Obenshain's Charter Schools Bill to Return
Virginia lawmakers will consider a constitutional amendment to give the state Board of Education authority to create charter schools. Sen. Mark Obenshain cites models that serve arts and special needs students. parents and educators would shape regional approaches. Charter schools are publicly funded but operate independently of local systems.
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Rockingham
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Regulators weigh in on Atlantic Coast Pipeline impacts
Federal regulators released a 2300 page draft environmental impact statement for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline crossing West Virginia Virginia and North Carolina. The analysis says most effects would be reduced to less-than-significant levels except for forest vegetation, with opponents claiming the review downplays impacts and clean energy alternatives.
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Snow Daze Event in Old Town Harrisonburg
Snow Daze returns to Old Town Harrisonburg on January 25 with activities for residents and visitors. Organizers invite families and guests to enjoy seasonal events, local vendors, and festive displays throughout downtown.
Harrisonburg 2016 in Review Highlighting Change and Surprises
The year brought crowded schools newly elected officials and a major snowstorm. It covered a fatal fire and a potential national football title run while signaling a long awaited restaurant arrival. Downtown developments and air service shifts aimed to boost economic growth also featured, plus unexpected items like unpaid federal taxes and Hitler emojis shaping local discourse.
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Overcrowding Remains as Harrisonburg Schools Begin New Facilities
Harrisonburg City Public Schools face ongoing overcrowding with no quick fix for next year. In 2016 the division moved forward by starting construction on two new facilities. Bluestone Elementary School is under construction across Garbers Church Road from Harrisonburg to relieve strain.
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Russian Hackers Penetrate U S Electricity Grid
A Grizzly Steppe code was detected in a Vermont utility system, marking a significant potential vulnerability in the U S electrical grid. Officials say no active disruption occurred, but the incident triggered DHS FBI and ODNI sharing malware details across 16 sectors amid an ongoing cyber campaign. Green Mountain Power and another Vermont utility reported the code to federal authorities.
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No Paper Monday In Observance Of New Year
In observance of New Year a blank print edition will be published. Readers are directed to visit www dnronline com for online coverage and updates. DNAnews will post timely information on social platforms as available.
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