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The design for a new mural in downtown Harrisonburg incorporates images of people from around the world. Students in Iran – who are not permitted freedom of expression – have designed the mural, to be painted by Harrisonburg-Rockingham area artists.

Take advantage of free fishing days, June 6-8, 2025, and enjoy the great outdoors with your family and friends without having to purchase a fishing license.

Ronin Edison was last seen on March 29 near Elkton and was found safe in Youngstown, Ohio on June 2.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has removed last week’s list of sanctuary jurisdictions from its official website, which included Augusta and Albemarle Counties.

The training will start around 8:00 am and last until approximately 4:00 pm and will include the operation and landing of a helicopter within the boundaries of the park.

The closure is between Route 608 (Cold Springs Road) and Route 657 (Indian Ridge Road) due to railroad crossing maintenance. 

On Thursday, June 5, Sheetz will officially open its new store located at 54 Valley Ranger Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22802.

In an online alert, authorities warn of fraudulent texts allegedly from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) again circulating throughout the area that claim the recipient has unpaid traffic tickets.

Staunton City Schools is participating in the Summer Food Service Program, offering complimentary meals to all children 18 years old and younger without discrimination. 

Arts Council of the Valley has shared its June First Fridays of the Valley lineup, featuring arts programming at 23 venues throughout the City of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County.