camper.

Local
10 months ago
Waynesboro man arrested on animal cruelty charges

Reuben Michael Silver, 31, was arrested after police executed a search warrant at his home in the 1500 block of Third Street. The dogs were taken to a temporary shelter for medical treatment.

Local
10 months ago
Shenandoah County School Board appoints interim member following Rutz’ departure

The Shenandoah County School Board appointed Larry Vance as the interim District 5 school board member.

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