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August 16, 2007
Solemn salon
The Cutting Edge hair salon has long been more than just a place to manage coiffures.No Child a hot topic at forum
The federal No Child Left Behind law's escalating graduation and pass rates as well as testing requirements for immigrant students need changed, area educators said Wednesday.Nelson gets close to new biosolid law
Nelson County is close to finalizing a new law regulating the spread of biosolids, a controversial fertilizer made out of sewage.August 15, 2007
The chips are down
Jungle gym at Texas elementary school spontaneously combusts; local officials see no such danger at area playgroundsFull CIP list could make ballot
Waynesboro councilors consider putting all budgeted projects up for November vote, possibly grouping them into categoryWebb staff to hold constituent meeting today in Staunton
U.S. Sen. Jim Webb is burnishing the populist image he cultivated during his run for the seat a year ago in what some observers see as a potential prelude to a spot on the Democratic presidential ticket.Cuts discussed to ease stormwater burden
City Council is considering cutting the stormwater budget by more than one-third in hopes of easing the financial burden on taxpayers.Newly renovated Kate Collins ready for school year
Administrators plan renewed focus on reading skillsAugust 14, 2007
Smith has no conflict, rules city prosecutor
Councilwoman cleared to vote on stormwater feeMan charged in two cases linked to serial rapist
First of 7 sexual attacks linked to culprit took place in Waynesboro 10 years agoMaking the grade
Waynesboro Schools adopts new model for evaluationFishburne faces suit
Family of former cadet claims school tried to cover up sexual assaultAugust 13, 2007
Bond referendum at issue
City Council to determine how to get capital improvement plans on ballotArmed and studious
Va. Tech killings underscore guns-on-campus campaignLearning from the past
Wilson grads put together display commemorating school from years agoLocal barbecue icon closes it’s doors, temporarily
Barbecue fans, do not lose hope. Peck's has not forsaken you.Police catch Charlottesville serial rapist suspect
Authorities say they have caught the Charlottesville serial rapist who has eluded them since his first reported attack at a Waynesboro motel 10 years ago.August 12, 2007
Dude looks like a lady
The jaunty red-and-yellow tennis dress and size 12 pumps may have come from Goodwill. But the wig, that was all Steven "Red Hot Mama" Wilson.GOP chairman wants unity
STAUNTON - Unifying Virginia's fractured Republican Party might require a get-tough approach, newly minted party chairman John Hager said Saturday.Crosscut competition
FISHERSVILLE -To be a successful logroller, you need some fancy footwork. And some not so fancy footwear.Merv Griffin dies at 82
Merv Griffin, the entertainer turned impresario known for "Jeopardy" and "Wheel of Fortune," has died.August 11, 2007
Fire from the sky: Lightning setting many blazes
Lightning strikes have caused more fires and damage in Albemarle County so far this summer than during any other in recent memory, according to county fire investigatorsRegional 911 debate unresolved
County supervisor touts savings through consolidation; Staunton councilman calls for consultant's evaluationAt the mercy of the road
Number of motorcycle related fatalities continues to increaseConcert to kick off CROP Walk
The Waynesboro-East Augusta CROP Walk is used to being No. 1.August 10, 2007
Deadline coming for cooling help
A social services program to help people pay cooling bills has been a "godsend" for Tony Wright.Drowning raises safety concerns
The drowning death of a 16-month old in an inflatable pool in Weyers Cave underscores the danger of home pools, safety experts said ThursdayJohn Deere meets John Andretti in lawnmower racing
FISHERSVILLE - Sputtering and rattling their way up to the starting line Thursday night, the string of riding mowers assembled at the Augusta County Fair racetrack may have looked ordinary enough.Local Briefs
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