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Harrisonburg City staff and Rockingham County landscape staff selected the replacement tree from Grelen Nursery in Orange County, VA.
Local
2 months ago
City of Harrisonburg to replace aging Court Square spruce tree

The tree, a familiar piece of Downtown that has been a part of families’ holiday celebration for many years, has reached the end of its viable lifespan.

JMU football players pose with William Perry Elementary School students in the grass.
Community
2 months ago
JMU Football players mentor William Perry Elementary students

Last spring, JMU football players visited students at William Perry Elementary School to support STEM activities in classrooms and found that several students needed mentors.

Community Police Academy
Local
2 months ago
Harrisonburg Police Department announces 31st Annual Community Police Academy

The academy is open to anyone who lives, works, or attends school in the City of Harrisonburg and is at least 18 years old.

A row of red seats in a theater.
Community
3 months ago
Wayne Theatre celebrates 100 years since opening and 10 years since reopening with anniversary programming throughout 2026

The dual anniversary is recognized throughout the year with special programming, community celebrations, and events that reflect the theatre’s past, present, and future.

Community
3 months ago
Mary Baldwin University President stepping down

According to a statement from the Staunton university, Todd Telemeco has resigned for family and personal reasons and the board of trustees has accepted his resignation.

Crowd at a Music Festival
Community
3 months ago
FredFEST VA one of 88 special events & festivals to receive public-private marketing funds

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that $885,733 in matching grant funds will be awarded to 88 special events and festivals.

Harrisonburg Media Group and WSIG present Virginia FFA with a check.
Agriculture
3 months ago
Harrisonburg Media Group and WSIG raise money for Virginia FFA

During the month of November, WSIG sold special FFA shirts with all proceeds going to local FFA Chapters.

Court Sqaure Theater entrance
Local
3 months ago
Housing Authority announces fundraising update and community meetings for Court Square Theater

HRHA will host three community meetings in February 2026 to gather community input regarding the future direction of Court Square Theater.

Tim Sarver
Community
3 months ago
Longtime Harrisonburg High School head football coach Tim Sarver passes away

Sarver coached the Blue Streaks for 26 seasons from 1985 to 2010.

Colorful bright sunrise
Local
3 months ago
Rockingham County teacher recognized for inspiring Virginia’s next Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry

Katie Frazier was involved in local 4-H and FFA as a teenager, which ultimately impacted her professional life.

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