🌱 Patch AM: Why a Harrisonburg double-murder sentencing was suddenly pushed to May

What's up Harrisonburg! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Why a Harrisonburg double-murder sentencing was suddenly pushed to May
• Are your holiday candles and new gadgets creating hidden fire risks?
• Why Sentara RMH just earned national praise for maternity care

Today's riddle: I used to work in a doughnut shop. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 58 and low of 39 degrees.
• Thursday: Cloudy and warm with mist, temps: high: 62, low: 33.
• Friday: Cloudy, a little rain; cooler, with a high of 41 and low of 35 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Sentencing for shopping cart killer delayed until May 22 (dnronline.com) — A high-profile Harrisonburg murder case has been pushed back, as a judge delayed sentencing for Anthony Eugene Robinson until May 22 so a neuropsychologist can evaluate his mental health. Robinson was convicted of killing two women whose bodies were found behind the Howard Johnson on Linda Lane in Harrisonburg, and a jury has already recommended multiple life sentences and heavy fines.
   

2. Harrisonburg Fire Department shares holiday fire prevention tips (whsv.com) — Harrisonburg’s fire chief is urging residents to take extra care with candles, kitchen cooking, and lithium-ion battery chargers so holiday celebrations don’t turn into house fires. He stresses using only manufacturer-approved chargers, avoiding power strips, and checking smoke alarms. Neighbors are welcome to stop by city fire stations with holiday greetings—just not because of an emergency.
   

3. Six Sentara hospitals listed among the best for maternity care (13newsnow.com) — Harrisonburg families planning for childbirth may be encouraged to know Sentara RMH Medical Center has been ranked among the nation’s best hospitals for maternity care. The U.S. News & World Report recognition highlights strong outcomes and support for uncomplicated pregnancies across several Sentara facilities in Virginia.
   

4. Donnie Davis Deane (pagevalleynews.com) — A Shenandoah man who received care at Sentara RMH in Harrisonburg has passed away at age 72. Donnie Davis Deane, a retired Merck operator and avid outdoorsman, is remembered by family and friends, with private services planned according to his wishes.
   

5. Affordable housing projects in Virginia get boost with $150M in financing (augustafreepress.com) — Harrisonburg is set to gain new affordable and supportive housing thanks to state-backed loans, including funding for Wisteria Gardens senior apartments and the Market Commons PSH project. These awards are part of $150 million supporting 47 developments statewide. Local residents facing high housing costs could see more options as construction moves forward.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Harrisonburg

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Saturday December 27

• Walk On Wedding
  Edith J. Carrier Arboretum , 780 University Blvd , Harrisonburg
  3:00 pm

Sunday December 28

• Randy Black鈥檚 Annual Holiday Jam to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters
  Cave Hill Farms Brewery , 1001 Jacob Burner Dr , McGaheysville
  2:00 pm
• Randy Black’s Annual Holiday Jam to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters
  Cave Hill Farms Brewery , 1001 Jacob Burner Dr , McGaheysville
  2:00 pm

Saturday January 3

• Gratitude Walk for the New Year!
  Edith J. Carrier Arboretum , 780 University Blvd , Harrisonburg
  11:00 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

Wednesday December 24

• Geeks Who Drink Trivia
  Pale Fire Brewing Co. , 217 S Liberty St #105 , Harrisonburg
  8:00 pm

Thursday December 25

• Dogs 2 Read 2
  Massanutten Regional Library , 174 S Main St , Harrisonburg
  4:30 pm

Friday December 26

• Mercy Creek
  Pale Fire Brewing Co. , 217 S Liberty St #105 , Harrisonburg
  7:00 pm

Saturday December 27

• Paint + Sip: "Evergreen Glow" at Sage Bird
  Sage Bird , 325 N Liberty St , Harrisonburg
  1:00 pm
• Walk On Wedding
  Edith J. Carrier Arboretum , 780 University Blvd , Harrisonburg
  3:00 pm
• Bryan Elijah Smith Concert
  Pale Fire Brewing Co. , 217 S Liberty St #105 , Harrisonburg
  7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

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• Hey y’all, I live at liberty square 1116 Thomas Paine.
  I had a package stolen on Friday the 19th. Has anyone else had problems with packages getting stolen? I’m pretty bummed. It was a set of Picasso… (Nextdoor Liberty Square/II/Welling)

• Chick-fil-A of Harrisonburg posted a job opening for Inventory/Stock Specialist in Harrisonburg. Apply here.
• Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Bakery Wrapper / Clean Up in Harrisonburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Harrisonburg here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I got tired of the hole business.
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