LTW Wrestling: Ricky Morton vs. Gregory Vercitti
The legendary Ricky Morton takes on self-proclaimed “legends champion” Gregory Vercitti at an LTW Entertainment show in Staunton, Va., on March 30. Produced by Augusta Free Press/Chris Graham.
Shakespeare, Smith Center announce partnership
The American Shakespeare Center and R.R. Smith Center for History and Art announce an exciting partnership beginning in July, when the ASC moves into the fourth floor of the R.R. Smith Center.
This move is a significant indicator of the ongoing partnerships between the arts and culture non-profits in Staunton. Beginning July 1, the Smith Center will be home to the Augusta County Historical Society, the Historic Staunton Foundation, the Staunton August Arts Center and the American Shakespeare Center. Read more
VDOT road-work report
The following is a list of highway work that might affect traffic in the Staunton transportation district during the coming weeks.
The Staunton district is comprised of 11 counties, Alleghany, Bath, Rockbridge, Augusta, Highland, Rockingham, Shenandoah, Frederick, Page, Warren and Clarke. Read more
SCCF welcomes new director, new grant
Following a two month search process, the Staunton Creative Community Fund is pleased to welcome Christina Cain to Staunton, who will begin as SCCF’s new executive director effective May 21.
Following on the heels of that announcement, SCCF also signed a contract with the Staunton Economic Development Authority to implement a $95,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to launch a new local entrepreneurship development program. Read more
CAPSAW launches needs assessment
How should CAPSAW spend its money? The Community Action Partnership of Staunton, Augusta and Waynesboro is accepting Needs Surveys from area residents.
The results will help CAPSAW plan the best use of its Community Service Block Grant funds for future years. Read more
Staunton Augusta Art Center to unveil new exhibition
The Staunton Augusta Art Center announces a new, collaborative art exhibition titled Art: The Path to Recovery which opens Sunday, May 6, 1-3 P.M., in the second floor lecture hall/gallery of the R. R. Smith Center for History and Art at 20 S. New Street in historic downtown Staunton. The juried artwork is by consumers of mental health services. Read more
Comic-book store marks re-opening
Short Box has its grand re-opening at its new address on May 5, which is also Free Comic Book Day.
The shop will open at 106 E. Beverley St., Staunton, the previous location of the cigar shop, at 10 a.m. on Saturday, with a wide array of family fun and activities that will run until 2 p.m. Read more
