Good morning Shenandoah! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- What a new Shenandoah tax lien could mean for local property owners
- How a 1962 manhunt gripped the hills near Shenandoah
Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Wednesday: Pleasant with plenty of sun, with a high of 74 and low of 51 degrees.
- Thursday: Warm with plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 80, low: 51.
- Friday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 74 and low of 50 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Town of Shenandoah places lien on Stepp property for delinquent taxes (pagevalleynews.com) — Residents of the Town of Shenandoah should know that the town has gone to Page County Circuit Court to enforce a lien for delinquent real estate taxes on a Stepp family property. Anyone with an interest in the parcel must appear in court by the morning of December 15, 2026, to protect their rights.

• Manhunt in Cubbage Hollow (pagevalleynews.com) — A 1962 Page News and Courier report recalls a massive manhunt in the Cubbage Hollow area, where state and local police searched for fugitive Earl Smelser after a shot was fired at troopers. For Shenandoah and Page County readers, it’s a glimpse into the region’s criminal past and how law enforcement once responded to a long-sought suspect.

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🗓 Events Nearby
Wednesday October 7
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JMU Farmers Market →
The Union Patio 3
8:00 am
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Invasive Plant ID Walk: Carrier Arboretum, Harrisonburg →
Edith J. Carrier Arboretum, 780 University Blvd, Harrisonburg
10:00 am
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BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE 4-part Watercolor Workshop →
Creative Art Studio and Event Center, 3295 Spaders Church Rd., Harrisonburg
1:00 pm
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Pavilion: Sound Bathing
Edith J. Carrier Arboretum, 780 University Blvd, Harrisonburg
5:30 pm
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PUMPKIN COTTAGE →
Creative Art Studio and Event Center, 3295 Spaders Church Rd., Harrisonburg
6:30 pm
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Geeks Who Drink Trivia →
Pale Fire Brewing Co. – Harrisonburg, 217 S Liberty St Ste 105, Harrisonburg
8:00 pm
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Geeks Who Drink Trivia at Pale Fire Brewing Co. – Harrisonburg →
Pale Fire Brewing Co. – Harrisonburg, 217 S Liberty St Ste 105, Harrisonburg
8:00 pm
Thursday October 8
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Weekly Activities at the Library →
Grottoes Branch Library, 601 Dogwood Ave, Grottoes
4:00 pm
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Shenandoah Valley Academy vs Springdale Prep →
Shenandoah Valley Academy, 234 W Lee Hwy, New Market
5:00 pm
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PetSmart Cat Adoptions →
PetSmart, 1671 E Market St, Harrisonburg
5:00 pm
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Springdale Prep at Shenandoah Valley Academy →
Shenandoah Valley Academy, 234 W Lee Hwy, New Market
5:00 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
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Page County Public Schools posted a job opening for Custodian - Page County High School in Shenandoah. Apply here.
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Family Dollar posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Broadway. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Shenandoah here.
🗞 Nearby News
Elkton
- Governor Spanberger Announces Virginia Ranked No. 1 in Nation for Workforce Training Program by Area Development (realradio804.com)
Broadway
- The Social Reckoning Isn't the Only New Aaron Sorkin Project Releasing This Week (mandatory.com)
- Third suspect arrested in Vine Street shooting (dnronline.com)
- Unbeaten Broadway, Turner Ashby headline latest VHSL football playoff ratings (dnronline.com)
Harrisonburg
- Harrisonburg City Council candidates debate housing, business growth at JMU forum (dnronline.com)
- Harrisonburg moves forward with plans to replace Fire Station 4 (whsv.com)
Ok Shenandoah! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!)
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