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Bowl-Bound 2009-11-21
BROADWAY - On New Year\'s Eve, the Broadway High School marching band will hit the big time.
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Pickup Gets A Makeover 2009-11-20
HARRISONBURG - A group of students at Eastern Mennonite High School is getting charged up, literally.
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Mammograms: What To Do? 2009-11-19
HARRISONBURG - Local doctors say mammogram guidelines proposed by a government task force this week would lead to more breast cancer deaths.
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Va.\'s Water: It\'s Debatable 2009-11-18
HARRISONBURG - Virginia ranks second in the nation for toxic industrial discharges into waterways, according to a recently released study from a national environmental advocacy group.
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Puppet Master 2009-11-17
LACEY SPRING - The elementary school guidance counselor propped a puppet known as grandpa on her knee as she waited for her students to arrive.
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RMH Donates Defibrillators 2009-11-16
HARRISONBURG - Three area organizations now have tools to respond to a life-threatening emergency - cardiac arrest.
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A Good Retrofit 2009-11-14
MOUNT SIDNEY - For years, Ken Overway has dreamed of building a home with all the latest energy-saving technology.
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H1N1 Past Its Prime? 2009-11-13
HARRISONBURG - With the incidence of flu slowing, Rockingham Memorial Hospital will close its Flu Care Clinic after tonight, hospital officials say.
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Cultivating Local Interests 2009-11-13
HARRISONBURG - Area schoolchildren got a taste of local flavor this week as part of Virginia Farm-to-School Week, a statewide program aimed at getting locally grown food into schools.
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County Schools To Lengthen Grading Periods 2009-11-12
BROADWAY - Next year, Rockingham County students will begin receiving report cards every nine weeks instead of every six, as they do now.
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Some BHS Students Feel Unsafe 2009-11-11
BROADWAY - Parents of Broadway High School students told the Rockingham County School Board Tuesday night that minority students in the school feel threatened.
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Ford Stepping Down As City Schools Chief 2009-11-11
HARRISONBURG - The man who has led Harrisonburg City Public Schools for more than a decade is stepping down.
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Ford To Step Down As School Superintendent 2009-11-10
The man who has led the City Public Schools for more than a decade is stepping down.
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Longer Grading Periods Eyed 2009-11-10
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Students in Rockingham County Schools may soon be assessed on longer grading periods.
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Meeting To Address Underage Drinking 2009-11-10
HARRISONBURG - Nearly one in four kids in the area said they\'ve had a drink of alcohol within the last month, according to most recent survey on adolescent behavior in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County.
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Meals Tax To Aid New School 2009-11-07
Money generated by the Rockingham County meals tax the first year will likely help fund the opening of East Rockingham High School, said Schools Superintendent Carol Fenn.
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GPA Mandate Examined 2009-11-05
HARRISONBURG - City School Board is further scrutinizing its decision to raise the grading requirement for students participating in extracurricular activities.
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Smithland Eyes Immersion 2009-11-04
HARRISONBURG - Pending City School Board approval, Smithland Elementary School will be the first school in the division to have a foreign language immersion program.
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Language Immersion On Tap At City School Board Meeting 2009-11-03
HARRISONBURG - The City School Board will discuss foreign language immersion during its meeting tonight.
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Nothing To Sneeze At 2009-11-03
PENN LAIRD - Students at one local elementary school are ready to battle it out - with germs, that is.
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MTC To Hold Open House Tuesday 2009-11-02
HARRISONBURG - Community members will get a chance to tour Massanutten Technical Center during the school\'s annual open house Tuesday.
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County Schools Budget Faces Grim Forecast 2009-10-31
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Rockingham County School Division\'s forecast for next year\'s budget is
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$4M Boost Aids County Schools 2009-10-31
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Rockingham County Schools received $4 million in federal stabilization money this year and it will likely receive more next year, although it\'s unclear how much, division officials say.
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City Man Charged In Peeping Case 2009-10-30
HARRISONBURG - City police say they arrested and charged a man over the weekend for peeping into a residence on South Mason Street, but it\'s unclear whether he is connected to other recent peeping incidences.
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County Schools Relax Teacher Dress Code 2009-10-30
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Rockingham County male teachers can now go to work a little more relaxed - when it comes to their attire, anyway.
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Salvation Army Collecting Coats 2009-10-29
HARRISONBURG - The Salvation Army is collecting winter coats to distribute to community members in need.
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Co-Op Eyes Downtown Spot 2009-10-29
HARRISONBURG - The Friendly City Food Co-Op grocery store could soon have a place to call home, but one hurdle potentially stands in the way.
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RMH Moves Flu Clinic, Extends Hours 2009-10-28
HARRISONBURG - Beginning Monday, Rockingham Memorial Hospital\'s Flu Care Clinic will operate out of a new location with expanded hours.
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Flu Vaccine Shortage Hits Home In Valley 2009-10-28
HARRISONBURG - Despite delays, the Virginia Department of Health has finally received a few doses of the H1N1 flu vaccine, but many local immunization sites are still without it.
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Parts Of Skyline To Close At Night 2009-10-27
Parts of Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park will be closed at night during the state\'s hunting season to prevent illegal hunting within the park, a sanctuary for wildlife.
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Wayland Tops In Tech 2009-10-27
BRIDGEWATER - With a plastic container, a couple feet of green scrap paper and a piece of pipe cleaner, a new plant species was born -
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Downtown Businesses Get Grants 2009-10-26
HARRISONBURG - Twelve downtown businesses have been awarded thousands of dollars in Downtown Facade Enhancement Grants to help improve the look of their buildings.
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Central Valley Schools Show Off Wealth Of Talent 2009-10-26
HARRISONBURG - The four local high school marching bands did their schools proud Saturday at the Parade of Champions competition at James Madison University.
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Battle Of The Bands 2009-10-26
HARRISONBURG - Despite early morning wind and rain, James Madison University\'s Bridgeforth Stadium was booming with music Saturday as high school bands from throughout the mid-Atlantic region took to the field for the Parade of Champions competition.
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Social Services Offers Fuel Aid 2009-10-24
HARRISONBURG - The Virginia Department of Social Services is taking applications for home heating fuel assistance.
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Campus Police Charge Reporters 2009-10-24
HARRISONBURG - Two James Madison University student reporters say the college violated their First Amendment rights when it pressed judicial charges against them after they entered a dormitory to gather information for a news story.
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RMH Implements Visitation Restrictions 2009-10-24
HARRISONBURG - In an effort to slow the spread of flu, Rockingham Memorial Hospital is implementing visitation restrictions.
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Ruritans Holding Food Drive 2009-10-23
Area Ruritan Clubs are teaming up with AARP to collect donations for local food banks. Eight area clubs will join Ruritans throughout the state in collecting donations at their sites for the AARP/Ruritan Community Food Drive Saturday.
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New Owner For Dialysis Center? 2009-10-23
STANLEY- The University of Virginia Page Dialysis center in Stanley could soon have a new owner.
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City Graduations Rebound; County Keeps Rate High 2009-10-22
HARRISONBURG - City students graduated at a significantly higher rate in 2009 than the year before, but still trailed the statewide figure by a few percentage points.
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Going Up, Going Down 2009-10-21
HARRISONBURG - Enrollment in one area school division is up compared to last year, while it is down slightly in another.
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Tax It To Me 2009-10-19
HARRISONBURG - While many people would do practically anything to avoid a higher tax bill, some area residents are willingly paying a tax that\'s not even required.
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Center Calls For Diversity Discussion 2009-10-15
HARRISONBURG - The Community Mediation Center is looking for partners for its latest community dialogue - The Harrisonburg Intercultural/Interfaith summit.
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City Schools Getting In Touch 2009-10-15
HARRISONBURG - City schools will soon implement a notification system aimed at better informing parents of happenings in the division.
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Schools Taking H1N1 ‘Seriously\' 2009-10-14
ELKTON - Once the H1N1 flu vaccine is available, Rockingham County schools will serve as immunization sites for students and staff.
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Motorists Beware 2009-10-13
HARRISONBURG - Last week\'s fatal crash on Interstate 81 involving a deer is a tragic reminder that motorists must look out for the animals, particularly this time of year.
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SNP To Celebrate Wilderness Weekend 2009-10-12
In honor of its 33rd anniversary as a designated wilderness area, Shenandoah National Park will host Wilderness Weekend this weekend.
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Salvation Army Preps For Holidays 2009-10-10
HARRISONBURG - The Salvation Army of Harrisonburg is taking applications for seasonal assistance. It also is looking for volunteers for the holiday season.
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Carbon Cutters 2009-10-10
PENN LAIRD - Schools consume a lot of energy. That\'s what some area students are finding out as they work to decrease their school\'s carbon footprint and get others thinking about the environment.
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Opening Their Hearts To Care 2009-10-10
MCGAHEYSVILLE - The latest lesson at one area school has students engaging not only their minds but also their hearts.
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Shenandoah National Park Begins ‘Recovery\' Projects 2009-10-09
Shenandoah National Park is beginning to put to use the federal money it\'s receiving under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
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RMH To Wait For H1N1 Shots 2009-10-08
HARRISONBURG - Health-care workers across the state are beginning to be immunized with the first doses of the H1N1 influenza vaccine, but Rockingham Memorial Hospital employees have yet to receive it, officials said.
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‘It\'s Just A Huge Relief\' 2009-10-08
HARRISONBURG - For one area couple, finding a little time alone almost always involves recruiting the help of others.
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JMU Gets Grant For ‘Health Bites\' 2009-10-08
HARRISONBURG - Thanks to a multimillion-dollar grant, James Madison University professionals are working on a project they say could become a model for promoting nutritional wellness throughout the state and beyond.
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City Schools To Host Immunization Clinics 2009-10-07
HARRISONBURG - City schools will serve as H1N1 immunization sites, once the vaccine is available.
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JMU Plans Autism Center 2009-10-06
HARRISONBURG - With autism on the rise, the need for services addressing the disorder is greater than ever before.
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A Real Snoozer 2009-10-06
HARRISONBURG - Students in the newest course at Blue Ridge Community College may just get away with nodding off in class.
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County School Bus Driver Charged 2009-10-03
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - A Rockingham County substitute school bus driver has been dismissed from his job and charged with a felony in connection with driving a school bus under the influence of alcohol, according to officials with the county sheriff\'s department and the school division.
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Getting To Know Poe 2009-10-02
HARRISONBURG - Area residents are ready to get to know Poe and now they have the books to prove it.
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Forestry Department Awarded $1 Million 2009-10-01
HARRISONBURG - The Virginia Department of Forestry has been awarded more than $1 million in federal stimulus money for projects throughout the Shenandoah Valley, including those in Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, and 15 other localities.
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The Green Mile 2009-10-01
HARRISONBURG - Lara Mack never drives a car. In fact, she doesn\'t even have a driver\'s license.
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‘The Big Push\' 2009-09-30
HARRISONBURG - Like a woman on the verge of giving birth, the organizers of the Friendly City Food Co-op are making \"The Big Push.\"
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REFI Celebrates 15 Years 2009-09-30
HARRISONBURG - Members of Rockingham Educational Foundation Inc. know that when life hands you lemons, you make lemonade.
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Rabies Awareness Week Kicks Off 2009-09-29
HARRISONBURG - The Central Shenandoah Health District and local veterinarians are urging residents to have their pets vaccinated for rabies.
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RMH Flu-Care Clinic Opens 2009-09-26
HARRISONBURG - Rockingham Memorial Hospital has opened a walk-in clinic specifically for patients suffering from flu-like symptoms.
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High-Tech Means Doctor Is In 2009-09-26
HARRISONBURG - When Amanda White found out she was pregnant, she knew she would have trouble making it to her weekly doctor\'s appointments in Charlottesville.
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Ageless Wonders 2009-09-25
HARRISONBURG - For at least 15 years, LaRue Cornish has wanted to go up in a hot-air balloon.
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Want Flu Shot? No Problem 2009-09-24
HARRISONBURG - Health department officials anticipate having plenty of seasonal and, once its available, H1N1 vaccine to go around this year.
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Who\'ll Pay For Schools? 2009-09-23
LINVILLE - Rockingham County residents have a choice: They can either have help paying for schools or they can foot the bill themselves.
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Carter: Support Peace 2009-09-22
HARRISONBURG - Former President Jimmy Carter urged those who attended his visit to the city Monday night to support efforts to create peace in the Middle East.
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Ready For The Call 2009-09-21
HARRISONBURG - When the Harrisonburg Rescue Squad formed 60 years ago, it was a simple agency focused solely on transporting people to the hospital.
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Active Aging 2009-09-19
HARRISONBURG - About a decade ago, Sharon Tayne fell on ice and injured her back.
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100% Grade 2009-09-18
HARRISONBURG - Both local school divisions and their respective schools have earned full state accreditation for student achievement, the Virginia Department of Education announced Wednesday.
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A Smooth Transition 2009-09-17
As plans ensue to open East Rockingham High School next year, the principal says he is committed to making the transition for students as smooth as possible.
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Beaming With Pride 2009-09-17
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - As Eric Baylor looked down at the piles of uniform catalogs and sample jerseys laid out in front of him, his eyes shone with pride.
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RMH Puts Emphasis On H1N1 2009-09-16
HARRISONBURG - With an anticipated increase in flu cases due to the new H1N1 virus, Rockingham Memorial Hospital is planning a clinic specifically for flu patients.
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RMH Births Down A Second Year 2009-09-12
HARRISONBURG - In line with a national trend, records show that Rockingham Memorial Hospital had 2.6 percent fewer births in 2008 compared to the previous year.
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New Quarter To Feature SNP 2009-09-11
In the coming years, folks will be able to carry a little piece of Shenandoah National Park around in their pockets.
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Urban Jungle 2009-09-11
HARRISONBURG - On East Market Street, amid the bustle of the city\'s downtown, a natural oasis has sprouted in perhaps the most unlikely of places.
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Local Schools Wary 2009-09-10
HARRISONBURG - Local school superintendents are relieved the governor\'s state budget cuts spared K-12 public education this year. But, they say, they\'re cautious about the future.
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Student-Moms\' Outlook Dims 2009-09-09
HARRISONBURG - If her high school did not have a child care program, Maryuri Aleman says, she might have dropped out by now.
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Schools To Air Obama 2009-09-05
HARRISONBURG - Some area schools will show President Barack Obama\'s national address to students Tuesday, which has some parents concerned.
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Boys & Girls Club To Hold Kids\' Day 2009-09-04
HARRISONBURG - The Boys & Girls Clubs of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County will hold a special day for area youth and their families later this month.
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H1N1 Affects School In City 2009-09-03
HARRISONBURG - It\'s only the second week of the school year, but already two city students have confirmed cases of novel H1N1 flu, according to Harrisonburg Schools Superintendent Donald Ford.
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No Free Ride For Students Attending Governor\'s School 2009-09-02
HARRISONBURG - The city schools division will not pay dual-enrollment tuition for governor\'s school students.
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Certified Excellence 2009-09-02
HARRISONBURG - When Robert Fulk graduates high school, he will have the skills needed to land a job as an automotive technician.
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Deer-Feeding Now Illegal 2009-09-01
Starting today, it is illegal to feed deer in Virginia, according to the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.
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Deeds Talks Health Care 2009-09-01
HARRISONBURG - State Sen. Creigh Deeds, D-Hot Springs, visited the city as part of his gubernatorial campaign on Saturday.
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City Board Eyes Governor\'s School Tuition 2009-09-01
HARRISONBURG - Traditionally, Harrisonburg students attending governor\'s school have paid for dual-enrollment tuition themselves.
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Moving On In 2009-08-31
BRIDGEWATER - Nineteen-year-old Adam Utz did something this weekend he\'d never done before - he made his bed.
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Deeds Talks Health Care 2009-08-31
HARRISONBURG - State Sen. Creigh Deeds, D-Hot Springs, visited the city as part of his gubernatorial campaign on Saturday.
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Caverns Transfer Moves Forward 2009-08-29
VERONA - The last pieces of a plan for Grottoes to take over Grand Caverns and the land it sits on are coming together.
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Health Summit Set For Saturday 2009-08-29
HARRISONBURG - Local residents interested in sharing ideas about health care issues will have an opportunity to do so during a community summit this weekend.
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A Journey To The Homeland 2009-08-29
KEEZLETOWN - While a trip abroad is an exciting time for most anyone, two area teens had an extra-special reason to be enthusiastic about their recent tour of Africa - it's their homeland.
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Exploring The Arctic's Edge 2009-08-28
PORT REPUBLIC - When 17-year-old Drake Cary was little, he spent a lot of time outdoors. Drake could often be found playing in the mud, wading in the nearby river or constructing a fort in his family's sprawling yard in Port Republic.
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Health Summit Set For Saturday 2009-08-28
HARRISONBURG - Local residents interested in sharing ideas about health care issues will have an opportunity to do so during a community summit this weekend.
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Local Students Score Well On SAT 2009-08-27
HARRISONBURG - On average, local graduates who took the SAT college admissions exam in 2009 scored better than other public school students in the state and across the nation, recently released test results show.
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Breathing New Life Into History 2009-08-27
ZENDA - When Al Jenkins began working to preserve the historic Longs Chapel three years ago, he was on a lone mission.
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Don't Worry, Mom 2009-08-26
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - As she entered River Bend Elementary School on Tuesday, Kelly Downey vowed not to cry.
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Car Kills Bicycle Rider 2009-08-26
HARRISONBURG - A man riding a bike died Tuesday morning after being struck by a car in the westbound lane of Port Republic Road, about a mile east of Cross Keys Road in Rockingham County.
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Bicyclist Killed On Port Republic Road 2009-08-25
HARRISONBURG — A man riding a bike died this morning after being struck by a car in the westbound lane of Port Republic Road in Rockingham County.
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| 102. |
Dayton Man Wins $250,000 2009-08-22
DAYTON - Randy Long was at work Tuesday morning when he realized he'd hit it big. Long, 43, of Dayton, was on a break from his job as a maintenance mechanic at Marshalls in Bridgewater when he got a call from his sister, Lavonne Slye.
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Ready To Learn 2009-08-22
HARRISONBURG - Samantha McCormick is breathing a little easier. McCormick, a Rockingham County resident, was one of hundreds of parents who stopped by the Salvation Army Tools for School distribution Friday.
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State Scores Well On ACT 2009-08-21
HARRISONBURG - Harrisonburg High School seniors who took the ACT college admissions exam in 2009 scored slightly lower than the state average, while Rockingham County seniors generally performed better.
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| 105. |
‘Roped' Into The Horticulture Contest 2009-08-21
HARRISONBURG - Jan Layman did something at this year's Rockingham County Fair that she'd never done in the 50-plus years she's been going to the fair - she entered a contest.
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Summer's Last Blast 2009-08-21
HARRISONBURG - For many, the Rockingham County Fair conjures a mix of emotions. The fair is the last major community event of the summer.
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Amber Alert Ends In County 2009-08-20
HARRISONBURG - A woman wanted as part of a nationwide Amber Alert for allegedly abducting her own children was arrested early Wednesday morning in Rockingham County.
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| 108. |
SNP Visits On The Rebound 2009-08-19
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK - If the first half of this year is any indication, Shenandoah National Park could break a decade-long cycle of declining visitation.
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| 109. |
Gas Leak Closes Road 2009-08-19
HARRISONBURG - A portion of Liberty Street was closed much of the day Tuesday as crews worked to secure a gas leak.
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| 110. |
Gas Leak Closes Sections Of Downtown Roads 2009-08-18
HARRISONBURG - South Liberty Street in front of the former Wetsel Seed building is closed as fire officials work to secure a gas leak.
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Extra Class Time On Tap For Kids 2009-08-18
HARRISONBURG - The city School Board will hear a report tonight on how elementary school students will use the extra 15 minutes they'll spend each day in class this year.
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Methane Pipeline Under Construction 2009-08-17
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Construction of a $2.5 million pipeline that will deliver methane gas from the county landfill to Rockingham Memorial Hospital's new campus has started.
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| 113. |
Brain-Injury Group Earns $267K Grant 2009-08-15
HARRISONBURG -Crossroads to Brain Injury Recovery Inc. is among eight state organizations awarded a state grant for brain injury services.
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| 114. |
Filling Unmet Needs 2009-08-15
HARRISONBURG - Area adults, particularly those on limited incomes, now have another option when it comes to medical care.
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City, County Schools ‘Pass' 2009-08-14
HARRISONBURG - Harrisonburg and Rockingham County school divisions both met federal accountability benchmarks this year, even though some schools within each division did not.
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| 116. |
Great Outdoorsman 2009-08-13
TIMBERVILLE - Frank Showalter has always been an outdoorsman. When he was a kid, Showalter grew up on a farm in Montezuma and every chance he got he went to Dry River, where he played in the water and fished along the banks.
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| 117. |
Room To Grow At EMES 2009-08-12
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Students at Eastern Mennonite Elementary School will have lots of room to grow this year.
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| 118. |
‘Once-In-A-Lifetime' Adventure 2009-08-11
HARRISONBURG - When school starts in the coming weeks, two area high school students will have no problem writing essays about what they did during summer vacation.
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| 119. |
Staying Smart In School 2009-08-11
PENN LAIRD - If you haven't been in a school for 10 years or more, chances are you wouldn't recognize today's classroom.
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| 120. |
City No. 1 In Va. For Uninsured 2009-08-08
HARRISONBURG - Some local health care providers say they are not all that shocked that Harrisonburg has the largest percentage of uninsured in the state.
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| 121. |
Sales Tax Holiday Kicks Off Today 2009-08-07
HARRISONBURG - Parents gearing their kids up for school will get a little relief at the register this weekend during the 2009 August Sales Tax Holiday.
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| 122. |
Born To Teach 2009-08-07
PENN LAIRD - It seems the new Spotswood High School principal was destined to be an educator.
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| 123. |
New Rules A Litter Bit Too Much? 2009-08-06
HARRISONBURG - The Department of Environmental Quality has proposed new regulations on poultry litter, but some in the industry think the idea stinks.
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| 124. |
Red Cross Holding Up In Bad Economy 2009-08-04
HARRISONBURG - The regional chapter of the American Red Cross is holding steady despite the economic downturn and increased demand for services, officials say.
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| 125. |
All Revved Up 2009-08-04
HARRISONBURG - As Congress decides whether to put more money into the hugely popular
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| 126. |
Elkton To Perform Weekly Water Tests 2009-08-01
ELKTON - The latest test results from one of Elkton's water sources show the quality is
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| 127. |
‘Hands Off Our Health Care' 2009-08-01
HARRISONBURG - A campaign against government-operated health care stopped in the city Friday morning, drawing upward of 50 community members.
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| 128. |
Showing Their Muscle 2009-07-31
HARRISONBURG - Despite the tough economy, area fitness centers continue to see strong membership.
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| 129. |
Making The Grade Easier To Grab 2009-07-31
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Parents of Rockingham County middle and high school students will soon have more access to their students' grades and attendance records.
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| 130. |
Salvation Army Gets A Windfall 2009-07-30
HARRISONBURG - The Salvation Army of Harrisonburg has come into a much-needed windfall.
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| 131. |
Agencies Awarded Grants 2009-07-29
HARRISONBURG - Several local agencies are among more than 100 organizations from across the state to receive grants to support homeless service programs.
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| 132. |
RMH Cancer Center Construction Under Way 2009-07-28
HARRISONBURG - Construction of Rockingham Memorial Hospital's new Hahn Cancer Center and office building is under way.
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| 133. |
Schools Prepare For Flu 2009-07-25
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| 134. |
Caverns Hosts Extra-Special Guests 2009-07-24
LURAY - Luray Caverns entertained extra-special guests Thursday, when first lady Michelle Obama and her daughters stopped at the Shenandoah Valley attraction for a private tour.
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| 135. |
Balancing Act 2009-07-23
HARRISONBURG - Some local business owners say they may be forced to raise prices to compensate for the federal minimum wage increase set to take effect Friday.
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| 136. |
Dickenson: ‘A Tireless Educator' 2009-07-22
HARRISONBURG - Carroll Lee Dickenson had a glass-half-full mentality and his optimism was contagious, say those who knew him.
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| 137. |
Robot Masters 2009-07-22
BROADWAY - Two Broadway High School students credit their time on the school's gridiron for their recent success on the national scholastic stage.
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| 138. |
RMH Unveils New Identity 2009-07-18
HARRISONBURG - As it prepares to move into its new state-of-the-art facility, Rockingham Memorial Hospital is getting a fresh, Zenlike identity.
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| 139. |
Rx Doesn't Mean Risk-Free 2009-07-17
HARRISONBURG - Many people think prescription drugs are safe just because they have a doctor's name on them.
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| 140. |
Nursing Programs Stable 2009-07-16
HARRISONBURG - Rockingham Memorial Hospital's new nursing model will not negatively affect area nursing programs, school officials say.
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| 141. |
An Act Of Friendship 2009-07-15
HARRISONBURG - The Friendship HomeStore is the mother of all recycling centers. The Harrisonburg store doesn't melt aluminum cans or dismantle old computers.
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| 142. |
Schools Plan For Windfall 2009-07-15
PENN LAIRD - Thanks to federal stimulus money, the Rockingham County Schools Division will add assistants and programs to Title 1 schools during the next two school years.
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| 143. |
RMH Shifts Nursing Roles 2009-07-13
HARRISONBURG - Many things will change when Rockingham Memorial Hospital moves into its new digs in 2010, including the makeup of its nursing staff.
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| 144. |
RMH Monitoring Visitors For Flu 2009-07-11
HARRISONBURG - With the continued proliferation of the H1N1 virus, Rockingham Memorial Hospital is taking extra precautions to keep patients, guests and hospital staff healthy.
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| 145. |
Bolling Focuses On Jobs 2009-07-11
HARRISONBURG - If the stars align, Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling says he will spend his second term in office as
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| 146. |
Metro's Growth Remains Steady 2009-07-09
HARRISONBURG - The latest estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau confirm that the region's population is growing steadily, while the number of Hispanics calling Virginia home has increased dramatically since 2000.
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Center Gets $240K Injection 2009-07-02
The Harrisonburg Community Health Center got a shot in the proverbial arm earlier this week with the release of more than $13 million in grants to the center and similar health care facilities across the commonwealth.
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Reactions Mixed To Proposed Change In Stormwater Rules 2009-07-01
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City Dwellers Dig Community Garden's Bounty 2009-06-30
HARRISONBURG - When Adela Lopez and her family moved to the city five years ago, she didn't think she would be able to have a garden.
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Creating A New Kind Of Community 2009-06-30
HARRISONBURG - One local organization is encouraging residents to think beyond themselves and consider the impact their lifestyles have on the community and beyond.
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Bears Avoid Humans; Attracted To Food 2009-06-27
Virginia is home to about 12,000 black bears, about half of which live in the central Shenandoah Valley, according to the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.
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Virginia Has ‘Bearish' Outlook 2009-06-27
HARRISONBURG - The black bear population in Virginia is growing steadily, making it more likely for people to see them in residential areas, according to the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.
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‘A Model For The State' 2009-06-26
HARRISONBURG - Virginia state senators who toured Massanutten Technical Center on Thursday called the center a model for the state.
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| 154. |
The Power Of Caring 2009-06-25
HARRISONBURG - Children at Camp Kaleidoscope made a few new friends Wednesday when a band of high school students from Vermont spent the day volunteering at the retreat.
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| 155. |
Abundant Rain Also Means Pain 2009-06-24
HARRISONBURG - While the recent abundance of rain has brought such pleasures as thriving gardens and green lawns, it also has resulted in a few obnoxious elements - particularly lots of mosquitoes.
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Interior Chief Visits SNP 2009-06-23
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK - Interior Secretary Ken Salazar knelt down in the Big Meadows Swamp at Shenandoah National Park on Monday and examined the bed of plants and weeds covering the ground beneath him.
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Summer Lunch Program To Start 2009-06-20
HARRISONBURG - More than half the city's students receive free and reduced lunch during the school year, but when summer comes many of those children don't have consistent access to nutritious meals.
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RMH Skeptical Of Reforms 2009-06-20
HARRISONBURG - As lawmakers mull President Obama's plan for health care reform, Rockingham Memorial Hospital's top official remains a skeptic.
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| 159. |
Fire Guts County Home 2009-06-19
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Maurice Kaufman was at the store for just a few minutes Thursday, but by the time he returned home, smoke was pouring out of every cranny of his house.
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Hearings Tonight On Local Creeks 2009-06-18
HARRISONBURG - Those interested in the conditions of Mossy Creek, Long Glade Run and Naked Creek will have a chance to weigh in on the matter during a meeting tonight.
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City Schools Alters Schedules For Fall 2009-06-18
HARRISONBURG - Students in Harrisonburg City Schools can expect to be on a different schedule next year.
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| 162. |
WNS Not Yet Confirmed In Local Bats 2009-06-18
It remains unclear whether bats found earlier this year in Endless Caverns were infected with a mysterious fungus that has wiped out hundreds of thousands of bats in the Northeast.
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| 163. |
Harrisonburg School Board Rewards Employees With Bonuses 2009-06-17
HARRISONBURG - City school employees will soon receive "thank you" bonuses for keeping expenditures low this past school year.
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| 164. |
Downey To Lead BRCC 2009-06-16
WEYERS CAVE - A familiar face has been named president of Blue Ridge Community College. Virginia's Community Colleges announced Monday that John A. Downey has been selected to lead BRCC.
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Downey To Head BRCC 2009-06-15
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| 166. |
Health Care In A Sick Economy 2009-06-12
HARRISONBURG - Kathy Spitzer, 43, didn't know how she would get treatment for her chronic health problems after losing her job and health insurance earlier this year.
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| 167. |
Schools Mull Leveling The Playing Field 2009-06-11
BROADWAY - In the coming years, Rockingham County students may be scored on a different grading scale and have longer grading periods.
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| 168. |
Parents' Passion Still High 2009-06-10
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Achieving The American Dream 2009-06-10
DAYTON - Victor F. Carranza Martinez came to this country in search of the American dream. And, by all accounts, he's well on his way to finding it.
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| 170. |
Tornado Strike Confirmed 2009-06-05
STANLEY - Charlene Meister and her 3-year-old daughter, Madison, were sitting on their sofa Wednesday evening when the wind picked up and the sky turned dark.
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| 171. |
‘Freedom' Tour 2009-06-05
HARRISONBURG - The kids were impressed with many aspects of the self-sufficient Freedom House, but they were most in awe over the fact that nearly all the water used in the home comes right out of the sky.
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Dominion Donates $10K To Free Clinic 2009-06-04
HARRISONBURG - The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Free Clinic received a $10,000 contribution from Dominion Virginia Power this week, a welcome boost to the nonprofit clinic's spring fundraising campaign.
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| 173. |
An Extraordinary Educator 2009-06-03
HARRISONBURG - One day during his physical science class, teacher E. Yager Marks talked about how human physiology makes it difficult for people to do such things as simultaneously pat their heads and rub their stomachs.
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| 174. |
RMH Recognized For Effort To Build ‘Green' Hospital 2009-06-03
HARRISONBURG - Rockingham Memorial Hospital is being recognized for its efforts to build the first
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| 175. |
All City Schools To Open Before Labor Day 2009-06-03
HARRISONBURG - The State Board of Education has granted the city school division's request to open its schools prior to Labor Day this fall.
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| 176. |
A Sustainable Discussion 2009-06-01
HARRISONBURG - Nearly 200 people gathered downtown Saturday morning to form an agenda for the first Mayor's Sustainability Summit.
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| 177. |
TA's Moore Gets DN-R Leadership Award 2009-05-30
BRIDGEWATER - Virginia Moore feels honored. On Friday, Moore was presented with the final Daily News-Record Leadership Award of the year during a ceremony at Turner Ashby High School.
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Graduation With A Purpose 2009-05-30
HARRISONBURG - Lucinda Strother blew kisses up into the air as she walked across the stage to receive her diploma during National College's commencement Friday night.
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| 179. |
County School Bus In Crash 2009-05-30
DAYTON - A Rockingham County School bus filled with students was involved in a crash with a car Friday afternoon in Dayton.
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No Students Injured In Dayton School Bus Crash 2009-05-29
DAYTON — A Rockingham County School bus filled with students was involved in a crash with a car in Dayton this afternoon.
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| 181. |
Committed To Quality 2009-05-29
HARRISONBURG - Despite a taxing budget year and constant challenges to meet the needs of a diverse student body, the Harrisonburg City Schools division is on the right track, said Superintendent Donald Ford.
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| 182. |
Project To Aid Iraqi Children 2009-05-29
HARRISONBURG - For the past month, students and staff at Stone Spring Elementary School have collected school supplies for children in the Middle East.
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| 183. |
Foundation Honors Harrisonburg's Top Teachers 2009-05-29
HARRISONBURG - Eight Harrisonburg teachers, one from each of the division's schools, were recognized as Educators of the Year during the fourth annual Harrisonburg Education Foundation Breakfast of Champions on Thursday.
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| 184. |
Schools Seek State OK For Early Start 2009-05-28
HARRISONBURG - City Schools Superintendent Donald Ford will make his case for opening all the division's schools before Labor Day next school year during a video conference with the State Board of Education today.
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Keeping Current On The River's Health 2009-05-27
McGAHEYSVILLE - Standing in a fishing boat in the South Fork of the Shenandoah River, the biologist pulled an adult smallmouth bass out of a bucket and examined its epidermal surface.
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Broadway's Ritchie Takes DN-R Leadership Award 2009-05-23
The Broadway High School senior was on the edge of his seat Friday as the winner of the Daily News-Record Leadership Award was about to be announced.
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| 187. |
Four In 10 2009-05-21
HARRISONBURG - About four out of every 10 students in Harrisonburg City Schools were enrolled in English as a Second Language as of April, according to the division's latest report.
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| 188. |
Taking On Problems One Of Sara Hulvey's Specialties 2009-05-20
BRIDGEWATER - While Sara Hulvey isn't exactly sure what she wants to do for a career, chances are she'll be working with numbers.
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Wilfong Keeps Time Full With Classes, Extracurriculars 2009-05-20
BRIDGEWATER - Throughout his high school career, Bradley Wilfong has been among the best and brightest students in his class.
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Tasting The Local Flavor 2009-05-20
HARRISONBURG - Harrisonburg and Rockingham County students will get a little local flavor next week during Local Foods Day.
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| 191. |
County Educators Honored At Banquet 2009-05-20
HARRISONBURG - The teachers honored Tuesday night during the 12th annual Partners in Education Banquet for Rockingham County Schools have a combined teaching experience of more than 300 years.
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A World Of Ideas 2009-05-16
ELKTON - Arielle Beasley and Adam Heinemann have been best friends for two years. The Elkton Middle School eighth-graders met in sixth grade and initially didn't hit it off.
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| 193. |
Public Speaks Out On Teacher Firing 2009-05-15
MCGAHEYSVILLE - Nearly a dozen parents spoke during the Rockingham County School Board meeting Tuesday night in support of a John C. Myers Elementary School teacher fired last week for unspecified reasons.
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| 194. |
Making The Cut 2009-05-15
HARRISONBURG - Dick Myers was thrilled Thursday when he got confirmation that his auto dealership, Dick Myers Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep, is not part of a nationwide shutdown of Chrysler dealerships.
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| 195. |
Too Old To Date 2009-05-14
HARRISONBURG - Samantha Offenbacker, 18, a Spotswood High School senior, has her prom dress ready for this weekend.
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| 196. |
City, County Enrollment On The Rise 2009-05-13
HARRISONBURG - Enrollment in Virginia's public schools is expected to increase in the next few years and local schools are slated to follow the trend, according to a University of Virginia report.
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| 197. |
Spilled Sewage Leads To Fine 2009-05-13
HARRISONBURG - The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality wants to charge Harrisonburg more than $15,000 for a sewage spill that polluted Seiberts and Blacks runs in November.
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| 198. |
Sorority Pumps Up Heart Program With $14K Gift 2009-05-11
HARRISONBURG - Alpha Phi Sorority of James Madison University donated $14,235 to the Rockingham Memorial Hospital Heart Check program.
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| 199. |
Bat Illness Spells Trouble For Farmers 2009-05-11
HARRISONBURG - Although they are largely misunderstood, bats are considered among the most beneficial animals in the United States.
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| 200. |
Getting Technical 2009-05-08
HARRISONBURG - A lot of money exchanged hands during the Massanutten Technical Center Foundation's annual Community Leaders Breakfast on Thursday.
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| 201. |
A Century Behind The Lens 2009-05-07
HARRISONBURG - Although the photo studio had been in her family for two generations, Christa Gitchell never planned to take over the business.
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Foundation Gives SRI $100K Grant 2009-05-07
HARRISONBURG - SRI International's Center for Advanced Drug Research in Rockingham County has received a $100,000 grant for tuberculosis research.
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| 203. |
RMH Spreads Defibrillators Around 2009-05-06
HARRISONBURG - Dr. Frank Gearing III owes his life to a small electronic device. On March 27, 2008, Gearing was playing tennis during a vacation at Smith Mountain Lake, when he started to feel as though he was going to have a heart attack.
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| 204. |
Public Asked To Weigh In On DEQ's South Fork Study 2009-05-05
SHENANDOAH - The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality will present the findings of its latest study of the impaired South Fork of the Shenandoah River at a public meeting later this month.
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| 205. |
Stanley Receives $100K In Stimulus 2009-05-05
STANLEY - The town of Stanley will receive $100,000 in federal economic stimulus funds to fix its sewer system.
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| 206. |
Merck's DEQ Limits Increase 2009-05-02
EKLTON - Come 2011, Merck's Stonewall Plant in Elkton will be permitted to discharge an increased amount of nutrients into the Shenandoah River, one of the many waterways that eventually flow into the Chesapeake Bay.
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| 207. |
Stimulus Money Targeted At Skyline Drive Restoration 2009-04-30
Shenandoah National Park will receive more than $17 million in federal economic stimulus money, according to the U.S. Department of the Interior.
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| 208. |
Area School Officials Keep Their Eyes Peeled 2009-04-30
HARRISONBURG — In light of the swine flu outbreak, area school officials are keeping a close eye on students.
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| 209. |
Ready For The Flu 2009-04-29
HARRISONBURG - Although no cases of swine influenza have been confirmed in Virginia, local health officials say they are monitoring the situation closely.
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Bigger, Better RMH Shaping Up 2009-04-29
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - To get an idea of the enormity of the new Rockingham Memorial Hospital, one need only look at the ductwork.
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| 211. |
A Revolutionary Lesson Plan 2009-04-25
LACEY SPRING - Fifth-grade students at Lacey Spring Elementary School took a trip into the past Friday during the school's Colonial Day.
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| 212. |
Endless Caverns Bats Suspect 2009-04-25
Samples of bats found in the Endless Caverns show cave and suspected of having the deadly white-nose syndrome have been sent to a federal testing facility, the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries confirmed Friday.
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| 213. |
Virginians Gloomy On Environment 2009-04-24
Virginians are pessimistic about the quality and future of the state's environment, according to recently released results of a survey on climate change.
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| 214. |
Mayor Calls A Summit 2009-04-24
HARRISONBURG - In the coming weeks, local folks interested in sustainability issues will have a chance to come together to share ideas about how to address those concerns.
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| 215. |
Myers To Seek Re-Election 2009-04-23
John Myers Jr. has announced that he will seek a third term on the Rockingham County School Board in November.
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| 216. |
I-81 Crash Victims ID'd 2009-04-23
Police have identified the three people killed in a crash involving three tractor-trailers and a car that occurred Monday night on Interstate 81 in Shenandoah County.
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| 217. |
Blown Away 2009-04-22
The U.S. Forest Service has rejected a proposal to build a wind farm on Great North Mountain in the George Washington National Forest - for now, at least.
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| 218. |
Junior Ranger Day Lets Kids Know Nature Firsthand 2009-04-21
Shenandoah National Park will hold special events for children and families in honor of National Junior Ranger Day on Saturday.
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| 219. |
Capped With Love 2009-04-21
ELKTON - In early March, Juanita Barker agreed to crochet a cap for a friend's sister who was undergoing chemotherapy for cancer.
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| 220. |
Fishing Day Aims To Hook Kids 2009-04-20
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - As she prepared to cast her line, 11-year-old Christa Dean gave out a warning.
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| 221. |
Overturned Dump Near Stanley Truck Leads To Charge 2009-04-18
STANLEY - The driver of a dump truck that overturned on U.S. 340 on Thursday near Stanley was charged with reckless driving, according to Virginia State Police.
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| 222. |
Festival Opens A World Of Art To Special Needs Students 2009-04-18
HARRISONBURG - The blond-haired girl draped the multicolored scarf over her shoulders and swayed from side to side, keeping time with the music.
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| 223. |
Teen Charged With Making Bomb Threat 2009-04-18
HARRISONBURG - City police have charged a Harrisonburg High School student with making a bomb threat to the school.
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| 224. |
On The Attack 2009-04-17
SHENANDOAH COUNTY - Scores of Shenandoah County residents are up in arms over the proposed development of a military-style training center just north of New Market.
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| 225. |
Test Evens The Odds 2009-04-16
HARRISONBURG - When she was diagnosed with breast cancer last year, 50-year-old Sadonna Long immediately thought of her family history.
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| 226. |
Parent Requests Changes To Student Discipline Guideline 2009-04-15
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - The father of an elementary school student has asked the Rockingham County School Board to create a policy better defining how it handles student matters.
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| 227. |
New Schools On Track 2009-04-10
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Despite some inclement weather, construction of Rockingham County's new elementary and high schools is moving along as planned, officials say.
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| 228. |
Blue Ridge Area Food Bank Earns National Award 2009-04-10
The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank Network has been honored as the top food bank in the nation.
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| 229. |
Not Playing Around 2009-04-09
PENN LAIRD - Getting to the playground at Cub Run Elementary School on a soggy day used to be quite a feat.
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| 230. |
Cleaning Up The 'Burg 2009-04-07
HARRISONBURG - Walk along Blacks Run and, as one would expect, you'll likely see some wildlife such as ducks, muskrats and fish.
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| 231. |
Request Seeks To Put Caves Off Limits 2009-04-06
HARRISONBURG - State environmental officials are asking people to stay out of caves after tests confirmed the presence of a mysterious deadly disease in state bats.
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| 232. |
A Peaceful Demonstration 2009-04-03
BROADWAY - In an effort to stave off bullying and violent behavior, one local high school spent this week focused on creating a peaceful environment.
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| 233. |
School Dropouts Plague City 2009-04-02
HARRISONBURG - Local schools receive mixed marks when it comes to Virginia's latest dropout rates.
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| 234. |
School Board OKs $112 Million Budget 2009-04-01
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - After a lengthy budget process that included a multimillion-dollar revenue shortfall, the Rockingham County School Board finally approved a $112 million fiscal 2010 budget during a special meeting Monday night.
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| 235. |
Energy In Motion 2009-04-01
PENN LAIRD - The mother was amazed when her son scaled the indoor rock-climbing wall with practically no inhibition.
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| 236. |
MTC Board Moves Ahead With Expansion 2009-03-31
The Massanutten Technical Center Executive Board approved plans during its meeting Monday night to move forward with a proposed addition to the center's campus, but not without some discussion.
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| 237. |
Telling His Story Through A Lens 2009-03-31
When he was just a young boy, Jake Duvall-Early loved to make up stories.
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| 238. |
Run For Awareness 2009-03-30
HARRISONBURG - Local resident Tori Saylor always knew she was different.
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| 239. |
Planting For Clean Water 2009-03-28
DAYTON - After one local landowner contacted the district conservation office about improving her farmland, she was thrilled when a district technician came up with a plan to not only improve the looks of the land but also protect the adjoining Silver Lake.
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| 240. |
Parents Want A Presence 2009-03-27
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - When their child suffered a concussion after being hit in the head by a boy on her school bus, a local couple was dismayed that they were prohibited from being present when their daughter's principal interviewed her about the incident.
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| 241. |
Spotswood Principal Stepping Down 2009-03-26
Spotswood High School Principal Tim Woodward is leaving to take a job in the Pendleton County, W.Va., Schools.
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| 242. |
Boy Scouts Kick Off Fundraiser 2009-03-26
HARRISONBURG - For Linwood Rose, everything he needed to know in life he learned in Boy Scouts.
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| 243. |
Public A No-Show At Budget Hearing 2009-03-25
PENN LAIRD - Rockingham County School Board members were a little surprised Tuesday night that only one person spoke during a public hearing on the division's budget for the 2009-10 school year.
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| 244. |
Learning To Stay Alive 2009-03-20
HARRISONBURG - About 5½ years ago, Anne Thomas was entering her workplace when she took a wrong step, fell backward and hit her head.
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| 245. |
Basket Drive To Help Kids 2009-03-20
HARRISONBURG - A communitywide project to assemble Easter baskets for area underprivileged children is under way.
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| 246. |
Hearing Set On 2010 Budget 2009-03-20
Rockingham County School Board will hold a public hearing on its proposed $111 million fiscal 2010 budget Tuesday night.
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| 247. |
On The Ball 2009-03-19
PENN LAIRD - Kelsey Miller just couldn't seem to stay on the ball - the stability ball, that is. It didn't matter which way she wrapped her arm around the big white exercise ball, Miller seemed to slide off every time she attempted a leg lift.
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| 248. |
Making Her Mark 2009-03-18
HARRISONBURG - When a fourth-grade class invited her to speak for two hours about the history of child protection in Virginia, Joann Hess Grayson didn't know what to do.
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| 249. |
‘Mammovan' Goes Digital 2009-03-17
MASSANETTA SPRINGS - The new Rockingham Memorial Hospital Mobile Health Services van is the Cadillac of mobile mammography units, RMH officials say.
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| 250. |
Flying In For Heart Care 2009-03-14
HARRISONBURG - More emergency medical helicopters are now flying patients into Rockingham Memorial Hospital than ever before.
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| 251. |
Stocking It To 'Em 2009-03-13
GROTTOES - When Ricky Kincaid's truck pulls into town, he attracts the kind of attention the ice-cream man might get on a steamy summer afternoon.
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| 252. |
Nothing Sacred 2009-03-12
DAYTON - It may sound trite, but Rockingham County Schools officials say that as they consider cuts to the fiscal 2010 budget, everything truly is "on the table."
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| 253. |
Pilot Club Honors The Arc's Chewning As Person Of The Year 2009-03-11
HARRISONBURG - When her son was born with Down syndrome, Mary Ellen Chewning didn't know where to turn.
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| 254. |
Schools Add Clarity To Layoff Policy 2009-03-11
DAYTON - The Rockingham County School Division now has a more comprehensive policy for employee layoffs.
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| 255. |
County School Board To Talk RIF 2009-03-10
Rockingham County School Board will use tonight's meeting to discuss its policy for reducing staff.
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| 256. |
Bacteria To Blame? 2009-03-10
McGAHEYSVILLE - As they prepare for another round of mysterious fish kills, Virginia biologists are studying a bacteria strain that they suspect may be causing the kills.
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| 257. |
TA Students Get Real With ‘Reality Check' 2009-03-07
BRIDGEWATER - When her dog was unexpectedly hit by a car, Katlynn Bennett was surprised the vet bill was so high - $400.
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| 258. |
Twice Published, Not Shy 2009-03-06
HARRISONBURG - One day last year, Krystle Henninger asked her Harrisonburg High School forensics coach to critique her performance of a new dramatic script she discovered.
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| 259. |
City School Board Passes Capital Plan 2009-03-05
HARRISONBURG - The Harrisonburg City School Board approved its capital improvement plan - including a new central office - Tuesday night, but not all the board members supported it.
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| 260. |
Cutting Jobs Won't Necessarily Lead To Workers' Unemployment 2009-03-04
HARRISONBURG — During its meeting Tuesday night, the City School Board reviewed a proposed fiscal 2010 budget that includes a reduction of 16 full-time positions.
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| 261. |
‘Cutting Everywhere' 2009-03-04
HARRISONBURG - The City School Division's proposed fiscal 2010 budget is about 5.3 percent less than the current year's spending plan, officials say.
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| 262. |
‘Blast Into Reading' 2009-03-04
HARRISONBURG - Five, four, three, two, one ...
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| 263. |
Sounds From The Past 2009-03-03
PENN LAIRD - On a recent day, Cub Run Elementary School students heard a sound during their morning announcements that many may never have heard before.
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| 264. |
MTC Student Has What It Takes To Succeed 2009-02-28
HARRISONBURG - When 15-year-old Dana Hedrick was in the sixth grade, she attended a "Monster Garage" workshop with her dad at Massanutten Technical Center.
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| 265. |
RMH Makes The Grade 2009-02-27
HARRISONBURG - Rockingham Memorial Hospital is among the best medical facilities in the country - again.
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| 266. |
Stone Spring Closing? It Won't Happen 2009-02-26
HARRISONBURG - As city school officials look for ways to close a multimillion-dollar budget gap, one City Council member has broached an unlikely solution - closing one of the city's five elementary schools.
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| 267. |
Schools May Face Bigger Shortfall 2009-02-25
HARRISONBURG - Worst-case scenario, city schools could face a budget shortfall of about $4 million next year, school officials said.
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| 268. |
County Class Sizes To Grow 2009-02-24
HARRISONBURG - Class sizes in Rockingham County Schools are inevitably going to increase as the division grapples with budget cuts and staff reductions, county school officials say.
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| 269. |
Africa Trip Offers A ‘Renewed Calling' 2009-02-23
PENN LAIRD - Working with middle school students can sometimes be daunting, but one local school administrator found rejuvenation in an unlikely place.
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| 270. |
Principles Into Practice 2009-02-21
HARRISONBURG - Eastern Mennonite University has always prided itself on being a good steward of the environment.
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| 271. |
Officials: Funding For School Office Available 2009-02-20
HARRISONBURG - While City Schools grapple with a budget shortfall between $1.5 million and $2.5 million in the coming year, there is money set aside for a new School Board office, officials say.
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| 272. |
Lake Shenandoah Trailblazers 2009-02-18
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Many people don't realize that public access to Lake Shenandoah runs the perimeter of the lake.
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| 273. |
No Raises For Harrisonburg Teachers 2009-02-18
HARRISONBURG - Although it did not implement Reduction In Force policies Tuesday night, City School Board did give the superintendent permission to send a letter to staff regarding salaries.
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| 274. |
City Schools To Consider Staff Policy 2009-02-17
HARRISONBURG - The Harrisonburg School Board will consider implementing a Reduction In Force policy outlining criteria for employee layoffs during its meeting tonight.
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| 275. |
Bridgewater Fire Kills Teen 2009-02-17
BRIDGEWATER - A 17-year-old girl died and a 20-year-old man was seriously injured Monday in an early morning fire that destroyed a South Main Street home.
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| 276. |
One Injured, One Missing In Early-Morning Fire 2009-02-16
BRIDGEWATER - One person was seriously injured and another remains unaccounted for in an early-morning fire that all but destroyed a Bridgewater home.
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| 277. |
Hiring Fair Still Crucial 2009-02-14
Despite reductions in local school budgets and cuts in teaching staffs, next weekend's teacher recruitment fair is more crucial than ever, area school officials say.
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| 278. |
Class Sizes Could Be In Peril 2009-02-14
HARRISONBURG - Although the Harrisonburg and Rockingham County School Divisions are cutting staff to cope with steep cuts in funding, officials say they are doing everything they can to keep class sizes manageable.
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| 279. |
At 200, Lincoln's Going Strong 2009-02-13
HARRISONBURG - At 200 years old, Abraham Lincoln is a man who seems to get more popular with age.
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| 280. |
School Budget Shortfall Balloons 2009-02-12
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Rockingham County School officials are bracing for an even tighter budget year than initially anticipated as the division's budget shortfall may balloon to as much as $8 million, officials say.
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| 281. |
A Breath Of Life 2009-02-10
HARRISONBURG - Thirteen-year-old Maddie Shinaberry fell in love with dancing when she was just a toddler.
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| 282. |
Bridgewater College's Stone To Host Lincoln Day Events 2009-02-07
HARRISONBURG - Bridgewater College President Phillip Stone will commemorate Abraham Lincoln's 200th birthday with two presentations titled "Lincoln, Obama and the Presidency" on Thursday.
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| 283. |
Local Scout Tackles Restoration Project 2009-02-05
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - David Mehegan grew up in a family that has a deep respect for and solid connection to history.
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| 284. |
Schools' Capital Plan On Agenda 2009-02-03
HARRISONBURG - City School Board will discuss its five-year capital improvement plan - including an estimated $4 million in new building projects - during its meeting tonight.
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| 285. |
Downward Trend Continues In Park Visits 2009-02-02
SHENANDOAN NATIONAL PARK - For the past 10 years, attendance at Shenandoah National Park has been declining and last year was no different.
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| 286. |
Symposium Targets Online Child Safety 2009-02-02
HARRISONBURG - One in seven children ages 10 to 17, receives an unwanted sexual solicitation online, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. In an effort to protect children from such threats, the Shenandoah District PTA will host an Internet safety symposium this month.
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| 287. |
Nielsen Lays Off 10, Cites Downturn 2009-01-31
HARRISONBURG - Nielsen Builders Inc. is the latest local company to lay off employees due to the recession.
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| 288. |
A Step Back In Time 2009-01-30
HARRISONBURG - A portion of Blacks Run is going back to the future. Harrisonburg officials and representatives from various environmental organizations broke ground on the Purcell Park Stream Restoration Project on Thursday.
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| 289. |
Crawford Gets ‘Life' Sentence 2009-01-28
HARRISONBURG - A federal judge sentenced Vern O'Dell Crawford on Tuesday to 30 years in prison - likely a life sentence for the 64-year-old convicted drug dealer.
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| 290. |
School Officials Oppose Textbook Proposal 2009-01-28
HARRISONBURG - School officials oppose a plan to cut textbook funding as a way to keep a state center for at-risk youth in operation.
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| 291. |
Taste Of ‘College' Expands Horizons 2009-01-26
HARRISONBURG - The Elkton Middle School student calls himself an inventor. So when Matthew Good, 11, enrolled in College for Kids at James Madison University, he knew exactly which course he wanted to take - Lego Robotics.
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| 292. |
Ready To Lead 2009-01-24
PENN LAIRD - The man recently appointed principal of the county's new River Bend Elementary School believes teaching should go beyond reading and math to reach the core of students' beings.
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| 293. |
Childhood Summit This Week 2009-01-19
HARRISONBURG - The Success by Six Coalition of the Shenandoah Valley will hold its fourth annual Early Childhood Leadership Summit on Wednesday.
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| 294. |
S. River Earns Excellence Accolade 2009-01-17
One local school was among those chosen to earn the 2009 Governor's Award for Educational Excellence.
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| 295. |
A Hop, Skip And A Jump 2009-01-17
TIMBERVILLE - Many kids like to jump rope on the playground and in gym class, but students at Plains Elementary School have taken the pastime to a whole other level.
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| 296. |
Teachers Ask For Salary Freeze 2009-01-15
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Members of the Rockingham County Education Association have asked the County School Board to freeze employees' salaries and review its Reduction in Force policy.
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| 297. |
MTC Seeks Donations For Auction 2009-01-14
HARRISONBURG - Massanutten Technical Center officials are seeking donations for the center's annual silent auction.
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| 298. |
Building A Bright Future 2009-01-13
HARRISONBURG - The sounds of hammers banging and saws buzzing filled the worksite as the aroma of freshly cut wood hung in the crisp winter air.
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| 299. |
Perkins Set To Retire 2009-01-10
The man who has been known as the face of Blue Ridge Community College for the past two decades has announced his retirement.
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| 300. |
Authorities Ready For Inauguration Drivers 2009-01-09
HARRISONBURG - State police and transportation officials don't expect much traffic congestion this far south of Washington, D.C., on Inauguration Day.
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| 301. |
Art For Kids' Sake 2009-01-08
HARRISONBURG - Several local schools are participating in a nationwide project that helps teach history and culture by putting famous artwork in the classroom.
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| 302. |
Liquor Licensees' Business Declines 2009-01-07
HARRISONBURG - While the Virginia Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control reports an increase in sales this fiscal year, sales to licensees, such as restaurants, are down.
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| 303. |
Restaurant Owners See Bright Side 2009-01-06
HARRISONBURG - Local restaurant owners are optimistic as they consider the economic outlook of their eateries.
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| 304. |
A Sign Of The Times 2009-01-06
HARRISONBURG - For the first time in its 50-plus-year history, Red Front Supermarket is now open Sundays.
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| 305. |
Flag Float To Appear At The Inauguration 2009-01-05
A little slice of the Shenandoah Valley will take the national stage during the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama later this month.
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| 306. |
... And A Healthful New Year 2008-12-31
HARRISONBURG - About a year ago, Weyers Cave resident Bonnie Armstrong made a promise to herself that changed her life forever.
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| 307. |
More Turning To Food Bank 2008-12-30
HARRISONBURG - For the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank Network, these are times like none other, according to Ruth Jones, public relations officer for the nonprofit organization.
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| 308. |
HHS Freshman Named To State Education Advisory Committee 2008-12-27
HARRISONBURG - A local high school student is among a dozen students from across the state to serve on the Virginia Board of Education's 2008-09 Student Advisory Committee.
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| 309. |
Cold Winter, Warm HARTS 2008-12-26
HARRISONBURG - Kelly Mitchell, 42, never expected to need the assistance of a homeless shelter.
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| 310. |
A Fishy Lesson Plan 2008-12-26
BRIDGEWATER - Students at John Wayland Elementary School are learning about good water quality from a source that knows all about clean water - trout.
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| 311. |
Holiday Tradition For The ‘Axing' 2008-12-24
HARRISONBURG - About a week before Christmas, city resident Betty Deputy did what she does every year - she took to the woods to find the perfect holiday tree.
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| 312. |
‘A Blessing' For Families In Need 2008-12-23
HARRISONBURG - With the recession holding strong, thousands of people across the nation are seeking assistance with Christmas meals and presents this year.
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| 313. |
A Job Well Done 2008-12-20
HARRISONBURG - For more than three decades, he was a constant in the halls of the city junior and middle schools. And everyone knew his name.
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| 314. |
No Shock Value In School Cuts 2008-12-19
HARRISONBURG - After months of anticipation, local school superintendents say the governor's proposed cuts to K-12 education funding come as no surprise.
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| 315. |
Sticking To The Schedule 2008-12-18
HARRISONBURG - After reviewing survey responses about whether it should amend school start times, the Harrisonburg School Board decided not to alter the schedule - at least not now.
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| 316. |
More Than Just Shelter 2008-12-17
HARRISONBURG - Like most people, the middle school students had preconceived ideas that homeless shelters are stark, uninviting places.
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| 317. |
A ‘Nontraditional' Role 2008-12-16
HARRISONBURG - When Abigail Walker signed up for classes at Massanutten Technical Center, she initially planned to enroll in its veterinary assistant program.
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| 318. |
Blue Ridge Florist Garners Top Nod For Holiday Décor 2008-12-16
HARRISONBURG - The owners of Blue Ridge Florist & Gift Shop say the key to an attractive window display is a lot of planning and coordination.
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| 319. |
JMU Graduates Its Winter Class 2008-12-15
HARRISONBURG - When Janette
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| 320. |
Shooting Victim Remains Critical 2008-12-13
HARRISONBURG - As of Friday evening, the second victim in Thursday's double shooting was still in critical condition at the University of Virginia Medical Center, according to police.
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| 321. |
Accepting The Mission 2008-12-13
Elkton Middle School students spent much of the day Thursday analyzing data about a looming hurricane and volcanic eruption in an effort to save lives.
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| 322. |
Family Forum ‘Unveils' Agenda 2008-12-13
MASSANETTA SPRINGS - During the Valley Family Forum's fifth annual
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| 323. |
A Project With Sole 2008-12-11
HARRISONBURG -- When the Harrisonburg High School Key Club began collecting shoes for those in need, its members never anticipated the response the project would receive.
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| 324. |
Board OKs $125K For Architect's Services 2008-12-09
HARRISONBURG - Plans for a new building at Massanutten Technical Center advanced Monday night, when the center's executive board approved $125,000 to hire an architect for the project.
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| 325. |
The Play's The Thing For New Nonprofit 2008-12-08
HARRISONBURG - A new local nonprofit youth mentoring program has teamed up with the American Shakespeare Center to bring the magic of the theater to children in foster care and the courts system.
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| 326. |
Ford: It's Not A Standard Year 2008-12-04
HARRISONBURG - In light of economic hardships, City Schools Superintendent Donald Ford is asking state legislators to defer school accreditation standards in the coming year.
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| 327. |
Senior Class Has Six Sets Of Twins 2008-12-03
BRIDGEWATER - Walk through the halls of Turner Ashby High School and you may start seeing double.
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| 328. |
Officials: Teens Can Drive Safely 2008-12-02
HARRISONBURG - In light of several recent traffic fatalities involving local teens, many parents may wonder whether their young drivers are safe on the road.
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| 329. |
MTC Teams With High-Tech Leader CISCO To Launch Academy 2008-11-29
HARRISONBURG - Computer repair students at Massanutten Technical Center can now earn a world-renowned certificate that will make them marketable right out of high school.
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| 330. |
A Cultural Exchange 2008-11-29
KEEZLETOWN - Redeemer Classical School students are helping send South African children to school through a simple task - reading.
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| 331. |
Board To Survey District On New School Start Times 2008-11-26
HARRISONBURG - The City School Board plans to send out surveys next month to parents, teachers, students and school administrators about new school start times.
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| 332. |
Ski Resorts Opening Early 2008-11-25
With temperatures lower than normal this week, local ski resorts are opening their slopes earlier than ever.
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| 333. |
Shoppers Get In On A New Kind Of Giving 2008-11-24
HARRISONBURG - As David Sherwood and his daughter wandered through the 2008 Holiday Alternative Giving Fair at the Valley Mall on Saturday, they hoped to find just the right charitable organization to help.
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| 334. |
Going Long For Charity 2008-11-24
HARRISONBURG - While high school football season may be over, the Harrisonburg High School Blue Streaks and the Turner Ashby High School Knights ignited their longtime rivalry Saturday for one more bout.
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| 335. |
Answered Prayer 2008-11-22
HARRISONBURG - When she heard Barack Obama speak for the first time, 78-year-old Cleopatra Nelson says she knew he would be president one day.
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| 336. |
Shooting Victim Dies 2008-11-22
HARRISONBURG - A Staunton man who was shot earlier this month after leaving a party at a Harrisonburg apartment complex has died, according to members of the man's family.
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| 337. |
Uncertain Fate For Reading Service 2008-11-21
HARRISONBURG - An agency that provides free library services for people with visual and hearing disabilities may be forced to shut down in the city and county if it does not get additional funding.
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| 338. |
Singing A Safety Carol 2008-11-20
PENN LAIRD - One group of Spotswood High School students is unusually eager to purchase cheesy Christmas sweaters this year.
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| 339. |
Never Giving Up On At-Risk Youth 2008-11-19
HARRISONBURG - The key to providing successful comprehensive services for at-risk youth? Never give up on the children and families being helped.
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| 340. |
University Offers Fourth Year Of ‘College For Kids' 2008-11-17
HARRISONBURG - In the coming months, area middle school students will get a little taste of college life during James Madison University's College for Kids.
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| 341. |
Ripple Effect: Economy Affects School Lunches 2008-11-15
HARRISONBURG - As the economy has spiraled downward, local school divisions have seen an increase in students eligible for free and reduced-price lunch.
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| 342. |
Emergency Shelter For Children Closes 2008-11-14
HARRISONBURG - An emergency residential shelter for young children that opened in September with thousands of dollars in local funds has closed.
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| 343. |
Schools' Spending Curtailed 2008-11-13
HARRISONBURG - With the economic outlook uncertain, local school divisions have frozen discretionary spending and are braced for state budget cuts next year.
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| 344. |
Hundreds Mourn Teen Volunteer 2008-11-12
ELKTON - The lonesome sound of bagpipes bounced off the mountains as tears ran down the cheeks of mourners gathered at Elk Run Cemetery on Tuesday afternoon.
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| 345. |
School Bus Wreck Sends 15 To Hospital 2008-11-11
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - A pickup truck crashed into a Rockingham County School bus Monday morning, sending 15 students to the hospital with minor injuries, according to Virginia State Police.
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| 346. |
A Tricky Lesson 2008-11-11
PENN LAIRD - Talking to middle schoolers about sexual harassment and bullying can be tricky. But this year, members of a club at Spotswood High School are taking some of the awkwardness out of the conversation.
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| 347. |
Wreck Kills Volunteer Firefighter, Student 2008-11-08
PENN LAIRD - A 17-year-old Spotswood High School student died in an early-morning crash Friday on his way to his job as a volunteer firefighter, officials say.
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| 348. |
Focused On The Family 2008-11-07
HARRISONBURG - For the first time, local social services officials will hold a community summit in an effort to identify area resources to help at-risk youth.
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| 349. |
Changing Times? 2008-11-06
HARRISONBURG - The City School Board discussed changing school start times during its meeting Tuesday night, but it did not take any action on the matter.
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| 350. |
Goodlatte Victory Means 9th Term 2008-11-05
HARRISONBURG - In his most heavily contested race in years, U.S. Rep. Bob Goodlatte, R-Roanoke, handily won election to his ninth two-year term in Congress, with more than 60 percent of the vote.
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| 351. |
It's Back To School (For Parents) 2008-11-03
HARRISONBURG - Over the weekend, 40 parents of Spotswood Elementary School students spent more than two hours in Saturday school.
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| 352. |
‘HalloGreen' 2008-11-01
HARRISONBURG - James Madison University students rallied on the Rockingham County Courthouse steps Friday in hopes of starting a conversation with local officials about solutions to climate change.
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| 353. |
Back On Track 2008-11-01
HARRISONBURG - In recent years, Pleasant Valley Elementary School students have had to dodge craters and uneven stone to keep from falling while running on the school's track.
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| 354. |
Obama: A Time For Unity, Change 2008-10-29
HARRISONBURG - Sen. Barack Obama started his speech at James Madison University on Tuesday by acknowledging that it has been
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| 355. |
Thousands Crowd Convo To Hear Obama 2008-10-28
HARRISONBURG - Sen. Barack Obama started his speech at James Madison University on Tuesday by acknowledging that it has been "awhile" since a presidential nominee campaigned in Harrisonburg.
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| 356. |
Crossroads To History 2008-10-25
HARRISONBURG - Pleasant Valley Elementary School students got a firsthand look at prairie life Friday during a field trip to Crossroads Valley Brethren-Mennonite Heritage Center.
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| 357. |
‘Youth Vote' 2008-10-24
FULKS RUN - Students at Fulks Run Elementary School had a tough decision to make Thursday: Davy Crockett or Johnny Appleseed for president.
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| 358. |
Business Tip: Become One With The Hedgehog 2008-10-23
WEYERS CAVE - The first step to starting a successful business is finding your niche. That's what Ben Cash, the founder of BlueKey Web Design, stressed to students Wednesday during the annual Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce High School Business Symposium.
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| 359. |
No Decision On Drug Testing Yet 2008-10-22
HARRISONBURG - The City School Board heard another presentation about random student drug testing during its meeting Tuesday, but it did not vote on the measure.
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| 360. |
City School Board To Discuss Drug Testing 2008-10-21
HARRISONBURG - City School Board members will discuss random drug testing and school emergency preparedness plans during their meeting tonight.
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| 361. |
Salsa-Mania 2008-10-18
HARRISONBURG - The music erupts with a lively jolt. A mix of brass instruments, conga drums and keyboards forms a fast-paced Latin beat that draws couples to the floor.
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| 362. |
Kettle.com 2008-10-17
HARRISONBURG - In light of tough economic times, the Salvation Army of Harrisonburg has beefed up its online fundraising campaign to reach out to supporters this year.
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| 363. |
Librarian Tops Challenge 2008-10-17
PENN LAIRD - While he's considered one of the greatest civil rights leaders in American history, many people today may not know about César Chávez.
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| 364. |
A Hands-On Tour 2008-10-15
HARRISONBURG - At 10 years old, Laura Patterson is already thinking about her future. The South River Elementary School fifth-grader has her sights set on attending college and becoming a veterinarian.
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| 365. |
Teaching The Teachers 2008-10-14
PENN LAIRD - In years past, some Rockingham County teachers shared ideas through e-mail but never had an opportunity to actually meet face to face.
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| 366. |
Student Numbers Down In City 2008-10-11
HARRISONBURG - Enrollment in the city schools has dipped slightly from last year, while enrollment in the county is up a bit, records show.
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| 367. |
City's On-Time Graduation Trails State 2008-10-11
HARRISONBURG - The city's on-time graduation rate is about 9 percent lower than the state's rate, according to a Virginia Department of Education report released this week.
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| 368. |
Lottery Gamble Pays Off 20 Years Later 2008-10-09
HARRISONBURG - When officials proposed starting a lottery in Virginia in the 1980s, some people scoffed at the idea.
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| 369. |
Like A Walk In The Park 2008-10-09
HARRISONBURG - City resident Jane Meiser learned a lot during the walk to school with her children and their neighborhood friend Wednesday morning.
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| 370. |
‘We Can't Go Wrong With This' 2008-10-08
FULKS RUN - In a typical elementary school class, one teacher works with students of all reading abilities at once, meaning that, inevitably, some students get more individualized attention than others.
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| 371. |
School Construction On Schedule 2008-10-07
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Construction of the new elementary and high schools complex on 90 acres just outside of Elkton is on schedule and on budget, officials say.
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| 372. |
8-Second Thrill Of A Lifetime 2008-10-06
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Eight seconds doesn't seem like a long time. But watch a rodeo like the one at the Rockingham County Fairgrounds this past weekend, and suddenly eight seconds seems like an eternity.
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| 373. |
Local Pols, Experts Keep Debate Going 2008-10-04
HARRISONBURG - As President Bush signed the multibillion-dollar bailout plan into action on Friday, local Democrats, Republicans and an economist shared their thoughts on the proposal.
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| 374. |
Today's Tom Sawyer 2008-10-04
HARRISONBURG - Massanutten Regional Library kicked off its second annual
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| 375. |
Ruritans Honor Redeemer Classical School 2008-10-03
KEEZLETOWN - The Keezletown Ruritan Club will recognize Redeemer Classical School next week for all the work it has done to put the former Keezletown School building back in operation.
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| 376. |
JMU, Ambassador To Unveil Gandhi Statue 2008-10-02
HARRISONBURG - One day, the director of James Madison University's Mahatma Gandhi Center for Global Nonviolence sent a simple e-mail to Indian government officials informing them of the center's work.
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| 377. |
Students: Less Is More 2008-10-01
BROADWAY - Two Broadway High School sophomores have started a petition in hopes of persuading the Rockingham County School Board to shorten the school week.
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| 378. |
A Singular Challenge, A Second Chance 2008-09-29
HARRISONBURG - Ever since he started high school, 17-year-old Jaysen Bennington has had a difficult time focusing on academics.
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| 379. |
Garden-Variety Lunches 2008-09-27
HARRISONBURG - When the City Schools' nutrition director got the idea to offer salads to elementary school students this year, no one believed the youngsters would choose the leafy meals.
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| 380. |
State Fully Accredits Local Schools 2008-09-26
HARRISONBURG - Both local school divisions met the Virginia Standards of Learning and are fully accredited by the state, according to the Virginia Department of Education.
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| 381. |
Police Search For Suspects In Kelley Street Shooting 2008-09-25
Police are searching for suspects in the early-morning shooting of a man in Harrisonburg today.
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| 382. |
Long-Awaited Stanley Skate Park Ready 2008-09-25
STANLEY - After years of anticipation, skaters in Stanley and the surrounding area finally have a place to call their own.
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| 383. |
MTC Board OKs New Building Plans 2008-09-23
HARRISONBURG - During its meeting Monday night, the Massanutten Technical Center Executive Board voted in favor of finding an architect to design a new building that would house the center's health and public safety classes.
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| 384. |
Fewer Students Attend Governor's School 2008-09-22
MOUNT JACKSON - For the first time since it opened four years ago, enrollment at the Massanutten Regional Governor's School is below the school's 75-student capacity.
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| 385. |
Just Looking For A Home 2008-09-19
HARRISONBURG - City officials are considering at least five downtown properties, including One Court Square, as possible sites for a new city schools administration office.
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| 386. |
‘We Are A Family' 2008-09-18
HARRISONBURG - Smithland Elementary School opened only three weeks ago, but already it has an established familylike feel.
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| 387. |
The Case For Testing 2008-09-17
HARRISONBURG - After hearing a presentation about random student drug testing, City School Board members agreed to study the issue further and collect input from the community.
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| 388. |
Local Schools' Sex Ed Emphasizes Abstinence 2008-09-16
HARRISONBURG - The Family Life Education curriculum in the Harrisonburg and Rockingham County schools focuses on abstinence from premarital sex.
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| 389. |
Teen Pregnancy Rate Exceeds State's 2008-09-16
HARRISONBURG - Recent media coverage of high-profile teen pregnancies has thrust the issue back into the spotlight.
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| 390. |
HHS' Teen Moms Get Helping Hand 2008-09-15
HARRISONBURG - When 17-year-old Vanessa Short found out she was pregnant, she worried about finishing school and finding child care for her baby.
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| 391. |
Schools' Fate Tied To Hunt For Funding 2008-09-12
PENN LAIRD - With anticipated education costs looming and possible cuts in state funding on the horizon, Rockingham County officials are stressing the need for new ways of generating revenue - namely a meals tax.
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| 392. |
Enrollments Up Just A Little Bit 2008-09-11
HARRISONBURG - Early reports show that enrollment in the county and city school divisions is up slightly from last year.
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| 393. |
Elks Help MTC Keep Its Eyes On Safety 2008-09-10
HARRISONBURG - Students at Massanutten Technical Center and vocational schools across the state have more stylish eye protection this year thanks to the Virginia Elks Association.
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| 394. |
Moving In 2008-09-09
HARRISONBURG - Although Skyline Literacy's plans to move its offices into the Massanutten Regional Library fizzled, the organization has found a new home on South High Street.
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| 395. |
MTC Enrollment Holds Steady 2008-09-08
HARRISONBURG - Massanutten Technical Center enrollment is holding steady this year compared to last year, according to MTC Director Marshall Price.
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| 396. |
Signs Of Progress 2008-09-06
PENN LAIRD - In years past, local hearing-impaired students were put into mainstream classes with interpreters without first learning the fundamentals of vocabulary and sign language.
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| 397. |
County Grads High On SAT 2008-09-04
HARRISONBURG - On average, Rockingham County high school graduates who took the SAT Reasoning Test scored higher than the state and national averages in all core subject areas, according to the 2007-08 results.
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| 398. |
Changes Follow Complaint 2008-09-03
HARRISONBURG - The city schools division has revamped its sexual harassment policy following a complaint by a woman who said her son was allegedly touched inappropriately at school.
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| 399. |
School Of Rock 2008-09-02
DAYTON - All day Friday and Saturday, about 20 men put their muscle, sweat and integrity into preserving a historic relic in the town of Dayton.
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| 400. |
Car Leaves Gaping Hole In Apartment 2008-08-30
HARRISONBURG - Police responded to a car that crashed into an apartment building at the corner of Reservoir Street and Holly Court on Friday night.
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| 401. |
Coming To Life 2008-08-30
Anyone who\'s driven down U.S. 11 North lately may have noticed quite a bit of action at the Rockingham County Center for Research & Technology.
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| 402. |
Schools Get Good News 2008-08-28
HARRISONBURG - Rockingham County and Harrisonburg City school officials both had reasons to be encouraged by this year's Adequate Yearly Progress results.
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| 403. |
Everybody's The ‘New Kid' Here 2008-08-27
PENN LAIRD - When he got to the door of his kindergarten classroom at Cub Run Elementary on Tuesday, Dillon Taylor was a little nervous.
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| 404. |
Day One For Students, Principal 2008-08-26
HARRISONBURG - In preparation for his first day as principal of Skyline Middle School on Monday, Joe Glick had a hearty breakfast - coffee and eyedrops.
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| 405. |
Buses Out, Drivers Beware 2008-08-22
HARRISONBURG - As city and county school students return to classes early next week, drivers should be vigilant as school buses once again take to the roads.
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| 406. |
Schools' Future On The Line 2008-08-21
HARRISONBURG - With the city's elementary schools on the fringe, school officials are anxiously awaiting the release of this year's Adequate Yearly Progress results.
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| 407. |
County Schools' Fuel Bill Soars 2008-08-20
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY -Rockingham County Public School officials anticipate paying much more for diesel fuel and heating oil this fiscal year - even more than they budgeted for.
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| 408. |
New City Schools A Place For All Kids 2008-08-19
HARRISONBURG - Taking a cue from Thomas Jefferson, Schools Superintendent Donald Ford promised that the city's new two-school complex will be a place for all children.
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| 409. |
Winning: It's In The DNA 2008-08-16
HARRISONBURG - Each year, when the Rockingham County Fair comes around, Sheila Bowman and her partner, Tim Will, feel nostalgic.
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| 410. |
30 Years Of Baking, 30 Years Of Winning 2008-08-15
HARRISONBURG - With all the blue ribbons Lena Osborne won for her baked goods at this year's Rockingham County Fair, it's hard to believe she's a self-taught chef.
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| 411. |
Decades-Long Trail Of Success Follows Booster 2008-08-14
HARRISONBURG - Wherever Charlie Whetzel goes, a trail of money is sure to follow. For years, Whetzel, 68, has been the top fundraiser for the Rockingham County Fair, having raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for fairgrounds projects.
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| 412. |
Critter Comfort 2008-08-13
Megan Liskey adores animals. Whether it's cats, dogs, horses or hogs, she has a soft spot in her heart for critters.
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| 413. |
Nervous, But It Doesn't Show 2008-08-12
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY -When 9-year-old Melissa Ruhlman hops into the hog pen at the Rockingham County Fairgrounds, her slight fear of the animals is undetectable.
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| 414. |
Pride, Falcons Win Mascot Name Game 2008-08-09
HARRISONBURG - This fall, the city's two middle schools will have their own identities, complete with recently selected individualized mascots.
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| 415. |
Truckin' For Education ... 2008-08-08
HARRISONBURG - Plains Elementary School will cash in on every accident-free mile Wal-Mart Distribution Center's private truck drivers travel later this month.
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| 416. |
School Board Revises Staff, Student Policies 2008-08-08
HARRISONBURG - The City School Board discussed several changes to its policies, including those dealing with student fitness and medications, during its meeting this week.
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| 417. |
$27,000 Inquiry 2008-08-07
HARRISONBURG - The school division's internal investigation of alleged drug use among Harrisonburg High School football players cost $27,216.54, according to Schools Superintendent Donald Ford.
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| 418. |
‘Controlled Chaos' 2008-08-07
HARRISONBURG - The scene of the crash didn't look too bad. The city school bus in the parking lot at James Madison University's Convocation Center hadn't flipped over; the grill wasn't even crumpled.
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| 419. |
City Park Fire Likely Vandalism 2008-08-06
HARRISONBURG - Officials are investigating a fire that they say may have been intentionally set at Purcell Park on Monument Avenue early Tuesday morning.
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| 420. |
School Bus ‘Crash' Set 2008-08-05
HARRISONBURG - In an effort to improve their response to school bus crashes, city school, fire, rescue and transportation officials will hold a mock bus crash Wednesday.
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| 421. |
Grant To Aid Healthy Snacks At Keister 2008-08-02
HARRISONBURG - Every Friday this coming school year, Keister Elementary School students will sample different fruits and vegetables, many of which will be locally grown.
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| 422. |
Police ID Woman Killed In I-81 Crash 2008-08-02
HARRISONBURG - A New York woman was killed in a crash Thursday night on Interstate 81, just north of Harrisonburg near mile marker 250.
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| 423. |
Young Voters Speak Out 2008-08-02
HARRISONBURG - Voting for president for the first time is a rite of passage. It's a chance to have a say about who's in charge of the nation and a ticket to complain when things don't go so well.
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‘Shooter' At THMS? Not A Problem 2008-08-01
HARRISONBURG - City police and rescue personnel will descend on Thomas Harrison Middle School today with lights flashing and sirens blaring. But don't be alarmed - it's only a drill.
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| 425. |
Leaving A Legacy 2008-07-31
HARRISONBURG - For the past three years or so, Harrisonburg resident James Donovan spent countless hours turning old, rundown bicycles into like-new freedom wheels for area children.
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| 426. |
Woman Arraigned In Death 2008-07-29
HARRISONBURG - A woman charged with first-degree murder in connection with the shooting death of her boyfriend was arraigned in Rockingham County District Court on Monday.
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| 427. |
Ready For The Job ... 2008-07-25
TIMBERVILLE - J.W. Kile arrived at Wednesday's special Rockingham County School Board meeting with his car loaded down.
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| 428. |
Scout Troop Wants All To Feel Welcome 2008-07-24
HARRISONBURG - The Girl Scouts mantra is that every girl, regardless of her ethnicity, socioeconomic status or background, can be a Girl Scout.
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| 429. |
EAUS Collecting School Supplies 2008-07-24
ELKTON - Expecting an increase in the number of families seeking assistance with school supplies this year, Elkton Area United Services is teaming up with a local business to ensure it's prepared to help.
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| 430. |
‘It's Just The Way He Is' 2008-07-19
When many teenagers are busy going to rock concerts and just hanging out, Jason Campbell can be found glued to The History Channel.
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| 431. |
Hands-On Classroom Work 2008-07-18
HARRISONBURG - Eighth-grader Miranda Woelfling is looking forward to attending the city's new Skyline Middle School in the fall. Her favorite part - bigger lockers.
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| 432. |
Letting His Blue Streak Shine 2008-07-17
HARRISONBURG - For more than a decade, Lynn Sprouse has lived a double life. Now, he's ready to come out of the shadows.
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| 433. |
City Rules Out Offices Behind Spotswood 2008-07-16
HARRISONBURG - The city school division will eventually get a new central office, but it will not be located behind Spotswood Elementary School, said City Manager Kurt Hodgen.
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| 434. |
City And County School Food Costs Up 9 Percent 2008-07-15
HARRISONBURG - Like school divisions nationwide, Harrisonburg and Rockingham County schools will pay more for food this coming school year.
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| 435. |
Principals Earn Less Than State Average 2008-07-12
HARRISONBURG - On average, Harrisonburg and Rockingham County school principals earned at least 10 percent less than other principals in the state last school year.
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| 436. |
Never Too Young For A Healthy Lifestyle 2008-07-12
HARRISONBURG - Sixteen-year-old Faith Burns never really thought of herself as athletic. The Harrisonburg teen hadn't tried out for a sports team since she was a young girl, and she didn't exercise much.
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| 437. |
City Names Stone Spring Principal 2008-07-10
HARRISONBURG - The City Schools division has named a new principal for Stone Spring Elementary School.
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| 438. |
City Salvation Army To Seek ‘Tools For School' 2008-07-09
HARRISONBURG - The Salvation Army of Harrisonburg is once again collecting school supplies for its "Tools For School" campaign.
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| 439. |
Board Mulls Options For Expelled Students 2008-07-08
HARRISONBURG - City school officials are looking for ways to keep students who have been removed from school in the classroom.
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| 440. |
A Passport To History 2008-07-07
HARRISONBURG - Just as national passports are keys to the world, the new Harrisonburg Tourism passports are meant to be keys to Valley history and heritage.
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| 441. |
Schools Eye Classes In English, Spanish 2008-07-07
HARRISONBURG - Some students in the city schools may soon take classes that are taught in both English and Spanish.
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| 442. |
Schools Mull Later Start 2008-07-05
HARRISONBURG - Research shows that teenagers who attend high schools with later start times have fewer absences and perform better in class.
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| 443. |
Scheduling On A Curve? 2008-07-03
HARRISONBURG - As school divisions across the country search for ways to cut energy and transportation costs, some are turning to a four-day school week.
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| 444. |
School Board Lets HHS Coaches Stay 2008-07-02
HARRISONBURG - Despite objections from one board member, the city School Board approved the reappointment of the Harrisonburg High School football coaching staff during its meeting Tuesday.
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| 445. |
For Injured, Project A Real Lifesaver 2008-06-30
MOSSY CREEK - A retired U.S. Navy captain started Project Healing Waters more than three years ago, after spending time as a patient at Walter Reed Medical Center.
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| 446. |
Wounded Find Healing Waters 2008-06-30
MOSSY CREEK - U.S. Army Sgt. Rob Good was thrilled when he got a bite on his fly-fishing line. The 27-year-old Iraq War veteran pumped his fist in the air and cheered with excitement as his teammates helped him net and measure the 16¾-inch fish.
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| 447. |
Learning Outside The Box 2008-06-28
HARRISONBURG - At just 6 years old, Rachel Everard is well on her way to becoming the next Rachael Ray or Giada De Laurentiis.
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| 448. |
A Humble Honoree 2008-06-27
HARRISONBURG - When Pat Harmon was a little girl, she had a lot of trouble learning to read. Harmon recalls being picked to read a passage aloud in class and hearing the student behind her snicker as she struggled to make out the words.
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| 449. |
Schools Take On Rising Fuel Costs 2008-06-25
HARRISONBURG - As fuel prices continue to climb, transportation directors for the city and Rockingham County school divisions say they aren't sure what will become of their budgets.
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| 450. |
SunTrust Starts Harrisonburg Education Foundation Endowment 2008-06-21
HARRISONBURG - SunTrust Bank recently started an endowment on behalf of the Harrisonburg Education Foundation. Now, the foundation is hoping other businesses will follow suit.
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| 451. |
Top Teacher's A Tot Molder 2008-06-20
MASSANUTTEN - For many people, the thought of spending day after day surrounded by 4-year-olds isn't very appealing.
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| 452. |
Area Schools To Use Language Software 2008-06-19
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Students and faculty in Rockingham County and Harrisonburg schools now have high-tech language-learning software to use in their classrooms.
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| 453. |
School Board Clears HHS Coaches 2008-06-18
HARRISONBURG - The School Board presented a statement during its meeting Tuesday night clearing the Harrisonburg High School coaching staff of any
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| 454. |
Vacation And A Meal 2008-06-17
HARRISONBURG - When school ends for the summer, some children don't have access to healthy meals. But the Salvation Army of Harrisonburg is working to change that.
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| 455. |
School Division May Change Its Tuition Policy 2008-06-16
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Rockingham County Public Schools division staff receiving college tuition reimbursement could soon be required to stay in the division upon the completion of their coursework - or pay.
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| 456. |
PTA Establishes Playground Fund 2008-06-14
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| 457. |
Shenvalee Golf Resort Named In Third Lawsuit 2008-06-14
HARRISONBURG - A third former employee has filed a sexual battery lawsuit against the Shenvalee Golf Resort in New Market and its former general manager.
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| 458. |
City Lifts Boil-Water Advisory For East-Side Residents 2008-06-13
HARRISONBURG - The boil-water advisory for those affected by Monday's water main rupture in the eastern part of the city has been lifted, according to the Harrisonburg Water Department.
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| 459. |
NEW — 11:49 a.m.: Boil-Water Advisory Lifted 2008-06-12
HARRISONBURG — The boil-water advisory for those affected by Monday's water main rupture in the eastern part of the city has been lifted, according to the Harrisonburg Water Department.
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| 460. |
Board Eyes Near Future Of County Schools 2008-06-11
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - At a retreat in the school administration office Tuesday, the Rockingham County School Board discussed millions of dollars worth of capital improvements for the next three years.
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| 461. |
Boil-Water Advisory In Effect For Part Of City 2008-06-10
HARRISONBURG - Due to a water main break that occurred in the eastern part of the city Monday, residents are advised to boil their water for consumption, according to the Harrisonburg Water Department.
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| 462. |
City Restores Water Service 2008-06-10
HARRISONBURG - A water main break that left residents and businesses, including Valley Mall, on the east side of Harrisonburg without water Monday has been repaired and water service has been restored.
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| 463. |
UPDATED 5:42: City Issues Boil-Water Advisory 2008-06-09
HARRISONBURG — Due to a water main break that occurred in the eastern part of the city Monday, residents are advised to boil their water for consumption, according to the Harrisonburg Water Department.
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| 464. |
UPDATED 1:44 p.m.: Water's Back, But Mall Won't Re-Open Today 2008-06-09
HARRISONBURG - The water main break that left residents and some businesses in the eastern part of the city without water this morning has been repaired and most customers once again have water. But officials with the Valley Mall, which had originally delayed today's opening by several hours, have now decided not to re-open until Tuesday morning.
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| 465. |
Party Like It's 1850 2008-06-09
HARRISONBURG - Christina vonRotz-Brunk was surprised to learn how much fun she could have with just a couple of sticks and a small wooden circle.
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| 466. |
UDC Pays Tribute To Ashby 2008-06-07
Many historians believe in the creed: "All change is bad, even if it's for the better," according to Stephen Ritchie, historian with the McCormick Civil War Institute at Shenandoah University.
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| 467. |
Baker Aims For Council Seat 2008-06-07
Former City Manager Roger Baker is seeking a spot on the ballot for City Council.
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| 468. |
Grandle Gets Retired Teacher Award 2008-05-29
HARRISONBURG - Nothing gives Julia
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| 469. |
Education Foundation Executive Director Retiring 2008-05-22
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - While he's been in education for more than three decades, Dick Harper says the past three years of his career have been the most rewarding.
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| 470. |
HEF Launches ‘Honor A Teacher' Program In City 2008-05-21
HARRISONBURG - It's customary for students to express appreciation for their teachers by giving them small gifts.
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| 471. |
Hooked On Robotics 2008-05-21
HARRISONBURG - Almost every parent dreams of hearing the words,
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| 472. |
Here Comes The Sun 2008-05-20
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Students at Mountain View Elementary School aren't just learning about sustainable energy. They're producing it.
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| 473. |
A Goal Of Friendship 2008-05-17
BROADWAY - The average soccer team includes 11 players. So one soccer ball has the potential of brightening the day of at least 22 people at a time.
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| 474. |
March Bus Crash Focus Of Meeting 2008-05-17
HARRISONBURG - On Friday, city officials met with concerned parent and local lawyer Steve Blatt to discuss the botched response to a school bus crash in March.
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| 475. |
Cub Run New But Familiar 2008-05-16
PENN LAIRD - Anyone familiar with Rockingham County's elementary schools will feel right at home in its latest addition - Cub Run Elementary.
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| 476. |
200 City Students Take Alternative To SOL Test 2008-05-13
HARRISONBURG - More than 200 Harrisonburg students are taking an alternative form of the Standards of Learning test this year.
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| 477. |
City School Board Seat Up For Grabs 2008-05-10
HARRISONBURG - City School Board member Michael Walsh will not seek re-election to the board in November.
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| 478. |
Neal Pleads Guilty, Resigns Post 2008-05-10
HARRISONBURG - Rebecca Neal pleaded guilty Friday to the felony offense of misusing public funds, but she will not be going to jail, said Commonwealth's Attorney Marsha Garst.
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| 479. |
Neal Pleads Guilty 2008-05-09
Ex Treasurer Faced 20 Charges.
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| 480. |
Board OKs Longer Middle School Day 2008-05-08
HARRISONBURG - Students in the city's middle schools will attend school 15 minutes longer starting this fall. During its meeting Tuesday night, the Harrisonburg School Board unanimously agreed to extend the school day for its middle school students.
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| 481. |
Finding A Global ‘Niche' 2008-05-08
WEYERS CAVE - While the Shenandoah Valley is taking small steps to create a stronger work force, it needs to do more to compete in the global marketplace.
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| 482. |
Utility Work Delays JMU Construction 2008-05-06
HARRISONBURG - Construction of the James Madison University pedestrian tunnel - which will close a portion of South Main Street for nearly three months - has been delayed by a week, according to a university statement.
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| 483. |
Scholarship Pays Off Big 2008-05-05
HARRISONBURG - When Raven Adams received a letter in the mail from James Madison University four years ago offering her a full scholarship, she thought it was a hoax.
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| 484. |
JMU Graduates Centennial Class 2008-05-05
HARRISONBURG - As James Madison University's centennial class, the members of JMU's Class of 2008 are not only forever a part of the school's history, but also its future.
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| 485. |
Wendelken To Head REFI 2008-05-05
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - The Rockingham Educational Foundation Inc. will soon have a familiar face at its helm: Janet Wendelken.
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| 486. |
Spotlighting Technical Achievements 2008-05-02
HARRISONBURG - On Thursday, the Massanutten Technical Center Foundation announced its annual student scholarship winners and fundraising achievements during its Community Leaders Breakfast.
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| 487. |
JMU To Resume Pedestrian Tunnel Work 2008-05-01
HARRISONBURG - Starting Monday, a portion of South Main Street will be closed for about two months as crews resume work on the James Madison University pedestrian tunnel.
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| 488. |
Group Offers Latino Students Scholarships 2008-04-30
HARRISONBURG - A newly formed organization that encourages local teens to further their education is now offering scholarships to Latino students.
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| 489. |
Big Top Dreams 2008-04-25
For a couple of hours Wednesday evening, I did what almost every child dreams of doing one day. I joined the circus.
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| 490. |
School Board Awards $350K In Contracts 2008-04-24
OTTOBINE - During its meeting Tuesday night, the Rockingham County School Board awarded more than $350,000 in contracts.
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| 491. |
‘Construction' Kicks Off On New Barn 2008-04-22
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY -While they didn't actually break ground, members of area FFA and 4-H groups did symbolically start construction of a new barn at the Rockingham County Fairgrounds on Monday.
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| 492. |
City Police Investigate Attempted Robberies 2008-04-21
HARRISONBURG - Harrisonburg Police officials are investigating two separate attempted robberies that they say took place near the intersection of Devon Lane and Port Republic Road on Friday.
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| 493. |
‘Guided By My Prayer' 2008-04-21
HARRISONBURG - When civil war broke out in his native country of Burundi 15 years ago, Jean Ndayizigiye and his family had no choice but to flee.
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| 494. |
It All Adds Up 2008-04-19
HARRISONBURG - For the first time in 20 years, a student from Harrisonburg High School has qualified for the United States of America Mathematical Olympiad.
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| 495. |
Getting A Jump 2008-04-18
HARRISONBURG - For the first time, Harrisonburg High School students will have an opportunity to earn college credit in core classes while still in high school.
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| 496. |
Rumors Of Fight Bring Police To TA 2008-04-16
BRIDGEWATER - Rumors of impending fights and a gun at Turner Ashby High School brought a response from local police last week. The rumors, however, were unfounded, officials say.
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| 497. |
Cost Of Investigation Unclear, Ford Says 2008-04-15
HARRISONBURG - It is unclear how much it will cost for an outside investigator to probe allegations of drug use among Harrisonburg High School student-athletes, Superintendent Donald Ford said Monday.
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| 498. |
Shenandoah Valley Academy Stays Strong 2008-04-15
NEW MARKET - When Charles Dilmon Zirkle got the idea to start Shenandoah Valley Academy, he was on his deathbed and probably questioned whether the school would ever materialize.
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| 499. |
Quilt Mystery Deepens; Possible Culprit Returns Purloined Item 2008-04-12
HARRISONBURG - With the public's help, police think they will soon be able to uncover the culprit behind the quilt caper.
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| 500. |
‘Outsider' To Explore Drug Allegations 2008-04-12
HARRISONBURG - The city School Board will retain an outside investigator to probe allegations of drug use among Harrisonburg High School student-athletes, said Superintendent Donald Ford.
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| 501. |
A ‘Second Home' 2008-04-12
HARRISONBURG - A program that gives children a safe place to go before and after school while their parents are at work is filling a niche in the community, organizers say.
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| 502. |
HHS Students Abuzz About Drug Rumors 2008-04-11
HARRISONBURG - At least one Harrisonburg High School student says he isn't surprised police are investigating a member of the school's football team.
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| 503. |
City School Board Considers Longer Day 2008-04-10
HARRISONBURG - After much discussion during the past several weeks about lengthening the school day, some city School Board members are now wondering whether the extension is necessary.
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| 504. |
Opposition Speaks 2008-04-08
HARRISONBURG - About 30 residents attended a special City School Board meeting Monday night in opposition to the board's plans to build a new administrative office.
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| 505. |
Two Seek Re-Election To Board 2008-04-05
HARRISONBURG - Two Harrisonburg School Board members whose terms expire in December have announced plans to seek reelection.
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| 506. |
School Board: No Name Change 2008-04-05
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - The decision is final. The name of the county's new high school will remain East Rockingham High, according School Board Chairman Anthony Slater.
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| 507. |
‘Bomb' Call Clears Out Schoolkids 2008-04-03
OTTOBINE - A bomb threat that forced Ottobine Elementary School students to evacuate the building Wednesday proved to be unfounded, officials said.
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| 508. |
No Bomb Found At Ottobine 2008-04-02
OTTOBINE - Students at Ottobine Elementary School resumed classes this afternoon after a bomb threat led officials to evacuate the school earlier in the day, school and law-enforcement officials said.
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| 509. |
Students Gain Voice In Mascot Committee 2008-04-02
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - A group of students who will attend East Rockingham High School will meet for the first time today to discuss colors and a mascot for the new school.
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| 510. |
New Principal ‘Just A Big Kid' 2008-04-02
BRIDGEWATER - A quick peek into Lisa Milliken's office says a lot about the school administrator.
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| 511. |
Ceremony Starts School Construction 2008-04-01
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Despite light rain and overcast skies during Monday's groundbreaking, it was clear why county officials chose a hilltop near Rockingham Pike as the location for their new schools complex.
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| 512. |
Ground Broken On County Schools Complex 2008-03-31
Despite light rain and overcast skies during Monday's groundbreaking, it was clear why county officials chose a hilltop near Rockingham Pike as the location for their new schools complex.
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| 513. |
Ashby Focus Of Civil War Institute AT BC 2008-03-31
BRIDGEWATER - Confederate Gen. Turner Ashby was the embodiment of beauty and brutality converging to create the personification of Thomas Jefferson's ideal Shenandoah Valley.
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| 514. |
County To Break Ground For Schools 2008-03-31
Rockingham County officials will break ground today on a much-anticipated public schools complex in the eastern part of the county.
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| 515. |
Parents Say Home Schooling ‘Rewarding' 2008-03-29
HARRISONBURG - While Dee Dee Dean's family supported her choice to home-school her children, some acquaintances have been curious about the decision.
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| 516. |
Home-Schoolers Keep Eye On California 2008-03-29
HARRISONBURG - Although Dee Dee Dean is not a licensed teacher, she has taught elementary school classes for the past seven years.
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| 517. |
BC Symposium To Focus On Civil War 2008-03-28
BRIDGEWATER - Four nationally known authors and historians will convene at Bridgewater College this weekend for the school's inaugural Civil War Institute.
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| 518. |
PreK, Kindergarten Up For Registration 2008-03-28
Children entering pre-kindergarten or kindergarten in city and county schools in the fall should register soon.
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| 519. |
School Petition Goes To Board 2008-03-27
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - The Rockingham County School Board will review and discuss a petition it received to re-evaluate the name of the new high school, according to Superintendent Carol Fenn.
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| 520. |
Redeemer Moves To New Home 2008-03-27
KEEZLETOWN - Students and faculty at Redeemer Classical School now have something they've never had before - a home of their own.
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| 521. |
Scientist To Talk About Genetics 2008-03-25
HARRISONBURG - Human cloning and stem cell research are hot topics in the news, but for many laymen, the concepts are too complicated to understand.
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| 522. |
PTA Spearheads Playground For New School 2008-03-24
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY -School playgrounds have long been credited with helping improve children's socialization and physical activity skills.
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| 523. |
Crunch Time For School Board 2008-03-24
HARRISONBURG - The Harrisonburg School Board will hold a special meeting to discuss a proposal to spend about $3.5 million on a new central administration office building.
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| 524. |
New Schools Boost Budget Needs, Board Says 2008-03-20
HARRISONBURG - The City School Board approved a $60.2 million budget for the 2008-09 year during its meeting Tuesday night.
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| 525. |
MTC Eyes New Building 2008-03-18
HARRISONBURG - During its meeting Monday, the Massanutten Technical Center's executive board discussed a proposal to construct a public safety and health building projected to cost about $1.9 million.
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| 526. |
Treading Over History 2008-03-14
BRIDGEWATER — The history of the Blue Ridge Christian School building on Dinkel Avenue is told through its floors. The original part of the building, constructed in 1911, is discernible by its recently restored bird’s-eye maple floors.
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| 527. |
Lawmakers Get ‘Half A Loaf’ On No Child 2008-03-14
HARRISONBURG — At least one local school official says he is glad the General Assembly passed legislation that tackles No Child Left Behind, but he thinks it is too “watered down.”
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| 528. |
Girl Not Alone In Cancer Struggle 2008-03-13
MCGAHEYSVILLE — Amaya Kinley looks like any other loving little girl when she smiles and gives her mom a kiss on the cheek before heading to school.
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| 529. |
City Bus Collision Getting Scrutiny 2008-03-13
HARRISONBURG — At the request of at least one resident, city officials plan to hold a special meeting to review how a recent school bus crash was handled, according to City Manager Kurt Hodgen.
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| 530. |
School Board OKs Redistricting Plan 2008-03-12
DAYTON — After adopting the countywide school redistricting plan Tuesday night, Rockingham County School Board members said they felt like they “have literally been all over the map.”
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| 531. |
Board Names McCormick Waterman Principal 2008-03-10
HARRISONBURG — When Linda McCormick, assistant principal of Waterman Elementary School, was in college, she considered becoming a lawyer.
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| 532. |
Spreading A Mother’s Love 2008-03-08
DAYTON — After her son suffered a severe brain injury in an auto crash in 1990, Pat Wilkins didn’t know where to turn.
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| 533. |
Longer School Day For City? It Could Happen 2008-03-06
HARRISONBURG — City elementary and middle school students could spend more time in the classroom next year.
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| 534. |
MTC Eyes Program Growth 2008-03-05
Massanutten Technical Center is considering an expansion of its programs and facilities to help it continue to meet the changing needs of the area's work force, officials say.
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| 535. |
City Schools Hold Budget Hearing Tonight 2008-03-04
HARRISONBURG - The City School Board will hold a public hearing tonight on its proposed $60 million 2008-09 budget.
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| 536. |
Reluctant Honoree 2008-03-03
BRIDGEWATER - Sam Ritchie is embarrassed. Ritchie's embarrassment doesn't stem from anything that puts him in a negative light or anything that makes him look foolish. Actually, it's quite the contrary.
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| 537. |
Officials Open Bids For School Complex 2008-03-01
Rockingham County Public Schools officials recently opened bids for construction of the schools complex to be built in the eastern part of the county.
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| 538. |
Students ‘Leap' Into Reading 2008-02-29
HARRISONBURG - Waterman Elementary School Principal Gary Painter was feeling a little green Thursday.
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| 539. |
County Schools Tweak Proposal 2008-02-28
TIMBERVILLE - The Rockingham County School Board presented the latest version of its proposed three-year redistricting plan during its meeting Tuesday night.
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| 540. |
Glick To Take Skyline's Helm 2008-02-28
HARRISONBURG - Soon after last week's lunar eclipse, Thomas Harrison Middle School Assistant Principal Joe Glick found himself in a sixth-grade science class.
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| 541. |
City, County Increase Fueling Budgets 2008-02-23
HARRISONBURG - As fuel costs continue to rise, city and county school transportation officials are projecting increases in their fuel budgets for next year.
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| 542. |
Schools To Increase Food Prices 2008-02-22
HARRISONBURG - Due to rising costs of food and other commodities, Harrisonburg students will pay more for school breakfasts and lunches next year.
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| 543. |
Finding The Key 2008-02-21
HARRISONBURG - When Nunu Burged came to this country from her native Mongolia five years ago, she was shy and quiet.
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| 544. |
School Board Going Ahead With Office Plans 2008-02-20
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| 545. |
City School Board Considers Change 2008-02-19
HARRISONBURG - During its meeting tonight, the Harrisonburg City School Board will discuss whether to move forward with plans to build a new central office.
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| 546. |
Call Of The Wild (Turkey, That Is) 2008-02-18
For much of the day Saturday, the Rockingham County Fairgrounds sounded like it was being overrun by a giant flock of turkeys.
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| 547. |
More Middle School Sports Considered 2008-02-16
County middle school students could have more athletic options next school year.
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| 548. |
Kaine Cuts Stir Up Lawmakers 2008-02-16
HARRISONBURG - Gov. Timothy M. Kaine's proposal to reduce planned increases in public education funding by $220 million has some local lawmakers
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| 549. |
Board: Schools Plan Good For County 2008-02-14
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - After hearing concerns from more than 20 parents during Tuesday nights public hearing on the proposed school redistricting plan, Rockingham County School Board members focused on the positive side of the redistricting.
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| 550. |
Lincoln's Roots Run Deep In Valley 2008-02-13
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - As Virginians cast their votes for this year's presidential primaries on Tuesday, a local historian reflected on a man often regarded as one of the nations best presidents - Abraham Lincoln.
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| 551. |
Duty Calls For Dad Home From Kuwait 2008-02-11
PENN LAIRD - When Sgt. 1st Class Rich Shull arrived to volunteer at his sons school on a recent day, administrators invited him to lead The Pledge of Allegiance.
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| 552. |
Cafeteria Fats Of Life 2008-02-08
Local delegates say they support the concept of proposed legislation that would encourage public school divisions to eliminate trans fats from their cafeteria offerings.
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| 553. |
School Board Fine-Tunes Its Building Plan 2008-02-06
HARRISONBURG - During its meeting Tuesday night, the Harrisonburg City School Board made several amendments to its proposed five-year capital improvement plan.
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| 554. |
Mr. Scott Stepping Down 2008-02-05
PENN LAIRD - Since she started teaching at Montevideo Middle School eight years ago, Krista Grefe has never called Principal Bob Scott by his first name.
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| 555. |
Prof: Demand For Services Likely To Rise 2008-02-04
With an increase in the number of babies born across the nation as well as locally, a higher demand for market and collective services is likely to follow, according to one economics professor.
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| 556. |
Births Set Record In 2006 2008-02-04
Like much of the rest of the nation, Virginia is experiencing what experts call a baby boomlet, with more babies born in 2006 than any other year.
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| 557. |
Petition Aims To Rename School 2008-01-30
A parent of children in the Rockingham County Public Schools system has started a petition drive to persuade the School Board to reconsider the new high schools name.
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| 558. |
Among The Best 2008-01-26
BRIDGEWATER - U.S. News & World Report has named Turner Ashby High School one of the nation's top public high schools.
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| 559. |
School Redistricting Plan Sees Changes 2008-01-25
The Rockingham County School Board has made a few changes to its proposed three-year divisionwide redistricting plan, according to Schools Superintendent Carol Fenn.
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| 560. |
A Heartbeat To Good Health 2008-01-25
HARRISONBURG - Physical education teachers at Eastern Mennonite School are taking the subjectivity out of determining students' individual performance in gym class.
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| 561. |
Parents Discuss Redistricting 2008-01-23
PENN LAIRD - Some parents of children who could be redistricted to new schools in east Rockingham County are concerned their kids may have to travel an "unnecessary distance" to school.
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| 562. |
Under An Electric Eye 2008-01-22
HARRISONBURG - In the name of safety, all the high schools in the Rockingham County Public Schools system will soon have security cameras.
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| 563. |
Environmentalism Elementary For These Kids 2008-01-21
BRIDGEWATER — John Wayland Elementary School students such as Wren Frueh are thinking “green” and getting noticed.
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| 564. |
School Chiefs Lobby For Kaine Plan 2008-01-18
HARRISONBURG - On Tuesday, City Schools Superintendent Donald Ford attended a conference in Richmond to voice support of Gov. Timothy M. Kaine's proposal to invest almost an additional $1 billion in K-12 public education.
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| 565. |
Snow Alters Rockingham Schools' Schedule 2008-01-18
Rockingham County Public Schools are closed today for a snow day and next week's schedule has been altered, according to Assistant Schools Superintendent Ed Smith.
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| 566. |
One Home, Separate Identities 2008-01-17
HARRISONBURG - Construction of the city's $37 million elementary-and-middle school complex is "cruising" along, according to Gary McBride, senior project manager for Nielsen Builders.
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| 567. |
Who Let The Dads In? 2008-01-15
PENN LAIRD - At Peak View Elementary School, dads such as Dan Pickett are becoming an integral component of the school day.
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| 568. |
Petition Gets Noticed 2008-01-14
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| 569. |
Rockingham County Redistricting Plan Includes High Schools In 2010 2008-01-12
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Earlier this week, Rockingham County Schools Superintendent Carol Fenn and the School Board presented a three-year, divisionwide redistricting proposal.
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| 570. |
Board Names Hutton Hillyard Asst. Principal 2008-01-11
Schools Superintendent Carol Fenn and the Rockingham County School Board have chosen a new assistant principal for J. Frank Hillyard Middle School.
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| 571. |
Boyers To Lead Cub Run Elementary 2008-01-11
The assistant principal of J. Frank Hillyard Middle School has been named principal of soon-to-open Cub Run Elementary School in Penn Laird.
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| 572. |
School Remap Plan Unveiled 2008-01-10
Rockingham County Schools Superintendent Carol Fenn and the county School Board presented the draft of a three-year, divisionwide redistricting plan during the board's meeting Tuesday night.
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| 573. |
New School Gets Inclusive Name 2008-01-09
To the chagrin of some, the Rockingham County School Board chose East Rockingham High School as the name of the county's newest high school Tuesday night.
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| 574. |
Gotta Grow 2008-01-09
HARRISONBURG - Rockingham County and Harrisonburg officials agree that they must proceed with plans to expand the Rockingham County Regional Jail and Judicial Complex.
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| 575. |
Supes To Consider Permit For Camp 2008-01-08
The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors is scheduled to consider a special-use permit tonight that would make way for an emergency youth shelter and diagnostic center at Camp Kaleidoscope.
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| 576. |
Grocery Co-op Continues To Grow 2008-01-07
HARRISONBURG - Organizers of the Friendly City Food Co-op say plans for opening a community-owned grocery store are advancing steadily.
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| 577. |
A New Year's Treasure 2008-01-05
Julie and Will Green are the proud parents of the first baby born in 2008 at Rockingham Memorial Hospital - a girl they named Rebecca Grace.
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| 578. |
Teens Doing The Peace Dance 2008-01-04
KEEZLETOWN - A Spotswood High School student who was born in Mozambique and adopted soon after by an American couple is using a class assignment to reach out to her birthplace.
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| 579. |
Crawford Trial Date Delayed 2008-01-03
HARRISONBURG - The trial of several members of an Elkton family indicted on drug dealing and firearms charges has been continued until March, court records show. The trial had been scheduled to start Friday.
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| 580. |
‘Burg's Lions Club Turns 75 2008-01-02
HARRISONBURG - At the end of 2007, the Harrisonburg Lions Club wrapped up the year on a high note - with a birthday party.
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| 581. |
Despite Funding Pinch, First Night Gets Top-Notch Lineup 2007-12-31
HARRISONBURG - Although plans for this year's First Night Harrisonburg started slowly, the event will still include an impressive lineup of bands to help revelers usher in the new year and swing the night away.
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| 582. |
Community Projects Central To First Night 2007-12-29
HARRISONBURG - As part of First Night Harrisonburg, the family friendly New Year's Eve festival, revelers will have an opportunity to take part in several collaborative art projects.
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| 583. |
A ‘Free'-style Education 2007-12-29
DALE ENTERPRISE - At a new private school in Rockingham County, students are creating their own curriculum.
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| 584. |
Film To Focus On Elkton's History 2007-12-28
ELKTON - Elkton is going Hollywood. For the past few weeks, a documentary filmmaker named Wayne Bronson has been recording interviews with town residents and shooting footage of town landmarks for a movie about Elkton's history.
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| 585. |
After Glow 2007-12-27
HARRISONBURG - While the day after Christmas meant a return to work for some, for others it was a time to hit the stores once more.
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| 586. |
Community Center Reaches Beyond Elkton 2007-12-26
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| 587. |
Study: County's Judicial Complex Has Needs, Too 2007-12-21
While studying the Rockingham County Regional Jail for the past year, the Central Shenandoah Planning District Commission also looked at the county's judicial offices.
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| 588. |
Jail Expansion Proposed 2007-12-21
A just-finished yearlong study of the Rockingham County Regional Jail calls for expanding the facility within the next five to six years to double its state-permitted operating capacity.
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| 589. |
VDOT Tweaks Crossroads 2007-12-19
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - In light of numerous traffic crashes, the Virginia Department of Transportation is looking for ways to improve safety at the intersection of U.S. 340 and Port Republic Road, according to Don Komara, VDOT residency director.
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| 590. |
Local Effort Takes On Muscular Dystrophy 2007-12-18
HARRISONBURG - A local businessman has formed a foundation in the hope of partnering with SRI International to find a cure for myotonic muscular dystrophy.
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| 591. |
Tanker Truck Wreck Stops Traffic On I-81 2007-12-15
An overturned tanker truck carrying flammable liquid on Interstate 81 shut down both northbound lanes in Shenandoah County at mile marker 297 for more than seven hours Friday.
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| 592. |
Supervisors Seek Election To Fill Connellee's Job 2007-12-14
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - On Wednesday, the Rockingham County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution to petition Rockingham County Circuit Court for a special election for commissioner of revenue "as soon as legally possible."
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| 593. |
Smooth Sailing 2007-12-14
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - While the housing market is in the dumps, developers of Preston Lake say they are not feeling the effects.
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| 594. |
Company Withdraws Request For Rezoning 2007-12-13
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Rockingham Neighborhoods LLC withdrew its request to rezone 37 acres just north of Harrisonburg after the Rockingham County Board of Supervisors failed to approve the measure Wednesday.
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| 595. |
More Homes Put On Hold 2007-12-13
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - No decision was made Wednesday night on a rezoning request that would move plans for a 280-acre residential development forward.
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| 596. |
Elkton Police Start Safety ‘Check List' 2007-12-12
ELKTON - Elkton residents who need someone to check on them from time to time can now turn to the town's police and neighborhood watch for assistance.
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| 597. |
Hearing Scheduled On New Housing 2007-12-11
The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors will consider a rezoning request this week that would make way for a 120-unit residential development southeast of Harrisonburg.
|
| 598. |
No Holiday Bump For Gas Cards 2007-12-08
HARRISONBURG - While prices at the pump are up, representatives of some local filling stations say demand for gas gift cards and certificates has not increased this holiday.
|
| 599. |
Elkton Economic Fix Debated 2007-12-06
ELKTON - Mayor Wayne Printz says he is concerned about the town's economic climate and he wants to find a way to improve its outlook.
|
| 600. |
Kaine Heralds New Technology 2007-12-05
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY — With the groundbreaking of SRI International Shenandoah Valley, Virginia is well on its way to a technological and economic transformation.
|
| 601. |
New School Name Focus Of Meeting 2007-12-04
ELKTON — Although he knows it’s out of the question, Mayor Wayne Printz said he still wants the new county high school to be named Elkton High School.
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| 602. |
Personal Property, Real Estate Taxes Due Wednesday 2007-12-03
Personal property and real estate taxes in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County are due this week.
|
| 603. |
Rentals Issue May Go Countywide 2007-11-30
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY — At least one member of the Rockingham County Board of Supervisors wants to consider the impact of short-term rentals throughout the county, not just Massanutten Village.
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| 604. |
Cooking Healthy On A Budget 2007-11-29
HARRISONBURG — When Nancy Carpenter, 47, found out she had diabetes, she and her husband had difficulty coming up with meals that fit her diet.
|
| 605. |
For Rentals, Kite House Needs New Credentials 2007-11-29
Elkton must change the listed use of the Kite house if it intends to continue renting it out as an assembly hall, county officials say.
|
| 606. |
Mayor Tones Down School Name Rhetoric 2007-11-28
Mayor Wayne Printz has changed the tone and the date of a meeting originally aimed at taking public comments about the name of the new county high school.
|
| 607. |
First Black Officer Laid To Rest 2007-11-27
HARRISONBURG — Despite growing up in a society that was largely segregated, Leon Byrd became a pioneer in the community.
|
| 608. |
News Program To Serve City’s At-Risk Children 2007-11-26
HARRISONBURG — The local Community Policy and Management Team is implementing a new program that will serve children locally under the Comprehensive Services Act for At-Risk Youth.
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| 609. |
A Stroke Of History 2007-11-24
PORT REPUBLIC — When Gen. Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson paused by a large white oak tree near Grottoes to pray each morning in June 1862, he probably didn’t think much of it.
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| 610. |
Fenn: Schools Not Named For Towns 2007-11-23
Elkton’s mayor might not like it, but the new high school to be built in eastern Rockingham County will not be named Elkton High School, according to Schools Superintendent Carol Fenn.
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| 611. |
New Lawsuit Widens Massanutten Village Rental Feud 2007-11-23
Eight Massanutten Village residents have filed a lawsuit in Rockingham County Circuit Court against 28 neighboring property owners who, they say, market and rent out their houses as vacation rentals.
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| 612. |
Elkton Mayor Wants Input On School’s Name 2007-11-20
ELKTON — During a council meeting Monday night, Mayor Wayne Printz said he wants to hold a public meeting next week to get residents’ input about the name of the new high school that Rockingham County plans to build just outside town limits.
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| 613. |
Written On The Wind 2007-11-20
DAYTON — On a recent day in a small Missouri town, a young girl named Betty tied a note to three helium balloons and released them into the air. Up the balloons went until they were out of little Betty’s sight.
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| 614. |
VDOT Completes Studies On Truck Restrictions 2007-11-17
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY — Virginia Department of Transportation has completed studies of two Rockingham County roads being considered for restricted truck traffic, according to Don Komara, VDOT residency director.
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| 615. |
County’s Inmates Getting A Bill For Probation 2007-11-16
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY — Offenders on probation in Rockingham County must now pay a portion of the costs to supervise them.
|
| 616. |
Blue Hole’s Fans Jump To Defend It 2007-11-15
Of the 25 people who spoke during the Rockingham County Board of Supervisors’ public hearing on the future of Blue Hole in Rawley Springs on Wednesday, most thought the county should keep the swimming hole.
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| 617. |
Massanutten Residents Eye Rental Curb 2007-11-15
During a meeting Wednesday, Massanutten resident Gene Hauze asked the Rockingham County Board of Supervisors to amend the county’s zoning ordinance to address short-term rentals.
|
| 618. |
A Soldier’s Dedication 2007-11-10
KEEZLETOWN — While black people were not afforded the same rights and liberties as whites in the early 1900s, many fought and died for the nation during World War I.
|
| 619. |
Supervisors To Consider Hangars, Run-Up Pad 2007-10-10
ROCKINHAM COUNTY — Dynamic Aviation has applied to Rockingham County for a special-use permit that would allow it to add two new hangars and an engine run-up pad to its complex on Airport Road, just outside Bridgewater.
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| 620. |
HooDoo On, Despite Funding Issues 2007-10-06
ELKTON — Since the Town Council froze Elkton Downtown Revitalization Corporation’s funding earlier this year, many residents have asked whether the town will still have its annual Halloween HooDoo.
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| 621. |
‘For Sale’ Sign Goes Up 2007-10-05
ELKTON — It’s been nearly a year since Elkton dissolved its contract with Angler Development to build more than 300 houses and a golf course on the Kite property. Now, it seems, the town is serious about selling the land to another developer.
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| 622. |
Rezoning For Housing Development Debated 2007-10-04
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY — A rezoning request that would make way for 120 single-family houses just south of Harrisonburg drew mixed reviews during a meeting of the Rockingham County Planning Commission on Tuesday.
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| 623. |
Planners Approve Telecom Rezoning 2007-10-03
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY — The Rockingham County Planning Commission approved an amendment on Tuesday to the county zoning ordinance that would allow telecommunication companies to place telecom devices in all residential areas.
|
| 624. |
Planners Consider Telecom Amendment 2007-10-02
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY — The Rockingham County Planning Commission is again scheduled to consider an amendment that would make way for telecommunication devices in all residential zones.
|
| 625. |
Strike A Pose 2007-10-01
HARRISONBURG — As guests to the Harrisonburg International Festival meandered through Hillandale Park and took in the tastes, sights and sounds from around the globe, some took a break to try an ancient craft — yoga.
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| 626. |
A Growing Debate 2007-09-22
HARRISONBURG — Residents’ questions and comments following Thursday night’s showing of a documentary about area growth had one common thread — proceed with caution.
|
| 627. |
Red Hot Chili Cook-Off 2007-09-04
In the coming weeks, downtown Elkton will be overcome with the aroma of tomatoes, spices, meat and chili peppers for the first Elkton Chili Cook-off.
|
| 628. |
Main Street Construction Deadline Wednesday 2007-08-21
|
| 629. |
Making It Look Good 2007-08-18
|
| 630. |
Sleeping With The Cows 2007-08-17
|
| 631. |
VDOT Putting Hands On The Spans 2007-08-16
|
| 632. |
Zoning Puts Elkton Mayor, Council At Odds 2007-08-16
|
| 633. |
City Preparing For Iraqi Refugees 2007-08-11
HARRISONBURG — The United States recently agreed to allow 7,000 Iraqi refugees into the country. Of those, an undetermined number will be resettled in the Harrisonburg area.
|
| 634. |
Poultry Goes To Work On Energy Problem 2007-08-10
|
| 635. |
Big Hair, Big Smile Defined Stabbing Victim 2007-08-09
|
| 636. |
City Man Charged In Slaying 2007-08-09
|
| 637. |
Dispute Over $25 Sparked Fatal Knife Fight, Police Say 2007-08-08
A Harrisonburg man has been charged with murder in connection with a stabbing that left one man dead and two others injured Monday night, according to West Virginia State Police. The stabbing, which took place in Hardy County, W.Va., appears to have been sparked by an argument over $25, according to police.
|
| 638. |
Planners Defer Action On Telecom Zones 2007-08-08
|
| 639. |
County Targets Delinquent Taxes 2007-08-08
Rockingham County hopes to collect more than $2.5 million in delinquent real estate and personal property taxes.
|
| 640. |
New Mandate To Require Traffic Studies 2007-08-07
|
| 641. |
City Planners To Consider Development 2007-08-07
|
| 642. |
Commission To Mull Zoning Amendment 2007-08-06
|
| 643. |
An Old Friend Comes Home 2007-08-03
|
| 644. |
‘Plan B’ 2007-08-01
MOUNT CRAWFORD — When customers pull into the Exxon gas station at the corner of Va. 257 and U.S. 11, there are times the air smells so foul, they have to pinch their noses, according to Exxon Manager Cheryl Glover.
|
| 645. |
Elkton To Have A Field Day 2007-07-30
|
| 646. |
Real Troopers 2007-07-28
|
| 647. |
Campers Learn Where Taxes Go 2007-07-26
|
| 648. |
Supes Mull Funds For Social Services 2007-07-25
|
| 649. |
Governor Stands Behind Traffic Fees 2007-07-21
|
| 650. |
Elkton PD Not Investigating Crawfords 2007-07-20
While Elkton police have “always heard rumors” that Vernon Odell Crawford and his wife were involved in criminal activity, they were not pursuing an investigation into the matter, according to Elkton Police Chief Jim Morris.
|
| 651. |
Rockingham County To Consider Rate Increases 2007-07-19
|
| 652. |
Elkton Freezes EDRC’s Funding 2007-07-18
ELKTON — Elkton Town Council froze funding for Elkton Downtown Revitalization Corp. during a meeting Monday night.
|
| 653. |
Taking The Heat 2007-07-18
|
| 654. |
A Refreshing Cup Of Lemon ‘Aid’ 2007-07-16
|
| 655. |
Massanutten Supporters Of Short-Term Rentals Defend Practice 2007-07-14
|
| 656. |
Bake Sale Helps Fight Crash Victim’s Battle 2007-07-13
|
| 657. |
‘Working With’ Crawford 2007-07-12
|
| 658. |
Children To Take In ‘Fresh Air’ 2007-07-07
|
| 659. |
Shentel Tower Plans On Hold 2007-07-07
|
| 660. |
Producing A Winner 2007-07-06
|
| 661. |
Residents To Stand Firm Against Rentals 2007-07-05
|
| 662. |
Planning Commission To Consider Rental Ordinance 2007-07-02
|
| 663. |
Shentel Looks To Erect 195-Foot Tower 2007-06-29
|
| 664. |
Keeping It In The Family 2007-06-26
DAYTON — For the owners of Martin’s Native Lumber Inc., producing wood products for all types of construction is a family affair.
|
| 665. |
County Drops Lawsuit 2007-06-23
|
| 666. |
Rockingham, Harrisonburg Create Tourism DVD 2007-06-22
|
| 667. |
Plotting To Help 2007-06-21
|
| 668. |
Fields Indicted For Shooting 2007-06-19
|
| 669. |
Radio Clubs To Hold Exercise 2007-06-18
|
| 670. |
Torch Run To Honor Don Glick 2007-06-15
|
| 671. |
Hauze Joins Supes Race 2007-06-13
|
| 672. |
School ‘Shooting’ Only A Drill 2007-06-09
|
| 673. |
ABC: No License For Papichulo’s 2007-06-09
|
| 674. |
Police: Car Wash A Trouble Spot 2007-06-08
|
| 675. |
Program Brings Offenders, Victims’ Families Together 2007-06-06
|
| 676. |
Pouncey Pleads Guilty 2007-06-06
HARRISONBURG — Chad Carrington Pouncey pleaded guilty in Rockingham County Circuit County on Tuesday to second-degree murder in connection with the October shooting death of Paul D. Jackson.
|
| 677. |
Murder Trial Set To Begin Today 2007-06-05
HARRISONBURG — The trial of a man charged in October’s shooting death of Paul D. Jackson is set to begin in Rockingham County Circuit Court today.
|
| 678. |
Vehicle Blaze Closes Road 2007-06-05
|
| 679. |
County Considering Three Construction Proposals 2007-06-04
|
| 680. |
Sharing A Love Of Wine 2007-06-02
|
| 681. |
Elkton Seeks New Attorney 2007-06-01
|
| 682. |
Elkton, Developer Clash Over Fees 2007-04-11
|
| 683. |
Pumping Virginia’s Best 2007-04-10
|
| 684. |
High-Polished Shine 2007-04-07
HARRISONBURG — Jerry Hall believes "a good impression starts feet first." Hall, 64, operates Downtown Shoe Shine Parlor at 2 S. Main St. and takes pride in making people’s shoes sparkle.
|
| 685. |
No Charges In Police Car Crash 2007-04-06
|
| 686. |
Freeze Threatens Foliage 2007-04-06
|
| 687. |
Two Seeking Commissioner’s Seat 2007-04-05
|
| 688. |
Officer Injured In One-Car Crash 2007-03-27
|
| 689. |
Rental Dispute Going To Trial 2007-03-22
|
| 690. |
Supervisor Seats Get Early Attention 2007-03-16
|
| 691. |
Sewer Rates Set For Penn Laird Residents 2007-03-14
|
| 692. |
Area Students ‘Adopt Americus’ 2007-03-14
|
| 693. |
Puppet Masters 2007-03-12
HARRISONBURG — Most children have active imaginations. Monsters live in closets and some of their best friends are those that no one else can see.
|
| 694. |
Ahrend To Retire From Supervisors 2007-03-07
|
| 695. |
A Shot In The Dark 2007-03-05
|
| 696. |
Town Investigating Sewer Backup 2007-03-03
|
| 697. |
Fanning The Flame 2007-02-22
|
| 698. |
Officials Eye DEQ Mandate 2007-01-12
|
| 699. |
Changes Coming With SRI 2007-01-03
|
| 700. |
A Safe Route To School 2006-12-29
|
| 701. |
County To Collect Trees, Wreaths Through Jan. 31 2006-12-27
|
| 702. |
One Child At A Time 2006-12-23
|
| 703. |
Major Research Institute To Add Jobs, Boost Valley's Tech Scene 2006-12-14
|
| 704. |
School Board Narrows Land Search For School 2006-11-29
|
| 705. |
Stitch For The Cure 2006-11-20
HARRISONBURG — Beth Nelsen pulled the baby-doll pink thread through the canvas. One stitch, two stitch. The design began to take form.
|
| 706. |
Ringing Of The Bells 2006-11-18
|
| 707. |
McGaheysville Students Take "Steps" To Fitness 2006-11-10
|
| 708. |
Commission Denies Theater Plans 2006-11-09
|
| 709. |
Local Boys & Girls Clubs’ Kids Score Highest In State On Values Survey 2006-10-06
Ten-year-old Rasheed Kier has a goal — to be a "perfect adult." And with the help of a new Boys & Girls Clubs of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County program, Kier has a plan to help him accomplish that goal.
|
| 710. |
Challenge To Massanutten Rental Ruling Likely 2006-10-05
|
| 711. |
Sharing The Dream 2006-09-30
|
| 712. |
Organizations Seek Funding To Replace Weed & Seed Aid 2006-09-28
|
| 713. |
Elkton To Reconsider FOIA Fees 2006-09-27
|
| 714. |
Former Harrisonburg Resident Keeps ‘Lonelygirl’ Company 2006-09-26
|
| 715. |
Chapel Added To State Registry 2006-09-22
|
| 716. |
A Classic Closes 2006-09-20
|
| 717. |
Bottle Exhibit Brings Bygone Era To Life 2006-08-16
|
| 718. |
Elkton Seeks A Successor For Donachy 2006-07-10
|
| 719. |
Accessing The Forest 2006-07-05
In 1990, when Cliff Davis was diagnosed with advanced heart disease, he didn’t just lose the normal functions of his heart.
|
| 720. |
Elkton Council Sets Tax Rate, OKs Audit 2006-06-28
|
| 721. |
Elkton To Set Tax Rate 2006-06-26
|
| 722. |
Boutique Opens In Elkton 2006-06-22
|
| 723. |
Elkton Council Votes On Angler 2006-06-20
|
| 724. |
Donachy Submits Resignation Letter 2006-06-15
|
| 725. |
Climbing The Ranks 2006-06-15
|
| 726. |
Look Out Below 2006-06-14
|
| 727. |
Former Police Chief Takes Grottoes Council Seat 2006-06-09
|
| 728. |
Camp Seeking Donations For Treehouse 2006-06-06
|
| 729. |
U.S. 11 Considered For Byway Designation 2006-05-19
Portions of U.S. 11, including segments in Rockingham County and Harrisonburg, could soon receive a Virginia Byway designation.
|
| 730. |
Peak View Students Head To Global Destination Imagination Competition 2006-05-19
|
| 731. |
Elkton Police Force Dwindles To Four 2006-05-17
|
| 732. |
Elkton Council Approves $10,000 Audit 2006-05-16
|
| 733. |
Name That Tune 2006-05-15
|
| 734. |
Elkton To Get Three More Mobile Classrooms 2006-05-12
|
| 735. |
Angler Development Gets Additional Time To Close On Town Property 2006-05-10
|
| 736. |
Elkton Elects A New Council 2006-05-03
|
| 737. |
Businesses Run Full Force 2006-05-02
|
| 738. |
Clown Ministry 2006-04-27
|
| 739. |
Readers, Start Your Engines 2006-04-21
|
| 740. |
Inflatable Fun 2006-04-12
|
| 741. |
Lending A Hand 2006-04-08
|
| 742. |
Port Republic Native Wins Mayor’s Race 2006-04-06
|
| 743. |
April Fools Day — ‘Gotcha’ 2006-04-01
|
| 744. |
Village Store Sold 2006-03-21
|
| 745. |
After Fire Destroys All They Had, Family Moves Into Renovated Trailer 2006-03-17
|
| 746. |
Students Returning To School After Being Ill 2006-03-16
|
| 747. |
’50s-Style Diner Opens In Elkton 2006-03-16
|
| 748. |
Check Mate 2006-03-14
|
| 749. |
Life On The Run 2006-03-11
Running is life. That's how 57-year-old Vance Lemasters describes the pastime he has enjoyed since his days on his high school track team.
|
| 750. |
Promoting Elkton Businesses 2006-03-11
|
| 751. |
Online Deed Fears Unfounded, Officials Say 2006-03-07
Although some are concerned about Rockingham County deed records appearing online, officials from other counties say they have not had any problems with their remote-access systems.
|
| 752. |
Students Helping Students 2006-03-04
PENN LAIRD — They say the best way to learn a new language is to immerse yourself in the culture and to speak it with someone who’s fluent.
|
| 753. |
Report: Pilot On Cell Phone At Time Of Crash 2006-03-03
|
| 754. |
‘This Is Ethel’s House’ 2006-02-17
|
| 755. |
Fire Destroys Offices 2006-02-14
A Monday morning fire destroyed a livestock office, officials say. Harrisonburg firefighters responded to a call at 2:16 a.m. for a fire at 1511 N. Liberty St., said Harrisonburg Fire Chief Larry Shifflett.
|
| 756. |
Tough Wo(man) 2006-02-13
ELKTON — T.J. Brown swung at his wife, Heather Brown, and knocked her right in the kisser. "Awe, man," Heather said, irritated that she allowed her husband’s boxing glove to make contact with her face.
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Commissioners Approve McGaheysville Plan 2006-02-08
The Rockingham County Planning Commission unanimously approved a draft of the McGaheysville Area Plan after a public hearing that left several citizens angry Tuesday night.
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Working Together 2006-02-07
GROTTOES — Amy Mowbray-Mace and husband Jason Mace stood in the kitchen of their new home and whispered to one another.
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Elkton Couple Sells Retail Space 2006-02-04
ELKTON — The storefront at 185 W. Spotswood Ave. is empty. A \
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Elkton Hires Director Of Downtown Revitalization 2006-02-03
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Elkton’s Charter Debate To Be Continued 2006-01-31
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Elkton Emergency Meeting Fizzles 2006-01-25
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Students Take On Challenges 2006-01-25
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Former Marine Dies In Wreck 2006-01-23
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Local Dealerships Untouched By Cuts 2006-01-23
Although Ford Motor Co. officials announced Monday that they will cut tens of thousands of jobs and close several manufacturing facilities in coming years, dealers in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County say they don’t anticipate any effects from the changes.
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Lawmakers Don’t Want Social 2006-01-14
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Dog Seeks National Award 2006-01-13
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Woman Dies When Car Crashes Into Tree 2006-01-11
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| 769. |
Blaze Destroys Family’s House 2006-01-09
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