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Create One Advertisement Coronavirus: 996 new cases in Virginia, second Waynesboro death The Virginia Department of Health reported 996 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, FOR SUBSCRIBERS PD: Coughing incident reported in downtown Staunton Heat wave grips area as temps continue to crack 90 degrees Most Recent Waynesboro sees second coronavirus death Coronavirus Tuesday update: What you need to know in the Valley Parents, teachers have many concerns about reopening schools in August FOR SUBSCRIBERS Staunton’s Quin Houff addresses wreck, criticism following NASCAR race COVID death in Waynesboro, cases outnumber June Coronavirus Monday update: What you need to know in the Valley Quick Links Calendar E-Edition Crosswords Comics Subscriber Guide Customer Service Photo Reprints Subscribe Now Data Central Country Mile Support Local Businesses - Buy A Gift Card Waynesboro sees second coronavirus death As of Tuesday, the VDH reports two deaths in Waynesboro, two deaths in Augusta County and zero deaths in Staunton. News | 5 hours ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS Staunton’s Quin Houff addresses wreck, criticism following NASCAR race A wreck while heading into pit road during Sunday's NASCAR Cup race drew criticism for Quin Houff from fellow drivers and race officials. Sports | 1 day ago How the vitamin C craze led to FBI raid Vitamin C has become the subject of faith, controversy and even frequent government crackdowns amid the coronavirus pandemic. Money | 3 hours ago Fact check: No mask? You can ask why without violating the law Contrary to claims from viral posts, it's not a violation of HIPAA or the Fourth or Fifth Amendments to ask people why they aren't wearing face masks. Fact Check | 1 day ago FLASH SALE: Get 1 year of unlimited digital access for just $39 News | 3 hours ago Coronavirus Tuesday update: What you need to know in the Valley Here's your Tuesday morning update on coronavirus in the Valley. News | 8 hours ago $600 unemployment boost will end in days House Democrats demand the $600 boost be extended, but many Republicans on Capitol Hill dubbed the extension a nonstarter. Politics | Just now See which Staunton businesses received PPP loans Local Dollar Tree, Family Dollar reverse mask mandate Dollar Tree and Family Dollar reversed course on requiring masks at stores nationwide while other retailers announce plans to require face coverings. Money | 1 day ago Parents, teachers have many concerns about reopening schools in August Health and educational concerns highlight issues from parents and teachers with schools reopening during COVID-19 pandemic. News | 1 day ago Teen reported missing by Staunton PD Authorities in Staunton are seeking a missing teenager, a press release said. Local | 5 days ago 6 benefits of a News Leader digital subscription You can be one of the first to learn about breaking news, flip through a digital replica of the print paper, access exclusive deals. Local Winners outspent opponents in Staunton council race The local election came with a large price tag. Mayor Andrea Oakes this year spent more than two times the amount she spent in her 2016 campaign. News | 4 days ago COVID death in Waynesboro, cases outnumber June A city reports its first death from COVID, and a busy business parking lot is empty, though nobody will comment on why. Local | 1 day ago Staunton High School delays start of school year Construction forces Staunton High School to delay start for a week News | 4 days ago Track the coronavirus curve in your area News Coronavirus: 996 new cases in Virginia, second Waynesboro death The Virginia Department of Health reported 996 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, News | 6 hours ago School reopening main topic of conversation for Waynesboro School Board Waynesboro superintendent said reopening plan best they can find to serve as many people as possible News | 6 days ago JMU football pushes ahead despite CAA suspending conference season JMU football will try to play an independent schedule this fall after its conference suspended the season. Sports | 4 days ago Fishersville teen charged with murder in Staunton Two suspects have been charged in last week's slaying of a Staunton man at the Springhill Village Apartments, police said Friday. Local | 4 days ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS Family seeks answers in Staunton man’s slaying "He was very sensitive when it came to his children," said the victim's ex. "And I know, when he was dying, he was thinking about his kids." Local | 4 days ago Area businesses received millions in PPP money That money quickly ran out just weeks after it was made available. Who in our area received it before the funds went dry? News ‘ Very encouraging’: 138,600 Americans sign up to test COVID vaccines Tens of thousands of volunteers will be needed to take part in testing candidate vaccines to fight COVID-19. So far, 138,600 Americans have signed up. Health | 1 day ago Virginia adopts emergency COVID-19 workplace safety standards The Virginia Safety and Health Codes Board Wednesday approved temporary emergency standards to prevent the spread of the coronavirus in workplaces. News | 6 days ago Recent Obituaries See more obituaries Search obituaries by name Search Libre by Nexus settles for $5.5 million with CA Libre agrees to pay monetary refunds to customers totaling an estimated $5.5 million, while not admitting to wrongdoing. Local | 5 days ago Staunton’s Dylan Wimer excited about Buzz Williams’ virtual basketball camp Dylan Wimer followed Buzz Williams from Virginia Tech to Texas A&M as a graduate assistant for the men's basketball team. Sports | 5 days ago Marching into the unknown: High school bands planning for life with COVID-19 Area marching bands will see changes as the pandemic limits what they can do this coming season. News Augusta County woman missing since July 11 is found safe The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing woman who was last seen at her Staunton home days ago. Local | 4 days ago Marketplace Cars Jobs Homes Apartments Business Directory Classifieds FOR SUBSCRIBERS ‘ Dog the Bounty Hunter’ assists in search for local fugitive Felix Chujoy, 31, has been jailed. Local | 6 days ago FOR SUBSCRIBERS Ex-superintendent of Middle River Regional Jail pleads guilty The former superintendent of Middle River Regional Jail pleaded guilty Thursday to three charges of exploiting a prisoner for personal gain. Local | 5 days ago It was more than just a pipeline we defeated Dominion took advantage of us. They slam-dunked us. And that made me grit-my-teeth-mad, and put me in the fight forever until the end. by Robert “Bobby” Whitescarver | 5 days ago Virginia releases new regional coronavirus data dashboards Gov. Ralph Northam said he will focus mitigation efforts on a regional level instead of statewide if parts of the Commonwealth see surges. News | 6 days ago Complaints reported in Staunton, Augusta County, Waynesboro for mask violations Virginia Department of Health has the authority to enforce executive orders specific to COVID-19 prevention. News VHSL delays decision on fall high school sports in Virginia With COVID-19 still a concern in Virginia, the VHSL still waiting on a decision for fall sports High School | 6 days ago Northam announces plans for stricter COVID-19 guideline enforcement "I want to be clear, it's going to take everyone, everyone working together to do this. This is not political," Gov. Ralph ...