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Local
2 years ago
Harrisonburg fire officials investigating cause of gas leak

While the work was being conducted, South Main Street had to be closed for over 45 minutes, which snarled traffic.

Local
2 years ago
Downtown Harrisonburg paving project postponed until later this week

In a post on the department’s Facebook page, parts that were needed for the contractor’s equipment to be fixed will not arrive until later today, making the paving date on Friday.

Local
2 years ago
Riner Rentals receives award national clean energy event

The award recognizes the company’s commitment to sustainability in the community and workplace electric vehicle charging at its office.

Community
2 years ago
Rockingham County educator named Athletic Director for Page County Public Schools

Ryne Powell served most recently as Assistant Athletic Director at Spotswood High School.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Page County man accused of murder has hearing continued

Timothy Thomas Comer was supposed to have a hearing to appoint council; however online records showed that the hearing was continued until October 30th in Page County Circuit Court.

Community
2 years ago
HCPS Board considers collective bargaining draft resolution

During last night’s school board work session, Superintendent Dr. Michael Richards presented a draft resolution that board members could support and would also address concerns brought up by the Harrisonburg Education Association in previous discussions.

Local
2 years ago
VDH reports sharp uptick in COVID cases ahead of return to school

They also say hospitalizations are up, but health officials say COVID cases in children usually are asymptomatic and mild.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Virginia State Police annual report shows slight increase in violent crime statewide

Overall, the violent crime rate, which includes murder, forcible sex offenses, robbery and aggravated assault, increased by just over one percent last year.

Community
2 years ago
USDA urges parents to be aware of food allergens as kids return to school

USDA Program Specialist Zoya Sattar has tips on how to pack safe lunches for children.

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Community
2 years ago
EMU, Chamber to host annual Presidential Address

Four area college and university presidents will provide an in-depth update on their educational institutions at a Presidential Address event at Eastern Mennonite University this week.