Tag: Shenandoah Valley
BRITE acquires transit facility, welcomes provider and new buses
The CSPDC announced the completion of several key milestones since assuming the administration of the BRITE Bus Transit System several years ago.
Travel media from around the world visit Shenandoah Valley
The U.S. Travel Association’s IPW conference, held in Washington, D.C., attracted thousands of attendees from 70 countries.
Shenandoah Valley Tourism Partnership unveils new marketing partnership
The Shenandoah Valley Tourism Partnership has unveiled its new marketing partnership and message.
Study: Agritourism impact on Shenandoah Valley economy
Fresh data shows businesses along the Shenandoah Valley’s Fields of Gold Farm Trail contribute significantly to the region’s economy.
Honoring 100 Years of the National Park Service: Textile style
Shenandoah National Park is displaying 13 art quilts created to celebrate the centennial of the National Park Service from through October 24.
Study: Spring starting earlier in national parks
A new study shows that spring is beginning earlier than its historical average in 75 percent of the national parks examined.
Special October programs highlight Shenandoah Valley history
A series of special National Park Service ranger programs and other events highlight various stories related to the history of the Shenandoah Valley.
Shenandoah Valley bicycling economic impact report released
A Bicycling in the Central Shenandoah Valley”Economic Impact Analysis was conducted by the Central Shenandoah Planning District Commission.
National Park Service announces Shenandoah Valley history programs
Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park will offer a series of special National Park Service ranger programs this September.
National Park Service announces Shenandoah Valley history programs
Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park and its partners will offer a series of special programs on the history of the Shenandoah Valley.
Family Travel with Colleen Kelly films in Shenandoah Valley
Shenandoah Valley Destination marketing offices from Clarke County to Rockbridge County have contracted with Colleen Kelly, a family travel expert.
National Park Service announces Shenandoah Valley history events
Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park and its partners will offer a series of special National Park Service ranger programs.
Bike Virginia arrives in the Shenandoah Valley
Bike Virginia 2016 will visit the communities of Woodstock and Harrisonburg June 24-29.
Business of Food Conference returns to region
The Shenandoah Valley Small Business Development Center is bringing last year’s popular Business of Food Conference back to the region.
Shenandoah Valley Art Center: June 2016 Calendar of Events
The Shenandoah Valley Art Center, during the months of June and July, is exhibiting the works of Shenandoah Valley Art Center member artists.
Staunton District Traffic Alert: May 23-27
The following is a list of highway work that may affect traffic in the Staunton District during the coming weeks.
Shenandoah Beerwerks Trail launches to promote local craft breweries
The area’s first official beer trail, the Shenandoah Beerwerks Trail, launches today, during American Craft Beer Week.
Shentel completes transaction to acquire NTELOS Holdings Corp.
Shenandoah Telecommunications Company today announced it has completed its acquisition of NTELOS Holdings Corporation.
Rocky Mtn Fire update: Fire near 8,000 acres
The Rocky Mtn Fire has grown to 7,935 acres with 40 percent containment, according to an update Friday morning.
Nexus Services announces Shenandoah Valley scholarship winners
Nexus Services, Inc. and its subsidiary Libre by Nexus, have awarded $350,000 in college scholarships to three Shenandoah Valley students.
Staunton District Traffic Alert: April 11-15
The following is a list of highway work that may affect traffic in the Staunton District during the coming weeks.
Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival concert event April 17
The Wild Geese Baroque Ensemble will present a benefit concert for the Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival in Harrisonburg on Sunday, April 17.
Bed and breakfasts association has new website produced by AFP
Bed and Breakfasts of the Historic Shenandoah Valley has a new website produced by Augusta Free Press.
Staunton District Traffic Alerts: March 28-April 1
The following is a list of highway work that may affect traffic in the Staunton District during the coming weeks.
State’s trout farms see some growth but face challenges
Weather challenges and unchecked predators are limiting the growth of Virginia’s small trout farming industry, according to one trout farm operator.
Shenandoah Valley Travel Association wins tourism grant
Governor Terry McAuliffe announced that the Shenandoah Valley Travel Association (SVTA) has been awarded $9,200 from the Virginia Tourism Corporation’s Marketing Leverage Program.
VDOT: Most roads in minor condition in Shenandoah Valley
Light snow continues to fall in the Shenandoah Valley leaving an inch or two in most areas. Roads throughout the area are in minor condition.
VDOT: Shenandoah Valley roads improving
Sunshine and warmer temperatures are helping VDOT rapidly improve driving conditions throughout the Shenandoah Valley and Alleghany Highlands.
VDOT: Travel still not advised overnight in Shenandoah Valley
Snow has ended in the Shenandoah Valley. Light sleet has been falling for most of the afternoon with rain forecasted to begin around midnight.
VDOT: Snowy roads in Shenandoah Valley, ice on the way
Most roadways in the Shenandoah Valley and Alleghany Highlands are snow covered as of late Monday morning.
VDOT: Avoid travel in Shenandoah Valley on Monday
A potpourri of winter weather is forecasted to arrive in the Shenandoah Valley on Valentine’s night.
Sen. Mark Warner to swing through Shenandoah Valley, Central Virginia next week
U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner will kick off five days of travel throughout the Commonwealth for a series of meetings and discussions.
JMU expert warns Shenandoah Valley not off limits to Zika virus
The Zika virus, declared a global health crisis by the World Health Organization this week, could eventually show up in the Shenandoah Valley.
Food Bank asks public to sign pledge to volunteer in 2016
The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank hopes the community will help make the year better for the 146,000 people struggling with hunger in the Blue Ridge region.
Staunton District: Secondary roads now the focus for VDOT in snow removal
VDOT continues the work of plowing thousands of miles of Shenandoah Valley roadways that were covered in 18 to 36 inches of snow.
VDOT: Caution advised overnight in Shenandoah Valley
Motorists traveling tonight in the Shenandoah Valley should be alert for roads refreezing, and areas of frozen slush or ice.
VDOT: Crews making progress on roads in Shenandoah Valley
Virginia Department of Transportation plow crews and contractors have made substantial progress in clearing Shenandoah Valley roadways.
Shenandoah Valley Project Impact issues 15-year report
Shenandoah Valley Project Impact issued a comprehensive report showcasing what it has accomplished since its inception.
VDOT: Travel still hazardous in Shenandoah Valley
Road conditions in the Shenandoah Valley are steadily improving, thanks to Sunday sunshine and the continuous efforts of crews and VDOT contractors.
VDOT: Public should refrain from all travel in Shenandoah Valley
VDOT is asking the public to refrain from all travel while plows continue to clear roads throughout the night and on Sunday.
VDOT: Driving still treacherous in the Shenandoah Valley
Dangerous driving conditions persist in the Shenandoah Valley this afternoon, despite around-the-clock snow removal operations by VDOT and its contractors.
VDOT: Stay off the roads in the Shenandoah Valley tonight
The Virginia Department of Transportation is advising that all travel throughout the Shenandoah Valley should be avoided tonight.
Latest: National Weather Service forecasting up to 30 inches of snow
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Shenandoah Valley and Central Virginia beginning at 8 a.m. Friday.
Winter Storm Watch: Historic snowstorm on the way?
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for the Shenandoah Valley and Central Virginia with a possibly historic snowstorm headed our way on Friday.
Massanutten Resort now a 100 percent employee-owned company
Massanutten Resort, a four-season resort located outside of Harrisonburg, in the Shenandoah Valley, announced that it is now a 100 percent employee-owned company.
VDOT ready for possible snowy, windy conditions
VDOT is ready to respond to snow showers and high winds that are forecast for parts of the Shenandoah Valley Tuesday afternoon into Wednesday morning.
It’s Girl Scout Cookie time!
Girl Scouts in our local communities will become young business entrepreneurs as they learn goal setting, marketing skills, and money management.
Death Cafe debuts in the Shenandoah Valley
At a Death Cafe people drink coffee and tea, eat cake (or cookies), and discuss death in a relaxed group discussion. With the participants setting the agenda and direction of the conversation,
Food Bank joins #GivingTuesday movement celebrating generosity and philanthropy
The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank is calling on residents in Central and Western Virginia to consider joining #GivingTuesday, a movement to celebrate generosity and encourage philanthropy.
Flashing yellow signals coming to Shenandoah Valley
The Virginia Department of Transportation will install flashing yellow arrow traffic signals at five intersections in the Staunton District beginning Dec. 1. The flashing yellow arrow is intended only for left-turning traffic, and indicates that drivers may turn left after they yield to oncoming traffic.
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