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HarrisonburgRockingham CountyStauntonWaynesboroAugusta CountyFishersvilleShenandoah CountyPage CountyAll communities
Valley Guide
Eight in-depth guides to the practical side of life here: who to call, where to go and what to check before you move.
Everyday life
Seasons, the yearly calendar, city versus county life, and what newcomers get used to.
Housing
Home types, local real estate taxes, land use, wells, flood zones, loans and rental rules.
Schools
School divisions, zone lookups, colleges, libraries and youth programs across the Valley.
Healthcare
Hospitals by area, 911 and non-emergency numbers, volunteer rescue and crisis lines.
Utilities
Electric suppliers, water, trash, internet and heating fuel by locality, with how to start service.
Getting around
Roads, mountain gaps, airports, rail, buses, winter driving and DMV steps for new residents.
Outdoors
Skyline Drive, national forest, river forks, city parks, rec programs and fishing license basics.
Food and arts
Farmers markets, theaters, museums, shopping hubs and annual festivals across the Valley.
This guide is a starting point for newcomers. Hours, programs, providers and boundaries change, so confirm details with the organization. A listing here is not an endorsement.
