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Crime Where You Live 11-19
An alleged shoplifter in Rockingham County got in even more trouble with the law when deputies say he was hiding something else, too.
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New Moon Movie Opens to Crowds in Harrisonburg
The latest film in the Twilight series, "New Moon," opened Thursday night at midnight to long lines at the Regal Cinemas in Harrisonburg.
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Staunton Invests in Entrepreneurs
Money coach Patricia Copper taught a financial workshop in Staunton Thursday night.
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Restaurants Prepare for Smoking Ban
The commissioner of the Virginia Department of Health provided an update Thursday on a law that goes into effect December 1, banning smoking in most restaurants.
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Camp Kaleidoscope Auctions Off Property
A Rockingham County camp that helps foster care children needs to make some money.
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New Type of Guardrail to be Installed on I-81 in Rockingham County
At its November meeting, the Commonwealth Transportation Board awarded a median barrier project to enhance safety along the Interstate 81 corridor in the Harrisonburg area in the Virginia Department of Transportation Staunton District.
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What's Going Around 11-18
In this week's What's Going Around, ever heard that someone's mood can be contagious? With shorter days and cooler temperatures, a Valley doctor says seasonal affective disorder has more and more people feeling blue.
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Waynesboro Honors Alzheimer's Patients and Caregivers
On Wednesday, the Alzheimer's Association hosted an event to honor those who currently have or have had Alzheimer's at the Daily Living Center in Waynesboro.
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Page Memorial Hospital Preparing for More Patients
A move by the State Board of Medicine this week means many Page County residents no longer have a primary care physician.
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Buffalo Gap Holds Financial Aid Workshop
Financial adviser Cindy Garletts came to Buffalo Gap High School Tuesday night to teach students and parents about federal funding options.
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Pet Food Pantry Opens at Valley Clinic
The Shenandoah Valley Spay/Neuter Clinic is starting a pet pantry to help pet owners during tough economic times.
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Food Bank Serves Thousands More than Last Year
The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank needs help keeping up with demand and its clientele has increased by 30 percent over this time last year.
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Salvation Army Reaches Goal with Large Donation
The Harrisonburg-Rockingham County Salvation Army reached its goal for the annual Thanksgiving turkey giveaway after Cargill Inc. donated 478 turkeys Tuesday morning.
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HARTS Shelter Opens It's Doors
Homeless people in the Valley got a new place to find a warm meal and a place to sleep Monday night.
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Harrisonburg Shelter Overcrowded, HARTS Shelter Opens
While the Valley may be seeing warmer temperatures late in the year, they'll soon fall.
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Kids Participate in "Be a Santa to a Senior"
The Christmas season is right around the corner, and some little helpers in the Valley are already getting in the spirit.
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JMU Artwork Silent Auction
For the first time, the Artworks Gallery at James Madison University will host a silent auction.
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New Group in Staunton Holds Free Thanksgiving Dinner
It was Thanksgiving for your thoughts at the Booker T. Washington center in Staunton, where a new group called Catalyst for Change tried to start a reaction within the community.
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Food Cooperative in Harrisonburg Unveils New Location
Community members came out to support the future opening of the local food co-op in Harrisonburg.
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Turkey Donations Decrease as Need Increases
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the Salvation Army of Harrisonburg is hoping the community steps up turkey donations to meet an increasing need.
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SVEC Says Lower Rate Will Mean Lower Bills
Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative announced Monday that it has reduced its Wholesale Power Cost Adjustment Clause rate over the last 12 months.
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Local Farmers React to Heavy Rainfall
Though weather conditions have been less than favorable in some parts of the state, local farmers are calling it a perfect rain.
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Community Colleges Across Virginia See Midyear Tuition Increase
With student enrollment going up and funding going down, Virginia's community colleges decided it was time to raise tuition.
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Valley Goodwill Gets Seniors Back in the Workforce
The city of Staunton is teaming up with the Valley Goodwill to get seniors back in the workforce.
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Bridgewater College Hopes Renovations WIll Increase Enrollment
Bridgewater College hopes spending $10 million on dorm renovations will make a better living space for students and increase enrollment.
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Rockingham County Has Lowest Cost for Thanksgiving Dinner
A Thanksgiving meal will cost Virginians less than usual this year.
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Shenandoah Residents Deliver Food to Elderly
Some dedicated residents in the Town of Shenandoah have been meeting for nearly two decades to cook and cater to other residents, who may not be able to cook for themselves.
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Crime Where You Live 11-12
State police say a car accident in Rockingham County turned into an attack.
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Tamberrino to Head Harrisonburg Chamber of Commerce
Frank Tamberrino was named the Harrisonburg Chamber of Commerce's new president and CEO Thursday.
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Riverbend Elementary Celebrates America
Students at Riverbend Elementary continued to celebrate Veterans Day with a performance they call "Celebrate America."
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Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign Begins
Need is up in Rockingham County, and the Salvation Army hopes to respond.
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RMH to Close Flu Clinic as Need Decreases
Due to a significant decrease in influenza activity in the area, the Rockingham Memorial Hospital Flu Care Clinic will be closed after Friday.
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Army Golden Knights Drop in on the Valley
An elite group of skydivers from the U.S. Army made a stop in the Valley.
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EMU Student Health Care Forum
As Congress debates its health care reform bill, college students at Eastern Mennonite University got a closer look at what Congress plans to do.
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Local Pharmacies Still Waiting for H1N1 Vaccine
The H1N1 vaccine is reaching many students and other at-risk groups in the Valley, but several other people that want it are still unable to get it.
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Losing Insurance While Waiting for Heart Transplant
A Valley man who is waiting for a heart transplant says the current health care system is putting his life at risk.
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What's Going Around 11-11
In this week's What's Going Around, the Valley is following a nationwide H1N1 trend, which means a shorter wait at your doctors office or hospital.
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Water Backup in Waynesboro
As the remnants of Tropical Storm Ida hover over the Valley, some areas are getting more rain than they can handle.
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Veterans Talk Health Care in Augusta County
Veterans weighed in on issues that are the most important to them this Veterans Day.
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Problems Accessing Health Care in a Wheelchair
Despite years of advances, getting access to everyday basic needs, such as health care, is an ongoing battle for many.
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Grottoes Communities Gathers to Celebrate Veterans Day
Many people gathered at the town hall in Grottoes Wednesday to celebrate Veterans Day.
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Linville Edom Students Recognize Veterans Day
In Rockingham County, Linville Edom Elementary School students recognized Veterans Day Wednesday.
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Students Hold Benefit Concert for New Directions Center
A group of Waynesboro students teamed up with students from all over the Valley to raise money for the community by doing what they love.
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Resident to Pay More in Park Fees
Harrisonburg residents will soon have to pay more to use the city's activities center and golf course.
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RMH Donates Three More AEDs
RMH Heart and Vascular Services has donated three additional lifesaving AEDs to community locations, bringing the total number of donated AEDs this year to ten.
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Local Valpak Helping Search Efforts for Missing Student
A local business owner says it's time to "amp up" the search for Morgan Harrington.
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West Virginia Takes Over Grant County Schools
In one local school system, a bleak situation has forced the state to take action. West Virginia's Board of Education has voted to take over all of Grant County's schools.
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Annual Toy Convoy Begins
The annual Toy Convoy kicked off Tuesday.
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One Valley Salvation Army Hires Bell Ringers in Volunteer Shortage
In parts of the Valley, the Salvation Army Kettle Drive has begun.
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The Success By 6 Coalition of the Shenandoah Valley is very fortunate to work with so many individuals and organizations in our area that support early readiness for children. To recognize the work of these individuals and organizations, four annual awards have been established to honor those who have made an indelible mark on ensuring that all children, 0-6, are healthy, well-cared for, and ready to succeed in school in the Shenandoah Valley.