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Up close of a spotted lanternfly on a tree.
Agriculture
7 months ago
Citizen dog detectives can help target, mitigate spotted lanternflies

Spotted lanternflies continue to spread across Virginia. And as experts seek ways to track and control their populations, a new Virginia Tech study found that trained citizen dog-handling teams may offer a solution.

Local
7 months ago
Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Friday, 8/1

Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Friday, 8/1

Mini Golf club next to a ball
Community
7 months ago
Big Brothers Big Sisters to hold annual “Mini Golf for Kids’ Sakes” fundraiser

Every dollar donated will go to the program to support local youth one-to-one mentoring. The event fundraising goal is $11,000. 

Local
7 months ago
James Madison Softball adds transfer pitcher Allie Braly

Head Coach Loren LaPorte added an experienced arm to the James Madison softball pitching staff with the signing of transfer pitcher Allie Braly, as announced on Friday afternoon.

Police lights
Local
7 months ago
UPDATE: One person left with serious injuries after police chase on Old Furnace Road

According to a statement by the Harrisonburg Police Department, the accident took place between Buffalo Drive and Oriole Lane.

Local
7 months ago
North Mason Street returns to normal next week

North Mason Street in Harrisonburg will return to normal next week following completion of the temporary Complete Streets demonstration project this weekend. 

Traffic adjustments are scheduled to take place on Monday and Tuesday to return North Mason Street to four lanes and reinstitute traffic signals.

City of Waynesboro logo
Community
7 months ago
City of Waynesboro receives $1.5 million grant from VBRSP

The $1.5 million grant will help make the Nature’s Crossing Technology Center site project-ready—offering a critical competitive edge in attracting high-impact projects and creating new jobs in Waynesboro.

School supplies in a backpack.
Community
7 months ago
Tax free weekend returns to Virginia this weekend

Virginia’s annual tax-free weekend will return this year from Friday, August 1 through Sunday, August 3, allowing residents to make qualifying purchases without paying state and local sales tax. 

Local
7 months ago
Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Thursday, 7/31

Rockingham County Baseball League Scoreboard – Thursday, 7/31

Sports
7 months ago
Wide receiver Terry McLaurin has requested a trade from the Commanders, AP source says

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin, a two-time Pro Bowl selection, has reportedly requested a trade due to a disagreement over his contract terms. This information comes from a source familiar with the situation, according to The Associated Press.