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HEC had hand in keeping power on for millions during pre-Christmas cold snap
More than 60 million people in 13 states and Washington, D.C. were able to keep their lights on and electric heat running during an arctic blast on Dec. 23 and 24, partly due to the efforts of the Harrisonburg Electric Commission.
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From humble beginnings to local icon, Explore More Discovery Museum observes first 20 years
It started as a passing thought after a museum trip with their young children: Wouldn’t it be nice to have something like that in Harrisonburg? It returned after subsequent visits to other museums, and eventually became an obsession.
Community Perspective: ‘Can’t Feel At Home’ – a review and appreciation
A contributed perspectives piece by Glenn Logan Reitze John Glick’s, “Can’t Feel at Home,” is a remarkable play. It tells a story – basically true – likely to be understood and appreciated anywhere, but that will resonate most deeply here in Virginia, within sight and shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The play is by Dr. John T. …
‘Connected by things more powerful than grief’
In the year since the fatal shootings of Bridgewater College Police Officer John Painter and Campus Safety Officer J.J. Jefferson, the college and surrounding community have endured the grief, sadness and disbelief that accompanies such violent acts, while trying to heal and memorialize the two lives lost.
After Jewish faculty and staff boycott Holocaust Remembrance Program, concerns about event planning linger
A week after a letter was delivered to James Madison University President Jonathan Alger from Jewish faculty, faculty emeriti and staff concerned about an International Holocaust Remembrance Program at JMU, many are still asking why university officials pushed for JMU’s “agenda and preferences” and held the event despite concerns from Jewish voices.
Local author Sofia Samatar finds shiny objects in a historical journey — and within herself
Sofia Samatar wrote fantasy fiction. But in her newest book “The White Mosque,” she channels her “magpie” disposition to explore Mennonite culture, a historical journey and her own identity.
Statewide environmental news roundup – Jan. 2023
The 2023 General Assembly session will end on February 25. A Virginia energy commentator thinks there are several bills that “could bring more clean energy to your community”, also noting that local governments are working along these lines as well.
February 8, 2023
Superintendent pledges to propose funding for ways to ease teachers’ burdens
Superintendent Michael Richards told city public school staff in an email Tuesday morning that he will propose money in next year’s budget to fund ways aimed at improving teacher morale in the district.
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