We've got a fresh, simple, visually appealing market report infographic for you this month! Perhaps the Harrisonburg and Rockingham County real estate market is shifting slightly to a seller's market. Homes are spending less time on the market, selling at higher prices, and creating happy home sellers.
Author Archives: Lisa Oates
Powerful Mobile Bidding App Developed by Two Ambitious Locals
Tim Peters, Chief Operations Officer and Auctioneer at Cottonwood Auctions, and his techie friend, Andy Harbick, who has experience building software for companies like Amazon and Rosetta Stone -- both local Harrisonburg residents -- have developed the first-ever (genius, really) mobile bidding app. It's called BidWrangler, and it allows folks to bid on auction items from their smartphones.
New Small Town Artisan Micro-Roaster: Blue Elk Coffee Company
Fellow coffee lovers, cast your eyes on a new artisan micro-roaster at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains in downtown Elkton -- Blue Elk Coffee Company. Better yet, take a deep breath and imagine your senses being overcome as you breathe in the fresh aroma of just-roasted coffee. Are you in your happy place?
Eat, Drink & Be Merry at the 15th Annual Valley Fest Beer & Wine Festival
One of the Shenandoah Valley's most popular festivals -- Valley Fest, held at Massanutten Resort -- celebrates good times with live music, regional wines, a multitude of craft and microbrews, delicious eats, and a wide variety of vendors. It's one of the best ways we can think of to kick start summer. This exciting event has captured audiences far and wide during Memorial Day weekend for 15 years.
The Adventurer’s Guide to Harrisonburg
Harrisonburg and Rockingham County are home to a wealth of outdoor adventures -- bicycling, hiking, annual events that get your heart pumping, boating, golfing, camping, and much more. Our local area has received many accolades for boasting a convenient location to several thrilling attractions and get-aways in the Shenandoah Valley. Here's a guide to get you started on your own outdoor adventures... go on, get outside!
Beer + Music + Food = A Genius Combination at the Rocktown Beer & Musical Festival
We’ve mentioned before that Harrisonburg is known for food, beer, and biking, but the ‘Burg is also home to a wealth of really awesome local bands, from rock and alternative to blue grass and swing. And why not combine the beer, the food, and the music into one fantastic event...