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VCSB working to respond to those in crisis; ease burden on hospitals, first responders
When someone is in a suicidal crisis, sending police, fire and EMS to help isn’t always the best solution. If the person in crisis is put in handcuffs or removed from their home in an ambulance or police car, it can prove traumatic for someone already in a fragile state.
MTC to auction off two student-built miniature cabins, building future skills
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Massanutten Technical Center will soon be auctioning off two miniature cabins built by students in several programs around campus. Not only are they building houses, but also skills for the future. “So this a great opportunity not only just to learn how to become a great...
Pro Re Nata Brewery expanding into Augusta County with acquisition of Skipping Rock
STAUNTON — John Schoeb and Pro Re Nata Brewery continue to create a footprint in the Staunton area. Last fall, Schoeb got Staunton City Council's approval to rezone the former Coca-Cola Bottling Works facility on North Augusta Street with plans to start a microbrewery and tasting room in the building. Schoeb owns Pro Re Nata, a brewery and music venue, in Crozet.
Harrisonburg Police Department to host Coffee with a Cop event
HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — The Harrisonburg Police Department will be hosting Coffee with a Cop at the end of the month. In a social media post, HPD said the event will be Friday, May 31, from 8am until 10 am at the Starbucks inside Martin’s Grocery Store in Harrisonburg. Those who visit get a free cup of coffee and will meet Harrisonburg Police Officers.
A year after their approval, what’s the verdict on speed cameras?
Richard Buckingham sits in Harrisonburg’s general district court to contend a $100 speeding ticket he received in the mail last fall — one of nearly 7,000 issued just in the month of September. “I just thought it was exorbitant,” he said of the fine. Since the implementation...
Later HDPT service hours to benefit community this spring and summer
HARRISONBURG, Va. (Harrisonburg Department of Public Transportation) – The Harrisonburg Department of Public Transportation (HDPT) is working to help community members get around later in the evenings, as extended service hours are now underway for City transit routes and paratransit riders. Riders can utilize both services now through August...
Charlie Obaugh Auto Group Student Athlete of the Week: Anna Shirley
STAUNTON, Va. (WHSV) - Riverheads Anna Shirley has been a Swiss Army knife for the gladiators over the past four years, but when you ask head coach Kaitlyn Clark about the senior: it’s her effort that’s continued to separate her from the rest. “You can’t ask for a...
Sussex County Fair Grounds Site of 16-Year-Old's 3 Day Ultra-Marathon for Children in Haiti
SUSSEX COUNTY, NJ – A 16-year-old from Harrisonburg, Virginia is running an ultra-marathon at the Sussex County Fair Grounds. The “3 Days at the Fair” event began at 9 a.m. on Thursday for Nate Whiting. Whiting will run a one-mile loop more than 200 times with his mom, dad and brother “camping along the course to cheer him on,” and providing his favorite fuel “a PBJ sandwich,” according to family friend Teri Alexander.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The high school student is running to raise funds for the Holistic Haitian Alliance charity. His parents...
Uniontown rezoned from industrial to residential
STAUNTON, Va. (WHSV) - At the Staunton City Council meeting on May 9, 55 parcels in the Uniontown neighborhood were rezoned. The parcels were rezoned from Industrial to Residential Traditional Development. Rodney Rhodes, Director of Community Development said this rezoning is an important first step in redeveloping the area. Residential development is not allowed in industrial districts, and the residential homes were classified as “legally non-conforming.”
Uncle Tony's Kitchen: Not ready to retire, Tony Dimeo cooking up Italian family dishes for pickup
STAUNTON — Retirement wasn't the thing for Tony Dimeo, who co-owned Ciro's Pizza in Verona until closing at the end of last year and selling the business, which reopened under new management in February. In 1985, Dimeo became the manager of the new location of Ciro's in Verona and,...
Augusta Health announces new community clinic
FISHERSVILLE — Augusta Health announced in a press release the opening of the new community clinic which will begin seeing patients on July 1. The Augusta Health Community Clinic is a primary care facility for adults focusing on a patient-centered approach in an all-inclusive environment with timely access to services. It is located...
Republican Senate candidates come to Staunton for town hall
STAUNTON – The Republican candidates for Virginia’s Senate seat are coming to Staunton. A town hall will be held on Friday morning at Victory Worship Center and World Outreach (victory-worship.com), 200 Hammond Lane in Staunton. Four of the five candidates will be there – Edward C. "Eddie" Garcia...
‘Forever woven into the fabric’: Waynesboro Schools says farewell to teachers, staff retiring in 2024
Waynesboro Schools celebrated the retirements of eight staff members Tuesday night at Waynesboro High School. Five retirees were present at the regular school board meeting afterward for recognition and photos. “Your passion for teaching has not only enriched the lives of countless students but it’s also served as a beacon...
Natural history museum campus coming soon to Waynesboro
WAYNESBORO, Va. (WVIR) - A natural history museum campus is coming soon to Waynesboro. At this time, the museum is in the detailed design phase. Virginia Museum of Natural History’s Executive Director Joe Keiper explained when this campus is complete – it will have five main areas for people to visit.
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