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Clare Kirwan

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July 31, 2025

Wild species, portraits of life and an elephant in the room highlight this summer’s showcase of Valley artists

By Clare Kirwan

Art enthusiasts have had a broad range of work to explore at the Smith House Galleries this summer, as the Arts Council of the Valley prepares for its latest two exhibitions that open Friday.  

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July 28, 2025

HCPS making contingency plans in budget after observing unusual decline in enrollment

By Clare Kirwan and Morgan Blair, contributor

Since January, Harrisonburg City Public Schools has been losing on average 25 students a month.

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June 25, 2025

Levitt Foundation’s ‘Harrisonburg Music Series’ amps up for third year at Turner Pavilion

By Clare Kirwan

From cumbia to blues, and roots rock to Ukrainian urban folk, the 2025 Levitt AMP Harrisonburg Music Series kicks off on Wed., June 25, downtown.

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