Ask Merle, 7/29/26 – Merle Wenger of The House of Oak and Sofas

By jbritt July 29, 2026 10:00 am

Crime & Safety

7 hours ago

“Mother Duck” found and returned due to Harrisonburg community tips

“Mother Duck” was recovered in a wooded area off Country Club Road.

Crime & Safety

14 hours ago

Stolen truck from Elkton recovered in Page County

Police say that thanks to citizens who called in with information and shared video footage, the Town of Shenandoah Police Department and Page County Sheriff’s Office were able to assist with recovering the stolen 1195 GMC Sonoma.

Local

1 day ago

Overnight lane closures coming to I-81 and Port Republic Road in Harrisonburg for bridge repair

The closures will begin the night of Monday, August 3.

Local

21 hours ago

JMU Men’s Basketball announces 2026-27 non-conference schedule

Four matchups against former CAA rivals, two exhibitions against Commonwealth opponents, and a road game at Kentucky highlight James Madison men’s basketball’s 2026-27 non-conference schedule, which was released on Thursday, July 30.

Weather

18 hours ago

Your Friday Weather: Sunny and mid 80’s

The chance for showers and thunderstorms will return to our forecast on Sunday and continue most of next week.