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1. Contract OK\'d For I-81 Barrier 2009-11-21 HARRISONBURG - An official for the Virginia Department of Transportation expects construction of a median barrier on Interstate 81 in the Harrisonburg area to start early next year. 2. Interstate Wrecks Spill Into City 2009-11-21 HARRISONBURG - Local police attribute heavy traffic in downtown Harrisonburg Friday to wrecks on Interstate 81 that forced numerous vehicles into the city. 3. Thoughts To Remember 2009-11-21 HARRISONBURG—Raymond P. Brunk wants no comparisons of his latest book to the Bible. 4. More Than Medicine: Grottoes Pharmacy Eyes Energy Efficiency 2009-11-20 GROTTOES - Dan Atwell hopes the building that will soon house his and his wife\'s business will market more than medicine. 5. Grottoes To Host POW-MIA Program 2009-11-19 Some of America\'s most tragic heroes will be the focus of a program tonight in Grottoes. 6. Area Farmers Elected To Leadership Posts 2009-11-18 HARRISONBURG - Fourteen dairy farmers from the central Shenandoah Valley were recently elected to regional- and district-level leadership posts for a national dairy marketing cooperative. 7. EPA To Host Hearing On Pollution Limits 2009-11-18 HARRISONBURG - Spotswood High School in Penn Laird will host a public hearing next month on proposed pollution limits for waterways that lead to the Chesapeake Bay. 8. ‘Devastating\' Bill? 2009-11-18 HARRISONBURG - Rep. Bob Goodlatte, R-Roanoke, has vigorously attacked a plan to toughen federal regulations governing the cleanup of the Chesapeake Bay. 9. No Big Surprise: Broilers State\'s Top Commodity 2009-11-16 HARRISONBURG - The position of broilers as the top farm product in Virginia comes as no surprise to state agricultural officials. 10. For Area Churches, Thanksgiving Lasts All Year 2009-11-14 HARRISONBURG— Unlike its traditional feasts, the attention given to Thanksgiving in area churches isn’t tied to a menu. 11. Can\'t Forget The Vets 2009-11-12 GROTTOES - As the rain fell outside, the town\'s residents and natives gathered Wednesday morning to take stock of some of their country\'s costliest blessings. 12. Grottoes\' Caverns Annexation Receives State Support 2009-11-11 GROTTOES - Annexation of Grand Caverns by the town of Grottoes now has the blessing of the state. 13. From Dust To Boom 2009-11-11 HARRISONBURG - Like the rations he feeds his livestock, beef and turkey farmer Craig Miller prefers a mix in his weather. 14. Turning Mess Into Merchandise 2009-11-10 GROTTOES - Markers and merchandise in front of the gray, stone secondhand store that John 15. Holiday Meals Target Those In Need 2009-11-07 HARRISONBURG - A time of year that means glee for many gives gloom to others. And in latter cases, area churches are trying to ease the blues. 16. Poultry Federation Again Operating Litter Hotline 2009-11-06 HARRISONBURG - After three years, a key marketing program for Virginia\'s poultry litter is back in the hands of the agency that first ran it. 17. Valley Farmers Ready For Winter 2009-11-06 HARRISONBURG - These days, Gerald Heatwole feels as up-to-date as his calendar. 18. Hard Times? It\'s A Chance To Help More 2009-11-05 HARRISONBURG - One of the earliest uses of Tom Sine\'s creativity turned heads - and cars. Sine spoke Wednesday at Eastern Mennonite University\'s Lehman Auditorium. 19. In The Holiday Spirit 2009-11-03 HARRISONBURG - While the nation\'s economy may be running on a proverbial shoestring, needy children overseas will still get special shoeboxes. 20. Wenger Shenk To Head Ind. Seminary 2009-11-02 HARRISONBURG - Sara Wenger Shenk, associate dean of Eastern Mennonite Seminary, has been named president of Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary in Elkhart, Ind. 21. Churches Seek To Buy Home 2009-11-02 ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Several churches in Rockingham County want to buy an historic home linked to a martyred Civil War-era pastor of their faith. 22. A Century-Plus 2009-10-31 HARRISONBURG - Olaf G. Stevens\' life began an ocean away, in a two-story stone house. More than a century later, the man best known to friends and kin as Steve seems as ageless as some of the rock that remains from the home of his birth. 23. Stamp Of Approval 2009-10-30 HARRISONBURG - Some of what Roy Layman Jr. has seen and heard in his postal career would create quite a buzz. 24. Fairgrounds To Host Youth Boxing Exhibitions 2009-10-29 HARRISONBURG - A Harrisonburg man wants to give local youth the tools for success - even if those tools include a hard left hook. 25. TA\'s FFA Team Earns Top 10 Finish 2009-10-28 HARRISONBURG - Christy Craun, Wes Kline, Blake Rogers and Kelsey Logan put three years of their lives into two days of activity at this year\'s National FFA Convention. 26. Studying The Hudson Way 2009-10-26 WEYERS CAVE - In a move to boost agriculture in their part of the South, farmers and government officials in the Shenandoah Valley are looking north. 27. Augusta Farmer Wages Campaign For Sustainability 2009-10-23 BRIDGEWATER - Joel Salatin almost delights in not being well liked. \"The food industrialists are not happy with me,\" said Salatin, practically suppressing a grin. 28. Farmers See No Record Harvests 2009-10-22 HARRISONBURG - While agriculture officials forecast a boom year nationally for two crops grown in the Shenandoah Valley, the outlook locally isn\'t nearly as rosy, say area farmers and ag experts. 29. FFA Convention Draws 52 From County Schools 2009-10-21 HARRISONBURG - The 82nd National FFA Convention revs up today in a city best known for sleek race cars and pro football. 30. Keeping History Alive 2009-10-19 ELKTON - The two-story red-brick abode at 310 East Rockingham St., now known as the Miller-Kite House, once kept Confederate officers and Union captives. 31. Festival A Boon For Fundraisers 2009-10-19 ELKTON - Seated next to husband Kevin in a cozy but open-ended tent, Tiffany Shepherd felt right at home, even on a nippy, gray day. 32. From Soup To Barns 2009-10-17 HARRISONBURG - Area FFA members are teaming with Campbell\'s Soup and a local grocer to help restore a century-old barn in Augusta County. 33. EMU Cross-Cultural Trip Inspires Missions Work 2009-10-17 For years, Africa quietly summoned Patrick Monk. So quietly that, for awhile, Monk himself didn’t hear the call. 34. Survey: Farm Injuries Drop 2009-10-16 HARRISONBURG - A national survey shows a recent drop in accidents on the farm. But officials in Rockingham County say knowing how many farm mishaps occur in the county is tough. 35. Fulks Run Teen Triumphs At National Horse Show 2009-10-13 FULKS RUN - Whitney Wilkins\' key to success at the 2009 Spotted Saddle Horse Breeders and Exhibitors Association horse show was simple: forget what was going on around her. 36. County Native To Address FFA 2009-10-13 HARRISONBURG - A Rockingham County native who last year chronicled his successful fight with cancer as a boy in a popular faith-based magazine will soon get to share his story before one of the largest FFA gatherings anywhere. 37. Still Teaching Lessons 2009-10-13 TIMBERVILLE - Months before cancer claimed her, Cathy Hively Hughes decided that whatever her prognosis, she liked her odds. 38. Paving The Way 2009-10-12 HARRISONBURG - A key portion of Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport is getting a face-lift as part of a $1.2 million renovation of the facility\'s infrastructure. 39. E-Mailing It In At EMS 2009-10-12 HARRISONBURG - Charlene Davis is e-mailing her way to a degree in pastoral care at Eastern Mennonite Seminary. 40. Gala Aims To Bring Community ‘To The Table’ 2009-10-10 HARRISONBURG — Steve Wingfield describes his upcoming Come to the Table gala dinner in the simplest terms. 41. Patchy Pumpkin Crops 2009-10-09 HARRISONBURG - This year, Charlie Martin\'s two pumpkin patches epitomized the risks and rewards of pumpkin farming. 42. Aerial Seeding Takes Wing 2009-10-08 HARRISONBURG - Last week, Jon May\'s plan to simplify his farming got a lift. May, who raises beef cattle and poultry on his spread in Timberville, used an airplane to plant his autumn cover crops. His reasoning was simple: planes work faster than tractors. 43. Sixteen High School Alumni Capture National FFA Honor 2009-10-06 HARRISONBURG - Sixteen former high school students from Rockingham County are among 3,300 FFA members to receive one of the National FFA\'s top honors. 44. Volunteer Farm Sets Record 2009-10-06 SHENANDOAH COUNTY - The Volunteer Farm of Shenandoah County has set an annual food-production record. 45. Cash For Stream Cleaning 2009-10-05 HARRISONBURG - A conservation specialist in Rockingham County says federal funding to help farmers in the county clean up local streams will support environmentally-minded producers and others in their efforts to restore the Chesapeake Bay. 46. United Way, Baptist Church Team Up For Day Of Service 2009-10-03 HARRISONBURG - United Way of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County and more than 200 members of Harrisonburg Baptist Church will team up today for 30 community-service projects in the city and county. 47. Area Leaders Wonder What The Future Holds For Lutheran Church 2009-10-03 HARRISONBURG—After watching other faiths fight about the issue of homosexuality, the Rev. Ted Schulz wonders what kind of battle lies ahead for his own denomination. 48. State FFA Honors Local Teen, Mom 2009-09-21 SHENANDOAH COUNTY - The head of a Shenandoah County high school concedes that he could learn something from his pupil. 49. Hinton Woman Snaps Top Ag Photo 2009-09-19 HARRISONBURG - Melinda Shiflet insists that she was just \"having fun\" with her camera when she took a picture earlier this summer that earned her statewide acclaim. 50. Staging Hope 2009-09-19 HARRISONBURG—A preacher takes charge of a church unlike any he’s previously served. On his arrival, the Rev. Thompson finds a bossy secretary, a fanatical janitor, a loony lay leader and a highly moody member of the congregation. 51. Colorado Man Chooses Forgiveness 2009-09-18 HARRISONBURG - The catastrophe that brought unimaginable grief to David Works and his family less than two years ago left him at an emotional fork in the road. 52. Pilgrim\'s: Sale Poses No Local Threat 2009-09-18 HARRISONBURG - News that financially troubled Pilgrim\'s Pride has been sold to Brazilian beef producer JBS SA is unlikely to have much effect on the company\'s local poultry operations or workers. 53. Grottoes OKs Caverns Account 2009-09-16 GROTTOES - Town Council has done its work preparing for the takeover of Grand Caverns. Now, all the council can do is wait for the expected approval of its plan. 54. Family Ties Run Deep At BRCS 2009-09-16 BRIDGEWATER - The family ties that make up Blue Ridge Christian School run generationally deep. 55. Still Going Strong 2009-09-16 BRIDGEWATER - To find the kind of learning environment they wanted for their children, the founders of Blue Ridge Christian School turned to an old structure and even older instruction. 56. County Horse Wins 2 World Titles 2009-09-14 HARRISONBURG - Jamie Gardner\'s graduation gift keeps on giving. A 5-year-old mare that Rockingham County\'s Gardner received after graduating from Eastern Mennonite University became the belle of the ball at the Tennessee Walking Horse Celebration horse show last month in Shelbyville, Tenn. 57. Frost Fears Haunt Corn Growers 2009-09-14 HARRISONBURG - As a custom planter and harvester for other farmers, Mark Deavers expects most of Rockingham County\'s corn to be collected by next month. 58. Grottoes Proposes Caverns Account 2009-09-12 GROTTOES -The creation of a special account for Grand Caverns will allow Grottoes to manage the caverns\' finances and make improvements, say town officials. 59. Pastors To Host Teaching Session On Healing The Sick 2009-09-12 HARRISONBURG — The cure for what ailed him, says Lucas Cook, didn’t come in a spoon or a pill, but rather from a mightier medicine. 60. Shooting Victim To Share Story At EMS, EMU 2009-09-11 HARRISONBURG - Starting Saturday, David Works will spend a week at Eastern Mennonite Seminary and University, in part to share his painfully memorable story of loss, hope and faith. 61. Community Crusade 2009-09-10 HARRISONBURG - The Rev. Randy Spencer sees Calvary Cross-Link Ministries\' first Harvest Tent Crusade as a sort of coming-out party for his new church. 62. Long Road Still Ahead 2009-09-08 Like the subject of a line from famed 20th-century poet Robert Frost, members of Congress, in their quest for a functional national health-care plan, may have miles to go before they sleep. 63. Goodlatte: Reform Needed 2009-09-08 BRIDGEWATER - They arrived at Turner Ashby High School, armed with posters and opinions, to hear their congressman discuss a subject that has dominated the news for the past six months. 64. Pilgrim\'s Pride Mum On Possible Sale 2009-09-05 HARRISONBURG - Officials for Pilgrim\'s Pride remained silent Friday about reports that the financially troubled poultry company may soon be sold to a South American beef producer. 65. Working Together For A Common Cause 2009-09-04 HARRISONBURG—Evangelist Steve Wingfield recalls a crusade he led a few years ago in Marion, Ind. The event, a rousing revival much like his Springfest gathering at James Madison University in 2005, left an indelible mark on the Midwest town. 66. Taking The Class To Africa 2009-09-04 HARRISONBURG - Three years ago, Evangel Theological Seminary added Christian education courses for people not bound for the pulpit. 67. Soybeans Get Positive Press 2009-09-04 HARRISONBURG - Published reports ranking soybeans as a top crop will give farming some helpful exposure, says one soybean specialist in Rockingham County. 68. Program Targets Private Water 2009-09-03 HARRISONBURG - Stephanie Diehl can give one good reason why she and other Virginia Cooperative Extension officials are sampling other people\'s water: 69. Farm Needs Helping Hands 2009-09-02 WOODSTOCK - The Volunteer Farm of Shenandoah County needs volunteers for this year\'s harvest, mostly in the middle of the week. 70. EMS Dean Takes National Post 2009-08-31 HARRISONBURG - Ervin R. Stutzman, vice-president of Eastern Mennonite University and dean of Eastern Mennonite Seminary, has accepted the position of executive director for Mennonite Church USA. 71. Lincoln Homestead Purchase Advances 2009-08-29 BRIDGEWATER - A plan to buy and fix a Rockingham County home linked to Abraham Lincoln is making progress. 72. Nomads No More 2009-08-29 For its first five years, Valley Church was clearly a church on the move: just not the kind of moving its leaders liked. 73. Keeping Cows Cozy 2009-08-27 HARRISONBURG - It bugs Nelson Eberly that he and his fellow dairy farmers don't get enough credit for taking care of their herds. 74. Valley Lutheran Clergy Split On Gays 2009-08-25 HARRISONBURG - Shenandoah Valley clergy differ on what they think last week's milestone vote on gay rights within the largest U.S. Lutheran denomination will mean over time. 75. Planting Seeds Of Knowledge 2009-08-25 HARRISONBURG - Credit an ancestor with planting a passion for gardening in Betsy Pazur. 76. Tent Shows Why Green Is Good 2009-08-24 HARRISONBURG - A show with an environmental theme of thrift returned to this year's Rockingham County Fair. 77. VMRC Preaching Fitness To Clergy 2009-08-24 HARRISONBURG - Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community is reaching out to help area clergy stay fit. 78. Town's Boil Order May End Today 2009-08-22 ELKTON - An order to boil public water in Elkton may come to an end today. On Friday, Town Manager Reid Wodicka said a boil advisory imposed 12 days ago by the Virginia Department of Health would be lifted sometime this afternoon. 79. WNLR Unveils New Upgrades, Programming 2009-08-21 A Christian radio station in Augusta County apparently heard its listeners. Responding to what its program director, Russ Whitesell, termed heavy demand by its audience for high-profile programs, radio station WNLR “New Life Radio” near Churchville began airing three new shows this week. 80. Reflecting On Hawaii's Past 2009-08-21 SHENANDOAH - Sidney Lam recalls that for her and others who called Hawaii home, the thrill of becoming America's last state 50 years ago today competed with annoyance. 81. Doobies Still Love The Stage 2009-08-20 HARRISONBURG - Tom Johnston says he and his fellow musicians with the Doobie Brothers earn their pay before they ever even get on stage. 82. Showing Off At The Fair 2009-08-19 HARRISONBURG - For five hours Tuesday, more than 40 youngsters put a year's worth of work on display at the 2009 Rockingham County Fair. 83. Valley Churches Band Together 2009-08-18 HARRISONBURG - On behalf of the Gospel - and unity among myriad denominations - the Valley Crusade for Christ is back. 84. Two EEE Cases Confirmed In Virginia 2009-08-14 HARRISONBURG - Officials for the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services have confirmed two new cases of Eastern equine encephalitis, both in the same part of Virginia as other recent cases. 85. Creative Curriculum 2009-08-14 HARRISONBURG - A summer camp at Muhlenberg Lutheran Church is helping children understand all kinds of art. 86. Not Just A ‘Spare Tire' 2009-08-12 CROSS KEYS - Olen B. Landes describes himself in the humblest of terms. 87. Demand For Fresh Produce Still Strong 2009-08-10 HARRISONBURG - A taste for home-grown food remains largely unaltered by an ailing economy, say state agricultural officials. And Shenandoah Valley growers agree. 88. Departed Donors Aid Church 2009-08-10 TIMBERVILLE - For almost 80 years, the congregation at Timberville Church of the Brethren put off fixing a church that, over time, badly needed it. 89. A New Way To Market 2009-08-08 BROADWAY - Steve Lohr has been in agriculture long enough to understand his profession's split personality. 90. Once Declining, Church Finds New Life 2009-08-08 HARRISONBURG — Randy Fauls recalls the state of his church five years ago as being nothing short of bleak. 91. Singing His Praise 2009-08-06 HARRISONBURG - Nick Carr is a high school athlete, while Amelia Jones plays tuba in the marching band. 92. EMHS Students ‘Discover' America 2009-08-04 HARRISONBURG - For nearly four weeks this summer, students at Eastern Mennonite High School caught a glimpse of their nation from a unique kind of field trip. 93. Campaign Aims To Douse Disease 2009-08-03 HARRISONBURG - Two trips to Virginia Firefighters' conventions left Joel Will emotionally tested. 94. Motorcyclist Injured In Crash 2009-08-01 HARRISONBURG - Virginia State Police are investigating a crash involving a Rockingham County woman on a motorcycle Friday evening in the northern end of the county. 95. Dire Times For Dairy Farms 2009-08-01 MOUNT CRAWFORD - Randy Inman knows what can happen to an area when farms fail. 96. I-81 Wreck Takes Out 3 Vehicles, Damages Dorm 2009-08-01 HARRISONBURG - Police say a car changing lanes triggered a three-vehicle collision on Interstate 81 Friday afternoon, ending with a tractor-trailer barreling across the median and into oncoming traffic before crashing into a James Madison University dormitory. 97. Celebrating The Word 2009-07-31 HARRISONBURG —Pat Valentine sees some of her best friends once a year. 98. ‘Fairing’ Well In Spite Of Economy 2009-07-30 HARRISONBURG - The 2009 Rockingham County Fair stands as proof that there's no better tonic for hard times than a healthy dose of community spirit. 99. Lawn Party Entertains, Benefits Grottoes Fire Department 2009-07-27 GROTTOES - Summer fun returns to Grottoes this week when the Grottoes Volunteer Fire Department Lawn Party begins Wednesday at Town Park. 100. 4-H'ers Adding ‘Help' To Club Values 2009-07-27 HARRISONBURG - The four symbolic leaves of the 4-H Club's emblem stand for head, hands, heart and health. 101. FFA Conference Teaches And Acquaints 2009-07-25 HARRISONBURG - At this year's Washington Leadership Conference, Will Callender discovered that his roommates from Kansas and Ohio run high-school cross country, while his roommate from Missouri shoots skeet for his high-school team. 102. House Fire Cause Unknown 2009-07-23 STANLEY - Fire investigators are still trying to find the cause of a blaze that heavily damaged a Stanley home Tuesday afternoon. 103. Taste Buds Get An Ethnic Sharpening 2009-07-22 HARRISONBURG - When Dave Miller launched his downtown restaurant 15 years ago, there were some dishes he literally couldn't give away. 104. Mexican Food At Home In The Valley 2009-07-22 HARRISONBURG - In 1996, Roberto Garcia's Mexican restaurant in Waynesboro was something of a rarity in the Shenandoah Valley. 105. Valley Clergy Split On Gays 2009-07-21 HARRISONBURG - Two Valley Episcopal priests expressed support for last week's decision by the national church not to stand in the way of the ordination of openly gay clergy. 106. A Third Way Forward 2009-07-16 HARRISONBURG - In tough financial times, a longstanding area Mennonite ministry hopes to persevere by adapting. 107. Unhealthy Idea? 2009-07-16 HARRISONBURG - A federal plan to ban many routine uses of antibiotics in livestock is meeting resistance in the Shenandoah Valley. 108. Data Show Suicide Rate Continues To Increase In Virginia 2009-07-14 HARRISONBURG - Families of suicide victims are often left to run one of life's cruelest marathons. "For many families, sudden death is unexpected and traumatic," said Dr. Frederick L. Fox, 67, a former orthopedic surgeon. 109. New Rector Has Global Vision For Emmanuel 2009-07-14 HARRISONBURG - Harrisonburg lies about 2,000 miles from Maracay, Venezuela, where the Rev. Daniel D. Robayo grew up. But, in some ways, the two localities might be neighbors. 110. Boy Recovering From Attack By Rabid Raccoon 2009-07-11 ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - The mother of a Rockingham County boy bitten by a rabid raccoon says that her injured son is coping with the frightful event. 111. Natural Attraction 2009-07-11 HARRISONBURG - With the help of Quinn Robinson, a crowd of eager children became fast friends with an opossum named Lilly, an owl called Gus and a snake dubbed Severus. 112. New Home For Valley Past 2009-07-09 LURAY - Officials at Luray Caverns say a new attraction there will uncover a dusty history of the Shenandoah Valley. 113. Mixed Reviews For Rural Development Head 2009-07-06 HARRISONBURG - The re-appointment of Virginia's director of Rural Development is getting mixed reviews from legislators in the Shenandoah Valley. 114. Parade To Hand Streets Over To Kids 2009-07-03 GROTTOES - For the second straight year, the town's Independence Day parade will feature a line of little feet. 115. Traffic Deaths: Trend Good, But Holiday's A Test 2009-07-03 HARRISONBURG - State police attribute a decline in traffic deaths in Virginia to an economy that is slowing travel as well as efforts by authorities that are slowing motorists. 116. Doctors, Police Prepare For Fireworks-Related Injuries 2009-07-02 HARRISONBURG - As an emergency physician, Dr. Eric Kramer has seen the darker side of Independence Day festivities sparked by fireworks. 117. 4-H Livestock Teams Place High At State 2009-06-30 A week after their organization's state congress, 4-H members made the 2009 State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest almost as memorable. 118. Belting Out A Good Book 2009-06-30 HARRISONBURG - As baseball players since their pre-school days, Brad Riddle and Garrett Parker are used to entertaining boisterous crowds. 119. Staying Safe No Accident 2009-06-29 HARRISONBURG - One look at a blackened pig's lung made a quick impression on Devontay Phillips. 120. Golf Program Tees Off 2009-06-29 HARRISONBURG - The father of Joe Louis Barrow Jr. earned fame in the boxing ring, but Joe Louis taught his son a different sport. 121. Rockingham County 4-H'ers Excel At State Congress 2009-06-27 HARRISONBURG - Rockingham County took one of its largest delegations ever to the most prominent 4-H event of the year, and that group returned home with a number of honors. 122. Valley Model Airplane Event Draws All Ages Of ‘Pilots' 2009-06-27 HARRISONBURG - Wayne Voyles governs the path of his Yak 54 model plane with a metal box that could be mistaken for a small radio. 123. EMU Professor To Moderate World Conference 2009-06-27 HARRISONBURG—Nancy R. Heisey, a professor of biblical studies and church history at Eastern Mennonite University, is heading to Paraguay to serve as moderator for a meeting of the General Council of the Mennonite World Conference, of which she is president. 124. Rockingham Native Continues Brethren Link With Nigeria 2009-06-23 HARRISONBURG - More than eight decades after his Church of the Brethren forefathers brought Christianity to Nigeria, and a year after his denomination reached its third century, Rockingham County native Ben Barlow took part in yet another of his faith's historic firsts. 125. FFA Youth Head To Tech For Conference 2009-06-22 HARRISONBURG - Michelle Wood has been going to the state FFA Convention for six straight years now, and she's hoping convention voters help her continue that streak. 126. Vacation Bible Service 2009-06-20 HARRISONBURG—Thursday night an army of children spent half an hour outside Muhlenberg Lutheran Church attacking a mess. 127. The Doctors Are ‘In' 2009-06-17 HARRISONBURG - Tuesday morning, 50 youngsters at Lucy F. Simms Education Center tested Garrett Parker's stamina. 128. ‘Smallest Big Church' Gets Bigger With ‘Gathering Area 2009-06-16 HARRISONBURG - Any talk about a recently enlarged Muhlenberg Lutheran Church is likely to make its pastor, the Rev. Dave Nelson, promote the facility's cozier characteristics. 129. Area Job-Training Programs Take Aim At Seniors, Young 2009-06-15 HARRISONBURG - Sadie Graves wants to work, and she's doing everything in her power to make that happen. 130. 89th 4-H Congress Promises Mix Of Fun, Friendship 2009-06-13 HARRISONBURG - For Robbie McCammon, the annual Virginia 4-H State Congress - which starts next week at Virginia Tech - has always been worth the trip. 131. New Ways To Reach Out 2009-06-12 HARRISONBURG—For two hours Sunday night, part of Linville United Methodist Church was transformed into a theater. 132. Pal Blazed The Trail In '84 Re-Enactment 2009-06-11 LURAY - When he takes to the road this weekend for a coast-to-coast drive, Dennis Fleming will be roughly following in a friend's tire tracks. 133. Driving Like It's 1909 2009-06-11 LURAY - The 1913 Model T Ford in Dennis Fleming's garage looks like it rolled right off its famed creator's assembly line. 134. Council: Grottoes Budget Makes Sense 2009-06-11 GROTTOES - Town Council approved Grottoes' fiscal 2010 budget Monday, with officials calling it a sensible plan in a time of fiscal constraints. 135. Valley Backs More Cuban Trade 2009-06-09 HARRISONBURG - The former chairman of the House Agriculture Committee supports stepped-up farm-related sales to Cuba - but only on terms tied to human rights in the Communist nation. 136. New Officer Brings Grottoes Squad To Full Strength 2009-06-08 GROTTOES - The newest member of the Grottoes Police Department needed only one look at the Shenandoah Valley to be persuaded to settle here. 137. 'Up To You And Me' 2009-06-04 BRIDGEWATER - With a cluster of excited children watching, Donna Barber strolled knee-deep into the upper part of the North River and gently poured 30 brook trout from a plastic bucket into the river\'s slightly chilly water. 138. A New Direction 2009-06-03 HARRISONBURG - Fixing up homes for the physically infirm, reaching out to special-needs youth and hosting a first-time football camp on a newly finished athletic field will be this summer's focus of the Massanetta Springs Camp and Conference Center. 139. Continuing Duty 2009-06-02 GROTTOES - A Rockingham County veteran is trying to make sure members of today's American armed forces aren't forgotten. 140. Loyalty Behind Weyers Cave Fire Squad's Longevity 2009-06-01 WEYERS CAVE - Jason Ball recalls the first piece of equipment that the Weyers Cave Fire Company bought: a 1948 Chevrolet John Bean high-pressure pumper. 141. Linville Church's Fair Targets Community 2009-05-30 LINVILLE - Brenda Miller and other members of Cherry Grove United Methodist Church are bringing the act of worship out into the open. 142. Cowboy Church Offers A New Way To Worship 2009-05-29 HARRISONBURG—Four years ago, Raymond Bell took his faith, friendliness and fancy for the West and formed a church. 143. Sowing Kids' Interest 2009-05-28 HARRISONBURG - For 15 rollicking minutes, Jim Culpepper taught a group of Rockingham County children more than they could ever have imagined learning about Christmas trees, including how surprisingly safe they are. 144. Rain, Rain Come Again 2009-05-27 HARRISONBURG - Rockingham County is wetter than it was this time last year, and the added moisture is making a difference, say area farmers. 145. Driver's Inspiring Story Sparked Movie 2009-05-26 HARRISONBURG - From his wheelchair atop a hill beside Ralph Sampson Park, Justin Yoder rooted wildly for his Harrisonburg cousins - Grace, 13, Joy, 12, and Max Driver, 10 - to win their soap-box derby heats. 146. Fast Family Fun 2009-05-26 HARRISONBURG - Despite their different ages, Kayle Kirby, Chris Leavel and Lauren Baugher have something in common: an upcoming trip to Ohio. 147. Holiday Events Listed 2009-05-23 HARRISONBURG - A number of events are planned in the area in observance of Memorial Day. 148. Conference Targets Women's Role On Farms, Ag Business 2009-05-21 WEYERS CAVE - A sense of domestic duty whispered to Jackie Lohr Wednesday that she should have been elsewhere. 149. Radio Host To Keynote ‘Salute To The Family' 2009-05-20 EDITOR'S NOTE: Previous versions of this story contained the incorrect date. The event takes place May 28 HARRISONBURG — Christian talk-show host Janet Parshall will serve as the keynote speaker for the eighth annual Shenandoah Valley 150. Moore Thrives On Reaching Out 2009-05-20 BRIDGEWATER - For as long as she can remember, Virginia Moore seldom had much time to take it easy. 151. Inner Strength Drives Matt Hulvey Toward Success 2009-05-20 BRIDGEWATER - An outgoing manner earned Matt Hulvey tons of respect at Turner Ashby High School. But Hulvey's inner strength has drawn just as much notice. 152. A Mighty Fortress 2009-05-16 BROADWAY - For sheer design, Houston Lynch's church reminds him of a classic hymn. 153. Extension Office: Cuts Won't Affect Service 2009-05-16 HARRISONBURG - A reduction in the number of extension agents serving Rockingham County should not hurt services much, say area officials for Virginia Cooperative Extension. 154. Honoring A Nation Born In Prayer 2009-05-13 HARRISONBURG - As a Christian and former congressman, Bob McEwen reveres America's spiritual roots. 155. Banquet To Honor 50-Year Marriages 2009-05-12 HARRISONBURG - Saluting strong marriages will be a focus of the Family Life Resource Center at its annual meeting. 156. Pilgrim's Eyes Life After Bankruptcy 2009-05-12 HARRISONBURG - A Pilgrim's Pride Corp. spokesman says the multinational producer of chicken products, which is operating under bankruptcy protection, is showing signs of weathering its current economic storm. 157. Couple Heralds Brethren Center's World ‘Embrace' 2009-05-11 BRIDGEWATER - R. Jan and Roma Jo Thompson have written a book about what they call one of America's best-kept secrets. 158. County Equestrians Place Second At National Meet 2009-05-09 HARRISONBURG - Rockingham County's equestrian team may be new, but it learns fast. 159. Fundraising For Global Disaster Relief 2009-05-09 HARRISONBURG—The 102 churches that compose the Shenandoah District of the Church of the Brethren are getting the opportunity to make a big difference next weekend. 160. Local Chapter Celebrates National Salvation Army Week 2009-05-08 HARRISONBURG - The Harrisonburg Salvation Army is using this year's National Salvation Army Week to give thanks and tours. 161. Poultry Industry Squawks About Litter Rules 2009-05-08 HARRISONBURG - A plan to more closely monitor agricultural use of poultry litter is ruffling feathers in the state's poultry trade. 162. Area Christian School Staff Shares Wisdom With Nigerians 2009-05-05 HARRISONBURG - Like the nearby church with which it shares most of its name, Cornerstone Christian School seeks to take the Gospel beyond the pulpit. 163. Church Marks Congregation's New Beginnings 2009-05-02 HARRISONBURG - Nine years ago, New Beginnings Church started meeting for Sunday worship in spare rooms of Turner Ashby High School. 164. Leadership Prayer Breakfast To Feature Bob McEwen 2009-05-01 HARRISONBURG—Organizers of the annual Leadership Prayer Breakfast are embrac-ing the community through their diverse outreach. 165. Book Barns Spotlight Agricultural Reading 2009-04-30 DAYTON - A plan to draw children to agriculture is taking shape at one in Rockingham County school. 166. Sweet Reward 2009-04-28 OTTOBINE - Before agreeing to compete in the National 4-H Cornbread Cook-Off, Brynn Kiser needed a nudge. 167. A Spirit Runs On 2009-04-27 HARRISONBURG - After her death in January, Sherry Anderson was remembered by friends and family alike as someone who made a positive impact on the lives of countless people. 168. State Urging Owners To Vaccinate Horses 2009-04-27 HARRISONBURG - The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is urging all horse owners in the state, who have not immunized their animals against West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis in the past six to 12 months, to do so. 169. Zoe's Garden 2009-04-27 HARRISONBURG - John Anglin's job at Comcast Cable typically focuses on bringing images to his customers' television screens. 170. Youth Flock To Poultry Confab 2009-04-25 HARRISONBURG - Carrie Shrout and teammates Allison Ruhlman, Jessica Hensley and Sierra Comer from Elkton Middle School awaited the verdict of the state 4-H-FFA poultry judging with tempered expectations. 171. Churches Come Together For Revival 2009-04-24 HARRISONBURG – A core of small churches in Rockingham County believe there’s strength in numbers. And to prove it, they’re planning one of Rockingham County’s grandest spiritual gatherings this year. 172. Downtown 5-K Will Honor Area Educator 2009-04-23 HARRISONBURG - A run-walk race this weekend to raise money for a scholarship will honor a beloved area educator, whose volunteer efforts on behalf of local students were, in the words of an associate, "unmatched." 173. The Great Indoors 2009-04-22 HARRISONBURG - The art of growing plants indoors is deeply rooted in James Showalter's past. 174. Organic Gardening Seminar Tuesday At County Building 2009-04-20 HARRISONBURG -The subject of organic gardening will be the focus of a meeting Tuesday at the Rockingham County Administration Building. 175. Seminary Set To Graduate 21 2009-04-20 HARRISONBURG - Eastern Mennonite Seminary will hold its 60th annual commencement Saturday at 3 p.m. in Lehman Auditorium on the campus of Eastern Mennonite University. 176. Where's The Beef? At The Expo 2009-04-18 HARRISONBURG - Between school, sports and this weekend's Virginia Beef Expo, Alissa Michael's schedule isn't just a full plate: it's a cup running over. 177. Grottoes Festival Counting On Agreeable Weekend Weather 2009-04-16 GROTTOES - Organizers of a springtime gala held each year to help finance the town's firefighters hope this week's weather will be kind to their efforts. 178. Annual Beef Expo Returns Under Financial Cloud 2009-04-16 HARRISONBURG - The Virginia Beef Expo turns 20 this year, but age may be one of the Expo's few rising numbers. 179. ‘Slugging' It Out 2009-04-15 HINTON - Dairyman D.J. Myers believes in going easy on his soil. The pampering comes at a price. 180. Anglican Bishop Visits City 2009-04-14 HARRISONBURG - Larry W. Johnson's love of history dovetails nicely with his biblical beliefs. 181. Area Churches Say ‘I Do' - Again 2009-04-13 HARRISONBURG - With urging from a local counseling center, churches in the Harrisonburg area are renewing what you might call an old marriage vow. 182. JMU Greeks Boost Nonprofits, Own Image With Weeklong Fest 2009-04-13 HARRISONBURG - James Madison University senior Michael Brown wants people to know that in the real world, fraternities and sororities bear little resemblance to the party dens depicted in "Animal House." 183. 'Fling' Gets Serious 2009-04-13 WEYERS CAVE - Typically, fun has been the sole ingredient in the annual Spring Fling at Blue Ridge Community College. 184. County Equestrians Make Nationals 2009-04-11 HARRISONBURG - Last year, Rockingham County's equestrian squad sent two of its riders to the Interscholastic Equestrian Association's national championships. 185. Those Playing Jesus Have Big Shoes To Fill 2009-04-10 HARRISONBURG—Understandably, for those who take the job, playing Jesus on stage leaves large shoes to fill. 186. Eastern Mennonite Classes Plant Food, Knowledge 2009-04-09 HARRISONBURG - Eastern Mennonite University is using gardens near and on campus to serve as a source of food and education for its students. 187. Auction Had Growing Pains 2009-04-08 MONTEZUMA - The path that the Shenandoah Valley Produce Auction took to the level of success it enjoys now was not without some bumps. 188. Cold Start Can't Cool Auction Fever 2009-04-08 MONTEZUMA - Springtime greeted the year's first Shenandoah Valley Produce Auction in name only. 189. 4-H'ers Make State Horse Judging Team 2009-04-07 HARRISONBURG - Two members of the Rockingham County 4-H Horse Judging teams earned places on this year's Virginia 4-H State Horse Judging team. 190. A Bit Of Cuba In The Valley 2009-04-07 HARRISONBURG - Less than five years after fleeing Cuba, Nicasio Artiles is putting his acquired freedom to a test: more precisely, a taste test. 191. Spotswood Grad Takes Over State Dairy Position 2009-04-04 BRIDGEWATER - Eric Paulson insists that he is, finally, where he long sought to be. 192. Taking Up The Cross 2009-04-03 HARRISONBURG—Several years ago, Jennifer Ulrich spontaneously offered the city’s annual Stations of the Cross production her helping hands. 193. Volunteer Farm Eyes More Help 2009-04-03 The Volunteer Farm of Shenandoah County is looking for more weekday help for its spring planting. 194. Connecting Vertically 2009-04-02 HARRISONBURG - When they began their Vertical Connections ministry fours ago, Glenn and Melissa Adams had one main focus: the divorced. 195. Passing Winter's Test 2009-03-31 HARRISONBURG - Officials for the Downtown Harrisonburg Farmers' Market called its first winter edition of the local produce bazaar a 196. Bridging Gaps Theme Of Jewish Film Fest 2009-03-30 HARRISONBURG - Officials for the second Staunton Jewish Film Festival say the three-day event is more than just the screening of five individual films. The festival and the movies it shows are linked with a singular purpose: to increase understanding among different and often very diverse cultures. 197. Marching Toward Success 2009-03-30 HARRISONBURG - Selling Usman Aslam on Harrisonburg High School's Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps was easy. 198. Local Man Markets Pieces Of ‘Pi' 2009-03-28 HARRISONBURG - Myron Brubaker has an idea that at the very least is a fun and unique way of combining such backyard pursuits as golf and croquet. 199. Theater + Dinner = One Tasty Church Fundraiser 2009-03-27 WEYERS CAVE—Four years ago, the congregation at Pleasant Valley Church of the Brethren took a new approach to funding missions. 200. Valley Post Offices To Hold Passport Fairs Saturday 2009-03-27 HARRISONBURG - Two towns in Rockingham County are among four communities in the Shenandoah Valley selected by the U.S. Postal Service to host passport fairs Saturday. 201. Police, Truckers Join Forces 2009-03-27 WEYERS CAVE - Virginia State Trooper N.L. Lomasney won't soon forget the white pickup truck that nearly took his life two weeks ago. 202. Poultry Exports Take Wing 2009-03-25 Valley poultry is a key reason why Virginia agriculture exports remain strong, say area farm officials. 203. New Store Construction Flies In Face Of Recession 2009-03-25 HARRISONBURG - The construction of a Dollar General store in Grottoes is a reflection of the way that dollar-based retailers continue to thrive in tough times, say economic specialists. 204. Angus Show Draws 390 Entries 2009-03-21 HARRISONBURG - Minutes before leading his 16-month-old steer, Luigi, into the ring at Rockingham Fairgrounds, Freddy Frey stood outside the showroom trying to perfect the animal's posture. 205. Valley Churches Mirror National Trend: Fewer People Attending Church 2009-03-20 HARRISONBURG—To assess the state of religion in the U.S., the Rev. Ted Schulz feels he only need look across the Atlantic. 206. Farm Safety Day Targets Potential Farmers Of All Ages 2009-03-20 HARRISONBURG - The day before he attended Home and Farm Safety Day, Charlie Branner tested his own watchful skills. 207. Wing And A Prayer: Pastor Relives Narrow Escape From Crash 2009-03-19 HARRISONBURG - Rocky Miller's last memory of his plane sinking into the sea was the splash. "I remember the spray of the water coming over the aircraft," Miller said. 208. 4-H Summer Camp Seeks Donations 2009-03-17 HARRISONBURG - The Rockingham County 4-H program wants to send more kids to its annual summer camp, but needs some help to do it. 209. Town To Create Economic Plan 2009-03-17 NEW MARKET - A New Market business leader says any plan to chart the town's economic future must take into account the community's struggling small businesses. 210. EMHS Students To Take Part In Wilson Forum 2009-03-16 Students from Eastern Mennonite High School will join pupils from other area schools at the 2009 Woodrow Wilson Forum this week in Weyers Cave. 211. Seminar Aims To Help Farmers Manage Risks 2009-03-16 HARRISONBURG - Virginia Cooperative Extension is working to help farmers keep costs down in hard times. 212. Dodson Remembered For Fairness, Warmth 2009-03-16 HARRISONBURG - When friends and family think of Ray Mitchell Dodson, they can't help but think of another popular lawman: television's Andy Griffith. 213. Club Takes Aim At City Blight 2009-03-16 HARRISONBURG - For Ben Hill, the writing on the wall of a business near Roses store was nothing new. 214. Police: Shooting Suspect Arrested 2009-03-14 HARRISONBURG - Police say they believe that a Newport News man arrested Thursday was involved in an August 2007 shooting, which investigators called gang and drug related. 215. Judge ‘Humbled' By Appointment 2009-03-14 HARRISONBURG - His new post in Rockingham County's new 26th General District Judge left Richard Allen Claybrook Jr. predictably modest. 216. Park View Mennonite Hosts Weekly Taíze Services For Lent 2009-03-13 HARRISONBURG—Park View Mennonite has a new focus this Lenten season — weekly Taíze services. 217. DVD Seeks To Promote Tourism In Harrisonburg, County 2009-03-13 HARRISONBURG - Harrisonburg Tourism and Visitor Services and several area groups are partnering on a video project to promote tourism in the city and Rockingham County. 218. Where's The Beef? Possibly, In Co-Ops 2009-03-12 MOUNT CRAWFORD - A little more than two decades ago, beef-cattle farmers Doc and Connie Hatfield were drowning in red ink. 219. Students Make Time To Help 2009-03-07 HARRISONBURG - For Derek Chaudhuri, the look from a woman to whom he handed a paper bag packed with goodies seemed fresh from a credit card commercial. 220. Wizards’ Star Makes Basketball A Tool Of Faith 2009-03-06 HARRISONBURG—John Dadzie found faith even later than he did the game of basketball. 221. Valley To Hold Events To Remember Holocaust 2009-03-06 HARRISONBURG - Several area events connected to the Holocaust and other events from World War II will be held over the next few weeks in the Shenandoah Valley. 222. Passing The Torch 2009-03-05 BRIDGEWATER - When he took the helm of the Virginia State Dairymen's Association, Dale Allan Gardner brought his late dad's energy with him. It was a good thing, because Gardner found lots of work awaiting him. 223. Local Student Reaches Ag's ‘Final Four' 2009-03-02 HARRISONBURG -- A Virginia Tech senior from Weyers Cave made it her mission to reach at least the "Final Four" at this year's American Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Conference competition. 224. Majority Of State's Farmers Part-Time 2009-03-02 HARRISONBURG - Farmers and legislators from the Shenandoah Valley attribute a shift from full-time to part-time farming in Virginia to household needs for more cash. 225. Drought Leaves Farmers In Doubt 2009-02-28 HARRISONBURG - The smidgen of rain that sprinkled Adam Ritchie's farm Friday morning was comforting, if not terribly reassuring. 226. Bobby Bowden To Speak To Christian Athletes 2009-02-27 HARRISONBURG—Ten years after watching Bobby Bowden lead Florida State’s football team to a national title, Clayton Justice still recalls Bowden’s calm in the storm of that climactic game. 227. Farm Deaths Drop in Valley, State 2009-02-26 HARRISONBURG - When it comes to learning from the tragedies of others, Art Mitchell thinks farmers in the Shenandoah Valley are getting the message. 228. United In Taste 2009-02-26 HARRISONBURG - A bright, burgundy apple in Ruth Glick's hand displayed part of the appeal of Friday's showcase by local produce farmers. 229. Good Food Movement Gains Momentum 2009-02-24 HARRISONBURG - Shenandoah Valley farmers have seen the demand for locally raised farm products increase in recent months. 230. Fairgrounds' Safety Camp To Focus On Tractors, Youngest Farmers 2009-02-23 ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Art Mitchell hopes a national effort to highlight farm safety next month will carry over into the upcoming spring planting season here in the Shenandoah Valley. 231. Artist Giving Back To Vets 2009-02-21 HARRISONBURG - Years ago, Clayton D. Murwin tried unsuccessfully to serve his country. Seeking to enlist in the U.S. Army, Murwin failed the physical. 232. Outdoors Shows Top Area Weekend Events 2009-02-19 HARRISONBURG - Enthusiasts of guns and hunting can target their interests at two venues this weekend. 233. Seeing Results In First Person 2009-02-17 HARRISONBURG - Like most people who help with the work of Operation Christmas Child, Kim Wilkins typically witnesses the fruits of her labors to a point: where gift boxes gathered for distribution abroad leave the U.S. 234. Jittery Dairy, Beef Farmers Hope For Quick Fiscal Turnaround 2009-02-16 HARRISONBURG - The 2009 Virginia State Dairymen's Association and Virginia Cattlemen's Association Conference joined two kinds of farming with one common interest: to stay afloat financially. 235. A Time To Serve 2009-02-13 236. Area Skaters Will Compete In Roanoke 2009-02-11 HARRISONBURG - Seven months after members of their team competed in a national meet, a squad of area speed roller skaters again will test its skills against skaters from all over the nation. 237. Hutchison ‘Loved' Announcing, People 2009-02-10 HARRISONBURG - Garland M. Hutchison's love for horse shows, and the part he played in them, resonated well beyond his microphone. 238. Cattle-Dairy Conference Unites Industries 2009-02-10 HARRISONBURG - Two groups with similar goals in agriculture will meet this week in Roanoke. 239. Locally Grown Food Highlight Of Upcoming Showcase 2009-02-09 HARRISONBURG - The third annual February Fest and Local Food Showcase, set for Feb. 20 at Lucy F. Simms Continuing Education Center, 620 Simms Ave., will promote food grown on area farms. 240. Habitat Founder's Work Felt In Valley 2009-02-07 HARRISONBURG - To those who knew him, Millard Fuller was many things: from inspiring to tireless. 241. Teen Challenge Fights Addiction In Valley 2009-02-06 HARRISONBURG—Justin Franich figures that, without Teen Challenge, he’d be in one of two places: jail or the ground. 242. Spreading Word On No-Till Farming 2009-02-05 HARRISONBURG - Like the corn he grows, Leroy Heatwole was raised on no-till farming. 243. Poultry Growers, Producers Face ‘Hard Time' 2009-02-03 HARRISONBURG - Although David Hughes can now cherish cheaper gas and corn, neither savings has offset financially contrasting trends for him and other poultry farmers. 244. Young Farmers From Area Garner Awards 2009-02-03 ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - The 59th Annual Young Farmers of Virginia Convention honored several people from Rockingham County. 245. Creature Comfort 2009-02-03 LURAY - The jaws of a crocodile welcome visitors into the Luray Zoo, and the open-mouthed green ceramic host gives guests a hint as to what awaits behind the door. 246. Artifacts Tell Stories Of Region's Past 2009-02-02 MOUNTAIN VALLEY - Tools unearthed in the Shenandoah Valley tell much about how the region's earlier inhabitants lived, say area archaeologists and aficionados of Valley history. 247. Relishing Relics 2009-02-02 MOUNTAIN VALLEY - Gene Driver's fancy for artifacts began 38 years ago, during his early days as a sixth-grade teacher in Broadway. 248. New Pastor Aims To Rebuild Youth Ranks 2009-01-30 LINVILLE – When Brian Posey became pastor at Linville United Methodist Church four months ago, members of the church approached him with an urgent plea. 249. Artifacts Allow Lookers Peek Into Valley's Past 2009-01-30 HARRISONBURG - Folks with an interest in implements from the Shenandoah Valley's history will have a chance to share their passion this weekend at a gathering designed to teach the public more about the region's past. 250. Legislators, Farmers To Meet This Week 2009-01-26 HARRISONBURG - Farmers from the central Valley and across the commonwealth will discuss land-use laws and other key agricultural issues with state lawmakers in Richmond on Tuesday. 251. Lawmaker Eyes Land Rights Amendment 2009-01-26 HARRISONBURG - The rights of landowners in the Shenandoah Valley and other parts of Virginia are on the line, say area legislators. 252. Winter Bugs Are Back 2009-01-24 HARRISONBURG - The bugs that love winter are back. Influenza appears to be slowly creeping back into the bodies of area residents. 253. BC Group Lends Aid During Quake 2009-01-24 BRIDGEWATER - On a trip to Costa Rica to study language and culture, 12 Bridgewater College students received a startling pop quiz in Earth science. 254. Young Church Rediscovers Hebrew Roots 2009-01-23 HARRISONBURG-Freda McCarthy has learned to live with tangled interpretations of her church. 255. Dairy Farmers Milking Assets In Hard Times 2009-01-22 MOUNT CRAWFORD - As his industry faces one of its toughest times ever, Jason Jordan is doing all he can to make sure that the milk his cows make earns him more than just a drop in the bucket. 256. Speaker: King's Word Live's On Today 2009-01-21 HARRISONBURG - The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. may be gone, but his challenging words live on in today's world, says Regina Shands Stoltzfus. 257. Valley Well-Represented At Farm Convention 2009-01-19 HARRISONBURG - The most appealing part of the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention, says Janet Kline, is seeing how different people share common roots. 258. Economist: Changing Times Mean Livestock Owners Must Adapt 2009-01-15 MOUNT CRAWFORD - As Harlan Hughes sees it, there is a growing sense of urgency shaping the future of forage and beef: specifically, a tug-of-war for corn. 259. For Local Mennonite Couple, Ethiopia's Future Looks Bright 2009-01-14 HARRISONBURG - The Ethiopians Jim Engle knows have outlooks as bright as their nation's sunniest summers. 260. Sharing A Struggle 2009-01-14 HARRISONBURG - For almost a decade, Earl Clarke has shamelessly shared details of his addiction with every responsive ear in the area. 261. Payoff For Youth Goes Beyond The Financial 2009-01-12 BRIDGEWATER - Rewards earned by youngsters who raise farm animals for shows and sales surpass any material payoff they may see, say supporters of such projects. 262. For These Heifers, A Lifetime Pardon 2009-01-12 BRIDGEWATER - Thanks to a program formed by area beef farmers, the parting at market of youngsters and beef cattle they've raised is more than just sweet sorrow. 263. Rockingham County Couple Bringing Ministry To Mexico 2009-01-10 HARRISONBURG - At Eastern Mennonite University, Abby Huffman studied Spanish. In her next job, Huffman will have plenty of chances to use the language. 264. Religion Calendar 2009-01-09 SATURDAY »FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 611 Broad St., will hold its annual quarterly meeting at 10 a.m. The 2008 items will be closed out and 2009 business will be discussed. All members are asked to be present. 265. Wrapping Up A Better Christmas Present 2009-01-09 BRIDGEWATER—In six years as a student at Blue Ridge Christian School, Maddy Barker has packed her share of shoeboxes. 266. Not Necessarily A Costly Pursuit 2009-01-07 HARRISONBURG - Like other freewheeling activities, roller skating has changed. But even in an age of advanced mechanics, you don't have to be a high roller to become an enthusiast. 267. A Rolling Good Time 2009-01-07 HARRISONBURG - When Callum Wills and his family moved here four years ago from northwestern England, he used his feet for something other than roller skating. 268. Northern Parallel 2009-01-05 NEW MARKET - When Broadway native Raymond Phillips first came to Alaska, he planned to stay 18 months for the balance of a military tour. 269. Area Lawmakers Cast Wary Eye On Obama Ag Secretary Pick 2009-01-03 HARRISONBURG - Legislators in the Shenandoah Valley say President-elect Barack Obama's pick for secretary of agriculture, former Iowa Gov. Tom Vilsack, could pose a problem for farmers in the region, especially given the Midwesterner's stand on ethanol-based fuels. 270. Hard Times Hit City's Public Radio Stations 2008-12-31 HARRISONBURG - Tom DuVal says his radio stations take pride in giving their listeners news they can use. 271. Program Helps Divorced Couples Find New Ways Of Parenting 2008-12-29 HARRISONBURG - At the Family Life Resource Center, an educational program is under way to keep a bad situation from getting worse. 272. Sounds Of The Season 2008-12-19 HARRISONBURG - This year, Janet Cooley's best-laid plan for a cantata at her church went astray. 273. FFA Students Host Counterparts From Japan 2008-12-18 HARRISONBURG - One of his first peeks at American culture included a glimpse of TV that made sports fan Shohei Shinden feel right at home. 274. The Shirt Off Your Back 2008-12-17 HARRISONBURG - At Trinity Presbyterian Church, a biblical verse thrives through a ministry that genuinely practices what it preaches. 275. Charity Makes Gains Despite U.S. Economic Woes 2008-12-16 HARRISONBURG - Collections for this year's Operation Christmas Child campaign in the Shenandoah Valley have topped the total raised in last year's event, organizers say. 276. Legislators Vow Aid To Farmers 2008-12-15 HARRISONBURG - After months of work, and with their goals set, officials with the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation have one last task before them: to convince fiscally cautious state legislators that the needs of the commonwealth's farmers are worth addressing. 277. Farmers Meet With Legislators Tonight 2008-12-15 HARRISONBURG - Before they travel to Richmond for next month's Virginia General Assembly, members of the state Farm Bureau Federation will meet with legislators to pitch their vocation's key needs. 278. County's Avian Bowl Team Near Top In U.S. 2008-12-09 HARRISONBURG - The way Caroline Reid sees it, Rockingham County's 4-H Avian Bowl team owes its success to friendship, hard work and a woman named Jackie Lohr. 279. Kline Top Farm Woman 2008-12-08 LINVILLE - Janet Kline's father gave her a most useful piece of advice when it came to farming: enjoy yourself. 280. Farmers Look Ahead 2008-12-08 HARRISONBURG - More than 20 years of attending the annual Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Convention has only served as a reminder to Chuck Ahrend that the commonwealth's best-known agricultural gathering values its profession's future as much as its past. 281. Religion Calendar 2008-12-06 SATURDAY »BLUE RIDGE MINISTRIES, INC., will host “Advent: The Word Made Flesh” from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Hochstedler’s Retreat in Harrisonburg. The retreat is limited to 12 participants. Cost is $35 per person; $10 for students, scholarships available. 560-1605 or blueridgeministries@yahoo.com. 282. Gubernatorial Foes Offer Views On Farm Policy 2008-12-05 HOT SPRINGS - Bob McDonnell, Brian Moran and Creigh Deeds may be political foes for next year's governor's race, but all three candidates insist they're fighting for farmers across the state. 283. Annual Farm Bureau Convention Chance To Meet, Learn 2008-12-03 HOT SPRINGS - For Rockingham County farmers like Steve Saufley, a huge attraction of the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation is the fellowship. 284. Rockingham County Fair Survey Now Lists Ticket Prices 2008-12-02 HARRISONBURG - In its search for headliners and other acts - along with a sense of who fairgoers would like to see - the Rockingham County Fair is reaching out to its customers. 285. Broadway Auctioneer Earns Spot In World Livestock Finals 2008-12-01 BROADWAY - For nearly 25 years, Jeff Showalter has made a living with his mouth. Next summer, Showalter will try to turn his gift for gab into a prize. 286. County To Help Fund 4-H Positions 2008-11-29 HARRISONBURG - The Rockingham County Extension Office hopes the Rockingham County Board of Supervisors can help pick up some of the funding lost in the recent state budget cuts. 287. Religion Calendar 2008-11-28 SUNDAY »ANTIOCH UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 4107 Fort Lynne Road, will hold a Hanging of the Greens service. A covered dish dinner will be served at 4 p.m., followed by the church service. 288. Land Conservation Will Head Talk At Convention 2008-11-26 Conservation and care of farmland are issues agricultural industry officials expect to receive substantial attention at next week's 83rd annual Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Convention at The Homestead in Hot Springs. 289. Development Rights Bill Aims To Save Farmland 2008-11-26 HARRISONBURG - Members of a state legislative panel formed to create a program to expedite the voluntary transfer of development rights say their plan will save farmland and regulate urban growth. 290. Community Holiday Service To Feature Prominent Pastor 2008-11-25 HARRISONBURG - The Rev. Angie B. Williams, a prominent local pastor and author, will be the featured speaker at a community Thanksgiving Eve service at First Presbyterian Church on Court Square. 291. Pilgrim's Announces Job Cuts 2008-11-22 HARRISONBURG - Pilgrim's Pride will cut more than 300 jobs nationwide as it wrestles with the sluggish economy, the company announced in a statement Friday. 292. Coming Together To Give Thanks 2008-11-22 Three years ago, a trip to the Gulf of Mexico inspired Karin King and Kay Kibler to help at home. 293. Salad Days May Be Waning For Valley Beef Farmers 2008-11-21 As owners of beef cattle are being reminded, good times don't last forever. After enjoying several years of good prices for their product, beef producers are starting to see at least a temporary end to their profession's salad days. 294. It's ‘Not The Tiger's Fault' 2008-11-20 LURAY - Four days after a tiger at a local zoo bit a teenage employee, owners of the zoo called the girl's decision to touch the tiger 295. Tiger Attacks Guide At Zoo 2008-11-18 LURAY - The victim of a tiger attack at a zoo just east of Luray on Sunday was a young female employee who was showing the animal to a group of visitors, Page County investigators say. 296. County To Host Fed Farm Grant Workshop 2008-11-18 HARRISONBURG - Rockingham County will host one of five workshops next month to help Virginia farmers apply for federal grants to improve their operations. 297. Oh, Deer: Fender Benders Fall's Rut 2008-11-17 HARRISONBURG - As part of the city's deer task force, Maj. Malcolm Wilfong knows that crashes involving deer and automobiles can be nasty. 298. Religion Calendar 2008-11-15 SATURDAY »FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH, 1310 Garber's Church Road, will host a benefit concert for the family of Sandra Shipe at 6 p.m. Music will be provided by the Blue Rose Bluegrass Band, Bill Kite and Bennie Roach. Food will be available at 4:30 p.m. A freewill offering will be accepted. 299. Hard Times Test Faith-Based Groups 2008-11-15 BERGTON — For six months, the Community Ministry Food Pantry at the Bergton Recreation Center has filled a vital need for portions of the Shenandoah Valley's famished folk. 300. Alternative Christmas Fair, JMU Frat Will Give To Many 2008-11-13 BRIDGEWATER - This Christmas season, local college students will make it easy to help those who are in need. 301. Tuning In To The World 2008-11-13 HARRISONBURG - Eleven-month-old Chase Cole Beppler gets most of his name from two players on the 2008 World Series champion Philadelphia Phillies - second baseman Chase Utley and pitcher Cole Hamels. 302. Exhibit Follows Church's Journey From Schwarzenau To Bridgewater 2008-11-11 BRIDGEWATER - For the next nine months, visitors to Bridgewater College may see the history of the Church of the Brethren unfold before their eyes. 303. Service To Focus On Persecuted Christians 2008-11-10 HARRISONBURG - Words that he spoke to his congregation at First Presbyterian Church on Court Square earlier this year came back to the Rev. John Sloop recently. 304. A ‘Break' From The Ordinary 2008-11-10 BROADWAY - The wooden ramp that students from James Madison University built for a home just south of town on Saturday did more than help a disabled person. The work helped those who constructed it learn more about life outside their school. 305. A LEAP Of Faith: Group Aids Colombian Church 2008-11-08 HARRISONBURG - Youth involved in a leadership program at Eastern Mennonite Seminary are returning the kindness shown to them by a South American church they visited this summer. 306. Religion Calendar 2008-11-08 SATURDAY »BETHEL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, corner of Bethel Church and East Point roads, Elkton, will hold its annual holiday bazaar from 8 a.m.-noon. Country breakfast and light lunch will be served. Gifts, handicrafts and Christmas Corner featured. 307. Call-A-Story Listeners Are All Ears For The Gospel 2008-11-08 FULKS RUN—Thanks to partnering churches in northwestern Rockingham County, learning about the Bible no longer means reading a book. 308. The Secret Pains Of Flora? Seminar Will Target Plant Stress 2008-11-07 HARRISONBURG - A chemistry professor at Eastern Mennonite University will share research in the field of plant stress and its effect on humans at the next Suter Science Seminar at Eastern Mennonite University's Suter Science Center. 309. Programs Aid Children, Seniors 2008-11-07 HARRISONBURG - When Mary Beth Anderson's daughter has a birthday, children abroad have something to celebrate. 310. Local Kurds Know The Ballot's Value 2008-11-06 HARRISONBURG - In Iraq, Yunis Haji's voice in government carried as far as his region's borders. 311. Rockingham County Voters Strike Down Meals Tax 2008-11-05 HARRISONBURG - A tax on restaurant meals that would have helped fund public education in Rockingham County lost soundly at the polls on Tuesday. 312. Volunteer Farm Doubles Harvest 2008-11-03 WOODSTOCK - The Volunteer Farm harvested more than 35 tons of produce this year, giving the nonprofit farm a five-year total of almost a quarter million pounds. 313. An Ornamental Display 2008-11-03 ELKTON - This year, when town residents hear the classic holiday song 314. Beef Chief Broadens Students Scope 2008-11-01 HARRISONBURG - According to Andy Groseta, a bond between America's beef trade and youth is invaluable. 315. Religion Calendar 2008-11-01 SATURDAY »LIFE HARVEST CHURCH, 42 Laurel Hill Road, Verona, will hold its "everything's free" indoor yard sale from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free refreshments. Those interested can donate yard sale items in good condition. Bring items to be donated to the church, located next to Fisher Auto Parts in Verona. 828-3837. 316. ‘Family, Foods and Fun' 2008-10-31 HARRISONBURG - Once a week, for about a month at Keister Elementary School, Josh Wilson spent afternoons after school applying his creativity to art and apples. 317. New Young Life Camps Meet Special Needs And Interests 2008-10-29 HARRISONBURG - Pete Hardesty wants his youth ministry to mirror its biblical roots. "I think this program is indicative of the kingdom of God," said Hardesty, area director for Young Life of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. 318. Fodder For Thought 2008-10-29 McGAHEYSVILLE - Augusta County extension agent Brian Jones has advice for farmers tempted to market the remains of their crops after harvest: leave your fodder alone. 319. Fairs Get Their Due In New Book 2008-10-28 HARRISONBURG - The co-author of a book on the history and appeal of county fairs in America says Rockingham County's annual event is representative of the deep sense of history, tradition and hospitality that are a hallmark of fairs across the U.S. 320. Farmers Brace For Budget Ax 2008-10-27 HARRISONBURG - Farmers in the Shenandoah Valley will likely feel the effect of state budget cuts just as harshly as their counterparts across the state, say state legislators and industry officials. 321. Welcome To ‘Scare'issonburg 2008-10-27 HARRISONBURG - Halloween may still be a few days off, but on Saturday afternoon, hundreds of masquerading tykes got their fill of candy, bats and ogres. 322. The Trueman Show 2008-10-25 HARRISONBURG - Terry Trueman may write fiction but, to Jess Sangabriel and her friends at Harrisonburg High School, Trueman is a man of facts. 323. Religion Calendar 2008-10-25 SATURDAY »CAPLINGERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Criders, will host a soup and sandwich supper and indoor yard sale from 4-7 p.m. at the Bergton Recreation Center, 17784 Criders Road. Church cookbooks will be sold. (540) 852-3249. 324. Men Join Voices In Festival Of Praise 2008-10-25 HARRISONBURG — Twelve men’s vocal ensembles will perform at 4 p.m. Sunday at the seventh annual Festival of Praise at Eastern Mennonite High School auditorium. 325. Cemetery Tour Will Highlight Church Anniversary 2008-10-25 MOSSY CREEK – The congregation at Mossy Creek Presbyterian Church is hosting a program meant to literally bring its history to life. 326. More FFA Contests Eyed For Middle Schoolers 2008-10-20 LACEY SPRING - A movement to expand the scope of national FFA competitions could help boost the number of middle school students involved in the agriculture-based program, a local educator involved with the program says. 327. Community Colleges' Role In Fighting Hunger Rises 2008-10-18 WEYERS CAVE - The role Blue Ridge Community College is taking to fight hunger makes sense, says one school official. 328. Valley Hunger No Academic Exercise 2008-10-18 WEYERS CAVE - For reasons he recalls too well, John A. Downey takes hunger personally. Growing up in Syracuse, N.Y., Downey saw his father's job as a telephone-pole repairman interrupted by a strike. 329. Religion Calendar 2008-10-18 SATURDAY »BROADWAY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 107 E. Lee St., will hold a food and bake sale from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. during the Broadway Fall Festival. Items for sale include hot cinnamon rolls, apple dumplings, other baked goods, soup, ham potpie, coffee, drinks and select yard sale items. 330. Area Churches Expand Children’s Ministries 2008-10-18 HARRISONBURG – A ministry born in a trailer park will soon use school buildings to teach youngsters about the Gospel. 331. Town's History Comes Alive In Play 2008-10-17 ELKTON - Once a week, for more than a month, Richard A. Claybrook Jr. has driven nearly half an hour for the chance to travel more than three centuries into the past. 332. Choosing A Journey 2008-10-16 HARRISONBURG - Karmen Eby came to Eastern Mennonite University with more than a casual interest in mission work. 333. Pumpkin Sales Healthy 2008-10-16 WEYERS CAVE - For the first few weeks of autumn, the only things falling at Jeff Phillips' pumpkin farm were sales, not leaves. 334. EMU To Hold Autumn Mission, Service Days 2008-10-14 HARRISONBURG - Eastern Mennonite University will hold its fall Mission and Service Days on Wednesday and Thursday. 335. Religion Calendar 2008-10-11 SATURDAY »AUGUSTA STONE CHURCH, Fort Defiance, will hold its annual fall festival from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. There will be Brunswick stew, breakfast items, silent auction, bake sale, vendor yard sales, live entertainment from 10 a.m.-noon, a talent show from noon-1 p.m., a hot dog stand and a cornhole tournament. Proceeds will benefit local missions including the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank. (540) 248-2634. 336. John Wesley UMC Pastor Part Of History 2008-10-11 HARRISONBURG—The Rev. Wilma H. White's presence at John Wesley United Methodist Church attests to the fact that, in more than one way, opposites attract. 337. Bale-Out Plan 2008-10-09 LURAY - Jerry P. Turner takes pride in what he sees as an unwritten pact among farmers and others in the agricultural community. 338. County Equestrians Among Best In Va. 2008-10-08 HARRISONBURG - For Brittany Freeze and her Bit and Bridle 4-H Club teammates, the 2008 State 4-H Horse Show was as much about ties as ribbons. 339. Teaching To Forgive 2008-10-08 HARRISONBURG - Eastern Mennonite University will hold a forum on forgiveness Friday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in Lehman Auditorium. 340. New Farmers Market Site Nears Completion 2008-10-08 HARRISONBURG - A new pavilion for the Downtown Harrisonburg Farmers' Market is close to completion, but may not be ready in time for the facility's scheduled grand opening later this month. 341. 4-H ‘Fun Day' Will Share New Cultures With Youth 2008-10-07 HARRISONBURG - Exploring cultures inside and outside the United States will be the theme of an upcoming 4-H program in Rockingham County. 342. Study Touts Farming's Impact 2008-10-06 The state secretary of agriculture's office initiated the report, which was led by officials with the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. 343. ‘It's Like Home' 2008-10-04 BROADWAY - For nearly a quarter of a century, the Broadway Diner has functioned as an entrance and exit to Harvey Alger's days. 344. Religion Calendar 2008-10-04 SATURDAY »FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER will host a benefit for Judy Hammer at 6 p.m. at the Elkton VFW, U.S. 33 West of Elkton. Music will be provided by Little Joe and Hartstrings and other groups. Food and drink will be available. A freewill offering will be collected to help with medical expenses. 234-6234. 345. Area Singers Make Their Mark In Country Gospel World 2008-10-04 HARRISONBURG—Take two kinds of music, add three singers, season with a pinch of hardship and let cool a few years. What's left resembles a recipe for an up-and-coming country gospel band. 346. JMU, City Gears Up For Family Weekend 2008-10-03 HARRISONBURG - For officials at James Madison University, an invasion by students' families should be no different from any other big weekend at the school. 347. ‘No Jesus' Rule Causes Stir 2008-10-01 HARRISONBURG - A decision by the head of the Virginia State Police to ban religious references by the agency's chaplains has caused a furor among conservative legislators, including those in the central Valley. 348. Pilgrim's Woes Won't Hit Area, Yet 2008-09-27 HARRISONBURG - The financial troubles of Pilgrim's Pride Corp. won't hurt the company's Broadway plant, says one official for the poultry giant. 349. Religion Calendar 2008-09-27 SATURDAY »BETHEL-KEEZLETOWN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, corner of Armentrout Path and Mountain Valley Road, will hold its second annual lawn festival and car, truck, tractor and motorcycle show from noon-6 p.m. Music will be provided by Adoration and Mountain Hollar Bluegrass. Food, yard and bake sale. Plaques awarded to the first 100 entries in show. 350. Golden Bounty 2008-09-27 Twelve acres of farmland near Greenmount Church of the Brethren just north of Harrisonburg was once part of Theresa and Carlton Bailey’s dairy farm. This year, that tract grew food to help some of the world’s hungry. 351. VAIL - 20 Years And Helping 2008-09-26 HARRISONBURG - Stories of lives changed by incapacity brought tears to the eyes of several speakers recounting those tales at First Presbyterian Church on Thursday. 352. Harrisonburg Crop Walk Set For Sunday 2008-09-26 Walking for the hungry will the focus of an event this weekend in Harrisonburg. The Harrisonburg 2008 CROP Walk will be held Sunday. 353. Garden Gives Displaced Stability 2008-09-24 HARRISONBURG - The garden by Tom Benevento's home in the city's north end offers passers-by a radiant show. 354. Saving Liberia's Children 2008-09-23 HARRISONBURG - Nearly two decades later, Sam Kargbo still sees the barrels of dead babies. For two years during Liberia's segmented civil war, Kargbo and his wife, Isabell, lived in a "displacement center" for a fraction of the war's uprooted masses. 355. Mark Of Distinction 2008-09-22 ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - The battered pine structure that sits beside Fridley's Gap Road some 10 miles northeast of Harrisonburg once served as a church and school for former slaves. 356. ‘Kids Day' Event Makes Learning Fun 2008-09-22 HARRISONBURG - A visit to Ralph Sampson Park left 11-year-old Seja Fields sporting whiskers. 357. Religion Calendar 2008-09-20 SATURDAY »COMMUNITY MENNONITE CHURCH OF HARRISONBURG, 70 S. High St., continues its annual fall retreat through noon tomorrow at Camp Overlook, north of Keezletown. 358. Promoting ‘Peace’ 2008-09-20 HARRISONBURG—Steve Alvis knows most folks have lots to learn about managing money. 359. County Church Alive At 175 2008-09-17 As a young girl, Norma Showalter Cupp rode 4 miles in her family's Model T Ford for Sunday morning worship. 360. Religion Calendar 2008-09-13 SATURDAY »GRACE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, 205 N. Fourth St., Shenandoah, will host Homecoming Day. Services start at 11 a.m. with Pastor Wayne Powell from Elliston Church of God as guest speaker. A covered dish dinner will follow at 1 p.m. At 2:30 p.m., Pastor Wayne Comer will be the speaker. 433-1928 or (540) 421-3354. 361. County Teen Ready To Take On Competition At Regional Tractor Event 2008-09-11 BRIDGEWATER - His first job on the family's tractor left 11-year-old Craig Luebben more than a little nervous. 362. Valley Crop Forecast Mixed 2008-09-09 HARRISONBURG - The prospects for corn and soybean production nationally look good. But certain areas in the country, like parts of the Shenandoah Valley, may experience mixed blessings. 363. Church Vision A Hope That Sprung 2008-09-09 HARRISONBURG - When the congregation at Vision of Hope United Methodist Church voted to build a new building, it prudently tallied the cost. 364. Students Show Green Know-How 2008-09-09 BRIDGEWATER - When it comes to protecting the planet, Sami Jenkins says talk is cheap. For Jenkins and four other students in the Shenandoah Valley, the time has come for show and tell. 365. Fertilizer Runoff Focus Of Seminar 2008-09-08 HARRISONBURG - The first Suter Science Seminar of the school year at Eastern Mennonite University will feature a presentation on the environmental impact of fertilizer runoff and possible ways to address the issue. 366. Cast Needed For Elkton Centennial Scenes 2008-09-06 ELKTON - As the town's centennial pageant approaches, organizers of the event are looking for volunteers to help make history come alive. 367. Religion Calendar 2008-09-06 SATURDAY »CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 300TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION will conclude at the Rockingham County Fairgrounds. 368. At Muhlenberg, Good Health Starts At Church 2008-09-06 HARRISONBURG—Jill Propst neither preaches nor sings, but fellow parishioners consider her work at Muhlenberg Lutheran Church to be an invaluable ministry. 369. Ministry Announces Retreats, Overseas Trip 2008-09-02 HARRISONBURG - An area organization that plans spiritually themed trips and retreats has announced its upcoming schedule of excursions. 370. It's Christmas In September 2008-09-02 BRIDGEWATER - Mimo Karunakaran may never meet the children who get the gifts that she and her classmates are helping to pack up for them. But that won't make this year's Operation Christmas Child project any less meaningful, says Mimo. 371. Religion Calendar 2008-08-30 SATURDAY »FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE TABERNACLE, U.S. 33 East, Elkton, will hold a service at 7 p.m. Guest speaker Ed Byskal, from Vancouver, British Columbia, will speak. Byskal will also speak on Sunday at the 6 p.m. service. At noon on Sunday, there will be a church picnic along the South River off of U.S. 340, 3½ miles south of Grottoes. 249-8618. 372. Church Of The Brethren Marks 300 Years 2008-08-30 HARRISONBURG—After three centuries in the Shenandoah Valley, the Church of the Brethren wants to stop being a well-kept secret. 373. EMU Welcomes New Class 2008-08-28 HARRISONBURG - On a gray Wedensday, Loren E. Swartzendruber's question to students at Eastern Mennonite University appeared to come out of the blue. 374. A Streak Of Pride 2008-08-26 HARRISONBURG - Patrick Turner wanted his most important Boy Scout project to leave a mark on his school, and that's exactly what it did. 375. Growing For The Better 2008-08-26 SHENANDOAH COUNTY - Five years after the World Foundation for Children created the Volunteer Farm in Woodstock, the same global group is starting a second farm in the Valley. 376. New Faces Mark Ag Ed Programs 2008-08-23 HARRISONBURG - For the first time in years, the agricultural education program in Rockingham County public schools will get a major facelift, so to speak. 377. Retreat's Vision Intact Half-Century On 2008-08-23 BERGTON - The creators of Highland Retreat might marvel at what their once simple campground has become a half-century later. 378. Religion Calendar 2008-08-23 SATURDAY »FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 611 Broad St., Harrisonburg, will hold a car wash from 9 a.m.-until at Auto Zone, 340 N. Mason St. Donations will be accepted. 379. Essay Collection Examines Brethren History 2008-08-23 BRIDGEWATER — Like a sacred old hymn, a new book about the Church of the Brethren loves to tell the story. 380. Early Programs Make A Difference 2008-08-22 BROADWAY - In the views of people closest to FFA programs, the idea of making middle school students eligible for contests at the national level makes sense. 381. FFA May Open National Contests To Middle-Schoolers 2008-08-22 KEEZLETOWN - For Art Mitchell, the hardest part of this year's Virginia FFA Convention was not in preparing his Elkton Middle School dairy-judging team for the state meet. 382. Past Becomes Present With Capsule Opening 2008-08-20 ELKTON - Elkton residents will have the chance tonight to see relics of their community from a quarter-century ago. 383. The Zoo Crew 2008-08-18 HARRISONBURG - When he mentioned his favorite animals at the Rockingham County Fair, five-year-old Charlie Lamb felt no need to elaborate. 384. Tractor Races A Big Hit 2008-08-18 HARRISONBURG - The yellow lawn mower that Aaron Crowl drove in Saturday's race at the Rockingham County Fair came from the scrap heap. 385. Fair Combat: Demolition Derby Provides Thrills 2008-08-16 HARRISONBURG - On Friday, an observer at the Rockingham County Fair's demolition derby asked a friend if one of the smaller-looking cars competing in the sedan class was actually a compact. 386. Religion Calendar 2008-08-16 SATURDAY »HEALING RAIN MINISTRY will hold services from 1-3 p.m. at First Assembly of God Church, 1310 Garber’s Church Road. Prayer for every need with anointing of oil. 387. Valley Crusade For Christ Brings Churches Together 2008-08-16 HARRISONBURG - The numerous mission trips that the Rev. Dan Garber took to Latin America in recent years left him equally excited and curious. 388. A Blitz Of Charity 2008-08-15 HARRISONBURG - Members of Barbara Moyer Lehman's church spent an evening making gifts, and, they hope, a difference. 389. Elkton Girl Crowned Class Champ At Regional Horse Show 2008-08-11 ELKTON - A 4-H member from Rockingham County recently won her class at the 2008 Southern Regional 4-H Championship Horse Show in Lexington. 390. A Wish Comes True 2008-08-09 HARRISONBURG - For more than two years, Delan Lambert's family has made the kinds of trips they wouldn't wish on anyone. 391. Religion Calendar 2008-08-08 SATURDAY »ELKTON TENT REVIVAL, in downtown Elkton across from the police department, will be held at 7 p.m. Special music nightly. Bob Silling will be the speaker. Revival is sponsored by King’s Harbor Christian Fellowship. 249-1854. 392. Restoring Women With A Message Of Peace 2008-08-08 WEYERS CAVE—Gayle Thornberry wants women to get their lives in order. 393. Rockingham County Fair Gets New Dog Show Sponsor 2008-08-07 HARRISONBURG - Ten years ago, Carole Adams found a frightened puppy alone near a railroad track. 394. Putting Out The Welcome Mat 2008-08-02 HARRISONBURG - Nearly a quarter-century ago, government-backed brutality drove Osman Rezai from Iran. 395. A Face-Lift For The Fair 2008-08-01 HARRISONBURG - Less than two weeks away from its premier event of the year, three buildings and a pond highlight a new look at Rockingham Fairgrounds. 396. Commonwealth Urges Residents To Eat Local 2008-07-29 HARRISONBURG - The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is challenging all state residents to eat local for a day. 397. Fields Of Fool's Gold? 2008-07-29 HARRISONBURG - Buyers of corn in the Shenandoah Valley are hoping that a midsummer reprieve from high prices is good news - and not just a cruel dream. 398. Bringing Generations Together 2008-07-28 HARRISONBURG - Dottie Edmonson spent the last few days renewing young acquaintances. 399. Farm Bill Aims To Clean Up Waterways 2008-07-26 HARRISONBURG - Nearly $200 million in new funding for the cleanup of the Chesapeake Bay will help the polluted waterway - as well as the environment here in the central Valley, local farmers and legislators say. 400. Time To Rein In Ethanol? 2008-07-26 HARRISONBURG - Local lawmakers agree that a federal law requiring certain levels of ethanol production among American farmers goes too far, and should be reined in. 401. Religion Calendar 2008-07-26 SATURDAY »FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH, corner of Garber’s Church Road and Erickson Avenue, will host a benefit concert for WBTX Christian radio station. Food will be available from 4-6 p.m. Musicwill start at 6 p.m. and will include Calvary’s Mercy with Walter Pittman, Bennie Roach, Mazie Ritenour and Cornerstone Blue Grass Revival. 402. New Church Emerges From Split, Tragedy 2008-07-26 HINTON-The latest edition of Mount Olive Presbyterian Church reminds the Rev. Tom Holden of a heartening children's tale. 403. Milk Of Human Kindness 2008-07-25 HINTON - Samuel Goering knows a happy cow when he sees one. 404. At Junior 4-H Camp, Youngsters Make Friends And Progress 2008-07-23 HARRISONBURG - Last week, Jared Diehl hung out with friends at Smith Mountain Lake: in one instance, literally. 405. Party On The (Big) Lawn 2008-07-21 BRIDGEWATER - At first glance, the 12-ton steam engine that Rick Ritchie brought to the Bridgewater Volunteer Fire Company's 2008 Lawn Party and Steam and Gas Show last week looked colossal. 406. Trinity, South African Church Reconnect 2008-07-21 HARRISONBURG - In post-Apartheid South Africa, DuDu Moratele's life is enjoying some overdue upgrades. 407. Religion Calendar 2008-07-19 SATURDAY »FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 1310 Garbers Church Road, will host a "Healing Rain Ministry" from 1-3 p.m. 867-9534. 408. Blair Selected For National Mentoring Program 2008-07-19 HARRISONBURG – Getting picked for his religion’s elite training program, says Rabbi Joe Blair, will give him a chance to do two things: first, be around more people like himself and second, and more importantly, bring that experience home. 409. EMU Camp A Chance For Worldwide Apostolic Christians To Gather 2008-07-18 HARRISONBURG - To Bob Freund Jr., the Apostolic Church Eastern Camp is more than just people getting together. For Freund and fellow Apostolics, God's touch seems far-reaching. 410. Poultrymen: Ethanol Poisoning The Business 2008-07-16 HINTON - The fight over ethanol continues at the nation's capital, with Valley poultry interests among those asking Congress to suspend requirements that billions of bushels of corn be diverted to the manufacture of biofuel. 411. Religion Calendar 2008-07-12 SATURDAY »BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH, 166 Mason St., will hold services at 7 p.m. with guest speaker Dennis Karp of Chosen People Ministries. 412. Mission To Haiti Transforms Lindale Members 2008-07-12 LINVILLE-Duane Yoder had seen it all before. This time, members of Yoder's church got to share the experience. 413. Directory Guides Public To Produce 2008-07-10 HARRISONBURG - Supporters of farmers markets in the Shenandoah Valley hope to give the public a clearer picture of where to buy homegrown food. 414. Exhibitors Learn All's ‘Fair' 2008-07-08 HARRISONBURG - Dylan Morris and Taylor Shifflett have shown goats at the Rockingham County Fair for a combined eight years. 415. Closer To Home, Blessed Sacrament Finds Needs 2008-07-07 HARRISONBURG - People who attend Fred LaSpina's church cheerfully support the congregation's missions in Haiti. But just as important to parishioners at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church is a ministry that returns each year to the needy much closer to home. 416. Religion Calendar 2008-07-05 SATURDAY »BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH, 166 Mason St., will hold a chicken barbecue from 8:30 a.m.-until at the Broadway Pit. Hosted by the Broadway Baptist Youth. 417. Elkton Church Makes Rosaries An Art 2008-07-05 ELKTON—At Holy Infant Catholic Church, Sidney Lam's lesson plan turned into a mission. 418. Dairy Team Tastes Victory At Tech 2008-07-02 ELKTON - Jessica Hensley, Allison Ruhlman, Emily Simmons and Corey Shifflett proved at the 82nd Virginia FFA Convention in Blacksburg that their knowledge of dairy cattle is among the best in the state. 419. In Charge And Hands On 2008-07-02 HARRISONBURG - Capt. Duane Burleigh gave co-workers a sneak peek at his work ethic in his first week as head of the Harrisonburg Salvation Army. 420. A Year Later, County 4-H'ers Return Minnesotans' Hospitality 2008-06-28 BRIDGEWATER - A year after touring southwest Minnesota, 4-H club members from Rockingham County welcomed their 2007 hosts to the Shenandoah Valley. 421. Religion Calendar 2008-06-28 SATURDAY »FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 611 Broad St., will celebrate its second annual “100 Women in White” at 3:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Belle Thomas of Oak Hill Baptist Church. A reception will follow. 422. European Tour Inspires EMHS Choir 2008-06-28 HARRISONBURG—Beyond the appeal of his group's music, the thoughts of students like David Jost reveal a broader benefit gained from the Eastern Mennonite High School choir's recent tour of Europe. 423. TA Overcomes Rivals At Va. FFA Convention 2008-06-26 BLACKSBURG - Turner Ashby High School's FFA members made themselves at home during the 82nd Virginia FFA Convention. 424. Businessman Travels Across World To Carry Olympic Torch 2008-06-26 HARRISONBURG - William G. Crutchfield makes a living selling high-tech products that make communicating with people around the globe a snap. 425. W. Va. Poultry Festival Set For July 22-26 2008-06-23 The 2008 West Virginia Poultry Convention and Festival will be held July 22-26 in Moorefield, W.Va. 426. Pre-Sliced Apple Craze Has Yet To Reach Valley 2008-06-23 TIMBERVILLE - A growing taste for pre-sliced apples and other fruit is boosting demand for Virginia growers, but those in the Shenandoah Valley say it's not having a big impact here. At least not yet. 427. New Club Reaches 4-Hers Near Broadway 2008-06-23 BROADWAY - Jackie Lohr wanted to do more than just remember the fun she had in 4-H. She wanted to share it. 428. Lead Virginia Explores Valley 2008-06-23 BRIDGEWATER - Community, business and education leaders from throughout the state toured the Shenandoah Valley this weekend as part of an initiative to encourage cooperation between officials from different parts of the commonwealth. 429. Religion Calendar 2008-06-21 SATURDAY »BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH, 166 Mason St., will host a pork tenderloin dinner from 4-8 p.m. Robert Reedy & Friends will provide music/entertainment. A freewill offering will be accepted. 430. County 4-H Head Leaving Position 2008-06-18 HARRISONBURG - Rockingham County is losing its 4-H extension agent to the banking business. Suzanne B. Wilson, county 4-H extension agent, recently announced that she will leave her post to accept a job as a loan officer for Farm Credit of the Virginias in Clarksburg, W.Va. 431. State FFA Convention Gives Members Chance To Show Skills 2008-06-16 BRIDGEWATER - The way Blake Rogers sees it, the annual state FFA convention is made for groups like Rogers and his Turner Ashby High School teammates. 432. Interfaith Camp Seeks Intercultural Friendship 2008-06-16 HARRISONBURG - Vesna Hart wants to turn life's lemons into lemonade. Hart, a native of Croatia, grew up in a nation ravaged by ethnic strife. 433. Keepin' It Clean 2008-06-13 TIMBERVILLE - The awards that the Food Processors Water Cooperative annually wins for furnishing its clients with safe water are the most visible signs of the cooperative's diligent work. 434. Fair: Conservation Education A New Mission 2008-06-11 HARRISONBURG - The Rockingham County Fair is an educational experience, says Dennis Cupp, the fair's general manager. And this year's version, he explains, will try to educate fairgoers on the subject of conservation. 435. Historic Congregation 2008-06-07 When the founders of the present-day St. Peter's Lutheran Church first met for a Sunday service, George Washington wore diapers. 436. Brush With Death A Revival Of Faith 2008-06-07 When death tapped on Christina Parker's door, Parker gave her intruder the kind of greeting reserved for most carpetbaggers: she slammed the door in death's face. 437. Religion Calendar 2008-06-07 SATURDAY »ELKTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 104 Ashby Ave., Elkton, will hold a "Dinner on the Grounds" from 1-5 p.m. Old-fashioned children's games, hymn sing, Civil War re-enactors, quilting, knitting, planting demonstrations, complimentary meal. All are welcome. Call Pastor Anne Ross at 298-1363 438. Schools Set To Send Off Seniors 2008-06-06 HARRISONBURG - Rockingham County's three high schools will bid farewell to their seniors at graduation ceremonies tonight and Saturday. Harrisonburg High School seniors will have to wait another week to get their diplomas - their commencement is scheduled for June 14. 439. Generations Crossing Clears Last Hurdle 2008-06-04 MASSANETTA SPRINGS - The last hurdle to paying for an expanded intergenerational day care site for Rockingham County has been cleared. 440. Putting Ag Back In Class 2008-06-03 HARRISONBURG - When Katelyn Koontz quizzed students at two Rockingham County elementary schools last week on their knowledge of farming, she got a jolt. 441. JMU To Host Wind Energy Conference 2008-06-03 HARRISONBURG - Anyone interested in learning more about wind-related energy will have a chance to do so at a wind symposium June 18-19 at James Madison University's College of Integrated Science and Technology. 442. City Man Works To Bridge Religions 2008-06-02 HARRISONBURG - Lawrence Yoder spent years in Indonesia fruitlessly trying to meet Muslims. 443. FFA Hold ‘Special Place In Speaker's Heart 2008-06-02 HARRISONBURG - Though it's been years since she served in her state's FFA, Andrea Lohr says she remains close to the association. 444. Religion Calendar 2008-05-31 Saturday »BETHLEHEM UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 19923 N. Valley Pike, Broadway, will open Second Hand Treasures for the summer. The endeavor is sponsored by the church’s Women’s Fellowship. 445. Leadership Prayer Breakfast Welcomes Cancer Survivor 2008-05-31 HARRISONBURG – Christina Parker wasn’t looking to be a leader. 446. Habitat Director Stepping Down 2008-05-30 HARRISONBURG - The outgoing head of Habitat for Humanity's affiliates in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County says she is leaving her post with some reluctance. 447. Leaf And Let Leaf 2008-05-29 OTTOBINE - Matthew W. Yancey insists that taking care of woodlands makes sense as well as dollars. 448. Farm Life At Close Range 2008-05-29 ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - The antique machine that shelled corn captivated C.J. Cruse. C.J., 9, of Penn Laird, found the turn-of-the-20th-century device 449. Area VFW Members Continue To Serve 2008-05-27 SHENANDOAH - Gary David Lucas is proud to explain how his Veterans of Foreign Wars' post got its name. 450. When Called, They Served 2008-05-24 SHENANDOAH - In a roundabout way, his government railroaded I.W. Good. 451. Religion Calendar 2008-05-24 Saturday »APPRECIATION CONCERT for Carson Fifer will be held at 6 p.m. at the Sangerville Towers Ruritan Hall in Mount Solon. The bluegrass gospel concert will feature His Ambassadors, Heartland and The Smith Family. Doors open at 5 p.m. Food and drinks available. A freewill offering will be accepted. 452. Aradhna’s Music Links Cultures 2008-05-24 HARRISONBURG-Predictably, the rock music that Peter Hicks played as a Georgia teen impressed his peers. 453. Giving Of One's Self 2008-05-23 HARRISONBURG - Wednesday morning, Craig Hofstetter rolled up his sleeves, and then just rolled. 454. It's Raining On Farmers' Till Parade 2008-05-22 PINEVILLE - The corn that Jerry Mundy couldn't plant last week had loads of company on a waiting list. 455. Goodlatte: Farm Bill Is Good For Valley 2008-05-20 HARRISONBURG - The 2008 Farm Bill will be a boost to farmers in the Shenandoah Valley, says one of the bill's key architects from the Valley. 456. City Group Joins Hearing Aid Project 2008-05-19 HARRISONBURG - A local branch of a global group is working with a company that fashions hearing aids to make such devices available to a limited number of hearing-impaired babies. 457. Religion Calendar 2008-05-17 Saturday »BENEFIT CONCERT will be held at 5 p.m. at Sangerville-Towers Ruritan building, 38 Emmanuel Church Road, Mount Solon. Music will be provided by Heartland, Daphne Creek and Mountain Hollow. Doors will open at 4 p.m. Food and drinks available. A freewill offering will be received to benefit medical expenses of Barbara Loyd. 458. Prayer Park Offers Outside Sanctuary 2008-05-17 SHENANDOAH-At Redeeming Love Fellowship, the word "sanctuary" has a new meaning. 459. The Berries' Sweet Season 2008-05-16 GROTTOES - For Andy Hostetler, strawberry seasons resemble Forrest Gump's box of chocolates: Hostetler never knows what he's going to get. 460. Auction Aims For Appeal 2008-05-14 MONTEZUMA - The kind of food now grown for the Shenandoah Valley Produce Auction tells Charlie Martin all he needs to know about the folly of standing pat. 461. Local Salvation Army Losing Three Officers 2008-05-13 HARRISONBURG - The departing leader of the local Salvation Army calls his time with the local agency difficult, but said he is pleased with progress that his organization made under his guidance. 462. Wingfield Book Goes Korean 2008-05-12 HARRISONBURG - Steve Wingfield has never been to South Korea. But his message is there. 463. Magazine: Shenandoah County Among ‘Best Rural' Places To Live 2008-05-12 Progressive Farmer Magazine recently selected Shenandoah County as one of eight counties in Virginia that made the magazine's Southeast list of "Best Places to Live in Rural America." 464. Religion Calendar 2008-05-10 Saturday »BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH YOUTH will hold a chicken BBQ from 7:30 a.m.-until at the Broadway pit. Proceeds will benefit a summer mission trip. 465. For Troubled Areas, Brethren Auction Funds Relief 2008-05-10 HARRISONBURG-The Shenandoah District Church of the Brethren's annual Disaster Ministries Auction sells more than arts, crafts and furniture. 466. Workshop Takes Aim At Pond Care 2008-05-09 AUGUSTA COUNTY - Rivers, streams and creeks have been in the news a lot lately due to the plague of fish kills and environmental concerns about runoff and its impact on the Chesapeake Bay. 467. Fighting Cancer, Honoring Family 2008-05-08 MOUNT CRAWFORD - Kailee Miller might not have a cure for cancer, but she certainly has given the fight against the dreaded disease her helping hands. 468. Beach Boys, Sara Evans To Play At 2008 Rockingham County Fair 2008-05-07 Entertainment at this year's Rockingham County Fair will feature a classic rock ‘n' roll group and a current country music singer, officials for the fair announced Tuesday. 469. JMU Students Lend Helping Hands In Tennessee 2008-05-06 HARRISONBURG - Saturday morning, Dan Horton picked up his bachelors degree from James Madison University. Two days later, Horton was on his way out of town to help lift people's spirits. 470. Former JMU Student Honored In Ohio Art 2008-05-05 Through the brush of an artist, the family and friends of Marine Lance Cpl. Jourdan Grez of Harrisonburg will have one more lasting image of him. 471. Chamber Now Accepting Farm Stewardship Nominations 2008-05-05 The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2008 Farm Family Stewardship Award. The award will be presented at the Chamber's annual banquet on Jan. 7. 472. Back By Popular Demand: Library Brings Back Garden Party 2008-05-05 HARRISONBURG - Massanutten Regional Library's public gardening program is back by popular demand. For the second straight year, the library will hold its Garden Helpdesk workshops. 473. Religion Calendar 2008-05-03 Saturday »BERGTON RECREATION CENTER will host a community gospel sing at 6 p.m. featuring The Promised Land Quartet. The event is sponsored by area churches. Doors will open at 5 p.m. Food will be available. A freewill offering will be collected. 474. Rockingham Male Chorus Hosts Concert At Mount Bethel COB 2008-05-03 The Rockingham Male Chorus will perform at 7 p.m. on Sunday at Mount Bethel Church of the Brethren, 8550 Robinson Road, just west of Dayton. 475. Cathy Hughes: A ‘Magnet' To Children 2008-05-02 TIMBERVILLE - Cathy Hively Hughes' husband says his wife's charm first drew him to her. "It was her personality," David Hughes said. "Cathy was the kind of person who made you feel instantly comfortable." 476. Lohr: Tight Budget Limits Aid For Ag 2008-04-30 HARRISONBURG - In the interest of saving farmland, lawmakers did the best they could this year to get as much money as they could from tight state funds, said Del. Matt Lohr, R-Broadway. 477. National Day Of Prayer To Be Held Thursday 2008-04-29 HARRISONBURG - A city observance of the National Day of Prayer will take place Thursday at 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church on Court Square. 478. A Memorable Immersion 2008-04-26 HARRISONBURG - John A. Tyson's baptism was a long time coming. When he finally was baptized, Tyson made his immersion memorable. 479. Religion Calendar 2008-04-26 Saturday »BRETHREN WOODS CAMP AND RETREAT CENTER, 4896 Armentrout Path, Keezletown, is hosting its annual spring festival and yard sale. The event starts at 7 a.m. with a fishing contest followed by a pancake breakfast at 7:30 a.m. and yard sale at 8 a.m. Throughout the day, there will be children’s activities, entertainment, dunking booth, petting zoo, lots of good food and more. A live auction will begin at noon. 269-2741. 480. A Prom Of Their Own 2008-04-26 HARRISONBURG—Jessie Allen and her friends spent the night of April 19 laboriously getting ready for the liveliest night of their social lives this year: at church. 481. EMU Gives Grads Sendoff On Sunday 2008-04-25 HARRISONBURG - Eastern Mennonite University marks its 90th year with commencement exercises at 1 p.m. Sunday on the front lawn of the campus. 482. Mild Winter, Busy Spring 2008-04-23 HARRISONBURG - In the Shenandoah Valley, winter's reputation for harshness took a beating. Just ask people who grow things for a living. 483. County Dairyman Takes National Seat 2008-04-22 ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - A Rockingham County dairyman elected to a seat on the corporate board for the Dairy Farmers of America vows to serve the best interests of farmers in his industry. 484. Hybrid Cars: Not What You Think 2008-04-21 HARRISONBURG - At Saturday's "Go Green and Drive Expo" at James Madison University, guests got a sneak peak at their automotive future. At least that's what one vendor of a new-wave auto thinks. 485. Saving Fuel And Money Expo Message 2008-04-21 HARRISONBURG - The motorized two-wheeler that Cody Childress took for a spin Saturday hooked him. Childress, 19, rode the handle-barred device, called a personal transporter, with a mix of relief and joy at the James Madison University Convocation Center parking lot. 486. State Eases Regs On Hay Transport 2008-04-19 Thanks to some more leniency on the part of Virginia regulators, transporters of crucial farm supplies in the state can do their jobs with fewer restraints. 487. ‘Immigrants Are People' 2008-04-19 HARRISONBURG - Quaker William Penn coined Barbie Spitz's hometown as 488. Religion Calendar 2008-04-19 Saturday »HARRISONBURG UNITED BRETHREN CHURCH YOUTH MINISTRY will host the hot dog stand at Red Front Supermarket from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 489. Helping Haiti’s Poor Enriches Local Brethren 2008-04-19 HARRISONBURG — Ancestors of people assisted last month by the Rev. Henry D. Elsea and others from Mount Pleasant Church of the Brethren could have greeted Christopher Columbus. 490. Web Site Aims To Market Manure, Compost 2008-04-18 HARRISONBURG - An official for a regional environmental organization says use of the Internet to market manure and compost in the Shenandoah Valley is proving successful for vendors and the industry as a whole. 491. Conference Draws Women With Interest, Skills In Ag 2008-04-12 WEYERS CAVE - Joyce Hall intends to take what she learned from Wednesday's Women in Agriculture Conference and apply it to her lively, growing business in Shenandoah County. 492. Religion Calendar 2008-04-12 Saturday »BLUE RIDGE INDEPENDENT CHURCH, U.S. 33, Elkton, will present Indieheaven, a featured artist event of contemporary music and worship with Craig Whittaker, Once More, Harry Offutt and special guest guitarist, Drew Davidsen, at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. A love offering will be collected. 298-9426. 493. In Spring, Revivals Aim To Make Faith Bloom 2008-04-12 FULKS RUN — As the Rev. Donald Guthrie sees it, revivals just aren't what they used to be. 494. Fire Races Through Recycling Business 2008-04-10 HARRISONBURG - A fire that destroyed a recycling business on the city's south side Wednesday may have been the result of an electrical problem. 495. IntraPac Blames Costs For Layoffs 2008-04-08 HARRISONBURG - The rising prices for raw materials and the cost of doing business is being blamed for the latest round of layoffs at a city plant that makes packaging for pharmaceuticals. 496. Va. Video Teaches Bear Safety 2008-04-07 HARRISONBURG - The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries hopes a new video will educate Valley residents about bears and the dangers they can pose to those who encounter them. 497. Pastors Talk Politics ...Carefully 2008-04-07 HARRISONBURG - Pastors and politics can be a fragile mix, say many area ministers. Yet regardless of how they may differ in their religious and political views, they all have at least one thing in common: strong opinions on the matter. 498. With Spring Here, Motorists Urged To Be On Lookout For Farm Vehicles 2008-04-07 HARRISONBURG - Living in an agricultural area, motorists in Rockingham County are good about sharing the road with tractors and other slow-moving farm vehicles, says a Rockingham County law enforcement official. 499. Old School Harmony 2008-04-05 MOUNT CRAWFORD - A love for a nostalgic art has Scott De Voe bent on bringing back the good ol' days. Friday night, De Voe and three other members of the Sunshine Express barbershop quartet from Charlottesville treated guests at Dayspring Church of the Nazarene in Mount Crawford to an old-fashioned brand of music. 500. Religion Calendar 2008-04-05 See area church events. 501. At 300, Church Of Brethren Faces The Future 2008-04-05 Members of the Church of the Brethren in the Shenandoah Valley are shining the spotlight on their church’s history and future as it celebrates a major milestone. 502. Family Forum's Fight ‘Just Like Jericho' 2008-04-02 HARRISONBURG - Dean Welty knows he and his followers aren't alone in their support of "traditional values" - or their fear over what he says is the deterioration of such standards. 503. Produce Auction Opens Early, Courts Schools 2008-04-01 MONTEZUMA - In their fourth season of business, leaders of the Shenandoah Valley Produce Auction chose to open their doors early. 504. Christian Speaker Will Lecture At EMU On Faith's ‘Global Effect' 2008-03-31 Shane Claiborne's strengths include an almost magnetic touch with the public, says one official at Eastern Mennonite University. 505. Volunteer Farm May Get Grant Help 2008-03-31 A hunger-relief farm in Shenandoah County will be eligible for funds from a $1 million grant to help hunger-relief agencies throughout the U.S., says a key official for the farm. 506. EMS Program Trains Pastors To Work Outside The Church 2008-03-29 HARRISONBURG —Jeff Carr discovered early that, for him, a career in medicine just didn't figure. 507. Religion Calendar 2008-03-29 Saturday »DAMASCUS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, Criders, will present the drama, “The Line Up” at 7 p.m. Also, the children of the church will be presenting the poem, “Mary Had A Little Lamb.” 508. Farm Show Celebrates Milestone 2008-03-25 HARRISONBURG - When he was a boy, Jeffrey W. Ishee never envisioned himself hosting a television farm show. Ishee imagined a much cooler profession. 509. Celebrating Faith 2008-03-22 Even with the start of spring, and daylight getting longer, a good many churchgoers in the area will still see dawn’s early light tomorrow. 510. Religion Calendar 2008-03-22 HOLY SATURDAY »BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC CHURCH, 154 N. Main St., will hold Morning Prayer at 9 a.m. Blessing of the Easter Foods will be observed at 10 a.m. Mass will not be held at 5 p.m. A bilingual Great Vigil of Easter will be observed at 7:30 p.m. 434-4341. 511. Farmers' Market Kicks Off Saturday 2008-03-20 HARRISONBURG - Along with exhibition baseball, forsythia blooms and cherry blossoms, a sure sign of spring is the opening of the Downtown Harrisonburg Farmers' Market. 512. Old Congregation To Have New Home 2008-03-20 FULKS RUN - In their search for the means to build a new chapel, members of Hebron Mennonite Church had only to look to themselves. 513. More Than A Story 2008-03-19 HARRISONBURG — Ervin R. Stutzman suspects that his highly principled mom might blush about his latest book. “She wouldn’t want the attention,” said Stutzman, author of “Emma: A Widow Among the Amish.” Stutzman’s book, released in November, tells the true story of his widowed mother, Emma Stutzman, who raised six children, including one with a disability. 514. HerStory Conference ‘Something’ Else 2008-03-17 HARRISONBURG — Sally Robinson insists her upcoming convention is anything but conventional. “This conference is unique,” said Robinson, co-chair for the 2008 HerStory Conference, which will take place at Massanetta Springs Camp and Conference Center later this month. 515. Religion Calendar 2008-03-15 SATURDAY »BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC CHURCH, 154 N. Main St., Harrisonburg, will hold Mass at 5 p.m. 434-4341. 516. As Easter Nears, Churches Hold Special Services 2008-03-15 HARRISONBURG—The Easter Vigil and the Tenebrae, worship services held during Easter weekend, each end with the earthly departure of Jesus. But, otherwise, say area clergy, the two services are quite distinct. 517. Driven To Share His Faith 2008-03-14 ELKTON — Wendy Lam insists that her son, Briar, is a typical high school sophomore. “He’s a typical teenager,” she said, with a trace of a chuckle. “Irresponsible, disorganized.” 518. Malaria-Fighting Ministry Nets City Man Fulfillment City Man 2008-03-11 HARRISONBURG — Much of Allon H. Lefever’s lifelong vocation has involved the teaching of business. Today, a project that involves Lefever’s work with people in Tanzania really means the business of life as they labor to eradicate malaria, the No. 1 killer in Africa. 519. Bridgewater Program Attracts Non-churchgoers 2008-03-10 BRIDGEWATER — About a month ago, Lewis Bagwell and a trio of friends — fellow rock musicians Danny Teter, Joe Bandish and L.B. Hottel — reunited for a gig in downtown Bridgewater. 520. Area Mennonites Put More Effort, Less Energy Into Lent 2008-03-08 HARRISONBURG — For a month Sam Sauder has been living in denial. 521. Religion Calendar 2008-03-08 SATURDAY »FAIRVIEW CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, near Endless Caverns, will host the Moats Family from 7-8 p.m. A freewill offering will be accepted. 522. Cornerstone Reaches Milestone 2008-03-04 HARRISONBURG - Cornerstone Christian School's national accreditation offers proof of its standing, not only as an academic institution, but also as a place where sound Christian values are taught, say current and past school officials. 523. Holocaust Horrors Still Resonate Today 2008-03-03 HARRISONBURG - Joe Blair looks to the past to build the future. Blair is one of many in the Valley's Jewish community who hopes to instill that sense of history during the upcoming Shenandoah Valley Holocaust Education Week. 524. Religion Calendar 2008-02-29 SATURDAY »BLUE RIDGE MINISTRIES is offering “Lent: A Journey of Release,” the first of its spring retreats, from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Hochstedler’s Retreat in Harrisonburg. 525. A Mission On Wheels 2008-02-29 TIMBERVILLE — After a quarter century of serving the people of his church, the Rev. Guy L. Ferrell will reach out to a larger flock. 526. Lohr's Law 2008-02-29 A new law introduced by state Del. Matt Lohr will make testing poultry for avian flu a simpler task, according to the lawmaker and state poultry officials. 527. Goodlatte: Farm Bill A Work In Progress 2008-02-26 MOUNT JACKSON - Like the profession it will govern for the next five years, the as-yet-unfinished farm bill requires lots of work. 528. County Couple Will Host First State Mounted Shooting Meet 2008-02-25 SINGERS GLEN - In 2007, Charlie and Judy Otto got their Virginia Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association off the ground by organizing two events in the Commonwealth. 529. Ag-Business Honors Extension Specialist 2008-02-22 HARRISONBURG - Eric S. Bendfeldt sees his work as a tool. 530. DAR, Salvation Army Team Up For Shelter Linens 2008-02-18 HARRISONBURG - A project linking organizations of charity and history is helping area families. 531. Social Life 2008-02-15 Joe Acker describes his 18-year-old son Michael as “gentle, loving and incredibly cooperative.” 532. 4-Hs Gift A Security Blanket For Victims 2008-02-14 Oriana Meyerhoeffer still recalls the time in Mount Crawford when her neighbors house caught fire. 533. Spreading Comfort 2008-02-11 HARRISONBURG - Once a week during the winter, Katie Ray and her friends at Muhlenberg Lutheran Church become women of the cloth. 534. At Spotswood Elementary, Fun Day Lives Up To Its Name 2008-02-11 HARRISONBURG - For children circling a stage by the cafeteria, having a good time was more than easy: it was literally a cakewalk. 535. Adviser Stumps For Obama At JMU 2008-02-11 HARRISONBURG - Susan Rice, senior foreign policy adviser for presidential hopeful and U.S. Sen. Barack Obama, told students at James Madison University on Saturday to expect transformational leadership if Obama is elected president. 536. Hanger: Ax Sales Tax From 4-H Fundraisers 2008-02-09 One of the Valley's senators believes that a bill moving through the General Assembly will help 4-H clubs raise money with less paperwork. 537. Religion Calendar 2008-02-01 SATURDAY »LINVILLE CONGREGATION CHRISTIAN CHURCH, 4982 Kratzer Road, will host a fundraiser from 6-9 p.m. Music will be provided by Ricky Strickler and Southern Sounds of Grass. 538. A Platform For Faith 2008-02-01 As a motivational speaker, Josh Sundquist frequently gets to tell his story to the public. 539. Area Mormons Remember Hinckley 2008-01-29 HARRISONBURG - Among area members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter 540. State Special Olympics Meet Draws Area Skiers 2008-01-28 For two days this week, skiing at Wintergreen Resort will take on a special meaning — literally. 541. Religion Calendar 2008-01-26 »FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE TABERNACLE, U.S. 33, east of Elkton, will hold revival services at 7 p.m. with Brother Forney from Gastonia, N.C., as guest speaker. The revival will conclude at 6 p.m. on Sunday evening. 249-8618. 542. House Churches Offer Relaxed Setting, Chance For Outreach 2008-01-26 A wooden sign above a doorway in the Rev. Aaron Saufley's home reads "SIMPLIFY." 543. Religion Calendar 2008-01-25 SATURDAY »FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE TABERNACLE, U.S. 33, east of Elkton, will hold revival services at 7 p.m. with Brother Forney from Gastonia, N.C., as guest speaker. The revival will conclude at 6 p.m. on Sunday evening. 249-8618. 544. House Churches Offer Relaxed Setting, Chance For Outreach 2008-01-25 GROTTOES - A wooden sign above a doorway in the Rev. Aaron Saufley’s home reads “SIMPLIFY.” 545. NAACP: Like King, Help Other People 2008-01-22 HARRISONBURG - Beverly H. Banks remembers little about what she was doing the day Martin Luther King Jr. was killed, but recalls how she and those around her felt in the days that followed his death almost 40 years ago. 546. Religion Calendar 2008-01-21 SATURDAY »CORNERSTONE CHURCH OF BROADWAY, 265 West Springbrook Road, Broadway, will hold its annual Sip and Swap yard sale from 7 a.m.-noon. Free. Food will be pro-vided. 547. Youth Center Overcomes Struggles, Offers Teens A Healthy Hangout 2008-01-21 ELKTON - When they founded the Shenandoah Valley Youth Center nine years ago, Mikkle Bak and Tim Crummett fancied a place where the town's teens could find good, clean fun. 548. Farm Show Targets Beef, Dairy Trade 2008-01-21 Anyone measuring the Virginia Farm Show by the size of its crowds is, in the mind of the show's officials, judging a book by its cover. 549. EMS Program Focuses On Sexuality 2008-01-21 HARRISONBURG - The 2008 School for Leadership Training at Eastern Mennonite Seminary is tackling a touchy topic. 550. Bout With Cancer A ‘Second Chance' 2008-01-15 HARRISONBURG - Andrea Lohr's message to Rockingham County 4-H members came straight from experience. "Challenges help us become who we are," Lohr said. 551. Salvation Army Band To Play In City In Feb. 2008-01-14 HARRISONBURG - The National Capital Band of the Salvation Army USA is returning to Harrisonburg for the first time in three years. 552. Army Fundraiser Saved By The Bells 2008-01-14 HARRISONBURG - Even with time ticking, the Harrisonburg Salvation Army's 2007 Kettle Campaign beat the clock. 553. Mission To Chile Has Teeth To It 2008-01-14 HARRISONBURG - Gregory S. Johnson's job as a dentist takes him to his office in Harrisonburg. But it's his passion for mission work that takes him abroad. 554. At Hardesty-Higgins, Roc Day Revives Art of Spinning 2008-01-07 HARRISONBURG - An antique wooden wheel that preoccupied Priscilla Blosser-Rainey for much of Saturday did more than spin flax. 555. Holiday Greenery Enjoys Afterlife 2008-01-05 Debris from the holiday season can go on to a productive afterlife, say officials with the Rockingham County Public Works Department. 556. Keeping An Eye On The Herd 2008-01-03 Last fall, the U.S. Department of Agriculture approved two new methods of identifying livestock within a voluntary national database, a move that one area extension agent says will help meet two related goals. 557. Author: New Book Just A Good Story 2007-12-27 HARRISONBURG - His newest work, says novelist and editorial writer George L. Duncan, makes no statement. 558. For Seniors, Activity Helps Beat The Blues 2007-12-22 HARRISONBURG - Caroline Bowman has no time to be sad. "I don't have time to sit down and twiddle my thumbs," said Bowman. 559. Extending ‘Family’ Ties 2007-12-22 HARRISONBURG—At Community Mennonite Church, the term "extended family" has a special meaning. 560. Religion Calendar 2007-12-22 SATURDAY »BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 184 Kelley St., will hold a service at 5 p.m. The Rev. Basil Marin will be the guest speaker. Refreshments will be served following the service. Call 433-5925. 561. Sowing Seeds Of Friendship 2007-12-20 562. Chill Heats Skiing Action 2007-12-18 MASSANUTTEN - An ice storm that assaulted much of the eastern U.S. over the weekend cut through Massanutten Resort with a double-edged sword. 563. "Cheers" Writer Returns To JMU, Urges Grads To "Make The Most" Of Future 2007-12-17 HARRISONBURG - Jackie Slaughter was 7 when the television show "Cheers" aired its final season. "I was watching cartoons then," said Slaughter, now 22. 564. Hands-On Gifts 2007-12-15 HARRISONBURG - At a time of the year when traditions abound, classmates Megan Holden and Mariette Southard are continuing their own custom. 565. Celebrating The Season 2007-12-15 The ways churches and other religious groups in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County will honor Christmas this year vary like on a tree. 566. Religion Calendar 2007-12-15 SATURDAY »ELKTON PENTECOSTAL CHURCH, Summit Avenue, will present a Christmas drama celebration at 7 p.m. The program repeats tomorrow evening at 7 p.m. The program will include “All I Want For Christmas ... Is Jesus” and “Christmas On Merry Lane.” Free. 567. Fair Aims To Widen Range 2007-12-14 ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Just as it did last year, the Rockingham County Fair is looking for opinions on what singing acts to book. 568. Lecturer: Sustaining Society's Values Starts With Nation's Farms 2007-12-10 HARRISONBURG - Friday at James Madison University's College of Integrated Science and Technology Building, Fred Kirschenmann warned his audience of a culturally declining world. 569. Seeds Of Faith: 2007-12-10 HARRISONBURG - Like the ant pulling on a large rubber-tree plant in a once popular song, state dairy official Dale A. Gardner has high hopes. 570. Religion Calendar 2007-12-08 SATURDAY »DAMASCUS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, Criders Road, Criders, will present the drama, “The Real Truth About Christmas” at 7 p.m. A candle-lighting service, refreshments and fellowship will follow the program. Each family will receive a Christmas ornament. 571. In Lively Fashion, Area Churches, Residents Reenact The Birth Of Christ 2007-12-08 For years, Corinne Gaines imagined a natural nativity scene that now annually graces her church. 572. Valley Gets Season's First Snowfall 2007-12-06 HARRISONBURG - The season's first snowfall brushed the region with about an inch of snow on Wednesday, delaying some schools, canceling others and keeping road crews busy, city and state officials said. 573. Immigrants An Issue For Farms 2007-12-03 CHANTILLY — As head of one of Virginia’s top agricultural agencies, Todd P. Haymore wants his country to balance more than its budget. 574. Young At Heart? Bingo! 2007-12-01 LINVILLE — In a room decked with orange- and brown-colored baskets and bunting, and churning with chatter, more than 50 senior citizens eagerly await Garland Shull’s next announcement. 575. Frat Shows A Softer Side 2007-12-01 HARRISONBURG – It bothers Ben Shuey and his Theta Chi Fraternity brethren that much of the public sees “frat” kids solely as spoiled, rowdy college students. 576. Kaine Vows To Aid Ag 2007-11-28 CHANTILLY — Gov. Timothy M. Kaine’s pledge to support agriculture in Virginia has Rockingham County farmer Bob Threewitts hopeful. 577. Farm Bureau Head: Future Tied To Trade 2007-11-28 CHANTILLY — The future of agriculture in America remains closely tied to trade between the U.S. and the rest of the world, says the head of the nation’s agricultural lobbyist organization. 578. Religion Calendar 2007-11-26 UPCOMING »ABIDING IN CHRIST HEALING ROOM, Yahweh Ministries, is open from 9 a.m.-noon on Saturdays. There will be prayer and a time for healing. Call 271-7570 for an appointment. 579. Area Musicians ‘Sing The Story’ 2007-11-26 HARRISONBURG — With the help of Eastern Mennonite University music professor Ken Nafziger and two Christian singing groups from the city, Sunday worshipers in area churches may be singing a different tune. 580. Sam Shrum: A Man Who ‘Lived His Faith’ 2007-11-24 HARRISONBURG — People who knew him well say Samuel Hopkins Shrum built more than buildings. Shrum, they agree, also crafted a legacy of faith and friendship. 581. Habitat Bio Features Couple’s Work 2007-11-19 HARRISONBURG — Cori Lyman-Barner’s views on a new book about the founders of a house-building ministry understandably comes from close access to the publication. 582. Operation Christmas Child — A Gift For The Giving 2007-11-17 HARRISONBURG — Unlike the lady who lived in a shoe, Amelia Leiss doesn’t see a lot of youngsters. So for Leiss, 88, shopping for preschoolers from another part of the world seemed like anything but child’s play. 583. Religion Calendar 2007-11-17 SATURDAY »ABIDING IN CHRIST HEALING ROOM, is hosting a time for prayer and healing from 9 a.m.-noon on Saturdays at the Yahweh Ministries prayer room. Call 271-7570 for an appointment. 584. Building Bridges 2007-11-17 HARRISONBURG—Last month, Nancy Heisey got as close to the head of the Roman Catholic Church as almost anyone ever gets. But shaking hands with Pope Benedict XVI, Heisey says, simply symbolized a larger connection that she and fellow Mennonites made with the world’s Catholic hierarchy. 585. Gene Researcher To Discuss Compatibility Of Faith, Science 2007-11-14 HARRISONBURG — A specialist on gene research and author will speak on the compatibility of science and faith Saturday at Eastern Mennonite Seminary. 586. Historic Hotel To Update 2007-11-13 MASSANETTA SPRINGS — An estimated $10 million in needed upgrades to a historic Massanetta Springs hotel will create a modern lodge for the more than 20,000 people who use it each year, officials say. 587. Religion Calendar 2007-11-10 SATURDAY »BETHEL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, corner of Bethel Church and East Point roads, Elkton, will hold their annual holiday bazaar from 8 a.m.-noon. An old-fashioned country breakfast and light lunch will be available as well as baked goods, hand-crafted items, Christmas decorations and presents. 298-1197. 588. Christians Still Persecuted For Their Beliefs, Speaker Says 2007-11-10 McGAHEYSVILLE—Both in and outside the U.S., Ann Bustos remains a woman on a mission. 589. Library’s ‘Big Read’ Earns Rave Reviews 2007-11-05 HARRISONBURG — Officials for the “Big Read,” a national literacy initiative undertaken by Massanutten Regional Library, say the program, which wrapped up Friday, received broad support from throughout the community. 590. Taking A Stand 2007-11-05 HARRISONBURG — For Jeff A. Wilhelm and Sudan Ellington, graffiti scrawled last week in and around Ralph Sampson Park sends a dismal message. 591. A Field Of Green’s 2007-11-03 HARRISONBURG — Call Dr. Walter F. Green III a “blue blood” and, given his scholastic roots, he’ll probably take no offense. “I’ve definitely got Blue Streaks in my blood,” said Green. 592. Religion Calendar 2007-11-03 SATURDAY »SAINT JAMES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 1525 Cecil Wampler Road, Pleasant Valley, will host its annual fall auction and bazaar. A pancake breakfast buffet will be held from 7-10 a.m. A yard sale, bake sale and crafts bazaar will be held from 7 a.m.-until. The auction will begin at 6 p.m. 434-8944. 593. Remodeling Churches Keep In Mind The Disabled 2007-11-03 When he thinks of the infirm, the Rev. John Sloop invokes a verse from the Bible’s New Testament. 594. FSA Elections Give Farmers A ‘Voice’ 2007-11-02 As concerns for fellow farmers go, this year’s candidates for the Rockingham-Page Farm Service Agency county committee share one goal: to help their peers. 595. Family Forum Returning To D.C. For ‘Godly Heritage’ Tour 2007-10-29 HARRISONBURG — Dean Welty hopes that a tour he is again leading to the nation’s capital will spark a reverence for the kinds of values he thinks once defined the United States. 596. Religion Calendar 2007-10-26 SATURDAY »BROADWAY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 107 E. Lee Street, will have a fall harvest carnival at 5:30 p.m. during the evening and will include games, prizes and harvest treats and crafts for the youth and guests. Open to the Broadway community of all ages. Costume not required. 597. FCA Raises Funds To Challenge The World Through Sports 2007-10-27 HARRISONBURG – For Joe DeZelle and the area Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter he leads, the association’s upcoming auction is an easy sale. 598. Bell Ringers Make Up Charity’s Vital Infantry 2007-10-26 HARRISONBURG — The Harrisonburg Salvation Army hopes to raise $105,000 from its 2007 bell-ringing campaign — $5,000 more than last year’s goal, says Dale Vencill, bell-ringing coordinator for the Harrisonburg chapter. 599. Soldier Of Mercy 2007-10-26 HARRISONBURG — One of the first tasks for the Harrisonburg Salvation Army’s new director of development will be persuading her community to open up its coffers. 600. Parched Farmers Get Help 2007-10-23 The federal government’s recent designation of nearly all of Virginia as a drought-related disaster area will allow some farmers in the Shenandoah Valley eligible for low-interest loans to cover 2007 crop losses, say officials with area agriculture agencies. 601. Religion Calendar 2007-10-20 SATURDAY »BETHEL MENNONITE CHURCH, 18425 Runions Creek Road, Broadway, will host The Singing Men from Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community at 7 p.m. A free-will offering will be taken for the Good Samaritan Fund at VMRC. 602. Bringing Scripture To Life 2007-10-20 In so many ways, Millard Showalter loves to tell the story. 603. Garbers COB Honors 185 Years Of History 2007-10-20 Garbers Church of the Brethren will observe 185 years of worship on Sunday. 604. Labyrinth Will Serve EMU, Public 2007-10-19 HARRISONBURG — A newly dedicated prayer labyrinth at Eastern Mennonite University will serve students and visitors to the Harrisonburg campus, said an EMU official. 605. Variety Pays Off For Area Farm 2007-10-16 As a diversified farmer, Craig Bailey knows the value of variety. As leaders in area cooperatives, he and his wife, Holly Bailey, also understand that there is strength in numbers. 606. Religion Calendar 2007-10-15 SATURDAY »CAPLINGERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 20588 Criders Road, Criders, will host The Daugherty Sisters at 7 p.m. 896-7653. 607. Time Can’t Stop It 2007-10-15 KEEZLETOWN — Seven miles east of Harrisonburg, a wooden building that houses Trinity Lutheran Church stands defiantly on a hill just west of the Massanutten Mountains. 608. EMU Prof Helps Cambodians Clean Up 2007-10-12 KEEZLETOWN — When he chose Cambodia for a mission, Doug Neufeld wanted to help clean up the Asian country. 609. An Orange Time Of Year 2007-10-06 PENN LAIRD — As one whose wares help folks liven up Halloween, Michael Myers takes some kidding about his name. He does, after all, share his name with the infamous villain of the “Halloween” horror films. 610. Religion Calendar 2007-10-06 SATURDAY »AUGUSTA STONE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 28 Old Stone Church Lane, Fort Defiance, will host its fall festival from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Featured will be Throckmorton Brunswick Stew, breakfast, silent auction, snacks, children’s area, bake and yard sales. $10 reservation fee for yard sale space, bring your own table. Call 248-2634 for reservation. 611. Fighting The Break In America’s Spiritual Walls 2007-10-06 DAYTON—As an 8-year old on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, Harry Kellam received some prodding in morality from his mom. 612. The Day The World Changed 2007-10-04 When he learned that a man-made moon was circling the world, William B. Lenoir was playing cards. 613. ‘Sisters Of Service’ Aim To Help Needy 2007-10-02 HARRISONBURG — As part of the 5th annual “Sisters of Service” gathering, more than 400 women got together in Harrisonburg and Charlottesville on Saturday to collect and make a variety of items to benefit needy families locally and around the world. 614. That’s Using Your Head 2007-10-02 HARRISONBURG — A state agency is rewarding the city for a recent ordinance it enacted that requires children to wear helmets while bicycling. 615. At Emmanuel COB, One Door Closes, Another Opens 2007-09-29 MOUNT SOLON — This Sunday, in at least two ways, the congregation at Emmanuel Church of the Brethren will close one door and open another. 616. Religion Calendar 2007-09-29 SATURDAY »BETHEL-KEEZLETOWN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, corner of 3061 Armentrout Path and Mountain Valley Road, will host its first annual lawn party and car, truck, tractor and motorcycle show from noon-6 p.m. Music will be provided by Adoration, Ambassadors and Mel Morris. Also, there will be yard and bake sales, games, face painting and food. A plaque will be awarded to the first 50 entries in the car show. 617. One School, Many Denominations 2007-09-29 HARRISONBURG — In Barbara Seward’s words, God got on the Web to bring her to seminary. 618. Religion Calendar 2007-09-22 SATURDAY »BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH, 166 Mason St., Broadway, will host a youth spaghetti supper from 4-8 p.m. A free-will offering will be accepted. 619. Renovated Church Rejuvenates Congregation 2007-09-22 ELKTON—In an endeavor that blends the nostalgic with the practical, the congregation at Holy Infant Catholic Church is turning back time. 620. Classes To Shed Light On ‘Divine’ Healing 2007-09-17 HARRISONBURG — Ricky Brunk frowns when he hears folks make fun of his belief that faith heals. 621. In Mount Solon, An End Of An Era 2007-09-17 MOUNT SOLON — On a bright, breezy day, a paper banner outside Werner’s Country Store put into words what many residents in this northern Augusta County community were feeling. 622. Bridgewater Fundraiser Gets Halfway To Goal 2007-09-15 BRIDGEWATER — Bridgewater College officials say the school’s efforts to raise $40 million over the next three years have paid off well — and that’s before the public phase of the fundraising campaign even began. 623. Bogey Does The Bible 2007-09-14 HARRISONBURG — Christian though he is, Tom Long just can’t always look at God with a straight face. 624. Bee Farmers Beware 2007-09-13 SINGERS GLEN — For now, Dennis Whetzel’s 16 million bees can relax — at least, when they’re not busy making honey. 625. Calling Home: Project Aims To Help Troops 2007-09-08 HARRISONBURG — The lovable alien “ET” could have used the kind of help phoning home that an alliance of senior citizens from a city church are giving area troops in the Middle East. 626. Remembering The World Trade Center 2007-09-06 HARRISONBURG — As much as the sight of New York City’s demolished Twin Towers stirred Bob Johnson, the reaction of the embattled city’s compassionate populace moved him even more. 627. For Valley Dairy Farmers, Rising Production and Prices Help, But That’s All 2007-09-04 HARRISONBURG — Unusually high milk production and prices nationwide are something of an illusion, says local dairy farmers and industry officials. 628. The Grass Really Is Greener 2007-09-01 BRIDGEWATER — As a student at Bridgewater College, Kevin A. Moore studied children. 629. School Finds Haven In McGaheysville Church 2007-08-25 630. Building Hope 2007-08-25 MOUNT SOLON—Last Saturday, Virginia C. Mays saw her next home, and wept. 631. Religion Calendar 2007-08-25 SATURDAY »BETHLEHEM BRETHREN CHURCH, 178 Pleasant Hill Road, will hold a community yard and bake sale from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Spaces available for rent. 432-1903. 632. Lately, Valley’s Been A Bit Of An Oasis 2007-08-23 HARRISONBURG — This year’s “drought” notwithstanding, the Shenandoah Valley’s reputation as a dry spot on Virginia’s map has taken a hit in recent years, says one state climatologist. 633. How Dry Is It? 2007-08-23 PINEVILLE — Jerry Mundy can’t speak for the rest of the county, but the grain farmer from eastern Rockingham County figures that his corn crop beat the odds. 634. Fair Veteran Steps Down After 40 Years 2007-08-20 635. Volunteer Farm Starts 2007 Harvest 2007-08-20 636. WorshipFest Seeks To Show Neighborhood’s Brighter Side 2007-08-18 This afternoon and evening, a part of town known for trouble gets a chance to show outsiders its better side. 637. Religion Calendar 2007-08-18 SATURDAY »BETHEL AME CHURCH, corner of Kelley and Myrtle streets, will host WorshipFest 2007 from 1-8 p.m. The event, a street party praising God, will feature bands and gospel rap, clowns, fun, health information and more. 638. For 4-H And FFA’ers, Fair Time Is Hog Heaven 2007-08-14 639. Timber Time, Good Time 2007-08-14 640. A Spiritual Refresher 2007-08-10 Sam Shrum’s vision for the Downtown Prayer Luncheon came straight from the top. 641. Religion Calendar 2007-08-10 SATURDAY »BETHEL A.M.E. CHURCH, 184 Kelley St., will hold an anniversary service at 3 p.m. The Rev. Donald L. Smedley of Mount Pisgah African Methodist Episcopal Church will be the guest speaker, with the church’s men’s choir providing music. 642. Fixing A Home, Building Faith 2007-08-07 643. Broadway’s Summer Event Shows Growth 2007-07-30 644. State Tour Gives Young Farmer Group The Business 2007-07-30 BROADWAY — Hiddi Suzuki doesn’t live anywhere near Virginia and R.J. Nobblitt isn’t all that young, but both men felt taking part in Friday’s Virginia Young Farmer Field Day to be time well-spent. 645. Teens Get A Jump On Spiritual Growth 2007-07-27 646. Got Milk? So What? 2007-07-26 647. Registry Created For ‘Dangerous’ Dogs 2007-07-21 648. It’s Official: Tests Shows Avian Flu Strain 'Mild' 2007-07-17 HARRISONBURG — An official for the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed Monday what her agency and Virginia officials had suspected all along: that the strain of avian flu antibodies found on a Shenandoah County farm is a mild one. 649. ‘Side Effects’ In W.Va. 2007-07-11 650. Tragedy Seen As A ‘Wake-Up Call’ For Farmers 2007-07-06 651. Farm Accident A Grim Reminder Of Profession's Hazards 2007-07-03 BRIERY BRANCH — Calling the methane-related accident that killed five people Monday on a Rocking-ham County farm a “sad, sad day” for farmers everywhere, farmer and state delegate Matt Lohr said the tragedy should serve as a reminder of the dangers linked with the farming profession. 652. Trucking For Faith 2007-06-27 653. Speaker Shares Pain, Shows Hope 2007-06-21 654. Canning Under Pressure 2007-06-20 655. For County 4-Hers, State Congress Tests, Teaches and Entertains 2007-06-18 656. A Look Behind The Scenes 2007-06-08 657. 4-H’ers Go Out In Style 2007-06-06 658. Not Your Father’s Game Of Tag 2007-06-04 659. Hands-On Ag 2007-06-02 660. 4-H Drive Helps Feed Hungry 2007-05-29 661. Harrisonburg Wins State Envirothon 2007-05-26 662. Commonwealth, Area Experience Decline In Dairy Output 2007-05-25 663. Religion Calendar 2007-05-18 SATURDAY »BLUE RIDGE PENTECOSTAL CHURCH, in Dovel Hollow, Stanley, will host The Shifflett Sisters and Southern Sound at 7 p.m. 664. Collecting The Scripture 2007-05-18 WEYERS CAVE — As a participant in a project to bring Scripture to a needy African nation, Phillips hopes to play a part in helping to bring the Gospel to readers in the Third World. 665. Better By Degrees 2007-05-14 666. Fire Destroys Vacant Page County Home 2007-05-12 667. Helping To Heal Wounds 2007-04-18 668. Talk On Global Warming Brings BBC To EMU 2007-04-14 669. State Decline Won’t Hurt County Cattle Farmers 2007-04-13 670. Area Gospel Group Fusing Faith With Country 2007-04-02 671. USDA: Animal ID Will Be Voluntary 2007-03-19 STAUNTON — A national program aimed at preventing the spread of diseases linked to livestock will not be mandatory, according to officials for the U.S. Department of Agriculture. 672. Goodlatte: Proposed Bill Should Help Farmers 2007-03-19 673. Physical Meets Spiritual Fitness 2007-03-19 674. Fighting Rising Costs 2007-03-12 675. Religion Calendar 2007-03-12 SATURDAY »BLUE RIDGE MINISTRIES will sponsor a Lenten retreat, “Whistling in the Dark,” led by Kevin Clark, pastor and spiritual director. The retreat will be from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Hochstedler’s Retreat in Harrisonburg. Cost is $20 for this half-day retreat. Call 438-0023 to register or for more information. 676. Presbyterian Moderator To Visit Valley 2007-03-12 Years ago, at a church where she first served as pastor in rural Georgia, the Rev. Joan S. Gray twice hosted an odd guest: a neighboring dog who sauntered in during a communion service. 677. Ride ’Em Cowboy 2007-02-27 678. Moving Wildlife Causes Problems 2007-02-24 679. On Call ... 2007-02-19 680. A Hearty Walk, Indeed 2007-02-11 HARRISONBURG – Stewart G. Pollock makes a living caring for hearts. And on Saturday he took steps — literally — to help fight the foes of humanity’s vital organ. 681. Religious Airwaves 2007-02-09 FULKS RUN – While Don Guthrie’s head may not be in the clouds, his feet seldom hit the ground. 682. Religion Calendar 2007-02-09 SATURDAY »LINVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH will host an all-you-can-eat country ham pot pie dinner at 1 p.m. Cost is $8 a person and includes homemade country pot pie, brown beans, coleslaw, apple sauce, corn bread, butter and a variety of desserts. Carry-out quarts are available for $6 each. Call 896-8432. 683. Singing Different Tunes 2007-02-05 684. Finding A Christian Date 2007-02-05 Carolyn Rehman rarely worries about finding others at James Madison University who share her Christian creed. 685. Mission Accomplished: Our Faith Editor Announces Retirement 2007-02-05 GROTTOES — Eugene K. Souder’s career as editor of a national Mennonite journal had to wait for a change of heart. 686. Class Project Promotes Environment 2007-01-30 687. Religion Calendar 2007-01-29 SATURDAY »BLUE RIDGE MINISTRIES, INC. will be offering “Spiritual Formation: Companions for the Journey” from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The second in a series of four workshops will be held in the West Dining Room at EMU. Call 438-0023. 688. Singing Different Tunes 2007-01-29 HARRISONBURG – Come to church on any given Sunday and, when the music starts, keep an open mind. 689. Online Classes Offer EMS Students Flexibility 2007-01-29 690. Prices Top Issue At Ag Conference 2007-01-23 691. Ruritan Project Helps Injured U.S. Soldiers 2007-01-08 692. EMS Grad Eyes ‘God’s Purpose’ 2007-01-02 693. Landes Surprised, Honored By State Farm Bureau Award 2006-12-18 694. Nativity Scenes 2006-12-16 695. Food Banks Under The Weather 2006-12-15 HARRISONBURG — This year Bob Blair’s Volunteer Farm in Shenandoah County had all the hands it needed: it was the elements that foiled the farm’s best intentions. 696. Land, Fuel Top Farmers’ Issues 2006-12-05 697. Dayton Parade Draws Festive Crowd 2006-12-04 698. Musician Finds Acceptance Slow 2006-11-27 HARRISONBURG — Rusty West needed years to find his purpose. And his discovery, he says, was worth the wait. 699. Religion Calendar 2006-11-17 SATURDAY »BETHEL CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN KEEZLETOWN, Va. 620 Mountain Valley Road, will host a tenderloin supper from 4-7 p.m. Proceeds from the meal will benefit the church renovation fund. Crafts and bake goods will also be offered for sale, proceeds to sponsor missionary Brian Bridges. 700. A New Approach 2006-11-17 HARRISONBURG – The spark that fueled Robert Reichard Jr. in his drive for a unique kind of Christian education was kindled during his senior year at Fuller (Calif.) Theological Seminary. 701. Not Your Grandfather’s Wood Stove 2006-11-13 702. State Field See More Yields, Less Cash 2006-11-11 703. Seeking A Private Alternative 2006-10-26 704. Field Day Gives Montevideo Youth A Glimpse At Agriculture 2006-10-19 705. Valley Gains First Star Trek Club 2006-10-09 706. A Crafty Escape 2006-10-09 707. EMHS Soccer Team Bikes For Orphans 2006-09-28 708. Nigerian Leaders Share Faith With Area COB Members 2006-09-27 BRIDGEWATER — Esther Mangzha calls herself a "radical" for Christ. "I came here because I want to serve God," Mangzha said at Tuesday’s luncheon at Bridgewater College. 709. Blanketing The World With Hope 2006-09-25 710. Pinwheels for Peace Unites Church, School 2006-09-22 711. Gifts Abroad Come Back With Love 2006-09-20 712. South African Trip Reunites Church, Children’s School 2006-09-11 713. Drought, Heat Take Toll 2006-09-09 714. Market’s New Location Gets Mixed Reviews 2006-09-05 715. Religion Calendar 2006-08-25 SATURDAY »FAITH ALIVE FELLOWSHIP, Shen-Elk Plaza, Elkton, will hold “Water Wars,” sponsored by the Youth WAV group of the church, at 5 p.m. at the Elkton Park (near the Monger Shelter). 716. Leading The Way: EMS Course To Train Adults As Mentors 2006-08-25 HARRISONBURG – A need to help adults guide youth has spawned a new academic curriculum at Eastern Mennonite Seminary. 717. Planned Centennial For Blessed Sacrament Will Look At Past And Future 2006-08-24 718. ‘Bluegrass In The Valley’ Draws Fun-Lovin’ Bands 2006-08-21 719. Beachfest Event Reaches Out To Troubled Gulf City 2006-08-19 720. State Defense Force Holds Recruiting 2006-08-12 721. Co-Ed Pulpits 2006-08-12 HARRISONBURG — Clara Gestwick jokes that, growing up in Florence, S.C., she vowed never to tie the knot with a man of the cloth. 722. This Year’s County Fair Labeled Larger, More Affordable 2006-08-10 723. National Moderator Urges Churches To "Take Risks" 2006-08-03 724. A Lesson On Leading 2006-07-31 725. Student Dives In To Mentor 2006-07-24 726. Coaches: More Pools Needed 2006-07-24 727. For Regional Food Farm, Bumper Crop Brings Mixed Blessings 2006-07-22 728. Apostolic Camp Returns To EMU 2006-07-15 Call it a match made for heaven. When the Apostolic Christian Church holds its 58th annual East-ern Camp meeting at Eastern Men-nonite University next week, the event will mark the sixth straight year the fellowship from Richmond has used the EMU campus. 729. Religion Calendar 2006-07-14 SATURDAY »BETHEL-KEEZLETOWN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN will hold a yard sale at 7 a.m. at Davis Equip-ment located on North Valley Pike (U.S. 11, north of Harrisonburg). Items include collectibles, furniture, house-wares, baby furniture, books, toys and more. 730. Revival Lasts Beyond Expectations 2006-07-14 When Brian Gillespie and other leaders of New Life Assembly of God in Broadway planned their church’s annual revival this past spring, they envisioned a typically short-term affair. 731. Religion Calendar 2006-07-07 SUNDAY »BERGTON GOSPEL CENTER, Va. 259, will host Bennie Roach in concert at 6:30 p.m. Call 852-9229. 732. Bypassing The Pulpit 2006-06-30 Two months ago, Laura Amstutz completed her education at Eastern Mennonite Seminary with half of what she needed for a profession in the pulpit: Amstutz, 25, had her calling card, a Masters of Divinity, but not a calling. 733. Religion Calendar 2006-06-30 SATURDAY »FULL GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE TABERNACLE, 1½ miles east of Elkton on U.S. 33, will hold revival services at 7 p.m. Jewel Forney from Gastonia, N.C., will be the guest speaker. Services will also be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday evening. Call 298-8618. 734. Back To Camp 2006-06-23 735. Religion Calendar 2006-06-23 SATURDAY »FRIEDENS UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Mount Crawford, will host a country gospel sing from 5-8 p.m. Music will be provided by Doyle Moats and Family and “Adoration.” The event will also include a country picnic supper, bring lawn chairs. A free will offering will be taken. 736. Farmers Worried About Water 2006-06-19 Dusty Rhodes says he and other farmers in Virginia still feel the sting of Gov. Tim Kaine’s rejection of an agriculturally friendly water-rights bill. 737. New Christian Book Store Goes "Extra Mile" 2006-06-17 738. New Veterans Group Touches Community 2006-06-13 Jeffrey A. Snyder never fired a gun, or even marched, on orders from Uncle Sam. 739. Foundation Boosts ‘Fridays’ 2006-06-12 740. Religion Calendar 2006-06-09 SATURDAY »BLUE RIDGE PENTECOSTAL CHURCH, Dovel Hollow Road, Stanley, will host The Ambassadors in concert at 7:30 p.m. 741. Extreme Church Makeover 2006-06-09 McGAHEYSVILLE — Wayne Pence candidly admits to having seen TV’s home-renovation reality show, “Extreme Home Makeover.” 742. Malice In The Palace 2006-06-02 A story of biblical heroine Esther will be told through song Monday night at a Rockingham County church. 743. Religion Calendar 2006-06-02 SATURDAY »LIVING WATER GOSPEL CHURCH, corner of U.S. 340 and Judy Lane in Stanley, will be hosting “His Ambassadors” in concert at 7 p.m. 744. Center Eyes Intergenerational Future 2006-05-30 745. Religion Calendar 2006-05-26 SATURDAY »FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH, 1310 Garbers Church Road, will host a trunk show by award winning quilter Linda Pool at 2:30 p.m. Free. A free will offering will be taken for Katrina disaster relief. 746. Building Biblical Knowledge 2006-05-26 As a student in her “Encounter with the New Testament” class, Gievanne Garcia hopes to kill two birds with one stone. 747. Memorial Day Observances Set 2006-05-26 748. Book Festival Promotes Literacy 2006-05-22 Seven-year-old Dakota Morris needed little time to make up his mind about which book he wanted. 749. State Apple Growers Struggle to Stay Upbeat 2006-05-16 750. Relay For Life Brings Festive Mood To Grim Subject 2006-05-13 751. Religion Calendar 2006-05-12 SATURDAY »JENKINS CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Mathias, W.Va., will hold their annual ramp supper from 4-7 p.m. in the church’s social hall. Dinner will include ramps, ham, fried potatoes, brown beans and corn bread. Free-will offering will be taken with proceeds to help with medical expenses of Cindy Dispanet. 752. Following The Path 2006-05-12 Eddie Lee has long believed that little happens by chance. His music career, Lee says, conforms to heavenly laws of destiny. 753. Relay For Life Honors Fight With Cancer 2006-05-11 754. ‘Blessed’ Women’s Conference Begins Today 2006-05-11 755. Religion Calendar 2006-05-05 SATURDAY »BERGTON/CRIDERS COMMUNITY gospel sing and worship will be held at the Bergton Recreation Center on Va. 826. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., there will be a gospel sing featuring Anita Shiflet of Broadway and the Yader family of Farmville. Food will be available. Tomorrow there will be a community worship service beginning with Sunday school at 10 a.m., followed by worship at 11 a.m. A carry-in meal will follow the service. 756. A Different View 2006-05-05 Nerves notwithstanding, worship services at some Presbyterian churches in the Harrisonburg area will have a different look. 757. Extension Office Hires New Staff 2006-04-29 758. Weighing Medical Ethics 2006-04-28 Dr. David Stevens, who once cared for the sick overseas, scarcely expected to become a conscience for medicine. 759. Religion Calendar 2006-04-21 760. The Bible — Zine Style 2006-04-21 A final judgment is still out on a Christian publication that blends teachings from the Bible’s New Testament with modern living. But based on evaluations of representatives from various churches in Rockingham County, early returns look shaky. 761. Produce Auction Returns With High Hopes 2006-04-19 762. Church Group Remembers Louisiana’s Needs 2006-04-18 763. Religion Calendar 2006-04-10 SATURDAY »ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 205 South Main Street, will pre-sent “The Carpenter,” a play by Dorothy Clarke Wilson, at 7 p.m., featuring a dessert thea-tre served between acts, and at 7 p.m. Sunday preceded by a fellowship/covered dish dinner at 6 p.m. Free. Nursery pro-vided. 764. Working Toward Peace 2006-04-10 Janita Daggy believes that aiding people in the Middle East enabled her to tackle a seemingly hopeless cause. 765. At War Event, Discourse Is Civil 2006-04-09 766. Religion Calendar 2006-03-31 SATURDAY »BETHEL CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, Va. 620 Mountain Valley Road, Keezletown, will hold revival services at 7 p.m. and at 11 a.m. on Sunday. Brian Bridges will be the guest speaker and special music will be featured each night. 767. Muhlenberg Lutheran Expands Services For Palm Sunday, Sees Congregation Expand 2006-03-31 On Palm Sunday, the pews of Muhlenberg Lutheran Church will be filled four times. 768. State Legislators Study Farm Issues With Care 2006-03-28 769. Country Music Returns To Fair 2006-03-22 770. Friends Say Strite Mixed Faith, Career Well 2006-03-16 771. EDGEFEST Targets Area Youth 2006-03-16 772. County Farms Host Agricultural Exchange 2006-03-10 773. EMU Hosting Youth Camp 2006-02-13 774. Cassini Probe Will Tell Solar System’s Start, Project Member Says 2006-02-11 775. Surviving And Thriving 2006-02-10 776. Religion Calendar 2006-02-10 SATURDAY 777. County Farm Noted For Land Management 2006-02-06 778. Farm Show Pitches Practical Gear 2006-01-25 779. Religion Calendar 2006-01-20 780. Clergy Renewal 2006-01-20 781. Church Groups Visit Gulf Coast 2006-01-17 782. New Produce Auction Building Rises 2006-01-16 783. Stories Of Redemption 2006-01-14 As an acclaimed Christian vocalist, Clay Crosse enjoyed an existence that seemed too good to be true. 784. Religion Calendar 2006-01-14 Click the red arrow to view religious events for the week. 785. Speaker: ‘Jesus Enjoyed Laughter’ 2006-01-12 786. Religion Calendar 2006-01-09 787. Calendar for Dec. 24-31 2005-12-24 788. Sharing The Gospel 2005-12-24 789. Religion Calendar 2005-12-16 790. Lessons Of Patience 2005-12-16 791. Religion Calendar 2005-12-15 792. On The Rise 2005-12-09 793. Space For The Kids 2005-12-02 794. Religion Calendar 2005-12-02 795. Religion Calendar 2005-12-15