
Harrisonburg Citizen Academy returns this fall
The Harrisonburg Citizen Academy, which introduces community members to city government and the services provided by city departments, is now accepting applications for the 2021 season.

The Harrisonburg Citizen Academy, which introduces community members to city government and the services provided by city departments, is now accepting applications for the 2021 season.

Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance is launching a Downtown Harrisonburg Art Walk – a free resource for locals and visitors alike to engage with public art.

The Harrisonburg Police Department is requesting assistance from the public in identifying two subjects involved in a recent attempted burglary at a local pharmacy.

The Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA has seen a drastic increase in intakes recently during what is commonly known as “kitten season.” This refers to the months from April to October when outdoor felines run rampant and breed prolifically.

The International Association of Fire Chiefs has awarded the Harrisonburg Fire Department with the Heart Safe Community Award for small/mid-sized communities.

Earlier this year, the Office of Management and Budget had proposed raising the population criteria for Metropolitan Statistical Areas from 50,000 residents to 100,000 residents.

The Harrisonburg Police Department reported today in a release that it has received an increased number of reports of catalytic converters being cut from vehicles.

BISSELL Pet Foundation is hosting its summer 2021 national “Empty the Shelters” adoption event July 7-10. This summer’s event will be hosted in more than 180 shelters in 40 states, including the Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA.

The Harrisonburg International Festival has brought together hundreds of thousands of people over the past 24 years to build connections, find common ground, and celebrate arts and cultures from around the world.

As the City of Harrisonburg continues work on a comprehensive re-write of the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances, resident feedback is still needed.
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