🌱 Man Arrested After Crash + Valley 4th Run + EmergiCare Sees Demand

Hi, Harrisonburg! Like many of you, the Patch staff will be taking some time off for the Fourth of July. I’ll be back in your inbox after the holiday, but until then, here’s what’s happening in town today.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: A t-shower in spots; humid. High: 87 Low: 64.
• Tuesday: Partly sunny. High: 84 Low: 62.
• Wednesday: Partly sunny. High: 87 Low: 65.

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Here are the top three stories today in Harrisonburg:

1. A Harrisonburg man has been arrested after a vehicle crash on Friday night near Charles Street and Jefferson Street, resulting in injuries to two individuals who were flown to UVA Medical Center. The crash involved the suspect's vehicle, a pedestrian, and another vehicle, although the passengers in the latter were unharmed. Gilmer Diaz Deleon, 22, is facing charges of reckless driving and driving without a license. (WHSV)
2. The Valley 4th Run is a race in the Shenandoah Valley that offers participants the choice of running a 1.5 mile, 5K, or 10K distance. Taking place in downtown Harrisonburg on Independence Day, it provides an opportunity for people of all fitness levels to join in, including walkers. Participants can cool down at the finish line with an optional 40-foot slip and slide. The event also supports a cause by collecting school supplies for low-income students through a partnership with United Way. (Visit Harrisonburg VA)
3. EmergiCare, a clinic in the Friendly City area, has observed a rise in demand for aesthetic services, such as chemical peels and Botox, which were previously scarce in the Shenandoah Valley. The past year has shown that these treatments can positively impact mental well-being, blending aesthetics with traditional health care. The family-owned clinic aims to normalize and destigmatize these services, offering them for prevention and treatment purposes to people of different age groups. They plan to expand their wellness offerings, including a weight loss program and additional injectables, to further establish themselves as a hub for urgent care. (WHSV)

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Coming up in and around Harrisonburg:

Monday, July 3

• Summer Jam Festival At Massanutten Resort, Massanutten (5:00 PM)

Tuesday, July 4

• Bingo Night At Ruby’s Arcade (7:30 PM)

Wednesday, July 5

• Geeks Who Drink Trivia At Pale Fire Brewing Co. (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Pale Fire is hosting a musical twist on Bingo called "Singo," where participants can play for free every Thursday! Instead of numbers, players listen to song clips and match them to their Singo cards. The first player to mark five songs in a row and shout "Singo" wins the round, with prizes up for grabs. (Visit Harrisonburg VA)
• New homes have been listed for sale in the Harrisonburg area! Get all the property details at the link. (Harrisonburg Patch)
• Are you looking for a new family member with four paws? Check out the list of adoption-ready pets in the Harrisonburg area at the link! (Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA)

Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you around.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.