Analysis: Hurricane Helene’s impact on agricultural producers in Virginia may reach $630M
More than 3,500 farms in 21 localities in Virginia were impacted by Hurricane Helene which brought drenching rain and strong winds to the state.
More than 3,500 farms in 21 localities in Virginia were impacted by Hurricane Helene which brought drenching rain and strong winds to the state.
The Staunton Environmental Programs Division was honored by the Garden Club of Virginia for its work on a stream restoration project in Gypsy Hill Park.
The Friendly City Food Co-op received the 2024 Valley Treasure Award from the Alliance for the Shenandoah Valley.

Lawmakers are urging continued action by the HHS to address the critical intravenous fluid shortage affecting hospitals across the nation.
Low-income households, older populations and Hispanic communities faced the greatest danger from winds and flooding due to Hurricane Milton.
The drought warning for the Shenandoah region of Virginia has been officially lifted after more than 12 inches of rain in a 30-day period.

Some procedures at UVA Health are being postponed due to a nationwide shortage of IV fluids after a manufacturing plant was damaged by Helene.
Harrisonburg will add three new electric school buses to its fleet. It will own five electric buses after this purchase and has enough space to hold up to 10 in the transportation department’s garage.
Damages from Hurricane Helene to farms in Southwest Virginia are estimated at $125 million, and the total is expected to increase.
The City of Harrisonburg is evaluating the transportation and stormwater needs along Chicago Avenue and Waterman Drive.
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