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WVPT, the PBS station serving the Shenandoah Valley and Central and Northern Virginia, announced today an added bonus for entering its TALENT WAR$ @wvptonline video contest: the chance to win a Fender Telecaster guitar. The contest, already offering $6,000 worth of prizes, allows viewers across the state to show off their talents on the web…
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Two dozen of Staunton’s independent merchants will be showcasing the sights and sounds of a vibrant downtown at the Staunton Downtown Development Association’s annual Sparkles & Sweets shopping and dining event on Friday, Nov. 4 from 6-9 p.m. Participating shops and restaurants will pamper guests with delicious treats and sparkling drinks while inviting them to…
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Halloween is a real special time for us fans of old-timey monster flicks, horror films, and those beloved 1950’s science ficdtion schlockers. We drag out our dusty old VCR copies of classics like the original “Frankenstein,” “Dracula,” and Lon Chaney, Jr.’s portrayal of “The Wolf Man,” and spend the evening of October 31st salivating over…
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A dozen SSC members made their way to Shenandoah Caverns last Thursday for their fall trip. They participated in the “Senior Day Out” held there; even though touring the caverns was not on the agenda for the day, three seniors paid a little extra to see the underground sights. Other members enjoyed the gift shop…
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If you live in the 25th Virginia Senatorial District, Creigh Deeds has earned your support for another term. We all know that Creigh fell a little short wishing to be our governor. But please do not judge our man by that miserable gubernatorial campaign that was run for him out of a temporary White House…
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The Gateway’s zany Richard Adams Variety Show will take a detour to Germany for its October performance at WTA’s Gateway on Friday, October 14 at 7:30 p.m. The show promises to top any Octoberfest you have ever attended. Richard has recruited a host of specialty acts to celebrate the season. William Von Hayes and the…
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Nineteen East Rock Senior Center members and two volunteers attended the JMU Student Nurses’ Association “Monster Mash” themed senior prom at the JMU Festival Center on Oct. 5. The ghoulish decor provided us with some gentle reminders that October has, indeed, arrived. This annual event is always enjoyed and allows attendees to win a variety…
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Country Music Hall of Fame members the Statler Brothers recently were honored with the 2011 James D. Vaughan Impact Award during a special ceremony at Dollywood at the Southern Gospel Music Association’s annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Singing News Fan Awards. Group members Harold Reid, Phil Balsley, Jimmy Fortune and Don Reid accepted…
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The Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce said Monday that it will no long serve as manager and co-host of the successful Daylily and Wine Festival held annually in Fishersville. The Chamber had said recently that it would explore other possible locations for the festival. The Andre Viette Farm and Nursery has hosted the event…
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ShenanArts announces the upcoming concert An Evening with Irving Berlin. This performance is presented by The Ovation Singers, who are celebrating 26 years as Staunton’s musical ambassadors. For one night only, come out an enjoy this benefit performance for ShenanArts! Performance date: Friday Sept. 23 at 7 p.m., at ShenanArts at the nTelos Theatre, Gypsy…
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