All that whipsawing on Wall Street in the first half of the year reflects real nervousness. Investors are worried the Fed may tip the economy into a recession.
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From patent-pending products to new storefronts, hemp purveyors in the region are finding innovative ways to grow the industry. WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports.
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The Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA is offering half-price adoption fees for cats and kittens as they deal with a very busy kitten season. WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports.
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A flour mill in Nelson County is one of 11 recipients of state-funded grants meant to bolster the infrastructure of food and farming enterprises. WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports.
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Abortion rights activists gathered in downtown Harrisonburg on Monday to protest the overturning of Roe v. Wade. WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports.
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The Shenandoah LGBTQ Center is holding their third health and wellness fair this year for subpopulations of the LGBTQ community. WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports.
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Rockingham County is looking for a domestic violence coordinator. WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports.
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The Charlottesville area has seen a boom in hemp-based businesses in recent years. But how are these growers and retailers preparing for recreational marijuana sales when the state legislature still hasn't established retail regulations? WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports.
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The Seven Bends State Park near the town of Woodstock is home to hiking trails, riverside recreational opportunities, vibrant biodiversity, and some hidden gems of local history. WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports.
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A new statewide approach to mental health aims to intercept crisis situations before they get out of hand. WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports.
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