Shelves of books in a library.
Community
7 months ago
Augusta County woman honored by The Library Journal

Augusta County Library Director, Dr. Jennifer Brown won the publication’s “Innovators” award for spearheading efforts to design a new iteration of the Virginia Leadership Academy that successfully revitalized the program.

Students learning from a teacher about computers.
Non-Profit Spotlight
7 months ago
Local students honor educators in scholarship program | McSpotlight

For over 20 years, Shenandoah Valley McDonald’s Family Restaurants have asked local high schools to identify qualified seniors to apply for the AP Boxley McDonald’s: Student & Teacher Achievement Award.

Bird's eye view of the City of Harrisonburg
Local
7 months ago
Harrisonburg selected for National League of Cities’ grant program

City leaders believe Harrisonburg’s selection for the program is a testament to the City’s dedication to economic development and financial empowerment for community members.

Augusta County Public Schools seal
Local
7 months ago
Augusta County Public School Board Appoints New Superintendent

The Augusta County school board has chosen Dr. Kelly Troxell to lead county schools.

Baseball on grass
Local
7 months ago
High School Baseball, Softball & Soccer Scores – Monday, 5/5

High School Baseball, Softball & Soccer Scores – Monday, 5/5

A photo of a blue light on top of a police vehicle.
Crime & Safety
7 months ago
ACSO responds to public intoxication call, suspect dies in custody

The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office responded to multiple calls Monday morning about a Staunton individual which led to him being unresponsive in-custody.

Wayne Theatre Gala 2024
Community
7 months ago
Wayne Theatre to host 2025 Wayne Gala on June 6

The Wayne Gala is the theatre’s largest and most important fundraising event of the year, supporting its arts programming, educational initiatives, and community outreach efforts.

Mug shot of Corey Brock Hamman
Crime & Safety
7 months ago
Additional charges against Edinburg man

Corey Brock Hamman has been charged with 5 counts of bestiality and 3 counts of possession of child pornography.

A map with the highlighted area that is part of the Route 42 survey.
Local
7 months ago
VDOT seeking input on Route 42 planning study in Harrisonburg

VDOT is seeking feedback on a transportation study assessing potential solutions on Route 42 (Virginia Avenue) between Gay Street and the Harrisonburg city limit.

Local
7 months ago
UVA urges staying clear of the scene of an alleged self-inflected gunshot wound on campus

University of Virginia Police Department is investigating a self-inflicted gunshot wound that happened on campus Monday morning.