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Tag Archives: Harrisonburg

As United Way ramps tax assistance program back up, volunteers are needed

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Two information sessions will be offered next week to learn more about volunteering with a free income tax assistance program, known as VITA.

Posted byCrystal GrahamJanuary 6, 2026Posted inLocal NewsTags: Harrisonburg, Staunton, United Way, Waynesboro

Spotswood grad Luke Keister will bring ‘young energy’ to Harrisonburg Turks staff

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Luke Keister clearly recalls the first time he went to see the Harrisonburg Turks play in the Valley Baseball League.

Posted byDavid DriverJanuary 1, 2026January 3, 2026Posted inBaseballTags: Harrisonburg

Harrisonburg: Felony Lane Gang members arrested, targeted victims at gyms, malls

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Three people were arrested in Harrisonburg and are believed to be part of a gang responsible for widespread thefts in multiple states.

Posted byCrystal GrahamDecember 30, 2025December 30, 2025Posted inLocal News, Public SafetyTags: Harrisonburg

Affordable housing projects in Virginia get boost with $150M in financing

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More than 3,000 homes for low-income households are closer to becoming a reality due to $150 million in financing for projects in Virginia.

Posted byCrystal GrahamDecember 23, 2025Posted inLocal NewsTags: Affordable Housing, Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, Homelessness, Waynesboro

Final curtain call: Court Square Theater to cease operations Dec. 31

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Due to a lack of funding and low attendance, Court Square Theater in Downtown Harrisonburg will permanently close its doors on Dec. 31.

Posted byCrystal GrahamDecember 18, 2025Posted inArts & Culture, Local NewsTags: Court Square Theater, Harrisonburg

Harrisonburg: Two receive hefty prison sentences in 18-year-old’s death from fentanyl poisoning

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Two Harrisonburg residents received hefty prison sentences for their part in a Virginia high school student’s death by fentanyl poisoning.

Posted byCrystal GrahamDecember 18, 2025Posted inLocal News, VirginiaTags: Fairfax County, Fentanyl, Harrisonburg, JMU

Special delivery: Santa’s elves ready to bring pet to your home for Christmas

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Santa’s elves will be delivering some extra holiday cheer to local families just in time for a little Christmas magic.

Posted byCrystal GrahamDecember 15, 2025Posted inLocal NewsTags: Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA

Harrisonburg: Road closure at busy Interstate 81 exit ramp next week

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Motorists who frequent the Harrisonburg area will want to take into account a road closure next week at the Interstate 81 Exit 247A interchange.

Posted byChris GrahamDecember 13, 2025December 13, 2025Posted inLocal News, Public SafetyTags: Harrisonburg, Interstate 81, VDOT

United Way revives free tax prep for folks in Augusta County, Staunton, Waynesboro

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A free tax preparation program will return to the region after $18,000 was awarded to provide the service through the United Way of Central Shenandoah Valley.

Posted byCrystal GrahamDecember 9, 2025December 9, 2025Posted inLocal NewsTags: Augusta County, Harrisonburg, Staunton, United Way, Waynesboro

Family of man killed in scooter accident asking community for help

The family of an Augusta County man who died in an electric scooter accident on Wednesday are hoping Good Samaritans will help them get him home.

Posted byCrystal GrahamDecember 6, 2025December 7, 2025Posted inLocal News, Public SafetyTags: Augusta County, Harrisonburg

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