Today In History
Gate hinge
May 18, 1911 — Last week while sawing up the big oak trees on the small strip of timberland adjoining the “Ninety-Acre Field” on the north, recently bought by Mr. James O. Bailey of Mr. […]
Year: 2024
County
Jollet Hollow manhunt suspect allegedly confessed three murders to fellow inmate
Judge certifies murder, weapon charges against Comer to June 5 grand jury ~ PVN staff report LURAY, May 16 — Following more than two-and-a-half hours of testimony and 13 witnesses presented by the prosecution, a […]
Agriculture
Learn how to maintain a healthy lawn and garden at May 21 workshop
~ Press release provided by Virginia Cooperative Extension Office in Stanley STANLEY — Homeowners looking to achieve a thriving lawn and garden are invited to attend an upcoming workshop, Managing Weeds and Pests in Your Lawn […]
Education
PCPS names two assistant principals
~ Press release provided by Page County Public Schools LURAY, May 14 — On Tuesday, Page County Public Schools announced that two new assistant principals will be joining the school division for the 2024-2025 school […]
Luray
Childcare facility still seeking state approval
Town permit expires in six months By Randy Arrington LURAY, May 13 — During Monday night’s regular meeting, the Luray Council voted, 5-0, (with one abstention), to give Every Child Early Learning Center six months […]
Today In History
Female seminary increases capital
May 16, 1889 — The Luray Female Seminary of this place, encouraged beyond its most sanguine expectations, determined to increase its capital stock to $10,000, the sum necessary to enlarge the buildings and to buy […]