Outdoor Opportunities Enhance Local Economies
We are an outdoor recreation destination. That statement, from Luray’s Economic Development and Tourism Coordinator Liz Lewis, is simple and...
Steps to Approach Business Development in Shenandoah County
Representatives from local businesses, agriculture, education, the towns and county are a part of a group working to expand Shenandoah...
New Swoope Almanac Author Interview
We are incredibly excited to share that Bobby Whitescarver, the award-winning writer, conservationist, farmer and founding Alliance Board Member has published a new book.
The future of farming lies in our youth.
Many of you know about the Future Farmers of America—an agricultural organization in our schools designed to prepare boys and...
Historic Barns of Shenandoah County: A Living Heritage
It’s hard to think of a drive in the Valley where you don’t pass by a lovely old barn. For...
Shenandoah County Proposes Ordinance To Allow Smaller Lot Size
UPDATE 3/12/2019: Shenandoah County Planning Commission voted to approve text amendment allowing for smaller lot sizes. Text amendment will now...
Project Redbud Update
In addition to its land preservation efforts, Scenic 340 also leads Project Redbud. in the past two years, Project Redbud...
Hot off the Press! The Alliance’s first newsletter is in the mail!
In case you don’t get our mailings or missed it, read our Fall Newsletter online. Sign up now and don’t...
Great Time at Taste of Shenandoah
Thanks to our wonderful vendors, Cave Ridge, Foundry Street Band and everyone who joined us for a fun time on...
Taste of Shenandoah at Cave Ridge Vineyard
A farm-to-table event with live music by The Foundry Street Project. Proceeds will support work by the Alliance for the Shenandoah Valley to protect the high quality of life and rural, agricultural heritage in Shenandoah County. Tickets are $25 and available on Eventbrite.