Author: Libby Addison

A tan building with a green roof and cars in the parking lot

June 9, 2025

Middle River Regional Jail officials have no plans to revive expansion proposal

By Libby Addison, contributor

Four years after a Valley-wide debate over expanding the Middle River Regional Jail, officials say the facility, as it is, can handle the number of inmates assigned to it.

No reception: RCPS prohibits students from using phones; Board also raises flag policy

By Libby Addison, contributor

The Rockingham County School Board approved a policy that stops students from using their personal cell phones and other devices during the school day, while the board also defended the district’s position on flag displays.

City gives Dayton last piece for planned nature trail around Silver Lake

By Libby Addison, contributor

Harrisonburg City Council members on Tuesday unanimously approved granting the town of Dayton the final piece for constructing a nature trail around Silver Lake.