Community

United Way of Central Shenandoah Valley announced that more than 50 Collection Zones across Harrisonburg and Rockingham County are now accepting school supply donations for the third annual “Tools For School” back-to-school resource fair.

Arts Council of the Valley (ACV) announced the opening of two new exhibitions at Smith House Galleries on Friday, August 1 during First Fridays of the Valley: Take a Walk on the Wild Side highlights oil paintings by Agnieszka Elliott; Ouroboros, by E. Leary, features paintings and pyrography

More than 130 Virginia teens representing schools and youth groups from across the commonwealth will be arriving at James Madison University Thursday for the 2025 YOVASO Summer Leadership Retreat, Tides, Vibes, and Safe Rides.

The Harrisonburg and Rockingham County Salvation Army is hosting their 2nd Annual Red Kettle Motorcycle Ride on July 19. 

The Harrisonburg City Council held a meeting with James Madison University’s new President, James Schmidt to introduce themselves and discuss future projects.

The Harrisonburg Fire Department had a busy night Wednesday as they delivered free Cici’s pizzas across and checked fire alarms across the city.

Kevin Early announced his retirement on social media yesterday, along with news that he would be passing the baton to, so far, undisclosed new owners.

Five JMU students have been selected for the Virginia Governor’s Fellows Program, which places fellows alongside members of the governor’s cabinet and staff.

The current request during last night’s meeting involved the approval of an additional 5th story of dwellings to the rear of the property above the proposed parking area and to allow for the reduction in required side and/or rear yard setbacks. 

Expressive Dance Studio competed on Sunday, July 6th at the Fly Dance Competition Nationals in Ocean City, MD, where they brought back some hardware.