Jamestown Archaeologist Dr. William Kelso to speak at Augusta County Historical Society’s Annual Banquet

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The incredible rediscovery of the original Jamestown settlement of 1607, thought to have been washed into the James River long ago, is now the centerpiece of Historic Jamestowne. On Tuesday, April 24, Dr. William “Bill” Kelso, Director of Archaeological Research and Interpretation for the Preservation Virginia Jamestown Rediscovery Project, will be giving a presentation on…

Shenandoah Valley Spay/Neuter Clinic wins Council of Governments’ Veterinarian Award

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The Shenandoah Valley Spay/Neuter Clinic was honored to be awarded the Veterinarian Award at the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments’ Annual Animal Awards Ceremony on March 30. Nominated by Fairfax County Animal Shelter; SVSNC and Fairfax have been working together since August 2010 to provide affordable spay/neuter surgeries to the Northern Virginia area. 

10th anniversary of Hot Glass Festival

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Flaming ray guns and fire-breathing dragons are part of the fun planned to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Virginia Hot Glass Festival, set for Saturday, April 28, and Sunday, April 29, at Sunspots Studios in Downtown Staunton. Hot glass artists from around the region gather annually at the Festival, bringing booths full of beautiful…

Warner staff office hours

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Ms. Lou Kadiri, Constituent Services Director, from Sen. Warner’s Roanoke office, will hold remote office hours in Staunton on Tuesday, April 10, to speak with Virginia residents that need assistance with a federal agency such as the IRS, the Department of Veterans Affairs, or the Social Security Administration … or would just like to pass…

Elvis coming to Staunton?

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Elvis is coming to the Valley! On Friday, April 27, from 6-10 p.m., the Staunton Performing Arts Center will present An Evening with Elvis at Dice’s, 216 Frontier Drive, Staunton. Bob Lunger, local attorney and actor, will portray Elvis, who will be appearing with the band Graceland Express.  Come on down for a nostalgic evening with…

Faithful Praise showcased at WTA’s Gateway

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WTA’s Gateway will showcase Faithful Praise, a unique group of musicans who bring a fresh energy to gospel music on Friday, April 6.  Based out of the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, LaDena Knott, Tommy Fortune, and Shari DeLange have joined together as Faithful Praise to create a sound that one would expect to hear from…