Spring Fashion Debut: Spoiling you is her business

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Jenn Monterrozo loves to spoil her hostesses with free and discounted Lia Sophia Jewelry. As a trainer in direct sales, Monterrozo knows customer service is the most important thing she offers. She’s passionate about Lia Sophia Jewelry and loves sharing that enthusiasm every day. Lia Sophia Jewelry will be one of more than 15 vendors participating in…

Local dancers shine at prestigious national event

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Three dancers from the Old Dominion Performance Arts Studio in Downtown Waynesboro were honored among the elite at a recent New York City Dance Alliance event in Baltimore. Donovan Mellon and Katlyn Lawhorne both were awarded scholarships, and Kristina Winn was a finalist for another scholarship awarded by the Dance Alliance at the Jan. 13-15…

Spring Fashion Debut: Scentsy equals success

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Lisa Brubeck’s calling to Scentsy Wickless Candles came five years ago. In a short time, she has grown to be one of the top leaders in a competitive direct-sales enterprise. Brubeck’s success comes from her strong belief in the product line and her steadfast commitment, doing what most direct sales consultants only dream of, making…

Shoplifter struck by car

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A man wanted for shoplifting from the Wal-Mart on Lucy Lane in Waynesboro was struck by a car after fleeing the store and being struck by a car on Rosser Avenue Wednesday evening. The unnamed 26-year-old Staunton man has been transported to the University of Virginia Medical Center with what appeared to be life-threatening injuries,…

Community Foundation announces creation of Governor’s School fund

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The Community Foundation along with the Shenandoah Valley Governor’s School, is thrilled to announce the creation of the SVGS Director’s Fund in honor of Linda N. Cauley, the first director of the school who retired last year. Shenandoah Valley Governor’s School has numerous alumni, students, parents and patrons who have expressed an interest in contributing…

Open Mic Night at WTA’s Gateway

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Lorie Strother will host WTA’s Open Mic Night for January. Open Mic Nights feature seasoned and novice performers who want the opportunity to preview their talents for a local audience. Shows are at 7 p.m. at WTA’s Gateway in downtown Waynesboro. Admission is pay-what-you-will. On the program are a range of performers from blues and…

Barefoot Puppets come to WTA’s Gateway

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How does a spider beat an elephant in a bout of tug-of-war?? You’ll find out when the nationally recognized Barefoot Puppets presents Trickster Tales! at WTA’s Gateway at 329 West Main on Friday, January 27 at 4 pm and 6 pm. This 45-minute performance stars Anansi the Spider in two traditional folktales of the Beluba…

Shenandoah Valley Art Center: February 2012 events

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The Shenandoah Valley Art Center, during the month of February, is presenting a collection of artwork by students studying at the Shenandoah Valley Governor’s School for Arts and Humanities. This unique creative program, begun in 2002, offers students in the Visual Arts Departments from Waynesboro, Staunton, and Augusta County the opportunity to spend each morning…

Stone Soup Books & Cafe: February 2012 Music and Events

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Friday, Feb 3rd, 6:00 PM, Live Music & Dining – Zack Cash & Heather Harlow Offering “another flavor of Stone Soup,” by celebrating the many talents of the extended Stone Soup Family, we welcome the return of brother-sister -duo, Zack Cash and Heather Harlow to our Friday Evening musical events. Stone Soup regulars have, upon…