Harrisonburg, VA
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About Harrisonburg
- • Actor and comedian Wayne Brady graduated from Harrisonburg High School.
- • The modern-day turkey call was invented in Harrisonburg, revolutionizing hunting.
- • Its central location along the Great Wagon Road spurred early growth.
- • Secret tunnels allegedly exist beneath downtown, remnants of the Civil War era.
- • The flood of 1985 devastated downtown, prompting major redevelopment efforts.
- • It's named after Thomas Harrison and was incorporated in 1780.
- • With over 54,000 residents, it's larger than many Virginia college towns.
- • The elevation is 1,335 feet, providing stunning views of the Shenandoah Valley.
- • Education and healthcare are major employers, driven by JMU and RMH.
- • It feels vibrant and welcoming, a blend of youthful energy and small-town charm.
- • The Washington Commanders are the closest NFL team, a three-hour drive away.
- • James Madison University Dukes football won the FCS National Championship in 2004 and 2016.
