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Hardwood floors are one of the most beautiful, durable flooring choices a homeowner can make. They can last for generations, but even the best floors can develop squeaks over time. While those squeaks might be annoying, they’re also a great reminder to check in on the health of your floors.

The Virginia Quilt Museum is now accepting submissions of original fiber-based artwork for their “No Boundaries” exhibition. Submissions will be accepted until February 2, 2026 for the exhibit, which will run from March 31 to June 27, 2026.

HPD made the announcement Tuesday morning that K9 Doerak passed away at the age of 14 on Friday.

The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank is joining Feeding America to mark September as Hunger Action Month, which is a nationwide campaign highlight the urgent need to end hunger and the power of food to nourish more than just the body.

On Monday evening, emergency crews with Augusta Fire and Rescue responded to a residential structure fire in Fishersville.

Meet Maple and Mister the RHSPCA Pets of the Week!

Sanitary sewer construction will take place near Pleasant Hill Road and Willow Hill Drive Tuesday through Friday.

Freshman Audrey Orrock’s late score, coupled with an intense defensive effort, led to James Madison women’s soccer drawing No.9 Penn State, 1-1, at Jeffrey Field on Sunday night.

Vicari Swain returned a punt 80 yards for a touchdown to break open a close game, LaNorris Sellers threw a 64-yard touchdown pass to Nyck Harbor, and No. 13 South Carolina beat Virginia Tech 24-11 on Sunday in the opener for both teams.

James Madison volleyball junior Kennedy Louisell finished with 23 kills, but the Dukes fell to Florida Gulf Coast in five sets (17-25, 27-25, 23-25, 26-24, 11-15) on Sunday afternoon at Alico Arena.