James August Warsing Jr., also known as TJ from “TJ’s Dermagraphics” here in downtown Harrisonburg, is excited to announce a change in his field of work. After over 50 years of working in the tattoo industry, he is teaming up alongside his wife Bernadette Moreno-Krause and friend Carson William Rinker to start their own specialized business in the memorial industry. more
Just a few months ago, the HDR office welcomed some new neighbors next door. A vibrant cultural hub home to many nonprofits and local businesses, the Ice House building is now also home to an organization advocating for a largely underrepresented community within our region. The Friendly City Safe Space (FCSS) aims to make downtown a destination where all LGBTQ+ people thrive through inclusivity, programming, and a unique space that celebrates community. more
Gravity Group is a full-service marketing agency located in Harrisonburg (107 E Water Street) that creates specialty branding to grow individual businesses and bring them more clientele. I had the privilege to sit down with Steve Gilman, President and Brand Strategist, and Lindsey Laughlin, Vice President and Marketing Strategist, to ask them more about Gravity and their time in Harrisonburg. more
Friendly Faces of the Friendly City: Hugo Kohl Jewelry more
After months of construction, Village Juice and Kitchen has finally made its way to downtown Harrisonburg! more
Meet Berenice Rodriguez of El Paisano Bakery, "If you’ve never been to El Paisano Bakery, you’re missing out." more
Takeover Tuesday with #InternKate and #InternEleanor — Candle Takeover! more
This #TakeoverTuesday, the interns explored the local places to stay in Harrisonburg! more
This week, Kate and I celebrated a few national days to feature some of Downtown Harrisonburg’s amazing businesses, including Rocktown Yarn, Farmers Market, and Branch's. more
Meet Kara Miller, Executive Director of Ten Thousand Villages in Downtown Harrisonburg. more