Virginia receives $2.7 million in grants to protect Civil War battlefields
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Virginia has been awarded nearly $2.7 million in federal Battlefield Land Acquisition Grants to help protect and preserve Civil War battlefields.
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SVBF to assume operation of Old Court House Civil War Museum
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The Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation and the Old Court House Civil War Museum announced an agreement whereby the SVBF will assume operation of the museum.
Red Wing Roots Music Festival announce first acts for 2016
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Organizers of the fourth annual Red Wing Roots Music Festival announced an initial lineup of artists who will perform at Natural Chimneys Park in Mount Solon.
Staunton ranked among Best Small Town Main Streets in America
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Staunton has been ranked among the 50 best small town main streets in America by Top Value Reviews.
Rockbridge area begins outdoor recreation study
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From hiking, biking, paddling, horseback riding, fishing, and swimming, the Rockbridge area is rich in natural resources and outdoor recreation opportunities across a braided network of trails, greenways, bikeways, and blueways. Community leaders and outdoor recreation advocates are coming together to bring all of these assets under one umbrella by developing a Master Outdoor Recreation…
Four Virginia newspapers, one television station capture Farm Bureau Journalism Awards
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The Tidewater News in Franklin claimed Virginia Farm Bureau Federation’s Ishee-Quann Award for Media Excellence, which recognizes the best of all entries in the organization’s annual Journalism Award competition.
Governor McAuliffe announces $2.25 million in Virginia land conservation grants
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Governor Terry McAuliffe announced on Friday 14 Virginia Land Conservation Foundation (VLCF) grants totaling $2.25 million. The grants will help add 2,000 acres to Virginia’s conserved lands.
Rivanna River and other waterways key to summer fun
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12,539,304 people visit state or national parks that feature waterways like Potomac River and the Shenandoah River each year, according to new data issued Wednesday by Environment Virginia.
Fifth annual GermanFest set for Sept. 12
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GermanFest, which celebrates German Heritage in America, will be held on September 12th from 10am – 6pm at 11523 Back Road, Toms Brook, on the grounds of the Shenandoah Germanic Heritage Museum.
Staunton natural playground project gets $8,000 boost
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Staunton Parks and Recreation is moving forward sooner than expected with a natural playground, thanks to $8,000 in grant funding.
