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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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Harrisonburg and Rockingham Schools Team Up to Fight Gangs
Rockingham County and Harrisonburg schools are teaming up to fight against gangs in the area.
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Churchville Avenue Construction
Construction on Churchville Avenue has finally begun.
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JMU Students Host Health Expo
Some James Madison University students aren't having their regular classes this week because they're carrying out a project they've been working on for months.
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Valley Resident Reacts to Health Care Bill
Uninsured Valley residents are happy to see a health care reform bill moving through Congress.
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Budget Cuts Won't Affect Snow Removal
The Virginia Department of Transportation held a media conference Monday to stress that its snow removal procedures would not be impacted by budget cuts.
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Harrisonburg, Winchester Ranked for Pedestrian Safety Risks
A new report says the Danville metropolitan area is the riskiest in Virginia for pedestrians.
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13th Annual March of Dimes Chef's Dinner
A few local restaurants pitched in to raise money for the March of Dimes annual chef's dinner.
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New Exhibit at Children's Museum
There's now a life-size operation table on display in downtown Harrisonburg.
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Friendly City Food Co-op Celebration
After having finally chosen a site for its locally-owned grocery store, the Friendly City Food Co-op is planning a tailgate style, pot luck celebration to commemorate the site's announcement.
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Local Trauma Studies Program Reacts to Fort Hood Shooting
The shooting at Fort Hood in Texas has Eastern Mennonite University's Center for Justice and Peace Building looking into what possible factors could have driven Maj Nidal Malik Hasan to allegedly open fire on his fellow soldiers.
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Fishersville Flu Vaccine Clinic Canceled
Emergency workers in Augusta County still waiting to get a flu vaccine will have to keep waiting.
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Augusta Health Prepares for Prescription Drop-Off
Augusta Health will be accepting unwanted prescription drugs Saturday morning.
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Crime Where You Live 11-05
Deputies in Page County are investigating a suspicious fire that destroyed a home.
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NAACP President Speaks at BRCC
NAACP President Ben Jealous spoke at Blue Ridge Community College Thursday.
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VA Health Department Says Vaccination is Safe
The Virginia Health Department held a conference on H1N1 Thursday.
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Harrisonburg Parks & Rec. Might Raise Fees
The effects of the bad economy have trickled down to the general public in Harrisonburg through the city Parks and Recreation Department.
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What's Going Around 11-4
In this week's What's Going Around, the number of lower respiratory infections in the area recently is higher than usual for this time of year, according to Waynesboro pediatrician Robert Fern.
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Churchville Contest Winners Get Visit from Discovery Channel
The Discovery Channel made a special stop in Churchville Wednesday.
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Rockingham County Meals Tax Passes
Fifty-four-percent of Rockingham County residents voted in favor of the meals tax.
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Shuttle to Connect Harrisonburg to Washington, D.C. and Charlottesville
A Harrisonburg taxi company is set to introduce a new shuttle that will run from Harrisonburg to Dulles Airport for $39, and to Charlottesville for $19.
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Retiring Volunteers Honored at the Woodrow Wilson Library
Three ladies who've dedicated their lives to volunteerism and educating children were honored Wednesday at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Museum in Staunton.
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Local Hoops Coaches Help Fight Against Cancer
James Madison women's basketball coach Kenny Brooks says he and his staff warn their players about the danger of breast cancer.
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Veterans to Pay Visits to Some WV Schools
Thirteen West Virginia high schools are participating in the annual Take a Veteran to School Day program.
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Getting Help on Heating Bills in VA
Dominion's EnergyShare program is accepting applications from people who need financial help to stay warm during the winter.
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Rockingham Voters Will Decide Fate of Meals Tax
People in Rockingham County who cast their ballots Tuesday will also be voting for or against a meals tax.
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Harrisonburg Man Found by Family on MySpace
Many people use social networking sites to catch up with old friends or to connect with coworkers, but one man from Harrisonburg says what he found on MySpace changed his life forever.
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Flu Clinic Expansion Opens
The Rockingham Memorial Hospital flu clinic has expanded to a larger facility.
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Salvation Army Kicks Off Turkey Drive
The Harrisonburg Salvation Army kicked off its annual Turkey Drive Monday.
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November Proclaimed Adoption Awareness Month
Gov. Timothy M. Kaine has proclaimed November as Adoption Awareness Month in the Commonwealth.
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Salvation Army Holds Alternative Trick-or-Treating for Kids
The Harrisonburg Salvation Army held a safe trick-or-treat night.
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Cities Offer Safe Trick-or-Treating Downtown
The streets of downtown Harrisonburg and downtown Staunton were busy Saturday morning with kids getting in some early trick-or-treating.
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"Cashless Kettles" Coming to Waynesboro
The Waynesboro Salvation Army is making sure this year's Red Kettle Drive is more than just a drop in the bucket to its overall fundraising.
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Deaf and Blind Band Benefit
More than Eyes and Ears is a benefit concert for the Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind.
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Memorial Service for Firefighter
Many emergency responders, family and friends paid tribute Friday to Dennis Dale "Chip" Taylor, one of three people investigators say was murdered last Friday night in Mathias, West Virginia.
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VDOT Recommends Detours Around Churchville Avenue Construction
Beginning November 9, motorists in Staunton will have to take alternate routes around construction on eastbound Churchville Avenue.
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Waynesboro Trick-or-Treat Trail
The city of Waynesboro is coming alive with Halloween spirit.
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Crime Where You Live 10-29
Waynesboro Police say five of the departments police cars each had one tire slashed Saturday night while the cars were parked at the station.
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Churches Asked to Help WV Hunters for the Hungry Program
A West Virginia program that allows hunters to help feed the hungry is asking for a little divine intervention.
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First Memorial Service Following Murder/Arson Case
The first of three memorial services for the victims in Friday night's alleged murder and arson case in Hardy County was held Thursday morning in Mathias.
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Health Department Says More Vaccines Are Coming
The Virginia Health Department is stressing patience if you're waiting on H1N1 vaccinations for your children.
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Waynesboro Man Constructs Eye Catching Halloween Display in Yard
One Waynesboro front yard has been catching the eye of its neighborhood.
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Throwing Away Prescription Medications
Augusta Health and three Valley localities are coming together help residents properly dispose of prescription medications.
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Harrisonburg-Rockingham Pandemic Flu Plan
Health officials expect an active flu season, and cities and counties in the Valley are putting together preparedness plans.
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What's Going Around 10-28
In this week's What's Going Around, doctors are asking their patients to be patient.
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RMH Flu Clinic to Expand
H1N1 flu has been so prevalent this season, Rockingham Memorial Hospital is expanding its flu clinic by moving into a larger space and extending the hours of operation.
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Halloween Masks Can Spread Sickness
Trying on Halloween costumes and masks may give H1N1 and other infectious diseases another way to spread.
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Harrisonburg/Rockingham County United Way Fundraising Update
The United Way of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County held an update on its community impact campaign Wednesday morning.
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WV Breast Cancer Survivor to be Featured on Cereal Box
A Fairmont resident is being featured on Special K cereal boxes sold at Kroger stores throughout the region in honor of her fellow breast cancer survivors.
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Woodstock Meeting Rescheduled
On Tuesday night, enough people protesting county tax assessments showed up in Woodstock to cause a fire hazard.
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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.